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Commands & Colors: Medieval (2023, 2nd Printing) brings the proven Commands & Colors system into the world of early medieval warfare, focusing on the conflicts between the Byzantine Empire and its eastern adversaries. This updated printing includes all known errata corrections, ensuring a smoother and more refined gameplay experience.
While remaining accessible, this edition introduces new mechanics that reflect the realities of medieval combat, including enhanced armour rules, more powerful cavalry formations, and unique abilities such as mounted archers executing the Parthian Shot. These additions deepen the tactical experience while maintaining the fast-paced flow the system is known for.
Command cards continue to drive movement and create a sense of uncertainty on the battlefield, while combat is resolved quickly using dice. Each scenario highlights historical deployments and terrain, with flexible unit scaling that adapts to the size and scope of each engagement.
Mounted battlefield game board
Medieval rulebook
Scenario booklet featuring historical battles
Deck of command cards
Battle dice
Terrain tiles and markers
Unit blocks and leader blocks
Player aid sheets
Commands & Colors system adapted to medieval warfare
Focus on Byzantine vs Sassanid Persian conflicts (530–627 AD)
Additional scenarios featuring Moorish and rebel forces
New mechanics including enhanced armour, cavalry upgrades, and Parthian Shot ability
Card-driven gameplay with fog-of-war elements
Historically inspired scenarios with varied terrain and deployments
Flexible unit scale depending on scenario
Set during a period of transformation within the Byzantine Empire, this game explores a series of historical battles against the Sassanid Persians and other regional forces. Players will command armies featuring a mix of heavy cavalry, infantry, and missile troops, adapting their tactics to changing battlefield conditions.
The scenario-based system recreates engagements such as Dara, Callinicum, and Nineveh, offering a variety of tactical challenges. Each battle emphasises terrain, positioning, and the strengths of different unit types, encouraging thoughtful planning and adaptability.
With refined rules and a strong historical foundation, Commands & Colors: Medieval delivers a rich tactical experience while remaining approachable for both new and experienced players of the system.
Players: 2
Playtime: 60–120 minutes
Ages: 12+
Complexity: Medium
Solitaire suitability: Low
Commands & Colors: Medieval (2023, 2nd Printing) brings the proven Commands & Colors system into the world of early medieval warfare, focusing on the conflicts between the Byzantine Empire and its eastern adversaries. This updated printing includes all known errata corrections, ensuring a smoother and more refined gameplay experience.
While remaining accessible, this edition introduces new mechanics that reflect the realities of medieval combat, including enhanced armour rules, more powerful cavalry formations, and unique abilities such as mounted archers executing the Parthian Shot. These additions deepen the tactical experience while maintaining the fast-paced flow the system is known for.
Command cards continue to drive movement and create a sense of uncertainty on the battlefield, while combat is resolved quickly using dice. Each scenario highlights historical deployments and terrain, with flexible unit scaling that adapts to the size and scope of each engagement.
Mounted battlefield game board
Medieval rulebook
Scenario booklet featuring historical battles
Deck of command cards
Battle dice
Terrain tiles and markers
Unit blocks and leader blocks
Player aid sheets
Commands & Colors system adapted to medieval warfare
Focus on Byzantine vs Sassanid Persian conflicts (530–627 AD)
Additional scenarios featuring Moorish and rebel forces
New mechanics including enhanced armour, cavalry upgrades, and Parthian Shot ability
Card-driven gameplay with fog-of-war elements
Historically inspired scenarios with varied terrain and deployments
Flexible unit scale depending on scenario
Set during a period of transformation within the Byzantine Empire, this game explores a series of historical battles against the Sassanid Persians and other regional forces. Players will command armies featuring a mix of heavy cavalry, infantry, and missile troops, adapting their tactics to changing battlefield conditions.
The scenario-based system recreates engagements such as Dara, Callinicum, and Nineveh, offering a variety of tactical challenges. Each battle emphasises terrain, positioning, and the strengths of different unit types, encouraging thoughtful planning and adaptability.
With refined rules and a strong historical foundation, Commands & Colors: Medieval delivers a rich tactical experience while remaining approachable for both new and experienced players of the system.
Players: 2
Playtime: 60–120 minutes
Ages: 12+
Complexity: Medium
Solitaire suitability: Low
