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 | Manatus
version 1.05
rated 3.8 (82 votes)
by Lupus ferox
| Manatus, gelegen op de Noot riuier, 1639
Manhattan, situated on the North river, 1639
This 1639 map is the earliest portrayal of Manhattan and its environs. The map may have been drawn by Johannes Vingboons, cartographer to the Prince of Nassau for the West India Company of Holland. This map, possibly done to encourage Dutch settlement, depicts plantations and small farms. The list of references includes a grist mill, two sawmills and "Quarters of the Blacks, the Company's Slaves." See http://www.loc.gov/exhibits/treasures/trm068.html
For Lux I rearranged things a bit, to make it a playable map. The names of the territories are also from the 1639 map, but the text was difficult to read, and could have been misinterpreted in some cases.
The Picture on the bottom is also from Johannes Vingboons, but from 1665, showing Nieuw Amsterdam from the south.
For more information about the early history of New York see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Amsterdam
LF
Version 1.05. Theme update. Delete the files in the themes\Manatus map. New theme files will be loaded automatically when the map is started... |
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 | Vermont - Independence
version 1.1
rated 3.8 (82 votes)
by Mark Bauer
| Since the end of the Indian War with France both New York and New Hampshire laid claim to the region west of the Connecticut River. New York, a very powerful province, was given rights to the area by King George III. However, New Hampshire did not listen and issued a series of land grants to native residents in order to encourage further settlement. These residents formed what became known as the "Green Mountain Boys," a paramilitary militia who were fierce in the defense of their homeland and used whatever means necessary to drive off their enemy. New York issued warrants for the arrest of their leader, Ethan Allen, declaring him an outlaw and an enemy of the state. Without the support of New Hampshire, Ethan Allen and his followers began to want a country of their own, free from all. By 1775 the Green Mountain boys had successfully secured most of the region and were situated on the outskirts of Albany when fate came knocking, the American Revolution had begun! Now, the Green Mountain boys are forced to join forces with their New York rivals in order to fight their common enemy, the British. With a large force along Lake Champlain, the redcoats are gearing up for a massive invasion of the belligerent colonies. The only thing in their way is the valiant and determined Green Mountain Boys, who are ready to fight and die for their country. For freedom and unity!
Scenario set-up (Random start off):
Player 1: Green Mountain Boys
Player 2: New York
Player 3: New Hampshire
Player 4: British
*Fun fact- Vermont is one of only 4 US states to have formerly been an independent nation. |
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 | Okinawa 1945
version 1.0
rated 3.8 (81 votes)
by Kartofile
| The Battle of Okinawa (March-June 1945) was the last major battle of WWII and the largest sea-land-air battle in history. It took Allied forces three months to secure the 60-mile long island, during which 1/4 million people died in a hellish landscape of greasy mud and rotting corpses. Many historians believe it was this horrific battle that convinced US leaders to force Japan's surrender with a nuclear strike rather than invade its main islands.
The map includes a two-player starting scenario which simulates the situation shortly after the battle began: US forces have landed and established control over central Okinawa, isolating the Japanese at the northern and southern ends of the island. You take it from there.
In real life, US troops swept through the sparsely populated northern areas within a few weeks, but it took months of nightmarish fighting to capture the southern part of the island. Tragically, Japanese propaganda had convinced many islanders that the invading Americans would commit genocide and other atrocities; this deception led to many extreme acts of civilian resistance including mass suicides. Postwar US occupation of Okinawa lasted nearly three decades (until 1972) and even today this small island remains home to a large American military presence.
The map is best played at its full size (985 x 567) with army graphics turned off. Continents may be more easily defended than they appear, as each one has just four border territories.
If you can tell me how to make this map better, please post a note in the Map LAB forum. Thanks! |
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 | Texas
version 1.0
rated 3.8 (80 votes)
by Evan Williams
| This is a map of the present-day state of Texas, with 95 "counties" (simplified and redrawn from the 254 rather grid-like counties of real Texas; gameplay is more important than accuracy) and 25 metropolitan areas. Full control of a metropolitan area is worth bonus points equal to the number of "counties" in it: this ranges from 1 to 6. Note that the eastern part of the map is more valuable than the west, being more urban.
Even with the reduced number of counties, the map is somewhat cluttered; you may wish to turn off "Show army graphics" in your preferences. Besides, any war fought over modern Texas would more likely be metaphorical--a war of culture, ideas, or market share--than physical. |
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 | Europe Large 4--The Great War
version 1.1
rated 3.8 (79 votes)
by Max Keve
| Based on Europe Large, this map is based on the military situation one month after the assassination of Archduke Francis Ferdinand, heir to the thrown of Austria-Hungary. Ferdinand was killed by Serbian nationalist Gavrilo Princip on June 7, 1914, and now the Austro-Hungarian Empire has issued an ultimatum to Serbia, surrender or prepare for war.
