Iron Tide: Panzers in the Ardennes (2003)

This game system makes use of hidden combat strengths. Hexagon colored map simulating the Battle of the Bulge from WWII. This game is using a chit pull system similar, but updated from the SPI Operation Typhoon and Victory in the West series games. Players are encouraged to not inspect the enemy side other than what is obvious on top. Thrills and chills as surprises from the hidden stacks upset or reward well laid plans. 700 back printed counters, extra large single mapsheet, Huge, full color set up and special unit/information sheet, short, clear rule booklet, boxed or ziploc format.
Converted for play by email/live internet play, to CyberBoard, Vassal, and AdC2 format at no cost to owners of the game. Translations into Japanese available here.
After production examples of play with detailed colored pictures.
After production 6 turn tournament scenario is here.
After production late campaign start Ebb Tide scenario is here.
Additional designer Q&A available here.
See http://www.justplain.com for more information.

There is a ConsimWorld Audio Report for this game.

A scenario and errata counters in Operations Special Magazine #3.

Check Gary's http://privatewars.kyth.org/iron_tide_panzers_in_the_ardennes.htm for Support links, FAQ, Examples of play, Errata, AdC2 downloads, CyberBoard downloads and information, Counter creation software and interesting fun stuff.

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