No Peace Without Spain!: The War of the Spanish Succession 1702-1713

Compass Games · Board game · 2011
2 · best 2 240 min Weight 2.7/5
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FOR GENRE FANS

For lovers of historical wargames with impactful decisions and a dash of controlled chaos. The card system is a strategic delight!

Highlights
  • Game-changing event cards
  • Leaders with unique traits
  • Dynamic siege warfare
  • Tactical map decisions
Keep in mind
  • Long playtime (4h+)
  • Rules require initial patience
  • Two-player only
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About the game

What you do in a play session

In 1700, the death of King Carlos II of Spain without an heir ignited one of Europe's greatest 18th-century conflicts: the War of the Spanish Succession. In 'No Peace Without Spain!', you take on the role of one side in this epic struggle — the Bourbons, led by France, or the Alliance, representing the Habsburgs. The game is a card-driven wargame blending deep strategy with an intuitive battle system. Each card in your hand can be used to move troops, initiate sieges, or trigger historical events that turn the tide of war. Leaders like the Duke of Marlborough or Marshal Villars bring unique abilities that shape the battlefield. The map highlights the importance of fortresses, and the siege system captures their unpredictability — sometimes a city falls quickly, other times it holds against all odds. With yearly turns and units representing 10,000 men, every decision matters. Can you rewrite history?

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Components: Map (Continental / National scale) Continents: Europe Country: Austria Country: England Country: France Country: Great Britain Country: Spain History: Age of Kings History: Habsburg History: War of the Spanish Succession Players: Two-Player Only Games Players: Wargames with Rules Supporting Only Two Players Series: No Peace Without Spain (Compass Games) War Battlespace: Land Warfare War Level of Command: Strategic
Publisher Compass Games
Designer Don Herndon
Artist Mark Mahaffey, Robert Alexander Hillingford

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Frequently Asked Questions

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How long does a game take?
Around 4 hours on average, but it varies based on strategies and card events.
Do I need to be a wargame expert?
Not necessarily, but some strategy game experience helps. The 24-page rulebook includes examples.
Player count?
Strictly 2-player — one as Bourbons, the other as the Alliance.
Is it dice-heavy or pure cards?
Dice resolve combat and some events, but cards drive the strategy.
Good for history buffs?
Absolutely! From leader abilities to event cards, history permeates every mechanic.
Do I need to paint miniatures?
Nope! It uses classic wargame paper counters and a mounted map.

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