However, Russia had other plans. The Russians had signed a defensive alliance with the Serbians which they were ready to honor. They began to mobilize their large reserve army, as well as prepare the standing armies on the border for battle.
Austria-Hungary, now faced with the threat of Russia's enormous army, nicknamed "the steamroller", called on their own ally, Germany, to help them. The German's declared war against Russia and began to prepare. But the escalation wasn't finished yet.
The French would not miss a chance to seek revenge on their German rivals, and entered the war. Germany, now faced with a two front war needed a plan. They tried to quickly crush France with an early strike, then move troops to the Russian front to halt "the steamroller". The Germans attacked France, but had to crush neutral Belgium to do so.
This violation of Belgium's neutrality brought the British, who had been spoiling to knock Germany down a knotch for a decade, into the war. Now this was a World War, and the stage was set for a dramatic fight. Can the German's overwhelm the French before British forces arrive to assist them? Will the massive Russian army rally, or can the Austro-Hungarians, and Germans hold their own in the East. What will the unalligned countries, the Italians, Spanish, Scandanavians, Balkan Countries and the Ottoman Empire do?
The thin white lines over water denote a two-way connection between territories, while the thicker white arrow denotes a one-way connection. The British Royal Navy dominates the North Sea, so the allies are allowed to invade Norway, but they cannot be invaded by that route.
Team 1: Central Powers (Germany and Austria-Hungary)
Team 2: Russia (and Serbia)
Team 3: Allies (Britain, France, Portugal, and Greece)
Team 4: Unalligned Countries (Spain, Norway, Sweden, Italy, and the Balkan States.
Team 5: Ottoman Empire
Team 6 (Empty): Neutral nations (Holland, and Switzerland)
Thanks to Daniel Myers, author of the "Europe Large" maps that this is built off of. The 3 maps are really fun, and I recommend them to everyone. |
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 | Rapa Nui
version 1.0
rated 3.8 (79 votes)
by illusionlost
| During centuries native aborigines of Easter Island (Rapa Nui) have been target of colonists from Europe, US and in the end from Chile.
The island is famous for its giant monolithic human figures (Moai)carved from rocks mostly between 1250 and 1500 CE.
4 Continents
70 Countries
6 "Moai" country bonus: 4 big x 2 pts, 2 small x 1 pt. |
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 | Deep Space War III
version 1.3
rated 3.8 (75 votes)
by Wizz
| Sequel from Deep Space War II : Birth of the Cities... Time passed by and the United Bases, remains of the Kurkan evil government, silently connected themselves, separately, to the cores of the major cities that were built before the 2nd Deep Space War. So now, the citizens are totally unaware that the evil power is growing again near their cases... As an agent of Kurkan discovers the Secret Home of Wilgar, where the rebels secret weapons of war have been hidden for so long, the evil government shall magnifiate its rebirth. Will the rebels fight back and break Kurkans course to total power ?... This is Deep Space War III : The Spell of Kurkan !
Update 1.2 : fixed 3 missing connections.
Update 1.3 : fixed an extra connection. |
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 | Wyoming - Cattle Wars
version 1.3
rated 3.8 (73 votes)
by Mark Bauer
| It is the late 1800s, the American frontier is quickly closing and with it, usable land for cattle driving. The large ranchers of Cheyenne are pushing out the small homesteaders that once called the open range their home. After a disastrous winter and severe drought, thousands of cattle were lost. The large ranching outfits began to aggressively appropriate land and control the flow of water. As tensions between the large and small cattle handlers increased, so did rustling (cattle stealing). Enraged, the large ranching companies began to lynch and burn anyone suspected of rustling. But this did not have the desired effect, the small ranchers banded together, ready to fight. In response, the large ranchers hired desperados and gunslingers from Texas to invade Johnson County, the homesteaders' stronghold. The homesteaders quickly fought back and cornered the invasion force at the TA ranch. Now, the situation for both sides is desperate, and the stakes are high. Governor Barber has requested assistance from the US military and the famed Buffalo soldiers. The frontier is burning! It's time to immortalize your name for this, is the Wild West!
*Rules: Any area touching a fort can attack that fort.
Scenario set-up: (random starting order off)
Player 1: Wyoming Stock Growers Association (WSGA)
Player 2: Johnson County
Player 3: Washakie Indians
Player 4: U.S. Military
Part of the then and now series. Check out Wyoming Now in "Wyoming The Cowboy State."
