jeffh@brl-sem.ARPA (the Shadow) (08/30/85)
Machiavelli (Avalon Hill)
Pax Britannica (?Victory Games?)
I am interested in these two games, but have heard nothing
about how good they are. If anyone has these or has played
them, could you please post a review?
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UUCP: {seismo,decvax,cbosgd}!brl!jeffhfaigin@sdcrdcf.UUCP (Daniel Faigin) (09/03/85)
Machiavelli. Originally published by Battleline, now published by
Avalon-Hill, but not stongly promoted.
This is an excellent game for those who like the game
"Diplomacy". It is based in and around the Italian "boot" in the
1400's. It can support up to 8 players: France, Turkey, Austria,
Milan, Venice, The Papacy, Naples, and Florence.
The rules of the game (I tend to play the advanced game, so that
I what I describe here) are similar to Dippy. One writes orders
for his/her pieces, with movement being done simultaneously. The
major differences from Dippy are:
1) There is an additional type of unit, the Garrison. Provinces
in Machiavelli (henceforth, M) have both cities and surrounding
areas. Pieces from two different countries can occupy the area,
one in the city, one outside.
2) One attacks a garrison by Beseiging it. This takes two turns.
3) Builds are not based on supply centers but on income from
provinces. Excess money can be used to bribe.
4) Ownership is based on last occupation.
The rules for fleet and army movement are the same as Dippy.
Personally, I prefer the game over Diplomacy. My favorite
position to play is France (I like to become a naval power). I
feel that Florence is in the weakest position.
If you want more information on the game, please send me mail.
I'd love to see a game get started up.
Daniel
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