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Leuthen 1757
2000
Rules assistance for Leuthen 1757
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- 2 players
- 120 min
- 12+
- Complexity 2.3/5
Rules assistant for Leuthen 1757
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Leuthen 1757 is a board game released in 2000 for 2 players, 120 minutes per game, and ages 12 and up. It was designed by Sylvain Ferreira and its main mechanics are Hexagon Grid.
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About the game
A simple game covering the December 5, 1757, battle at Leuthen, Silesia. Historically this was Frederick II of Prussia greatest victory. One player controls the Prussian army of Frederick II, the other the Austrian army of Prince Charles of Lorraine and Field-marshal Daun. One turn equals one half hour of real time and the game lasts fourteen and a half turns. One hex on the map equals 350 meters. An infantry unit represents one, two, or three regiments, or the equivalent of a brigade. A cavalry unit represents from four to eight squadrons. Each combat points equals from 500 to 800 men.
Questions and answers
Leuthen 1757 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 Leuthen 1757 is 120 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 Leuthen 1757 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.
Leuthen 1757 has a complexity rating of 2.3 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-light 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.
Leuthen 1757 belongs to these categories: Wargame and Age of Reason. Its main mechanics are 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 Leuthen 1757 are: Sylvain Ferreira. 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 Leuthen 1757 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.