# Wings of Glory: WW2 Battle of Britain Starter Set

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2017
- **BGG Rating**: 8.0
- **BGG Rank**: #6925
- **Players**: 1-99 (Best with: 6, 8)
- **Duration**: 30-45 min
- **Weight**: 2.13 / 5
- **Designers**: Andrea Angiolino, Pier Giorgio Paglia
- **Artists**: Dario Calì, Vincenzo Auletta
- **Publishers**: Ares Games, ASYNCRON games
- **Categories**: Aviation / Flight, Card Game, Miniatures, Wargame, World War II
- **Mechanics**: Action Queue, Simulation, Simultaneous Action Selection

## Verdict
This starter set is the ultimate gateway into miniature aerial combat. The experience is highly immersive, pairing high-quality miniatures with a maneuver system that rewards tactical planning without slowing down the game's pace. It is perfect for those seeking fast, strategic fun, working perfectly for both newcomers and wargame veterans alike.Ready-to-play detailed miniaturesIntuitive rule systemExtremely fast setupHigh historical fidelityFocused on two-player duelsExpansions needed for varietyHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Get ready for takeoff! The Wings of Glory: WW2 Battle of Britain Starter Set is the perfect gateway for anyone who has always wanted to feel the adrenaline of classic aerial combat. Set in the tense skies of 1940, the game puts you in command of iconic fighters like the Supermarine Spitfire or the fearsome Messerschmitt Bf.109. Forget endless manuals; the system is fluid, intuitive, and focused on immediate fun. The core mechanic uses maneuver cards, where you secretly plan your trajectories and reveal them simultaneously, creating that moment of pure tension when you realize whether you managed to get on the enemy's tail or flew right into their sights. The set is a complete package: it comes with four pre-painted and assembled miniatures, measuring rulers, counters, and everything needed to start a game in just a few minutes. It is a tactical experience that perfectly balances rule simplicity with the strategic depth needed to simulate a real dogfight. Whether to recreate historical missions or just for a quick weekend duel, this starter set delivers fantastic immersion without complicating the player's life. If you like wargames, military history, or simply want to see beautiful miniatures flying across the table, this is a solid investment. The learning curve is smooth, allowing newcomers to understand the basics quickly, while wargame veterans will find enough strategic layers to keep their interest for a long time. It is, without a doubt, one of the most elegant systems for those seeking aerial combat without needing a ten-foot table or hours of rule reading. Adjust your seat, check your controls, and get ready to defend — or attack — Britain!

## FAQ
### Is the game ready to play out of the box?
Yes! The miniatures come pre-assembled and painted, and the set includes everything you need, such as rulers and counters.

### Is it hard to learn the rules?
Not at all. The system is quite intuitive and the manual is very clear, focused on getting you flying in just a few minutes.

### How many people can play?
The system is primarily designed for two players, but you can adapt it for more people if you have additional miniatures.

### How long does a game take?
On average 30 to 45 minutes, which is perfect for a quick duel.

### Do I need to buy expansions?
The starter set is a complete game, but the Wings of Glory system has dozens of other planes you can add as you wish.

### Is it a game of luck or strategy?
It is a game of strategy. Success depends on how well you anticipate your opponent's moves.

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