Hoplite
Warfare in the Greco-Persian Age 5th-4th Century BC
A board game by Mark Herman, Richard H. Berg
1-4 Players 60-480 minutes Medium
Dice Rolling, Simulation, Hexagon Grid, Chit-Pull System
Ancient, Wargame
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Description
Hoplite is a game that lets you recreate classic battles from the pre-Alexandrian Persian-Hellenistic Age, a time considered the birth of Western Warfare. Players can test out their theories on how hoplite warfare was fought, with eleven great battles to choose from, including the Battle of Leuctra and the Battle of Plataea. The game uses detailed mechanics to convey the possibilities of this style of warfare, from the Hellenic Law of Inertia to the special capabilities of the Persian Light Cavalry. With one to four players, and a playtime of 60 to 480 minutes, Hoplite offers a challenging and immersive experience. The game's normal complexity makes it accessible to those familiar with board games, and its unique mechanics and historical setting make it a compelling choice for fans of ancient warfare and strategy.
Expansions
Hoplite
The First Battle of Mantinea, 418 BC
2 Players
0 minutes
High
Hoplite
The Great Battles of Sparta's Persian Expedition
2 Players
120-180 minutes
High
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