# Crossbows and Catapults: Trojan Horse and Battle Shield

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 1984
- **BGG Rating**: 6.6
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-2
- **Duration**: 10 min
- **Weight**: 1.00 / 5
- **Designers**: (Uncredited)
- **Publishers**: Lakeside, Leisure Dynamics
- **Categories**: Action / Dexterity, Children's Game, Expansion for Base-game, Fantasy, Medieval

## Verdict
Want more explosive fun and physical action in your Crossbows and Catapults? These expansions are what you're looking for!Super fun war machinesHilarious destruction momentsAdds strategic chaosGreat for kids and adultsRequires the base gameFocus on dexterity, not strategyComponents can get lostFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Get ready for more action and destruction with the Trojan Horse and Battle Shield expansions for the classic Crossbows and Catapults! These additions bring exciting new war machines to the battlefield. The Trojan Horse isn't just bait; it features a disguised catapult launcher in its tail and a secret compartment in its body for your warriors. Hit the horse's base, and watch it burst open, flinging soldiers everywhere – a tactical and visual surprise! The Battle Shield, on the other hand, is a wheeled combat platform equipped with a semi-automatic crossbow. This beauty is probably the coolest weapon in the game: when hit by a catapult, it spectacularly self-destructs, flipping the shield down and ejecting anyone riding on it. Perfect for those who already enjoy the base game and want to amp up the fun, or for those who want to start with a more complete set. The expansions can be used together or separately, adding new layers of chaos and strategy (well, more chaos than strategy, let's be honest!). Includes the Trojan Horse, Battle Shield, warriors, and projectile pieces. It's pure dexterity fun with guaranteed hilarious moments!

## FAQ
### Do I need the base game Crossbows and Catapults to use these expansions?
Yes! These are expansions, so they add new components and mechanics to the original game. They cannot be used without the base game.

### What is the ideal age range for these expansions?
Just like the base game, they are great for children aged around 6-8 years old, but the fun is guaranteed for adults who enjoy aiming games and funny moments.

### How long does a game last with these expansions?
Games remain super fast, usually around 10 minutes, depending on how many times you'll want to repeat the destruction scene!

### What exactly comes in the combined set (Trojan Horse and Battle Shield)?
It includes the Trojan Horse with its launcher, the Battle Shield with the crossbow, warriors to place inside the horse, and some projectile pieces (caroms).

### Does the game's complexity increase significantly with these additions?
No, the complexity remains very low. The focus is on fun and aiming skill, not complicated rules. It's more about the spectacle!

### Are these expansions more focused on strategy or luck/dexterity?
Definitely dexterity and a bit of luck! The fun comes from hitting the targets and seeing the machines in action, not from planning complex moves.