# Zulus on the Ramparts!: The Battle of Rorke's Drift – Second Edition

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2009
- **BGG Rating**: 7.4
- **BGG Rank**: #3095
- **Players**: 1 (Best with: 1)
- **Duration**: 25 min
- **Weight**: 2.12 / 5
- **Designers**: Joseph Miranda
- **Artists**: Alan Emrich, Tim Allen
- **Publishers**: Victory Point Games
- **Categories**: Post-Napoleonic, Wargame
- **Mechanics**: Action Points, Campaign / Battle Card Driven, Chit-Pull System, Dice Rolling, Point to Point Movement, Solo / Solitaire Game

## Verdict
For solo wargame lovers and intense historical challenges. A desperate defense that tests your decisions every minute.Relentless strategic tensionDetailed historical immersionSimple yet deep mechanicsCan be frustrating for beginnersComponents require assemblyFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Zulus on the Ramparts! puts you in command of the desperate defense of the Rorke’s Drift mission station during the 1879 Anglo-Zulu War. With just 140 British soldiers and auxiliaries, you must withstand attacks from over 4,000 Zulu warriors. This States of Siege™ game is pure strategic tension: every decision matters, from building barricades to managing ammunition and reinforcements. Event cards bring dramatic twists, while dice decide the outcome of battles. The pressure is relentless, with each turn representing 15-45 minutes of real-time combat. The game includes detailed components like laser-cut pieces and a colorful map for full immersion. Get ready for an intense solo experience where every playthrough is an epic fight for survival.

## FAQ
### How long does a game take?
About 25 minutes, but the tension makes it feel much longer!

### Does it require component assembly?
Yes, some laser-cut pieces need assembly before first play.

### Is it good for wargame beginners?
Rules are relatively simple, but the high difficulty might intimidate newcomers.

### Can you play with more players?
No, it's solitaire only – perfect for solo tactical challenges.

### What's the historical theme?
Simulates the Battle of Rorke’s Drift (1879), where few British held off thousands of Zulus.

### Does it need a big table?
The map is 11”x17”, so it fits on smaller tables.

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