Sherbert Posted May 8, 2014 Report Share Posted May 8, 2014 So recently I have had the itch to start a new skirmish game. Before everyone starts shouting Infinity, I was thinking of going the Historical route instead of Sci Fi or fantasy. I came across a game called Saga, which has had really good reviews. The game is based in the 10th and 11th century and features many factions that were connected by the Vikings. There are several different Scandinavian factions along with factions from the Franks, British Islands, and eastern areas. The models are all plastic and are a smaller scale than warhammer models. the quality of the models is ok. It is definitely not up to the same standard as GW, but they seem well enough. From what I can tell the rules are pretty easy to pick up and the game functions around in game abilities rather than upgrades bought before the game starts. Im curious if anyone else would be interested in looking into Saga? I talked with Joey and he said he was game to get into it. However, it would be nice to have more than 2 people playing the game. here are several reviews of the game. http://thewargamer.blogspot.com/2012/03/saga-gripping-miniatures-game.html http://meeples.wordpress.com/reviews/rules-reviews/dark-age-medieval/saga/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMGraham Posted May 8, 2014 Report Share Posted May 8, 2014 Free rules, or no? Scale of minis? I love the time period, but we've also got Wrath of Kings on the horizon, a skirmish game that I know several of us (Joey, Christian, me, Derek?) have invested in. A pretty cool system, with unique background and fluff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherbert Posted May 8, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 8, 2014 the rules are not free unfortunately. There are 2 supplements that have been released. I not sure on the scale, I Know that its smaller than 28mm but not by much. I looked at Wrath of Kings and I dont really like the models for some reason. I cant really figure out why, but I felt a similar way about Malifaux and it really kept me from getting into the game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fix Posted May 8, 2014 Report Share Posted May 8, 2014 INFINITY! Oh, you said… I thought... Hey Sherbert, write a historical scenario using my system. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMGraham Posted May 8, 2014 Report Share Posted May 8, 2014 INFINITY! Oh, you said… I thought... Hey Sherbert, write a historical scenario using my system. :D This. The Infinity part, not the other. I forgot that Inifinity is the skirmish system beloved of Warhamsters. It's really, really good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
generalripphook Posted May 8, 2014 Report Share Posted May 8, 2014 Why not get into lord of the rings strategy battle game? Or "the hobbit" as it is called now. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherbert Posted May 8, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 8, 2014 Why not get into lord of the rings strategy battle game? Or "the hobbit" as it is called now. NEVA! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wiccus Posted May 8, 2014 Report Share Posted May 8, 2014 I totes will. Anyone who knows me knows that I love everything viking. I hope there is a rape and pillage mechanic in the game. If not then no dice! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wiccus Posted May 8, 2014 Report Share Posted May 8, 2014 Also this means that you have to make an interior for that cathedral. That way I can run in, kill the priests and take their stuff. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Munkie Posted May 8, 2014 Report Share Posted May 8, 2014 I hope there is a rape and pillage mechanic in the game. If not then no dice! Sounds like Malifaux is the game for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sounder Posted May 8, 2014 Report Share Posted May 8, 2014 I like history and miniatures and skirmish games Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nathonicus Posted May 8, 2014 Report Share Posted May 8, 2014 Sherbert, did have you looked at that Skirmish game Joey and Christian got into with the fantasy ancient feel? I can't remember the name of it, but it seemed really cool and they already are playing, and I was interested in it as well.... P.S. Infinity has vikings... with machine guns. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherbert Posted May 8, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 8, 2014 Sherbert, did have you looked at that Skirmish game Joey and Christian got into with the fantasy ancient feel? I can't remember the name of it, but it seemed really cool and they already are playing, and I was interested in it as well.... P.S. Infinity has vikings... with machine guns. I think you are thinking of Wrath of Kings. If so, I dont really like the look of the models. