Commands & Colors

Napoleonics Expansion #2 – The Russian Army

A game by Richard Borg, Gene Billingsley, Tony Curtis, Andy Lewis

2 Players 60 minutes Medium

Campaign / Battle Card Driven, Dice Rolling, Hand Management, Hexagon Grid

Napoleonic, Wargame

Source - BoardGameGeek

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Description

The Commands & Colors: Napoleonics Expansion #2 – The Russian Army is a thrilling addition to the base game, introducing 18 historical scenarios that delve into the Russian Army's battles against Napoleon from 1806 to 1814. This expansion is designed for 2 players and can be played in about 60 minutes, making it an engaging and manageable experience for board game enthusiasts. With normal complexity rules, players familiar with the genre will have no issue diving into the game. The Russian Army expansion brings to life the epic struggles of the Russian forces, from their initial alliances with Britain and Prussia to their eventual showdown with Napoleon's army. As players navigate the hexagon grid, utilizing campaign and battle card-driven mechanics, dice rolling, and hand management, they will be immersed in the tumultuous world of 19th-century warfare. The game's designers, Richard Borg, Gene Billingsley, Tony Curtis, and Andy Lewis, have crafted an experience that showcases the Russian Army's unique characteristics, such as its vast territory, aristocratic senior officers, and disciplined soldiers. With the Russian Army expansion, players will relive pivotal moments in history, including the invasion of Russia and the decisive Battle of Leipzig, making for a captivating and strategic gameplay experience that will keep players coming back for more.