Au fil de l’épée

About this board game

Au fil de l’épée is a simple tactical wargame for two players, designed for games lasting about 60 minutes. Published in 2002, it covers four medieval battles across a focused set of scenarios.

The game brings major engagements from the 13th century to the tabletop. Each battle is presented at a scale intended to connect the game map and turns with the events being represented.

• Muret, 1213
• Bouvines, 1214
• Lac Peïpous, 1242
• Benevento, 1266

In Au fil de l’épée, one map hexagon represents approximately 200 meters of battlefield terrain. This scale gives the map a clear geographical meaning while keeping the action within a manageable tactical format.

Each game turn represents roughly half an hour of real time. Together, the hexagonal map and time scale provide a straightforward framework for depicting movement and clashes during these historical battles, without requiring an overly long session.

Whether you are interested in Muret, Bouvines, Lac Peïpous, or Benevento, the game offers a compact way for two players to explore four distinct medieval engagements. Its simple tactical wargame format and one-hour playing time make the historical scope easy to approach at the table.