
Thirty Years War
Europe in Agony, 1618-1648
A board game by David A. Fox, Michael Welker
1-2 Players 360 minutes Medium
Hand Management, Dice Rolling, Variable Set-up, Campaign / Battle Card Driven, Simulation, Movement Points, Point to Point Movement, Events
Wargame, Pike and Shot
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Description
In Thirty Years War: Europe in Agony, 1618-1648, you'll experience the tumultuous conflict that ravaged Central Europe for three decades. This game, designed by David A. Fox, recreates the struggle between Protestant leaders and the Holy Roman Emperor, with surrounding kings intervening to stake their claims. As a player, you'll control either the Protestant forces or the Catholic forces, using a deck of cards to move and attack armies, recruit new units, and manage resources. With four scenarios to choose from, including a full campaign and shorter interventions, you'll navigate the complexities of this pivotal moment in European history. The game's mechanics, including campaign and battle card-driven gameplay, dice rolling, and hand management, will keep you engaged for the full 360 minutes of playtime. Will you defy history and recreate the power of the old Holy Roman Empire, or will you forge a new path? The choice is yours in Thirty Years War: Europe in Agony.
