Phalanx

Tactical Warfare 500-100 BC

A game by John Young

2 Players 120 minutes Low

Dice Rolling, Hexagon Grid, Movement Points, Ratio / Combat Results Table, Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game, Simulation, Zone of Control

Ancient, Wargame, Party Game

Source - BoardGameGeek

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Description

Get ready to clash in ancient battles with Phalanx: Tactical Warfare 500-100 BC, a game of strategy and skill for 2 players. This classic game, first published in 1971, takes you back in time to the era of Alexander the Great and Rome, where spearmen, swordsmen, bowmen, and elephants engage in fierce combat. With easy-to-learn rules, you'll be immersed in 15 epic battles from Marathon to Zama, recreating the military systems of ancient times. As you play, you'll encounter famous commanders like Xerxes, Alexander the Great, and Hannibal, and experience the unique tactics of ancient warfare, including the impact of charismatic leaders and the unpredictability of battle elephants. With 255 counters and a range of unit classes, Phalanx offers a thrilling and challenging experience that will keep you engaged for 120 minutes of intense gameplay.