*Fun Fact: The note featured in this map is the actual telegram sent by Governor Barber to President Benjamin Harrison. |
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 | Falklands War
version 0.3
rated 3.8 (69 votes)
by Curran919
| On April 2, 1982 Argentinian Forces claimed sovereignty and invaded the virtually undefended British Colonies: The Falkland Islands and South Georgia, both in the South Atlantic.
With little infrastructure on the Island, the 74-day war was fought mainly at sea. The limited amount of airstrips on the islands could not support fast aircraft but proved to be a hot commodity regardless.
This 2-player map pits the Argentinian Juntas against the British Armed Forces. Dotted lines are partitions, not lines of attack. Airstrips can attack eachother and all surrounding countries. Countries and Ships can only attack eachother where arrows are present. |
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 | Galactic Hex
version 1.2
rated 3.8 (65 votes)
by Nimrod7
| A hex map with a space theme. There are 13 continents and 268 countries. Since it is a large size, I recommend a longer timer.
*Four player starting scenario added
**Space ship army pictures added |
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 | South Carolina - Revolution
version 1.1
rated 3.8 (60 votes)
by Mark Bauer
| It is August 1780; the American situation in South Carolina is bleak. The continental Army under general Gates has suffered a devastating defeat at Camden leaving the American army in shatters. Now, the only Patriot forces left are scattered bands of militia. General Clinton seizes this opportunity to finally secure all of South Carolina by dispatching the merciless Colonel Tarleton to hunt down and slaughter the remaining American militia. Can the Americans hold off the British until General Greene arrives? Or will the British destroy all resistance? The fate of the American Republic is at hand!
Scenario set-up (Random start off)
Player 1: British
Player 2: Tories
Player 3: Patriots |
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 | The Black Sea - 14th century
version 1.03
rated 3.8 (59 votes)
by Claudiu & LF
| The surroundings of the Black Sea in the 14th century. The fall of the Byzanthine empire is eminent and the Osmans are about to start their own. Or can you change history? |
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 | Dark Battle 2
version 1.3
rated 3.8 (50 votes)
by liquidfire
| Dark Battle 2 is a classic hex map and the continuation of Dark Battle.
This one is a little smaller and has more chokepoints. |
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 | Reverie of Stature
version 1.0
rated 3.8 (49 votes)
by Straken99
| 4 player battle.
As the captain of the space fleat loses hope, wearied from battle and deadlock, he drifts off into a reverie of his past as an officer. Back when he achieved his position as the captain of his ship, he proved himself on this very battlefield outwitting his enemies in a grand victory of total domination.
There is one hexigonal circle that connects the islands. They connect in series at the top and bottom indicated by the red hexagons. |
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 | space wheel hex
version 1.2
rated 3.8 (49 votes)
by Oswald Farthing
| the lower class miners inhabiting the resource complex have revolted against the aristocratic governing body on the great space wheel. the government soon fell leaving anarchy on the wheel as the resource complex split into factions. add to that the appearance of a UFO and have fun trying to bring order to space. |
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 | Oppressor
version 1.1
rated 3.8 (44 votes)
by Straken99
| 5 player battle. Work togther to overthrow the oppressor or attack each other and fall.
The poor beaten down people will be oppressed no more. Rebellion is in the air as the people rise up to meet the evil ruler of the lands.Once the day is won, who will be the first to taste ambition and take down their initial allies...
Which newly appointed ruler of sector 4 of 4 with fight the other sector winners to claim absolute dominance of the galaxy? |
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 | ATHENS
version 1.01
rated 3.8 (32 votes)
by Behemoth
| It is 431BC when Sparta and its allies revolt against the Athenian Empire. It marks the beginning of The Peloponnesian War, a conflict that will rage for 27 years and include expeditions as far as Sicily and Persia. |
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 | South Africa
version 1.1
rated 3.8 (26 votes)
by General K
| 2010 is South Africa year, explore it and while you're at it enjoy invading it! |
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 | U.S.A. War Zone HD
version 1.4
rated 3.8 (14 votes)
by Mark Bauer
| The United States of America (USA) optimized for the iPad! |
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 | Spacestation Lux
version 1.2
rated 3.7 (240 votes)
by Evan Williams
| Lux ... In ... Space !!!
Battle for control of Spacestation Lux. It's tight quarters with 48 countries in 11 continents. Don't forget to bring extra oxygen...
Spacestation Lux has been included with Lux since October 2003. |
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 | Armengia
version 1.2
rated 3.7 (204 votes)
by SunTzu
| ARMENGIA: 60 Territories, 10 Continents
DETAILS
Gameplay is similar to Classic Risk. The 10 continents range from having 4-8 territories and are worth from 2-6 bonus points. The bonus points are dependent upon the number of countries and the number of borders they have with other continents.
