
- BGG rank
- BGG #2,715
- BGG rating
- 7.8
Time of Legends: Joan of Arc
- 2–4 players
- 45–90 min
- Complexity 3.5/5
- 2019

Rules assistance for Piquet: Band of Brothers
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Piquet: Band of Brothers is an expansion for Piquet: Master Rules for Wargaming released in 2004 for 2–6 players, 90 minutes per game, and ages 12 and up. It was designed by Bob Jones (I) and its main mechanics are Dice Rolling and Action Points.
From the designer: Band of Brothers was a pleasant surprise for me as I found my interest in the period became greater the longer I worked on this supplement. If one is looking for a variety of unit types, tactical doctrine, or weaponry, medieval/renaissance warfare has much to offer. If one wants colorful dress and dramatic costumes, then the Landtsknecht and the Ottoman Janissaries are but a few of the many available troops. Even more appealing is that this is a period of fascinating transitions in the practice of warfare. Two of the greatest transitional effects are the introduction and growing effectiveness of gunpowder weapons, both in the form of artillery, as well as personal weapons, and the ability for nations to field semi-national armies. The creation of these larger forces and their supply was a necessary social foundation for the Military Revolution that allowed the great armies of the 17th century and later. Expands: Piquet: Master Rules for Wargaming
Piquet: Band of Brothers supports 2–6 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Piquet: Band of Brothers is 90 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 Piquet: Band of Brothers 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.
Piquet: Band of Brothers has a complexity rating of 1.0 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a 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.
Piquet: Band of Brothers belongs to these categories: Wargame, Miniatures, and Medieval. Its main mechanics are Dice Rolling and Action Points. 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 Piquet: Band of Brothers are: Bob Jones (I). 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 Piquet: Band of Brothers as an expansion for Piquet: Master Rules for Wargaming. Expansions add new content, rules or scenarios to the base game and usually cannot be played on their own, so you need Piquet: Master Rules for Wargaming to use it. Check that your edition of Piquet: Master Rules for Wargaming is compatible, as some expansions were revised between editions.