I also wanted to know what's the appeal of this? Looks like an interactive history about Napoleon, but though cards and dice rolls. I really hope there is more to this game then what is shown so far in these videos. Player interaction is very minimal.

@@The8OJ4N Raicer tends to heavily script his games so this format appears to be a good fit for that particular design philosophy.

Thanks for watching! I've only just started getting into Napoleonic games and have a few I need to get played. This obviously is different than LNB, La Bataille or the Eagles, etc., so I can understand it won't be for everyone. I'm a hex & counter guy at heart myself (hence the channel name).

Thank you for the reply. There are two things that worry me about this game; The look and arrangement of the game board. On BGG 42 of the 70 forum posts concern the rules.

Thanks! Having played some more (there's more video coming) I can say that the game throws a lot at you and keeps you on your toes, but I can definitely see that it wouldn't be for everyone.

Yes, definitely. Having the radar malfunction is a big problem. Intercepting the bombers is pretty tough in the base case.

Thanks. I have two videos on the For The Empire expansion that show how armor works.

Thanks Nick! The game is a hidden gem and I'm happy to be spreading the word. Have a great weekend!

Thanks - sometimes it is Admin, not Glory, but yes, I know you must pay to use them in a campaign.

No, it's very straightforward. There are some you'll need to keep in mind to play at the appropriate time (like cards that effect an event that hasn't happened yet - as happened with the Arrest card when I had Robespierre on the board, giving me a +2 DRM on the die roll on the Arrest). The drawn card will usually tell you it's impacted by certain other cards so you can also have an "Oh, yeah, I have that card moment" too.

Yep. I do like it so far and am looking forward to playing out a campaign to hopefully start climbing the ladder to First Consul. Thanks!

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Thanks. I did realize that about the commanders but never said so. I discarded Murat because his removal was blank so I knew I could just draw him later, I also had several commanders at that point and the number of campaign cards that early is few. The other reason was to keep the card in the draw deck to postpone getting the arrest card until I had both positive DRM cards. That was my thinking anyway - and you're completely correct about the countries all being hostile, I totally missed that when setting up.

Glad you enjoyed it!

This one did seem to move through the P500 pipeline quickly compared to some others.

I'm hoping to find time to play Eisenbach Gap as well for video.

Absolutely! Really looking forward to playing. There is an impressive amount of game in that box (and then there's the expansions too). Thanks!

Getting close it seems, but it has been a long wait. I expect it'll be awesome and I have the channel to keep me busy while we wait, but I've had those moments of "wow, it's been forever" too. I also backed the Stuka game and the Wellington game and I think they may all arrive at nearly the same time.

Thanks! Part one, today....

Thanks, I agree that the errata can be an issue sometimes. I suppose with this much printed material it's a big task to proof everything and things inevitably slip through the cracks. But like true grognards we soldier on!

Well said! Thanks Nick!

Thanks! I may mix that AAR format in occasionally when it seems like a good idea to show how the game turned out without it needing to be four hours of video, but I don't see myself ever using it for something I haven't already showed gameplay in detail beforehand.

An excellent point!

Thanks! Good catch, I did forget to use the secondary firepower in that scenario.

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I like the other games Ted Raicer's done that I've played and I like the topic, so I'm reserving judgement til I play.

@@HexedAndCountered looks like a homework assignment. Could be rebranded as a GMT Learning Tool

Why? Did Ted do something to you? Or do you just not like his games?

Fair enough! I have and really enjoy Paths of Glory and "The Dark" series (reminds me I need to get The Dark Summer).

@@HexedAndCountered Paths of Glory is one of my favorite games, but the “Dark” series failed for me (Dark Sands was awful). Raicer scripts too much, and his games no longer appeal to me.

@@steveoh9285 thanks for answering. Fair enough I loved Dark Summer but don’t have the other 2 and I really enjoy the Deadly Woods.

Thanks Nick!

Yes, some of them can certainly be repetitious. This one's not too bad in that regard - there are tons of different aircraft with varying equipment & capabilities to fly and there are six or so different enemy bombers and nightfighters with which to contend.

Their scenarios look good. I elected for the Kiwis simply because I wanted something shorter since I was trying the "AAR format" and wasn't sure how much work it'd be.

Sorry! It really is a great system though.

Good point - thanks.

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I don't have that one unfortunately. If I ever pick it up I would absolutely do some video on it.

That's the format for Solo Sunday, it's a series. The Hunters went to 8 entries.

Thanks! I may do one or two more videos on NFA.

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Yes, that would put the real players in the game in the year they debuted. What I was setting up in the video is a fictional league with fictional players. For straight historical, there's a toggle to import the real players in their first year.

Thanks. I downloaded that set, so whoever set it up had them assigned backwards. Thankfully that's easy enough to change in-game.

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That's a tough question from a qualitative standpoint as I greatly enjoy both. I would say that the morale system in BoB is pretty interesting where being suppressed means your squad might - or might not - respond to orders. That's a nice touch. OST on the other hand is a very clean system, not a lot of rules overhead (BoB's not that bad in that regard either but is more complex) and OST's Shaken/Broken mechanic with Gut Check rolls is different, but also good. They named it correctly as it is easy to pick up and play, has a nice throwback feel and with its impulse points, gut checks, etc. provides plenty of agonizing for the player when they don't get what they want/need. Not a definitive answer, but I have all of the current releases of both systems, so obviously I like them both. I also backed the latest BoB offering (I think there's three days left - it's called Stalin's Favorites, which you may already know).

@@HexedAndCountered flipped through the rules of that kickstarter offering. A lot to keep track of but how much added value of all the complexity?

I own both series, have played all volumes and both are my favorites. OST is like original squad leader if it was still around but updated/fine tuned. Easy to learn, plays fast and bloody with amazing graphics, beautiful mounted maps and high quality components. BOB is also easy to learn, plays fast but focuses more on maneuver & flanking (The 4 F's ) to achieve results. Much less bloody as in real life but more realistic tactics. Smaller paper maps. Can't go wrong with either.

@@raymow9683 i have OST but seems like it needs some pizazz so ive hardly played it

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