SUGGESTIONS
This map looks best with thin borders. Simply go to the preferences menu and drag the slider all the way to the left. If you still want to see the continent outlines, drag the slider to the second line from the left. |
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 | Great Britain & Eire
version 1.3
rated 3.7 (197 votes)
by Preacherman
| Great Britain & Eire map, now comes as standard with Lux.
Version 1.3 fixes a country connection issue (that went unnoticed for years!) |
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 | Stargate
version 1.0
rated 3.7 (152 votes)
by Dave Beer
| The six races Earth, Goa'uld, Tollan, Ancient, Tok'ra and the Asgard battle it out using the gate network to assault enemy planets |
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 | Renaissance Italy
version 2.02
rated 3.7 (145 votes)
by LF
| Italy in the 1300s consisted of almost 200 states, which were ruled by a city.
This is where Renaissance commenced, the starting point of a new European culture.
Take your armies and spread Renaissance...
Only cities have bonuses; Florence, Milan and Venice most because of their prominent role.
Genua, Pisa and Venice are harbors; able to invade all states that have a connection with the see.
Improved graphics, improved connections, included legend |
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 | Macedonian Empire
version 1.3
rated 3.7 (135 votes)
by hunterrose2000
| The Macedonian Empire at its height at 323 BC, at the death of Alexander the Great. The Empire is divided into three continents according to one of the major land-grabs by three of Alexander's generals (the Diadochi). NOTE: "Antigonus Monopthalmos" (Greece) is duplicated in the upper right inset. The upper continents are all scattered individual tribes, but there are two major forces in the South: Arabia and India. Any suggestions for refinement are welcome.
mapLAB update: added a starting scenario, changed army graphics, moved PI window. |
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 | Medieval Europe
version 1.3
rated 3.7 (134 votes)
by SunTzu
| MEDIEVAL EUROPE: 23 Continents, 84 Countries
From the fall of the Western Roman Empire until the Protestant Reformation in 1517, various Kingdoms and Empires fought for control of Europe.
DETAILS
The 23 continents range from having 2-8 territories and are worth from 2-7 bonus points. The bonus points are dependent upon the number of territories and the number of borders they have with other continents.
STARTING SCENARIO
France
Holy Roman Empire
England
Denmark
Hungary
Saracen Empire
SUGGESTIONS
This map looks best with thin borders. Simply go to the preferences menu and drag the slider all the way to the left. Yellow borders have been added to the map to help differentiate between continents. |
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 | Kings & Castles - Scotland
version 1.7
rated 3.7 (127 votes)
by Bob McCartney (BarStar)
| Inspired by MB's Castle Map Challenge!!!
The WAR has begun! Kings ordered the crops on their borders burned in order to keep the enemy at bay.
GAME PLAY:
6 Castles - To capture a castle you need to capture the castle, castle drawbridge and castle secret hidden underground escape. The esape is marked with a smaller castle tower. The escapes are ONE WAY connections.
Each castle can be attacked from the closest catapult. The catapult is a ONE WAY connection for attacking the castle only. Castles cannont attack the catapults.
2 Corn Fields - To capture a corn field you need to take the whole corn field. Corn fields are worth major bonus.
2 Bridges - The two bridges within the corn fields award a NEGITIVE bonus.
10 Burning Crop Fields - These crops are worthless due to fire and sabotage. All the burned crops award a NEGITIVE bonus. The more you conquer the more armies you will burn. Is it worth it to grab that extra card?
And YEA! |
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 | Russo-Japanese War
version 1.1
rated 3.7 (124 votes)
by SunTzu
| RUSSO-JAPANESE WAR: 6 Continents, 26 territories, 17 cities
The Russo-Japanese War (1904-1905) was fought between the Russian and Japanese Empires for control of Korea and Manchuria. After a breakdown in diplomatic negotiations, the Japanese sent Russia an ultimatum: give Manchuria to Japan or prepare for war. A mere three hours before the Russian government received the ultimatum, Japan attacked Port Arthur.
DETAILS
The map itself is very similiar to classic, but the cities and railroads add a very dynamic twist. This map is conducive to both slow, strategic build-ups as well as open, fass-paced games.
Remember, the railroads connect the cities!
SCENARIO
Russia is the powerhouse on this map. They control Russia and most part of Manchuria, including the two key railways: the Trans-Siberian railroad (which includes the southern Manchurian route) and the Manchurian railroad. They also hold Port Arthur, their key warm water port.
Although Japan won the real war, in terms of geography, manpower, and resources they were the underdogs. The acquisition of Korea and Port Arthur are of the utmost priority.
China is almost a non-issue on this map, but if they get involved it can swing the war either way. For a real challenge, try to win this map for the glory of the Chinese Empire!
