Reluctant Enemies: Operation Exporter

Multi-Man Publishing · Board game · 2014

— Ludopedia 7.9 BGG 2 · best 2 750 min Weight 3.6/5

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FOR GENRE FANS

For those who want a deep historical wargame without committing to a week-long playtime. OCS in a compact package, with all the series' highlights.

Highlights

Perfect introduction to the OCS system
Dynamic, twist-filled battles
Challenging yet rewarding logistics
Well-organized components for beginners

Keep in mind

Lesser-known campaign may not hook everyone
Long playtime (12+ hours)
Not for supply-chain haters

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About the game

What you do in a play session

Reluctant Enemies: Operation Exporter is a wargame centered on the British invasion of Lebanon and Syria in 1941 during World War II. Designed as an accessible entry point to the Operational Combat Series (OCS), it streamlines the experience with a single map and around 60 units per side, making it faster-paced than other titles in the series. You'll command Commonwealth or Vichy forces in dynamic desert battles, mountainous terrain clashes, and even amphibious operations. Logistics are key: supply lines can be your greatest ally or your worst nightmare. With detailed yet well-organized rules (including a starter guide), the game offers a deep dive into a lesser-known theater of war where every decision can turn the tide. Get ready to relive a campaign that, though often overlooked, was one of the world's hottest spots at the time.