# On to Richmond!

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 1998
- **BGG Rating**: 8.0
- **BGG Rank**: #6129
- **Players**: 2 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 180 min
- **Weight**: 3.33 / 5
- **Designers**: Ed Beach, Joseph M. Balkoski
- **Artists**: Charles Kibler, Keith Rocco
- **Publishers**: The Avalon Hill Game Co
- **Categories**: American Civil War, Wargame
- **Mechanics**: Hexagon Grid, Variable Phase Order

## Verdict
If you're someone who loves to dive deep into military history and enjoys a good strategic challenge, On to Richmond! is a perfect fit. This heavy wargame puts you in command of historical forces from the American Civil War, with a level of detail that will make your brain sizzle in a good way. It's the perfect opportunity to test your tactical skills and see if you would have fared better than the generals of the era!Deep historical simulationIntense strategy and maneuverHigh-quality componentsVariety of scenariosGuaranteed replayabilityLong playing timeComplex rulesTwo-player onlyFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Get ready to relive the Peninsula Campaign with On to Richmond!, the sixth title in the acclaimed Great Campaigns of the American Civil War series. This game of strategy and maneuver puts you in command of Union or Confederate forces in one of the most crucial conflicts of the American Civil War. The story unfolds with General McClellan leading an overwhelming Union force towards Richmond, the Confederate capital. However, the path is long, the rainy season complicates everything, and Confederate reinforcements, under the command of General Joseph Johnston and, later, Robert E. Lee, are en route. Each turn represents one real day, and you'll have to make strategic decisions to outwit your opponent. The detailed map, based on historical archives from the period, uses a hexagon grid where each hexagon equals approximately 2,000 yards. On to Richmond! offers eight varied scenarios, ranging from the full campaign, which can take days to play, to quick cavalry raids lasting only 15 minutes. The interactive game system ensures exciting and unpredictable matches, with realistic rules and high-quality components. If you're a military history buff or a born strategist, you'll have the chance to test your skills against a friend or compare your performance to the real generals of the campaign.

## FAQ
### What is the average playing time for On to Richmond!?
Playing time varies greatly! Introductory scenarios can take about an hour, but the full campaign can extend for days, depending on your dedication and the complexity of your strategies.

### How many players can participate?
On to Richmond! is an exclusive two-player game, perfect for intense strategic duels.

### Is it a complex game for wargame beginners?
With a BGG weight of 3.33/5, it's a medium-high complexity game. Some experience with wargames or a willingness to learn detailed rules is recommended, but the short scenarios are great for starting out.

### What are the main components of the game?
You'll find two rule booklets, two large map sheets (22"x32" each), three 260-piece counter sheets, charts and tables folders, an ammunition pad, force displays, and two 6-sided dice, plus a counter storage tray.

### Is the game historically accurate?
Yes, the Great Campaigns of the American Civil War series is known for its high historical accuracy. The map is based on period archives, and the rules aim to realistically simulate the conditions and challenges of the Peninsula Campaign.

### Are there expansions for On to Richmond!?
On to Richmond! is part of a larger series, so you can explore other titles in the Great Campaigns of the American Civil War for more content and different campaigns, but this game itself offers a complete experience.