Another set for that somewhat obscure period between the introduction of infantry firearms and their universal use among infantry. What was the rest of the infantry carrying? Pikes, halberds, swords, and anything else that could jab or cut.
Stands of figures represent 50 – 125 men and animals. Turns cover 5 – 15 minutes of time. Ground scale is based on figure basing which can follow WRG or Foundry rules.
The rules cover the basics. Orders represented by markers are issued, players determine initiative, units charge, units move based on orders, units fire, and then there is close combat. Finally, there is a recovery phase for rallying, resting, and rearming. There are also rules for tournament games and some optional rules covering close combat and things like weather and elephant stampedes.
Finally, there are 50 army lists covering forces from the 15th – 17th century including a few odd ones like Aztec and Dutch Rebellion. These are comparable to WRG Lists though I have not made a direct comparison.
The authors are clearly aiming for ease of use while not discarding the complexities of the period. Orders are explicit, record keeping replaced by markers. I was unable to locate the downloadable order markers but assume they are ou there somewhere. The rules start with an explanation of why the gamer will enjoy them. That seems a basic goal.