Special thanks to Hephaistion for suggesting this map, and to MBauer for key gameplay ideas. |
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 | Hunters Keep
version 1.07
rated 3.7 (123 votes)
by Shane Hunter
| Welcome to my first castle map. There are several continents within the keep as well as some key countries to control. See which battle plan works best. Storm the main doors or try to gain entry via one of the three underground access points. Sorry, no fancy catapults like Mark's maps. I do wish to extend thanks to Mark for providing the castle walls and towers. Without his assistance this map would not have ever gotten finished. |
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 | WWII Battles-Barbarossa
version 1.2
rated 3.7 (122 votes)
by Mark Bauer
| Story:
It is June 21, 1941, the eve of the largest land invasion in recorded history, Operation Barbarossa. Germany has amassed a gigantic army on the Russian border with one goal in mind: the total destruction of the Soviet Union. In Moscow Josef Stalin is tragically unprepared for the bloody carnage that is about to grip his country for the next three years. His paranoid purge of the Red Army has left his military disorganized and inept. Finland, attempting to regain their losses suffered during the Winter War, joins the fight against their archenemy, the Russians. Will the Soviet Union collapse before the disciplined and ruthless German army? Will Hitler succeed where Napoleon failed? Or will the Russian resolve prove to be more than the Germans can handle? Tomorrow is war!
Player Set-Up:
Player 1: Finland
Player 2: German Army Group North
Player 3: German Army Group Center
Player 4: German Army Group South
Player 5: Soviet Union
Bot suggestions for Scenario (random play turned off):
When playing the Soviet Union, try setting all 3 German players to be a teaming bot such as Reaper, Nefarious, or Bot of Doom. For an extra challenge, set the Finland Player to team with them. |
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 | The Viking World
version 2.1
rated 3.7 (118 votes)
by ~ The Cyber Uilleann Piper ~
| Tis' the time of Fenrir the wolf who has swallowed the Sun and cast man into the dark ages. The Vikings roam the cold Seas of the North. Who will claim the greatest riches and land for their Clan. Grab your broadsword and shield. To the Seas we set sail for fame, riches and glory in Valhalla. |
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 | Alexander's Conquests
version 2.0
rated 3.7 (117 votes)
by Enokrad
| A young man from Macedonia, having taken control of the union of Hellenic city states 5 years earlier, marched in the year 330BC to spread the boarders of the Hellenic Empire and defeat, their century old rival, the Persian Empire. Before his death at the age of 33, on June 10 of the year 323 BC, he had marched victoriously through most of the known world at the time. Asides crushing the Persian Empire, his conquests included Anatolia, Syria, Phoenicia, Judea, Gaza, Egypt, Bactria and Mesopotamia, and had extended the boundaries of his own empire as far as Punjab, India. This young man, Alexander III of Macedon, was the first king ever to be called the Great.
Do you have what it takes to rival Alexander’s conquests?
Take control of one of the four greatest civilizations of the time:
the Hellenic ,the Persian, the Phoenician or the Egyptian.
Choose a side and build an army that would rival that of Alexander the Great.
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Version 2 update visit here
http://sillysoft.net/forums/viewtopic.php?p=229608#229608 |
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 | Battle of the Little Bighorn
version 1.1
rated 3.7 (114 votes)
by Bob McCartney (BarStar)
| The Battle of the Little Bighorn - which is also called Custer's Last Stand - was an armed engagement between the Lakota-Northern Cheyenne and the 7th Cavalry of the United States Army. It occurred June 26, 1876, near the Little Bighorn River in what is now Montana. The battle was the most famous battle in the Indian Wars and was a remarkable victory for the Indian Nations.
Forces from the Army led by Lt. Col. George Armstrong Custer, were sent to attack the thousands of Native Indians that had slipped away from their reservations to join forces with Sitting Bull and Crazy Horse. The United States Army planned a three-pronged plan to corral them and force them back to the reservations.
Custer's main forces began their assault from an overlook 14 miles east of the Little Bighorn River. Major Marcus Reno was instructed to lead his battalion from the South and attack and pursue the Indians from the village and to bring them into the main battle.
To the surprise of Reno, the Lakota-Northern Cheyenne were present in force and not running away. Reno ordered a retreat to nearby woods, and then made a disorderly withdrawal to the river and up to the top of the bluffs and joined forces with a battalion commanded by Captain Frederick Benteen.
Having driven Reno's force into complete chaos, the Indian warriors were free to turn their attention on Custer. Benteen did not continue on towards Custer for at least an hour, despite hearing heavy gunfire from the north where General Custer on horseback and his U. S. Army troops made their last charge at the Battle of the Little Bighorn. Custer's 210 men engaged the Lakota-Northern Cheyenne (or had been engaged by them) to the north and were killed to the very last man.
