Battalion: War of the Ancients

Battalion: War of the Ancients is a board game that pits rival ancient factions in fast, tactical clashes of unit-building and battlefield command.

Choose a faction—marshal Roman legions, field Han crossbowmen across desert routes, unleash Greco-Bactrian cavalry, or rally Hannibal’s mercenaries, elephants, and the Sacred Band of Carthage. Draft rank tiles to assemble units and unlock powerful synergies, then juggle orders and logistics to keep your forces fighting; push combinations too far and your formations become unwieldy. Tight scenarios resolve quickly but reward smart positioning and timing. Designed for 2–4 players, ages 14+, in 20–45 minutes. Available now at Boarding School Games—set it up and dive in.

Key features

* 2–4 players, ages 14+, 20–45 minute playtime
* Asymmetric ancient factions from Rome to Carthage, Han, and Greco-Bactria
* Unit-building from rank tiles: stack strengths while managing unwieldy formations
* Order management and sustain decisions create crisp, high-impact turns
* Quick to learn, tactical depth that invites repeat play