Battlegame Book 2: Knights at War

Get ready to relive medieval battles with Battlegame Book 2: Knights at War! This game book offers four two-player war scenarios, each with its own full-color A3 board and pieces to cut out and assemble. Imagine knights that fit onto horses, pieces that stand up – quite the detail! The first game, Arsouf, pits you as Richard the Lionheart against Saladin in 1191. The Crusaders must protect their infantry and baggage trains, while Saladin uses his agile horse archers and skirmishers to wear down the enemy. In Siege, 19 attacking knights have 40 days to capture a castle, facing not only defenders but also boiling oil and Greek fire! Luckily for the attackers, they have siege equipment like ladders, rams, and catapults. If border skirmishes are more your style, Border Raiders takes you to 13th-century Germany, where Karl the Black attempts to loot his neighbor Duke Conrad's villages. The key is using archers and knights to protect the plunder-laden levies. Finally, the Tournament mode simulates three days of medieval jousting, where knights hone their prowess, followed by a grand melee mixing mounted and dismounted combatants. It's a quick game, featuring dice rolling and combat simulation, perfect for those who enjoy history and strategy in short bursts.