Austerlitz: The Battle of the 3 Emperors

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Austerlitz: The Battle of the 3 Emperors

Score
6.3
Players
2-3
Time
360
Recommended Age
12+
Difficulty
normal
Official Website
Not provided
Type
game

Description

This is the reconstruction of the great Napoleonic battle on the new grid of hexagons and squares, on a three dimensional map. The rules are the amplification and development of those used in “Jena” and “Waterloo”, which were a bit simpler, including the addition of new elements such as Dragoons and the differentiated capacities of the various commanding officers.

Degree of difficulty: 5/6

Contents:
  • Pieces in matte finish cardboard, cut and printed on both sides.
  • Board in rigid, thick cardboard plastic with a matte plastic finish, cut in 5 pieces.
  • Cardboard tables to determine the results of combat and artillery fire.
  • Calendar showing the entry of forces which were not present at the beginning of the game.
  • Relief sections in rigid, thick cardboard to be used to create the three-dimensionality of the terrain.
  • Training table.
  • Rule booklet in 4 languages with examples.
  • Plastic storage tray and dice.