Ambush at the Ford Elizabethan Ireland AAR

[Rogerc]

Had another fabulous game using Irregular Wars rules, a bit one sided but that actually confirmed the rules work for me. Write up and lots of pictures on the blog here : https://gapagnw.blogspot.com/2023/07/irregular-wars-aar-ambush-at-ford.html

[fred]

Great looking game, good to see Irregular Wars being played with 28mm figures, it really looks good.

I’m pretty sure a rear charge is the loss of 2 resolve - so even more impactful (this and flank charge resolve loss only apply if the defending unit is already engaged, and therefore can’t turn to face)

Can I suggest the mini dice holders from Pendraken, these can be added to the back or corner of a movement tray and along with mini dice make tracking wounds on units easier and neater. I’ve not got a photo to hand of them in use unfortunately.
https://www.pendraken.co.uk/7mm-frames-892-c.asp

[peachey_c]

Lovely looking game. 

The rules look interesting; Can the cards be printed at home, or only bought?

[fred]

The cards aren’t essential, they certainly add some flavour to the game though. 

The text of the cards is provided in the rules (though not in a method useful for printing) so you can either use dice or standard playing cards to select them.

I did get the cards, and they are very nicely produced and come in a plastic case.

[Romark]

Great write up, lovely minis and scenery too 

[peachey_c]

The cards aren’t essential, they certainly add some flavour to the game though. 

The text of the cards is provided in the rules (though not in a method useful for printing) so you can either use dice or standard playing cards to select them.

I did get the cards, and they are very nicely produced and come in a plastic case.

I see, thank you 

[Rogerc]

peachey I agree with Fred, I did photo copy the card sheets from the rules but they dont cut up into cards too well. The bought pack are lovely though, dont think they are expensive.

Peachey I am tempted by seperate casualty markers to count the resolve but lets see.

Romark, thanks very much.

[has.been]

I did order the cards, & they are very nice.
They were pricey, especially when you add in postage etc. to get them over the pond,
but I decided to treat myself.
I hope to start my troop recruiting soon (real life has kyboshed any painting recently)
& will look at including holders for small D6s.

It all looks excellent & sounds fun too. Can't wait.

[James Morris]

Great AAR! Love the minis and set up. Would love to play this!

[gostgost13]

Please could I ask,where did you get the oval wicker shields the cavalry have ?

[Rogerc]

James sure we could organise that.

gostgost13 those sheilds are cast on, they only have them for the cavalry. Redoubt figures with head swaps.

[Sparrow]

 Very nice!

[Rogerc]

CHEERS

[flags_of_war]

Great work Roger. The game looks great and the rules sound interesting.

[WillPhillips]

Love the battle report!

The Battle of the Yellow Ford is something I want to recreate with my own 10mm project. With forces around 5,000ish each, it's a reasonable start as I move onto larger engagements from the Dutch Revolt and French Wars of Religion.

Probably will take a look at the 1568 Battle of Heiligerlee, as well, given it's also on the smaller size.

Keep this project going! I love it!