Wagram: The Peace of Vienna, 5-6 July 1809

What to Expect

In Wagram, you reenact the battle between the Habsburg army under Archduke Charles and Napoleon's French-allied forces in July 1809. Players move units on a hex grid using movement points and resolve combat through dice rolling and a Combat Results Table (CRT) featuring a unique Equal Elimination rule where both attacker and defender can be eliminated simultaneously.

Who Is This Game For?

Designed for two players interested in Napoleonic wargames, Wagram suits those with some prior wargame experience. The roughly 90-minute playtime and minimum age of 12 place it in the category of a strategy game for enthusiasts. A solo mode is included for single-player use.

How It Works

Players alternate moving units on a hexagonal grid, expending movement points to position tactically. Combat is resolved via dice rolls referencing a ratio-based Combat Results Table. The game uses hard zones of control to simulate realistic Napoleonic warfare maneuvers. The Equal Elimination feature adds tension by allowing mutual elimination on a dice roll of 6.

What Makes It Special

Designed by Irad B. Hardy and published by SPI in 1975, Wagram is part of the Napoleon At War quadrigame. Its distinctive CRT with Equal Elimination sets it apart. Critics have ranked it the best among the four games in the Napoleon At War series, offering an authentic Napoleonic battle simulation.

Setting & Atmosphäre

The game recreates the Battle of Wagram during the Napoleonic Wars in July 1809 between Austria and France. Players engage in historical military maneuvers on a hex grid reflecting early 19th-century warfare.

Tipp für Einsteiger

Focus first on understanding the CRT and efficient use of movement points before exploring complex tactics.

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Fazit

Wagram is recommended for fans of classic Napoleonic wargames seeking a tactical two-player experience with historical depth. The inclusion of a solo mode adds flexibility for solo play.