Warlord Games Waterloo Black Powder 2nd Edition Starter Set

The Waterloo Black Powder 2nd Edition Starter Set is a comprehensive introduction to historical tabletop wargaming, focusing on the pivotal Battle of Waterloo in 1815. This set provides everything needed for two players to begin recreating the famous confrontation between Napoleon's French forces and Wellington's allied army. It serves as both an entry point for newcomers to the hobby and a convenient collection for experienced gamers looking to expand their Napoleonic era collections. The set includes a softback A5 version of the Black Powder Second Edition rulebook, which contains the core rules for playing historical wargames in this period. Alongside this is an easy start guide to help beginners learn the basics quickly. The miniature components are substantial: 12 Chasseurs à Cheval (French light cavalry), 48 French infantry, 48 British infantry, 24 Hanoverian infantry, one metal Royal Artillery cannon, and metal commanders for both the French and British forces. All necessary bases for the models are included, along with six six-sided dice, a card playsheet, and casualty markers for tracking units during gameplay. This starter set is ideal for hobbyists interested in the Napoleonic Wars who want a complete package to begin playing immediately. The miniatures are supplied unassembled and unpainted, allowing for personalisation through modelling and painting—a key aspect of the tabletop wargaming hobby. The set facilitates games that can be completed in a few hours, making it suitable for an afternoon's entertainment. With forces for both sides included, it's perfect for introducing a friend to historical wargaming or for solo collectors building both armies. The comprehensive contents mean players can start gaming right out of the box once the miniatures are assembled.