Board game, The Eagle and The Star

The Eagle and The Star


  A board game by Robert Żak

2-4 2-4 4

 180 minutes   High 

  Hand Management, Variable Set-up, Campaign / Battle Card Driven, Simulation, Point to Point Movement, Events, Secret Unit Deployment

  Bluffing, Wargame, Civil War

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Description

The Eagle and The Star is a game of strategy and deception, where 2 to 4 players take on the roles of Polish generals or Red Army commanders, vying for control of the Polish-Soviet border in the aftermath of World War I. This epic struggle, which lasted for 180 minutes in real time, is recreated in a game that can take up to 180 minutes to play, giving you ample time to immerse yourself in the world of 1920s Eastern Europe. With a complex set of rules that may take some time to learn, this game is not for the faint of heart, but the payoff is well worth the investment. Designed by Robert Żak and first published in 2009, The Eagle and The Star is a game that will challenge and reward you in equal measure. As you navigate the intricacies of card-driven gameplay, you'll need to manage your hand carefully, using your cards to issue orders, modify battles, and bluff your opponents. The game's unique mechanics, which include secret unit deployment and variable setup, ensure that no two games are ever the same. With its blend of simulation, events, and point-to-point movement, The Eagle and The Star is a game that will appeal to fans of wargames and bluffing alike. Whether you're playing as the Red Army, seeking to spread communism across Western Europe, or as the Polish generals, fighting to establish a secure border, you'll need all your strategic wits about you to emerge victorious.

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