Some figures in our collections are used more frequently than others. This time, I chose models from the less frequently used category: my Vikings and Normans. Out of curiosity, I checked and realized that the last time these figures were on the table was over two years ago! This fact motivated me to finally get them out of the cupboard and give them some fresh air. The second reason for showcasing them was that Michael had finished painting his three drakkars. They were ready for their debut on the table, initially as scenery but soon to be used as full-fledged models in the game. However, we'll have to wait a bit longer for that. Returning to the game, we combined our collections and played a game using the Hail Caesar rules.
UMPIRING: Bartek Żynda
1. Forces.
1 x Guard Knights with Spears2 x Heavy Knights with Spears1 x Bretonian Knights
4 x Heavy Knights with Spears
2 x Heavy Infantry with Spears1 x Light Archers
1 x Heavy Infantry with Spears1 x Medium Infantry with Spears1 x Small Crossbows
2 x Heavy Infantry with Speras2 x Light Archers
1 x Heavy Infantry with Spears1 x Medium Infantry with Spears1 x Small Crossbows1 x Light Archers
1 x Guard Knights with Spears3 x Heavy Knights with Spears
1 x Heavy Knights with Spears1 x Bretonian Knights
3 x Heavy Infantry with Spears1 x Medium Infantry with Spears
2 x Heavy Infantry with Spears1 x Medium Crossbows1 x Light Archers
1 x Hearthgurad1 x Berserkers1 x Bondi2 x Light Archers
2. The Game.
In our game, the main objective was to capture the tower where the monk with the holy book was located. The player who possesses the book at the end of the game wins. David and I defended the tower while Tim and Michael commanded the hostile Normans—Tim led the cavalry, and Michael led the infantry. On the opposing side, the Vikings landed from the sea to support them, led by Mike.
The enemy Normans began by changing their formation. Initially, both cavalry units were positioned opposite each other, but later, Tim altered his formation, relying on an early version of the Schlieffen Plan. He must have forgotten that the one from World War I had been somewhat of a failure. Nevertheless, he attempted to move his forces, but his orders were repeatedly ignored by his subordinates. Eventually, he managed to reach the hill occupied by David, but by that time, it was too late; the outcome of the battle had already been determined elsewhere.
The most intense battle occurred between my cavalry and Michael's infantry. After his initial, unexpectedly effective barrage, I launched my charge. My knights nearly annihilated Michael's infantry. Following this attack, Tim commanded a retreat. The battle concluded.
As you read this report, you might be curious about what happened to the Vikings. They chose to disregard Mike's orders once again. Aside from his archers, who executed a fairly successful flanking maneuver against my troops, the main forces decided to remain with their ships. They felt that their newly built ships were not worth the risk of being lost over a book.
The battle concluded with a victory for the defenders, primarily due to Tim and Mike's failed orders. Nonetheless, the game was quite enjoyable, particularly because we had the opportunity to take the figures out of their boxes. This was especially satisfying since some of the figures had never participated in the game before. Below is a picture of the losses suffered by both sides: our losses are on the left, while the enemy's losses are on the right.
3. Links.
MICHAEL:
https://meneken.blogspot.com/2025/03/989-ad-when-vikings-werent-paid.html
SESWC:
To be updated soon.
FLICKR:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/asienieboje/albums/72177720324341248
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