I think i have been too harsh on this board in the past.
There are a few differences from this map that require a completely different mindset, most notably the fact you can return to both Unit Placement and Attacking. This warps your strategy in regards of what should be an immediate priority.
Even though this map is ridiculously large, its surprisingly good for 1v1 duels, having a better seat 2 winning factor than most of the classic boards, with the rate being a bit lower if not similar to Wargear Warfare.
But the real winner with this board is with large games, its fantastic for what it does. There are too many posibilities to build, expand and conquer, the natural terrain adds yet another element of preparation, cities adding individual bonuses also brings situational awareness to the table, etc.
My only negative point is that some of the state continents feel underpowered because most of the time the army units come from territory count & cities anyway. Regardless, its an outstanding board.
Awesome historical board. Love all the different elements: Rivers, Cities, Mountains, States, Squadrons. Kinda wish the border states and the Union chunks were broken down a little smaller as it tends to drive the battle towards the south and somewhat west.
This is a very large board. I mention this because you don't want to be in too many of these games if you have to make a lot of turns to make. It requires more attention then the average map does. But an epic and iconic map on this site.
There are a few differences from this map that require a completely different mindset, most notably the fact you can return to both Unit Placement and Attacking. This warps your strategy in regards of what should be an immediate priority.
Even though this map is ridiculously large, its surprisingly good for 1v1 duels, having a better seat 2 winning factor than most of the classic boards, with the rate being a bit lower if not similar to Wargear Warfare.
But the real winner with this board is with large games, its fantastic for what it does. There are too many posibilities to build, expand and conquer, the natural terrain adds yet another element of preparation, cities adding individual bonuses also brings situational awareness to the table, etc.
My only negative point is that some of the state continents feel underpowered because most of the time the army units come from territory count & cities anyway. Regardless, its an outstanding board.