Furor Barbarus (2013)

About this game

Furor Barbarus is a an introductory level tactical medieval wargame. This is the fourth module of the "A la Charge!" series. Each turn is composed of 6 phases: Movement of Player 1 Combat of Player 1 Movement of Player 2 Combat of Player 2 Check victory conditions Advance the Turn Marker Four battles are included: Campus Mauriacus, 451 (Romans & Allies vs. Huns & Allies) Soissons, 486 (Franks vs. Romans) Tolbiac, 496 (Franks vs. Alamans) Vouillé, 507 (Franks vs. Wisigoths) Many wargame concepts are introduced like Zone of Control, moving from hexagon to hexagon, command, firing long distance or close combat (melee), checking morale and retreating. A battle lasts between 30-60 mins.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Strictly 2 players — no more, no fewer.
• Rules load. At 1.3/5 this is a light game — explain it in a few minutes, good for a table that has not played much.
• Age. The publisher suggests 8 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.