Inferno: Guelphs and Ghibellines Vie for Tuscany, 1259-1261

Get ready to dive into the political and military fervor of 13th-century Tuscany with Inferno: Guelphs and Ghibellines Vie for Tuscany, 1259-1261! This is the third volume in Volko Ruhnke's acclaimed Levy & Campaign series, and it transports you directly to the heart of an epic conflict between the Guelph and Ghibelline factions. In 1259, the growing wealth of Italian cities intensified rivalries, with the Ghibellines supporting the Hohenstaufen emperors and the Guelphs aligning with the Pope and his challengers. The republics of Florence (Firenze) and Siena led opposing alliances, and the game recreates the escalation that culminated in the bloody Battle of Montaperti in 1260. Developed by Enrico Acerbi, an expert in Italian wargames, Inferno uses Ruhnke's accessible medieval-operational system to simulate the complexity of warfare during that era. Here, logistics is king: it's not enough to have armies; you need to secure sufficient transport and provisions. Rebellious towns and castles can block your path, while Tuscany's unique troops – such as the berrovieri horsemen and elite crossbowmen – add a special tactical flavor. This is an invitation to muster your troops, plan your campaign, and decide whose blood will stain the Arbia river red!