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Trenches of Valor: Raids Across No Man's Land 1918
2009
Rules assistance for Trenches of Valor: Raids Across No Man's Land 1918
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
- 1–2 players
- 25 min
- 10+
- Complexity 1.6/5
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Trenches of Valor: Raids Across No Man's Land 1918 is a board game released in 2009 for 1–2 players, 25 minutes per game, and ages 10 and up. It was designed by Pelle Nilsson (I) and its main mechanics are Dice Rolling and Hexagon Grid.
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About the game
Where did the great commanders of World War 2 get their start? Fighting in the trenches of World War 1, of course! Many recall the stalemated trench lines opposing each other for years of futile mass-assaults, but there were daring and heroic action to be found in the small unit trench raids led by rising young officers such as Erwin Rommel. Crossing "No Man’s Land," cutting the barbed wire, and sneaking in under the cover of darkness while a box barrage guarded the raider’s flanks, small parties of soldiers would risk all in an effort to keep the enemy off-balance and prepare the way for future actions. These quick raids of maneuver and destruction caused panic and pulse-pounding excitement for their brief durations, serving as the stuff of heroic legend for a generation whose nations fought so tragically. Can you lead or defend against a surprise raid among the trenches? Can you keep steady as troops arrive and nerve-wracking bombs go off seemingly from nowhere? Will you triumph among confusion amid the Trenches of Valor? Complexity: 2.5 on a 9 scale Solitaire Suitability: 6.5 on a 9 scale Scale: Each unit is 2 to 10 soldiers, each hex ≈ 50 meters across, and each turn is about 30 to 60 seconds of real time. Game Components: > One 4-page, color Rules booklet > 42 color, die-cut 3/4" mounted pieces > One 11" x 17" color game map with tables > 1 BATTLESSON(TM) sheet > Part of an introductory wargame series!
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Questions and answers
Trenches of Valor: Raids Across No Man's Land 1918 supports 1–2 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 Trenches of Valor: Raids Across No Man's Land 1918 is 25 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 Trenches of Valor: Raids Across No Man's Land 1918 for ages 10 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.
Trenches of Valor: Raids Across No Man's Land 1918 has a complexity rating of 1.6 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.
Trenches of Valor: Raids Across No Man's Land 1918 belongs to these categories: Wargame and World War I. 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 Trenches of Valor: Raids Across No Man's Land 1918 are: Pelle Nilsson (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 Trenches of Valor: Raids Across No Man's Land 1918 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.