Land of the Free

Land of the Free simulates conflicts in North America between 1754 and 1815, covering the French and Indian Wars, American Revolution, and War of 1812. The rules feature a command point system to manage resources and units, starting with small forces that can grow into larger armiesKey aspects include a group-based command structure, morale tests, and resource management to avoid counter-attacks, with victory achieved by controlling objectives and holding the field. 

Key Features
  • Historical Scope:
    Covers the French and Indian Wars, American Revolutionary War, Northwest Indian War, and War of 1812. 

  • Miniature Scale:
    Compatible with various miniatures, allowing players to scale from small skirmishes with 10-20 figures to larger battles with hundreds. 

  • Command System:
    Utilizes command points for issuing orders, performing actions, and resolving morale tests. 

  • Group Command:
    Players organize forces into groups led by commanders, with units needing to stay within a “Sphere of Influence” to avoid becoming “stuck” and ineffective. 

  • Resource Management:
    Players must balance the use of command points and other resources to avoid exhausting their army, which makes it vulnerable to counter-attacks. 

  • Victory Conditions:
    Determined by holding key objectives on the field and achieving strategic goals. 

  • Scenario-Based Play:
    Includes various optional scenarios such as “Ambush,” “Flank Attack,” and “Hold the Ground”. 
Genre: 19th Century, 18th Century
Scale: Any Scale
Average Models per Side: 10 to 20, 20 to 50, 51 and Over
Number of Players: 2, 2+
Miniatures: Agnostic
Rules: Purchased PDF
Availability: In Print
Publisher: Osprey Publishing
Designers: Joe Krone
Year Released: 2014
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