Triumph of the Will

Triumph of the Will focuses on the “revolutionary” warfare of the early 20th century, specifically covering the Spartakist Revolution, the Russian Civil War (RCW), and the Spanish Civil War (SCW). The rules are designed to emphasize the importance of willpower, morale, and motivation over sheer numbers, highlighting how highly motivated, smaller, and unconventional forces can outperform larger, less interested conscript armies.

Key Features and Mechanics

Scope & Scale: The game is designed for small-to-medium engagements and works well with various scales that allow for individual casualty removal (e.g., 15mm or 28mm).
Willpower & Morale: As the title suggests, the game focuses on the motivation of troops, capturing the “crusading essence” of political conflicts.
Turn Sequence: The game uses a structured turn sequence including spotting, firing (cavalry/infantry/MG), movement, artillery/AFV fire, close combat, and command actions.
Blinds (Fog of War): A system of blinds is used to mask the movement of hidden units until they are spotted, which requires rolling on a table based on range and terrain.
Firing System: Combat is based on a rifle unit equivalency system (a basic unit of 5 figures). It uses D6 rolls modified by troop quality and cover to determine hits.
Close Combat: Described as “brutal” and “vicious,” this phase involves comparing dice rolls, often leading to rapid, high-casualty results.
Command: The rules emphasize command and control, with commanders having specific, limited abilities to issue orders (Attack/Engage/Hold/Retire/Consolidate).
Period-Specific Elements

Forces & Units: Covers specialized units like the International Brigades and armoured trains.
Armor & Vehicles: AFV rules are relatively simple, reflecting the early development of tanks during this period, with vehicles categorized by type (MG/light/medium/heavy).