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nathonicus Posted May 8, 2014 Report Share Posted May 8, 2014 I think you are thinking of Wrath of Kings. If so, I dont really like the look of the models. No dawg, it's something else... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fix Posted May 8, 2014 Report Share Posted May 8, 2014 Was it Godslayer? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nathonicus Posted May 8, 2014 Report Share Posted May 8, 2014 GODSLAYER!!! That's it. http://www.megalith-games.com/eng_index.php?id=&pid1=P1_1 I mean, check this shizzle out! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherbert Posted May 8, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 8, 2014 I vaguely remember you showing me some of the models awhile ago. Does anyone play it around here? Also I found some alternative models for Saga that look good and are cheap. http://www.wargamesfactory.com/webstore/hammer-of-the-gods Mix and match a couple of these boxes with some of Gripping Beasts stuff and you have a pretty cheap warband built up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wiccus Posted May 8, 2014 Report Share Posted May 8, 2014 Christian and I have starter forces for Godslayer. I have the Halodynes or Greeks and Christian has the Wildfolk. Pretty fun game. That is an option. I would also echo Infinity but I know you don't really like it. Saga does seem pretty fun too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nathonicus Posted May 9, 2014 Report Share Posted May 9, 2014 Christian and I have starter forces for Godslayer. I have the Halodynes or Greeks and Christian has the Wildfolk. Pretty fun game. That is an option. I would also echo Infinity but I know you don't really like it. Saga does seem pretty fun too I don't have models for it, but I have some that I was going to work up for a proxy Wildfolk warband.... you know, if I ever play games again... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sergentzimm Posted May 9, 2014 Report Share Posted May 9, 2014 Holy hell that godslayer spartan is rad. I would be down with giving that a try. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMGraham Posted May 9, 2014 Report Share Posted May 9, 2014 Maybe, MAYBE that Saga is rad. But when I want skirmish, I'm after one of two things: 1) Really interesting combos that stretch my tactical thinking. Malifaux did this a bit before, but no more. Warmachine does it, and I'm hoping Wrath of Kings does it as well, 2) Really flexible scenario-driven play, ala "tactical roleplaying". Infinity knocks it out of the park at this, and Brad's game is on it's way. The reviews I've read of Saga haven't convinced me of anything special in those two respects, though I'd be happy to be proven wrong. I do love the time period and cultures involved. Heck, I was even an early member of Geforthian Strandi, an attempt at Regia Anglorum to spread into the US, and keep a wicked sharp custom-made long seax on the upper shelf of my closet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherbert Posted May 9, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 9, 2014 I cant say to much about it since I haven't played yet. There is an abilities sheet that every faction has that gives them special actions that can be tapped both offensively and defensively. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wiccus Posted May 9, 2014 Report Share Posted May 9, 2014 the first video in a series on how to play Saga Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMGraham Posted May 9, 2014 Report Share Posted May 9, 2014 In the event of a tie, the winner is the person with the most impressive facial hair? Now I see why Sherbert is so gung ho about this, what with that luxurious silky-smooth chin rug. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stark1261 Posted May 9, 2014 Report Share Posted May 9, 2014 Maybe, MAYBE that Saga is rad. But when I want skirmish, I'm after one of two things: 1) Really interesting combos that stretch my tactical thinking. Malifaux did this a bit before, but no more. Warmachine does it, and I'm hoping Wrath of Kings does it as well, 2) Really flexible scenario-driven play, ala "tactical roleplaying". Infinity knocks it out of the park at this, and Brad's game is on it's way. I can't believe I dare beat this drum again, but the LoTR battle strategy did both of these well. On item one, the might mechanic implements a nice "economy of actions" for your heroes, do you declare a heroic move, to allow your hero and men around him to move first? Or do you save the might for that combat to kill that key goblin, blocking your war bands escape. Not super combos, but enough that makes list building, deployment and play very tactical. On item two LoTR knocks it out of the park. Often when we were playing back in the heyday, Tony and I could get a game in, then either switch deployment, armies, or objectives in the same game. Anyway Godslayer models look pretty dang cool! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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