Sound of Drums Battle Commander Volume 1: Napoleon's Italian Campaigns

Battle Commander recreates historical 18th-19th century battles. It features a fresh framework focused on providing two key aspects: command decision and maximum playability. In Volume I, you act as Army Commander in a series of six dramatic Battles fought during Napoleons two Italian campaigns. Volume II will cover engagements of the Second and Third Coalitions, including Austerlitz and the Battle of the Pyramids.

In Battle Commander , you struggle against the chaos of battle, making meaningful high-level decisions, not micro-managing your troops: thats your colonels job! Good card play is paramount for Battle success, but make no mistake: this is not a card-driven, but a card enhanced game.

With a game piece count similar to Chess, youll be able to assess your going in one quick coup doeuil. Be ready for an exciting battle simulation thatll allow you to refight Napoleons greatest triumphs, and failures. Action is quick and non-stop, rewarding planning, risk-taking, and initiative.

In Battle Commander you are in command, you make the critical decisions, you play history!

Game Components 3 x Double-sided 22x17 mounted game maps, 105 x Wooden cubes & markers, 100 x Customized silk printed wooden blocks, 100 x Event / Leader / Commander cards, 2 x Army Management mats, 2 x Player aid sheets, 1 x Rulebook, 1 x Playbook.