3.6.2 Resolving a battle

Before the start of the battle, each opposing commander organises his/her army into units. The referee then works out how tough each unit is (i.e. its combat values).

Each commander then decides on the initial location/disposition of his/her units, based on the available terrain and who has the tactical advantage.

The battle then starts. The battle is played out in battle turns.

Each battle turn:

• each opposing commander gives orders to his/her units;
• the consequences (in terms of casualties etc.) on each unit are worked out; and
• the consequences for any player characters involved in the battle are worked out.

The battle continues until all units of one side have either been destroyed or have left the battlefield.

See also: an example of a battle.