Chosen Men

Chosen Men is a set of fast-action skirmish rules detailing the bloody skirmishes between light troops in the Napoleonic Wars. The primary focus of the game is on soldiers and NCOs in light ‘flank’ companies, as they scout ahead of larger forces and take part in man-to-man actions against enemy skirmishers.

Although the game allows for the formation of accurately sized companies of light infantry and cavalry if you wish, these formations are broken down into small groups of up to a dozen men. For the most part, officers are not swashbuckling super-heroes, but staunch commanders who rally and direct their men to achieve the battlefield objectives. Although the game uses an alternating action turn sequence, officers can use their influence on multiple units at the same time in an effort to steal the initiative. With all rolls resolved using standard 6-sided dice, this game combines a classic wargaming feel with modern wargame mechanics.

Setting: The game focuses on the actions of light troops, such as flank companies, as they scout and engage enemy skirmishers.
Unit Size: While company-sized formations can be used, they are broken down into smaller groups of up to a dozen men for man-to-man engagements.
Officers: Officers are commanders rather than solo heroes, directing their troops and using their influence to gain the initiative.
Turn Structure: The game uses an alternating action turn system.
Dice: All rolls are resolved using standard six-sided dice.
Scenarios: Players choose scenarios to set objectives and deploy units on a table with terrain features like woods and streams.

Game Feel

Action-Oriented: The rules are designed for fast-paced and action-packed gameplay.
Balancing Realism and Fun: The game strikes a balance between realistic mechanics and a cinematic approach, providing an engaging wargaming experience.
Beginner-Friendly: The slimline Osprey rulebook format makes it accessible for new players to get started quickly.