Baptism at Bull Run

A game by László Á. Koller

2 Players 150 minutes Medium

Action Points, Area Movement, Secret Unit Deployment, Simulation

American Civil War, Post-Napoleonic, Print & Play, Wargame

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Description

Baptism at Bull Run is a wargame that drops you into the midst of the American Civil War, specifically the First Battle of Bull Run. This pivotal battle marked the first major engagement of the war, and the game recreates the intensity and uncertainty of that fateful day. With a playtime of 150 minutes, you'll have ample opportunity to immerse yourself in the action, using a combination of action points, area movement, and secret unit deployment to outmaneuver your opponent. As a game designed by László Á. Koller, Baptism at Bull Run builds upon the foundations of earlier games, incorporating a simple card play system that adds a layer of unpredictability to each turn. With 72 pieces representing the military units that participated in the battle, you'll need to strategically manage your resources and adapt to changing circumstances to emerge victorious.