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

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2011
- **BGG Rating**: 7.6
- **BGG Rank**: #5226
- **Players**: 2 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 240 min
- **Weight**: 2.72 / 5
- **Designers**: Don Herndon
- **Artists**: Mark Mahaffey, Robert Alexander Hillingford
- **Publishers**: Compass Games
- **Categories**: Age of Reason, Wargame
- **Mechanics**: Campaign / Battle Card Driven, Dice Rolling, Events, Hand Management, Point to Point Movement, Simulation, Variable Set-up

## Verdict
For lovers of historical wargames with impactful decisions and a dash of controlled chaos. The card system is a strategic delight!Game-changing event cardsLeaders with unique traitsDynamic siege warfareTactical map decisionsLong playtime (4h+)Rules require initial patienceTwo-player onlyFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
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?

## FAQ
### 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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