Gaugamela: Hold the Empire

Persia vs Macedonia

Persia — Gaugamela: Hold the Empire
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

Blunt the cavalry, weaken the enemy, and cut down their commander.

Scenario Rules

  • Macedonia gets a Cavalry bonus; Persia starts with +1 card.

Objectives

  • ★1 Survive until turn 12
  • ★2 Reduce enemy ATK 3 times
  • ★3 Destroy 1 Commander

Battle Report

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