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The Rising Sun: Command at Sea Volume I
1994
Rules assistance for The Rising Sun: Command at Sea Volume I
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
- 2–12 players
- 150 min
- 12+
- Complexity 4.3/5
For 2 players
Rules assistant for The Rising Sun: Command at Sea Volume I
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The Rising Sun: Command at Sea Volume I is a board game released in 1994 for 2–12 players, 150 minutes per game, and ages 12 and up. It was designed by Larry Bond and its main mechanics are Hexagon Grid and Simulation.
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About the game
For miniatures enthusiast or a cardboard wargamer, Larry Bond's Command at Sea naval warfare system, for WWII, emphasizes technical and historical accuracy, woven into a streamlined rules structure that keeps the action fast-paced and fun. The Rising Sun, Vol. 1 in the series, covers the Pacific 1941-43. The boxed set now comes complete with the 3rd Edition Basic Rulebook (perforated for three ring binders) and the 2nd Edition Ship Data Annex enclosed. The 3rd Edition Scenario Book offers over 50 scenarios, from small ship actions, to carrier vs. carrier attacks, to midnight battleship encounters at Guadalcanal. Plus 140 ship counters (1/2" x 1") and over 280 aircraft counters and markers are included, along with a jump-start book to get you up and playing in less than half an hour.
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Questions and answers
The Rising Sun: Command at Sea Volume I supports 2–12 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 The Rising Sun: Command at Sea Volume I is 150 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 The Rising Sun: Command at Sea Volume I 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.
The Rising Sun: Command at Sea Volume I has a complexity rating of 4.3 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a heavy 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.
The Rising Sun: Command at Sea Volume I belongs to these categories: Wargame, Nautical, and World War II. Its main mechanics are Hexagon Grid and Simulation. 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 The Rising Sun: Command at Sea Volume I are: Larry Bond. 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 The Rising Sun: Command at Sea Volume I 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.