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In their Quiet fields
1988
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- 2 players
- 360 min
- 12+
- Complexity 3.2/5
For 2 players
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In their Quiet fields is a board game released in 1988 for 2 players, 360 minutes per game, and ages 12 and up. It was designed by Dean Essig and its main mechanics are Dice Rolling and Hexagon Grid.
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About the game
In their Quiet fields is a Tactical level board-wargame of America's bloodiest single day. It is meant to be played by two or more players. It is hoped that the game accurately portrays the desperate struggle that occurred on September 17, 1862 between the Armies of the Potomac and of Northern Virginia. At odds of 1:2 or worse, Lee's Army of Northern Virginia was narrowly able to avert disaster. This game shows that victory is within the grasp of both armies and that final victory may not be decided until the very end.
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In their Quiet fields supports 2 players according to the catalogue. This is the publisher’s listed player count, so the game is designed for exactly that number of participants. Variants for other group sizes, if any, are described in the rulebook of your edition, so check it before setting up a different configuration.
The listed playing time for In their Quiet fields is 360 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists In their Quiet fields for ages 12 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
In their Quiet fields has a complexity rating of 3.2 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-weight game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
In their Quiet fields belongs to these categories: Wargame and American Civil War. Its main mechanics are Dice Rolling and Hexagon Grid. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of In their Quiet fields are: Dean Essig. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists In their Quiet fields as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.