Experience the epic sweep of ancient warfare in Commands & Colors: Ancients. This unique historical wargame system takes you on a journey from the dawn of military history to the opening of the Dark Ages. With 15 stylized battles carefully selected from this expansive era, including iconic conflicts like Bagradas, Cannae, and Zama, you'll step into the shoes of ancient generals and lead your forces to victory.

The game's scale adapts to the specific battle at hand, capturing the nuances of troop formations, terrain features, and historical deployments. Whether you're commanding a mighty legion or a small band of warriors, the tactical choices you make will be grounded in the advantages and limitations of the units, weapons, and time period.

With its moderately more complex gameplay compared to its predecessor, Battle Cry, Commands & Colors: Ancients strikes a balance between historical detail and streamlined mechanics. The command card system adds depth and uncertainty, mirroring the challenges faced by commanders on the battlefield. From Leadership cards to Section cards, Troop cards, and Tactic cards, you'll have a range of strategic options at your disposal.

Engage in fast and efficient combat resolution with the battle dice system. Each die presents a range of symbols, including Light, Medium, Heavy, Leader, Flag, and Swords, ensuring that combat outcomes are determined swiftly and accurately.

As you navigate the intricacies of the game, strategic card play, historical tactics, well-timed dice rolling, and an adaptable battle plan will be your keys to victory. With its accessible rules and average playtime of less than an hour per scenario, Commands & Colors: Ancients delivers an engaging and immersive experience for both seasoned wargamers and newcomers to the genre. Prepare to rewrite history on the tabletop.