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The Emperor Strikes Back

2020

The Emperor Strikes Back

2–2 players · 0 min · 8+

The Emperor Strikes Back is a simple wargame simulation of the Battle of Waterloo in 1815 that finally ended Napoleon's dream of French dominance.

One player controls the French Grand Armee and the other player controls Wellingtons British army, reinforced by the Prussians. It is intended as the ideal introductory game for people new to strategy games with an interest in the era.

Several optional rules are included for more experienced young gamers such as those who have played our other games.

—description from the publisher

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