This week here in OHQ saw Midgard rules return to the table I was amazed to see that this was the first time since last June!
Facing each other across the table would be the Ostrogoth forces of Totila (Dave) and the Romans commanded by Belisarius (me)
As one would expect we missed or got wrong a few things after such a long break from using the rules but this not detract from an enjoyable game.
Goth archers and Frank allies mass against the Roman left flank.
Under heavy fire from the Goth archers the Roman archers break and flee.
While the opposing infantry engage each other with missiles the main action takes place on the other flank and centre.
Having evaded the initial Goth charge the Roman light cavalry must stand and fight to protect the flank. After putting up a brave fight against the heavier Goth cavalry they finally break.
Meanwhile on the light cavalry's flank the Roman heavy cavalry are having a hard time against growing Goth numbers.
Meanwhile Belisarius bravely leads his Boukellaroi against Totila's elite heavy cavalry supported by a unit of Kavallaroi.
To the left of Belisarius the Kavallaroi are broken unable to withstand the mass of Gothic cavalry arrayed against them and are broken.
Belisarius is left to battle it out but the numbers (and the dice) are against him.
In the fighting Belisarius is slain! With this and the loss of his Boukellaroi is goblet is empty. A win for Totila and Goths, Italy will remain under Goth control a while longer.
Off for a break down in Kent so tabletop action will return to OHQ later in the month. I am now keeping my fingers crossed that I shall return to the favour of the dice gods next week for some ACW action over at GHQ
Until next time take care and KBO.
We don’t need to be away from rules for very long before they start to fade from memory. The armies look great, especially the big bases.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy Kent, the now cooler weather being most welcome.
Thank you Norm. Yes indeed, one of the reasons we stick with Black Powder across different periods. I will endeavour to get Midgard on the table more often in future.
DeleteA very fair report of my unexpected triumph. The Fates were indeed against you! Such fabulous armies to command irrespective of the outcomes!
ReplyDeleteIndeed, I can't say the dice gods favoured you they just favoured me less😂
DeleteYou sure have pretty armies even in defeat!
ReplyDeleteThank you Jonathan. One could say they were pretty well whupped.
DeleteGreat looking table and minis really need to play Midgard.
ReplyDeleteThank you much appreciated. I need to play more, it’s a great game.
DeleteSuper looking game and table, very nice Phil. Must admit Midgard seems to give a really good game.
ReplyDeleteThank you Donnie. It certainly does and can only get better the more it is played.
Delete