ONUS! Under the Eagle

About this expansion

ONUS! Under the Eagle is a 2024 expansion for 1–6 players, bringing the battles of Simon Scarrow’s Eagle book series to the tabletop.

Set during the time of Claudius, emperor of Rome, the game follows the world of the series from the invasion of Britain through the adventures of its characters, Macro and Cato. It offers a way to experience these conflicts from the perspective of either side.

Players can command Roman troops or take control of the enemies of the Empire. The battles span a broad range of scales, allowing the game to represent encounters that involve only a few men as well as clashes between large armies.

• Play as Roman forces or enemies of the Empire.
• Recreate battles inspired by Simon Scarrow’s Eagle books.
• Take part in anything from small skirmishes to large-scale armies.
• Play with 1–6 players, including a solo option.

This flexibility makes ONUS! Under the Eagle suitable for different kinds of military encounters within the setting. Whether focusing on a small engagement or commanding a much larger force, players can step into the conflicts associated with Rome’s campaigns and the adventures of Macro and Cato.

For fans of Simon Scarrow’s Eagle series, the game provides a direct tabletop connection to its historical fiction setting. For groups, it supports battles involving up to six players, while the solo mode offers a way to explore the game alone.