Blood, Bilge and Iron Balls: A Tabletop Game of Naval Battles

Blood, Bilge and Iron Balls: A Tabletop Game of Naval Battles in the Age of Sail

Blood, Bilge and Iron Balls is a set of wargame rules for naval battles in the age of sail. With them you can recreate the triumphs of Nelson or Hawke or tackle pirates on the Spanish Main. The rules themselves are very simple and easy to learn. Each player can easily command a single ship or several, the rules working equally well for a single frigate chasing down a privateer, or a large-scale fleet action with multiple players on each side. The basic rules have been written with the emphasis on providing a fast-playing and fun game, but optional rules are included which will add a greater level of historical realism and detail. A unique card-driven turn sequence prevents the game becoming too predictable.

Also included are a selection of scenarios for re-fighting specific historical battles and simple campaign rules. Although intended for use with model ships, the rule book includes sheets of ship counters which can be used to get started. Just add dice, tape measure and pencil and you're ready to play.

Country	USA
Author	Alan Abbey
Binding	Hardcover
EAN	9781848845343
ISBN	1848845340
Label	Pen and Sword Military
Manufacturer	Pen and Sword Military
MPN	b/w diagrams throughout, 8pp colour plat
NumberOfItems	1
NumberOfPages	128
PartNumber	b/w diagrams throughout, 8pp colour plat
PublicationDate	2012-02-02
Publisher	Pen and Sword Military
ReleaseDate	2012-02-16
Studio	Pen and Sword Military

Blood, Bilge and Iron Balls: A Tabletop Game of Naval Battles in the Age of Sail