Over The Trenches: WWI Air Combat Rules brings the adrenaline of World War I aerial battles straight to your board. Instead of a simple 20‑sided die, the game introduces a physical height system that allows up to 20 altitude levels, making climbing, diving, and maneuvering crucial decisions. Each aircraft has an initiative card set that determines who acts first, and dice rolls decide whether shots hit, taking into account the line of sight between machines. The standout feature is the detail: each damage is recorded – from engine failures to pilot wounds – and gun jam cards add an element of unpredictability reminiscent of real combat turbulence. The book includes historical performance charts from 1916 to 1918, letting players compare their tactics to real aircraft records. Designed for 1/144 scale models but usable with any scale up to 1/72 thanks to its miniature‑agnostic approach, the game offers an immersive, tense experience where every game requires attention to detail and a fair amount of strategy. If you love simulating the skies of war with precision, this title delivers a unique blend of altitude mechanics, detailed damage, and a learning curve that rewards those who invest time mastering the rules.