Hammer of the Scots

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Basic Game Details

Designer

Tom Dalgliesh, Jerry Taylor

Artist

Karim Chakroun, Mark Churms, Tom Dalgliesh, Jerry Taylor

Release Year

2002

Publisher

Columbia Games

Description

Hammer of the Scots brings the rebellion of the Braveheart, William Wallace, to life. As the English player, you seek to pacify Scotland by controlling all the important noble lords. The Scottish player also seeks the allegiance of nobles to support a difficult struggle for freedom. Hammer of the Scots will give you many hours of entertainment and insight into this fascinating period in history.

Highlights

Map board: Full-color (22" x 25") mapboard of Scotland and Northern England with heraldry of the important noble families.
Wooden Blocks (24mm): 56 Hardwood counters including leaders, nobles, archers, knights, and infantry.
25 Event Cards
Detailed Game Rules
Two Scenarios: A campaign game plus two scenarios: Braveheart and The Bruce.
Playable History: The rulebook is 8 pages. Games last from 2-4 hours.


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