Gaugamela: Hold the Empire

Persia vs Macedonia

331 BC · Gaugamela, Assyria

Historical Briefing

At Gaugamela in 331 BC, Darius III gathered superior numbers and scythed chariots on open ground to stop Alexander. When Alexander charged a gap toward the king, the empire's last great field army dissolved.

Tactical Lesson

Bring the King of Kings to the field and hold the empire on ground of your choosing until the Macedonian charge breaks.

Scenario Rules

  • Persia starts with +1 card.

Objectives

  • ★1 Win the duel
  • ★2 Deploy your commander
  • ★3 Win with terrain active

Battle Report

The empire fell at Gaugamela — but for a day, the King of Kings made his stand.