Epées et Hallebardes 1315-1476

About this board game

Epées et Hallebardes 1315-1476 is a two-player tactical wargame about battles of the Swiss Middle Ages, with an approximate playing time of 180 minutes. Released in 2008, it focuses on three historically named engagements across the period from 1315 to 1476.

The game presents a concise way to explore medieval battlefields through a hex-based map. Each map hexagon represents approximately 200 meters, giving the battlefield a clear sense of scale while keeping the system focused on tactical play.

Time is represented in short, practical steps. Every game turn covers about one-half hour of real time, allowing the action to be viewed as a sequence of developments across each battle.

The scenarios cover three battles from Swiss medieval history:

• Morgarten — 1315
• Sempach — 1386
• Grandson — 1476

As a simple tactical wargame, Epées et Hallebardes 1315-1476 is centered on the challenges of these engagements rather than on a broad campaign covering many centuries. Its defined map and time scales provide a straightforward framework for two players to examine the battles in focused detail.

With its medieval Swiss setting, three distinct battles, and approximately three-hour playing time, the game offers a dedicated historical wargaming experience. Players interested in tactical portrayals of the Swiss Middle Ages can use its hexagonal battlefield scale and half-hour turns to engage with Morgarten, Sempach, and Grandson.