Commands & Colors

Ancients

A game by Richard Borg

2 Players 60 minutes Medium

Campaign / Battle Card Driven, Command Cards, Dice Rolling, Hand Management, Hexagon Grid, Modular Board, Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game, Simulation

Ancient, Wargame

Source - BoardGameGeek

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Description

Commands & Colors: Ancients is a historical wargame that lets you experience the thrill of ancient battles from 3000 BC to 400 AD. Designed by Richard Borg, this game is part of a unique system that stylizes battles from history, focusing on important terrain features and the deployment of forces. With 15 scenarios to play through, including famous battles like Cannae and Zama, you'll need to use strategic card play and historical tactics to outmaneuver your opponent. In this 60-minute game for two players, you'll use command cards to drive movement and create a fog of war, while battle dice quickly resolve combat. The game mechanics are simple yet challenging, requiring a flexible battle plan to achieve victory. With moderate complexity and a modular board, Commands & Colors: Ancients is easy to learn for experienced board game players, and its engaging gameplay will keep you coming back for more.