As a rule I don't post gamey topics on this blog (fig v fig for my gaming shenanigans) but I thought I might break my rule in this instance. Recently purchased a copy of Republic to Empire by those scary looking chaps at the league of Augsburg and Clarence Harrison of Quindia fame throwing a spanner in the works for good measure.
Now I know "blah blah blah" been out for ages "etc etc" but bare in mind the last Napoleonic specific rules I purchased was a 2nd hand copy of Bruce Quarries (machine gun Quarry's) rules back when I were a pup, this is a big event in the PaintPig house hold.
Well, so far they, seem to be quite sensible from what I can tell so I will press on with them. I'm considering using these as a prompt to get a rather bulky collection of unpainted 18mm lead into action and possibly for some "12 figure unit" 28mm action. Any Napoleonic aficionado's willing to offer up some thoughts?
thanks for looking
dave
I have a copy and like them as well. It appears to be a 'heavier' game than Black Powder among others but for someone who is really 'into' the Napoleonic period I think they would be a good set for running larger games, assuming you have a cadre of gamers versed in the rules. I'd put them in a similar complexity/game feel ranking as General de Brigade. Some think the rules are a little wordy but I'd prefer that over sparse & confusing text. The LoA forum is also an excellent place to get help if you need it.
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