En Garde!
Swashbuckling Skirmish Wargames Rules
A board game by Craig Woodfield
0-2 Players 0 minutes Low
Action Points, Dice Rolling
Fantasy, Miniatures, Pirates, Renaissance, Wargame, Book, Pike and Shot
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Description
En Garde! drops you straight into a raucous Renaissance melee where pirates, pike‑and‑shot infantry, and fantasy heroes clash in a whirlwind of daring duels and chaotic cannon fire. Designed by Craig Woodfield in 2016, the game’s rules are as breezy as a salty sea‑wind—pick up the basics in minutes, then start rolling dice and spending action points to swing swords, fire pistols, or rally your troops. Whether you’re flying solo, dueling a friend, or just setting the miniatures on the table for a quick skirmish, the fast‑paced action keeps the excitement high and the learning curve low. With a blend of classic wargame depth and swashbuckling flair, En Garde! lets you live out epic pirate raids, Renaissance battles, and fantasy showdowns without the endless setup—just grab your miniatures, roll, and let the chaos begin.
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