****** GAME PLAY NOTE ******
The horizontal blue line indicates the Little Bighorn River and can only be crossed at 3 points indicated by the red arrows.
****** GAME PLAY NOTE ******
Submitted Monday February 20, 2006
Special thanks to Paranoiarodeo in the making of this, and all future BarStar Maps. You Beautiful Bastard! |
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 | First Macedonian Wars
version 2.3
rated 3.7 (111 votes)
by Lebowski
| First Macedonian War (211-205 BC)
Concocted by both the greed of of the war-profiteering Roman Magistrates and the mounting desire to retaliate for Philip of Macedonia's alliance with Hannibal, the Macedonian Wars were the first of a series of unpopular campaigns started with the intention of staving off Hannibal and his forces from the boarders of Rome.
The Romans were clearly not interested in aquiring any permanant property, but were in desperate need of allies to do their biddings. In 211 BC the Romans formed an alliance with the Aetolians, old enemies of Philip's. In 209 BC Rome was joined by Attalus of Pergamum in their effort to destroy Philip, great-grandfather of Alexander the Great.
In 207 Philip invaded Aetolia, but the Romans did little to help. Were the gods looking favorably upon Philip finally? Would Rome prove too powerful for Philip while holding all the strings over their league of puppet forces? Perhaps you should decide the matter...
* This map now has a scenario in v. 2.3 |
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 | WWII Tanks - Hurtgen Forest
version 3.2
rated 3.7 (109 votes)
by Bob McCartney (BarStar)
| The Fourth map in the WWII Tanks series! |
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 | The Dark Ages - Southeast
version 1.1
rated 3.7 (108 votes)
by SunTzu
| THE DARK AGES - SOUTHEAST
7 Continents, 7 Cities, 19 Countries
The fourth map in a seven-part series exploring Europe in the Dark Ages. |
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 | European Nations
version 2.5
rated 3.7 (103 votes)
by AG
| When territories touch slightly in an "X" type border (like on a chess board), there is no connection between them (no diagonal movement).
This map has accurate historical and cultural borders in Europe from late Medieval times to WW2. Some major cities are worth more points.
If some territories appear too small, just resize the map to fit your screen. In menu, select Board, Resize Map... [Actual size 800x665].
V. 2.2: Added a one-way connection from Pomerania to East Prussia to make it easier to maintain German integrity.
V. 2.3: New background theme. New continent. Other minor adjustments.
V. 2.5: Added challenging scenario: "The Ottoman Juggernaut." German-Polish border adjusted. |
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 | One Kingdom
version 1.1
rated 3.7 (92 votes)
by Buson
| The Central Kingdom is slightly larger in territory and in army bonus, to make it easier to hold. I have also updated my email address. If someone with graphics skills would like to contribute a Chinese-style theme, or if you have ideas on how to make this map better, please email me.
Unify the Central Kingdom, the Six border Countries, and the Buffer Outposts.
mapLAB update: Added a starting scenario |
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 | The Dark Ages - West
version 1.1
rated 3.7 (87 votes)
by SunTzu
| THE DARK AGES - WEST
3 Continents, 12 Cities, 16 Countries
The second map in a seven-part series exploring Europe in the Dark Ages. |
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 | Boosee Islands - Mars - 2366 A.D.
version 3.3
rated 3.7 (85 votes)
by Ryanoceros
| Boosee Islands - Mars - 2366 A.D., Version 3.1
Rescue the Boosee Islands from the invaders seeking to conquer the islands from the free people living there.
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Version History:
1.0 - Never released.
2.0 - Released February 16, 2009. Improved map layout.
Minor graphic changes.
3.0 - Graphic Changes: Added Mars background, Added picture of terraformed Mars, Minor adjustments to map graphics such as new islands or altered coast lines.
New map layout: added and repositioned territories.
3.1 Change: Junctions connect to eachother.
Fixed Starting Scenario Error: one player didn't get ownership of a junction, while another player had two junctions at start.
3.2 Fixed another Starting Scenario Error: All players now have equal armies.
3.3 Image-scaling changes. Junctions no longer connect to eachother across board.
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Starting Scenario:
Each player starts by dominating two continents; one continent worth 12 armies and one continent worth 14 armies.
The player needs to capture 3 territories to fully own both continents; one territory in the 12 army continent, and 2 teritories in the 14 army continent.
All continents have 5 Entrance/Exit points.
Each player also starts by owning 1 of 6 "Junctions"; each juntion is worth 1 Army.
In addition, each player starts with equal ownership of the 2 bonus continents; Each bonus continent is worth 18 Armies, and each player starts with 3 territories for each bonus continent.
