The Great Redoubt

A Game of the Battle of Borodino – 1812

A game by S. Craig Taylor

2 Players 240 - 600 minutes Medium

Dice Rolling, Grid Movement, Hexagon Grid, Movement Points, Ratio / Combat Results Table, Simulation

Napoleonic, Wargame

Source - BoardGameGeek

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Description

The Great Redoubt is a classic wargame that drops you into the midst of one of the most brutal battles of the Napoleonic Wars - the Battle of Borodino. This epic clash between French and Russian forces is recreated in stunning detail, with each hex on the mapboard representing a 400-yard stretch of blood-soaked terrain. As one of the two players, you'll take command of regiments, brigades, and divisions, each with its own strengths and weaknesses, and lead them into the fray. With a playtime of 240 to 600 minutes, you'll have plenty of time to immerse yourself in the action and test your strategic mettle. As you navigate the complexities of grid movement and combat, you'll need to balance risk and reward, using your movement points and dice rolls to outmaneuver your opponent. The game's normal complexity makes it accessible to anyone familiar with board games, and the simulation mechanics ensure that each turn feels like a tense, 30-minute slice of real time. With 315 counters at your disposal, you'll have to make tough decisions about where to focus your forces and how to allocate your resources. Will you emerge victorious, or will your opponent outflank and outgun you? There's only one way to find out - gather a friend, clear your schedule, and get ready to experience the intensity of the Battle of Borodino firsthand.