Combat Leader: Solitaire Module

COMBAT LEADER SET: SOLITAIRE MODULE is a module allowing you to play COMBAT LEADER solo.

You must own COMBAT LEADER: CORE RULES and COMBAT LEADER: OSTKRIEG to use this module.

Combat Leader: Solitaire Module contains rules and scenarios allowing you to play the game system on your own.  It includes: 20-page rule booklet detailing the solo system, along with six solitaire scenarios; Quick Scenario Generator enabling you to create your own scenarios for games in the system; German & Russian counter sheets (sheets E & F); game markers; Reference Card; one game map (#6). 

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In Combat Leader, Counters represent individually named soldiers and officers, rated for morale, firing ability, melee ability, and leadership. A hexagon grid is used to regulate movement. A hex represents about 17 yards across.  Each turn represents about a minute of actual time.  National characteristics and weapon characteristics are included (you'll see--and feel--the difference between a GewehrK98K Mauser, a MP38 machine pistol, a Russian 1891/30 rifle, and DP 1928 LMG (and so on) in terms of range, reliability, and lethality).  Game results are generated from a standard deck of playing cards, and a single six-sided die.

Combat Leader illustrates two principles of tactical WW2 combat: large groups of men stacked together maximize firepower, but are a magnet for incoming fire. Finding a balance between group size and function (maneuver, or fire groups) will depend on the tactical situation, and what your scenario goal is.  The use of sound historical fire and movement tactics will be rewarded on the tabletop just as they were valuable on the battlefield. The importance of leadership and morale are emphasized by the design, not just weapon characteristics.  Finally, Combat Leader is an infantry wargame; rules do not cover vehicles or tanks. 

Combat Leader has been designed as an introductory World War II tactical firefight game for two players, involving individual soldiers. It uses a “design for effect” system to reflect battlefield realities; it is playable enough for those new to wargaming, but sophisticated enough to hold the interest of veteran gamers.  Several nationalities are currently available in other modules, with more planned.

Combat Leader Set: Solitaire Module is now available separately in PDF format.  Designed by Gary Graber.  Published by Minden Games.