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 | Florida - Seminole Wars
version 1.1
rated 3.7 (83 votes)
by Mark Bauer
| The year is 1817, for decades the amalgamation of various Indian tribes and runaway slaves in Florida has been a tinderbox waiting to explode. Destructive and bloody raids by the dubbed “Seminole” Indians have taken their toll on American patience. Instigated by the British and supplied by the Spanish, the Seminoles are getting more daring and more vicious in their attacks. On November 30, a small band of Indians massacre 50 men, women and children aboard an American supply ship on the Apalachicola River. President Monroe sees this as an opportunity to finally cede Florida and eject the Spanish. He has ordered famed Indian fighter and hero of the Creek War, General Andrew Jackson, to invade and destroy the hostile Indians. The ruthless and brilliant Jackson has readied his ragtag group of Tennessee Volunteers and is poised to exact American revenge. The most prolonged conflict in American history is about to erupt! Will Jackson succeed and finally conquer the unconquerable Seminoles? Will the resilient and resourceful Seminoles endure? Or will the Spanish exploit them both and secure a strong foothold in Florida? You decide! The Seminole Wars have begun!
Scenario set-up with random starting order off
Player 1 - United States
Player 2 - Spanish
Player 3 - Seminole Indians
Part of the "Then and Now" series. Check out Florida now in "Florida - Tourist Revolt" |
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 | Maine - 1812
version 1.1
rated 3.7 (78 votes)
by Mark Bauer
| Rules:
-Land and water territories only connect at cities and forts.
Story:
The year is 1812, it's been over 20 years since the American Revolution, but still Britain persists in treating the new republic as subjects of the Crown. The United States has finally had enough and declares war on the Maritime powerhouse. Seeing this as their chance to finally re-take the new continent, Britain acts quickly in bringing a stranglehold on America by setting up a blockade along the entire New England coast. Hardest hit is the small Massachusetts colony of Maine, whom deeply depends on access to the sea. Now British forces are invading this small colony, determined to form the province of "New Ireland." Meanwhile, the powerful American warship USS Constitution is headed North in a desperate attempt to bring relief to the beleaguered colony. It's time to show the British that the Revolution was indeed permanent!
Scenario set-up (random start off)
Player 1 - British
Player 2 - Americans |
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 | Europe Large 2--The Thirty Years War
version 1.1
rated 3.7 (75 votes)
by Daniel Myers
| Edited--The download should work now; I did not realize that ":" in the title caused a problem.
Based on the Europe Large map, this map alters the continents for much better balance, and to reflect the situation during the Thirty Years War. I made sure that the continents were worth an appropriate amount for their relative influence during that war, and separated Germany in two to reflect the religious split. I essentially lowered the continent values across the board, according to a new formula. This map has many, many places to start with a chance at winning, rather than the four or so in Europe Large original. I have extensively tested this map with the AI, and according to my records, Cluster, EvilPixie, Quo, and Yakool have performed the best in AI-only matches. I suspect, however, that EvilPixie will provide the best single-player challenge.
Version 1.1: New scenario added. The powers are the Ottoman Empire, the Hapsburgs of Spain and Austria, the French, the Empire of all Russias, the Swedish/Danish/North German Protestant Alliance, and the Anglo-Dutch alliance. The Ottomans are the strongest, and it may take diplomacy to shoot them down. Their army is not the strongest, but their economy is mighty (they get a lot of reinforcements.) They win nearly half the games. Spain/Austria is also powerful, and probably has the most troops. However, their position is weak, in that they have two power bases. They need to try to connect them; hence their eyes turn on France. France is surrounded by enemies, but is strong militarily. It will be hard to win from their position...but they did in real life, under the leadership of Cardinal Richeleau. They must make alliances to survive, as their borders are long and hard to defend. The Russians were not yet as powerful as they would be later, and were a backward nation. But they were big, and their army is fairly large. Also, they are protected to the North and East. They have a solid strategic position, but they must watch for their mighty southern neighbors. The Anglo/Dutch alliance is not very strong in armies, but also does not have very many borders to defend. An alliance of the English and the Swedish could yield excellent results. The Swedish, Danish, and North German alliance is vulnerable, but militarily strong. Their borders are long. They have a difficult position, and cannot afford to fight all of their neighbors at once.
As you can see, this map is made for diplomacy. Enjoy! |
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 | Shangor Gate
version 1.2
rated 3.7 (71 votes)
by Jeff McKinney
| Shangor Gate is an epic battle of good and evil. The continent of Shangor Gate is ruled by a theocracy called the Shangor Knights. The Knights, a religous sect steeped in historical roots 2500 years old, has rule over Shangor Gate and East Nobolio and is seeking to expand it's kindom of god. The Shangor Knights have begun to move into West Nobolio and are threatening the country of Trakkar.
