Description

Take control of your very own fleet of the greatest sailing warships of all time in this action packed, exciting naval wargame! Recreate the thrilling battles of the age of sail in all their glory, with a unique and innovative initiative game system based around the most important factor of sail powered combat: the wind. From majestic fleet engagements of ships of the line to daring clashes of frigates and nimble brigs, rake your enemies with withering broadsides or launch heroic boarding actions.

These comprehensive rules allow you to fields fleets of vessels from the tiniest of gunboats to first raters; true giants of the waves with three decks of heavy cannon. Rules for the main protagonists of the era – the French, Spanish, American and Royal Navies – are covered, including special characters like Nelson and Villeneuve and famous ships such as Victory, the USS Constitution and the hulking Santissima Trinidad.

Thirteen scenarios range between merchant raids, running blockades and fighting pitched battles, including the defining battle of the age – Trafalgar. Land lubbers needn’t worry as there’s a handy guide to sailing vessels and naval terms.

The Rulebook comes with a web-store-only exclusive 28mm miniature – the Sea Wolf! Brandishing a pistol, with a dirk strapped to his arm, this ferocious fighter is the perfect starting point for a Black Powder landing party!