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Ultima Ratio Regum

Ultima Ratio Regum

Vae Victis · 2011
2–4120 min12+ yrs3.0/5 complexity7.3 BGG10Strategy
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Ultima Ratio Regum - Le dernier argument des rois, the last argument of kings, was the devise inscribed on Louis XIV guns. The rules simulate warfare during the Lace Wars (la Guerre en Dentelle) - late XVII - XVIII centuries, using miniatures.

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official art · Vae Victis

Ultima Ratio Regum - Le dernier argument des rois, the last argument of kings, was the devise inscribed on Louis XIV guns.

The rules simulate warfare during the Lace Wars (la Guerre en Dentelle) - late XVII - XVIII centuries, using miniatures.

1 mini = 40-60 men 1 gun = 2-4 guns and crew 1 turn = 2-3 min real time Base: varies depending on minis scale, compatible with other rules. Miniatures can be used from 6 to 28 mm.

1- Setup - before the battle starts Then each turn alternating: 2- Start of turn 2.A - Orders phase 2.B - Rally phase 2.C - Initiative 2.D - Activation and orders resolution for side A. B can do opportunity reactions. 2.D.I - Charges declarations 2.D.II - Charges moves 2.D.III - Regular moves 2.D.IV - Fire 2.D.V - Mêlées 2.E - Activation and orders resolution for side B. A can do opportunity reactions. repeat sequence D.I to D.V 2.F - End of turn - all orders completed 2.G - End of turn and start of next turn (2.A)

Rules were published in Vae Victis Hors Serie N°15, in French only.

game anatomy
Complexity3.0 / 5
BGG rating7.3 / 10
Vibe
Strategy
Language dependence
Some text — easily memorized
🌐 plays without English
Play time
120 min
Players
2–4
Recommended age
12+ yrs
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Q4How many players does Ultima Ratio Regum support?
Ultima Ratio Regum is played by 2–4 players.
Q5How long does a game of Ultima Ratio Regum take?
A game of Ultima Ratio Regum takes about 120 minutes. (The first game doesn't count. It never counts.)
Q6What age is Ultima Ratio Regum for?
Ultima Ratio Regum is recommended from age 12.
Q7How complex is Ultima Ratio Regum?
Ultima Ratio Regum has a BoardGameGeek complexity of 3.0 out of 5.
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