Miniature Wargames have been with us in one form or another. There are many opportunities available, but Little Battles adheres to a simple philosophy - always have fun while capturing the feel of the period. These are simple rules using lots of dice, that offer a nuance for playing a period piece. These rules are designed to play across multiple periods. First is "Shock" that covers ancient times to the medieval period, pike and shot covering the 16th and 17th centuries, rifle and saber for the 18th and 19th centuries and finally, the modern era. This is a fully illustrated, seasoned set of rules that allow you to play a game in hour or two. —description from the publisher

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