# Five Leagues from the Borderlands

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2018
- **BGG Rating**: 7.9
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1 (Best with: 1)
- **Duration**: 30-0 min
- **Weight**: 3.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Ivan Sorensen
- **Publishers**: Nordic Weasel Games
- **Categories**: Fantasy, Medieval, Miniatures, Wargame
- **Mechanics**: Dice Rolling, Paper-and-Pencil, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
Perfect for those who love RPGs and wargames but prefer the freedom of playing alone. The highlight is the organic character progression.Engaging campaign systemsAutomated setup via tablesMiniature agnostic systemTrue focus on solo experienceRequires constant paper notesInitial tactical learning curveRECOMMENDED

## Description
Ever wanted to build your own gritty fantasy saga without needing a Game Master? Five Leagues from the Borderlands is exactly that: a robust set of rules for solo miniature campaigns. You're cast to the edge of civilization, in a brutal world where brigands rule and danger lurks in every shadow. Inspired by works like The Black Company and Harn, the game avoids the typical colorful fantasy tropes and delivers something more visceral and perilous.

The core appeal here is the progression. You start with a small band of adventurers and, as you face tactical battles against evil forces, your characters evolve, find loot, and try to survive to see another day. The game's biggest strength is that it was written from the ground up for solo players. Unlike many games that add a 'solo mode' as an afterthought in the back of the book, the solitary experience is the heart of everything here. This means the mechanics are fluid, straightforward, and designed not to stall the pace of your adventure.

To play, you don't need an expensive kit of official miniatures, as the system is 'miniature agnostic' — meaning any figures you already have on your shelf will do. The game utilizes encounter and adventure tables that practically handle all the setup for you, generating scenarios and challenges organically. If you enjoy managing your party, tracking their evolution on paper, and testing your tactics in combat where every decision can be the difference between glory and death, this system is for you. And if you're feeling lonely, nothing stops you from inviting a friend to split the party and face the Borderlands together!

## FAQ
### Do I need specific miniatures to play?
Nope! The game is agnostic, so you can use any fantasy miniatures you already own.

### Can I play with other people?
Yes. While focused on solo play, you can split the party with a friend and play cooperatively.

### Is the game too complex?
It has a medium weight (3/5). The rules are straightforward, but as a tactical wargame, it requires attention to positioning and combat rules.

### How long does a game take?
It varies. A single battle might take 30 minutes, but the overall campaign is a long, continuous journey.

### Do I need a lot of material to start?
Basically the rules, dice, miniatures, and paper and pencil to track your party's evolution.

### Is it similar to a tabletop RPG?
Yes, it has the progression feel of an RPG, but with the tactical focus of a miniatures wargame.