The Rastagor Hoard are the ogre's that live in Rastagor Plains. and Quigley. The ogre's are barbarians that live to conquer and kill, ever searching for more land to plunder. They have begun to move orge armies into Ulstetter to drive into Trakkar and ultimately into Shangor Gate. The Rastagor Hoard hate all things Shangor.
Trakkar is a continent caught in between the raiding Rastagor Hoard and the religous zealots of Shangor. The government of Trakkar wants to keep it's thriving democracy alive and is willing to fight and die to defend it. Trakkar has expanded it's territory into West Nobolio and Ulsetter in attempts to head off attacks from Shangor and the Rastagor Hoard.
Can you save Trakkar from being overrun by the religous zealots and the advancing barbarians? |
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 | Otago Harbour
version 1.3
rated 3.7 (69 votes)
by Brad Peckham
| Hold onto Otago Harbour for the most armies and a chance to attack past Port Chalmers and down into the heart of the city of Dunedin. Dunedin itself also grants many armies, but it is large and sprawling, making it tough to control. Mt. Gregory to the north can provide a good alternate base.
The scenerio simulates a sea force landing against well entrenched land forces in a fight for supremacy. |
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 | Dark Battle
version 1.4
rated 3.7 (66 votes)
by Liquidfire
| Inspired by Space Empire in that it is a big hex map with clear connections and minus continents on chokepoints.
I made this map with many good starting continents, and it is a good map for the fast advancer. |
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 | Europe Huge
version 1.1
rated 3.7 (66 votes)
by Thomas
| 238 countries, 23 continents.
Good luck!
Tip: challenge decent AI such as Cluster and Yakoo!
mapLAB update: Added a starting scenario. |
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 | MARATHON
version 1.1
rated 3.7 (65 votes)
by Behemoth
| It is 490 BC and King Darius 1st of Persia has finally crushed the rebellion against his empire. Now his gaze falls on Greece. For six long years this rabble has aided the usurpers and even now remains defiant. A show of power is in order he thinks, both to rid his court of lingering dissent and to ensure no Greek dares question Persia again. Darius dispatches his armies - their mission: to turn Greek cites to dust, to slay all who raise sword or shield against his will and to enslave the rest. This will be Darius's subjugation of Greece.
It is September and Darius's fleet land on a beach near the city of Marathon. If the army’s size wasn't cause for alarm the trail of destruction in its wake surely was, having already turned the Aegean Sea red and raised Eritrea. Athens, aided by a small force of Plataeans march to meet the invaders on the Plain of Marathon, blocking passages to Boatia and Athens. But the Persians are in no rush and the Athenian roadblock remains unchallenged. For days these 10,000 Greeks endure a stalemate, facing an enemy well over twice their number, an imbalance they hope the arrival of Spartans will help address. But that day never comes.
Grossly outnumbered, devoid of cavalry and possessing but a fraction of the enemy’s missile troops, inexplicably the Greeks decide to attack. The invaders are surprised to say the least, not only that a Greek offensive was ordered, but that as Persian bows fill the air the Athenians break into a sprint, a move no Greek army had used until that day. Surprise turns to horror as Athenian phalanxes tear into the Persian front line, and with the clamor of that maddened impact so begins the Battle of Marathon.
-Best played with border width set to minimum -
Special thanks to SpaceAttak1. |
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 | War of the Five Kings
version 1.1
rated 3.7 (65 votes)
by Baudolino
| The War of the Five Kings has begun!
Lead one of the five great houses to victory and a permanent seat upon the coveted Iron Throne.
- House Stark of Winterfell
- House Tully of Riverrun
- Houses Baratheon and Lannister of Storm's End and Casterly Rock
- House Tyrel of Highgarden
- House Martell of Dorne
In addition to these houses you may have to contend with House Arryn of the Eyrie, the barbarians beyond the Wall, and the fearsome House Greyjoy of Pyke which holds an important sea route.
Most castles are surrounded by a "siege zone" with a negative point value. This is meant to simulate the cost of besieging a heavily defended castle.
Keep in mind that not only do you lose points by taking a siege zone, but your opponent technically gains points. So be sure to end a siege as quick as possible.
You may be tempted to allow a siege to remain unbroken; this can be an effective way of increasing your men per turn. But be warned, the enemy can use that siege zone to attack virtually every surrounding territory. You must judge if it is worth the risk.
This map is balanced for starting scenario play, I recommend using a 2,2,3,3,3,4,4,4 card progression and a 5% increase per turn. Higher percent increases can be used, I find the map works best when most of your points come from territories as opposed to cards. |
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 | Utah Wars
version 1.1
rated 3.7 (63 votes)
by Mark Bauer
| The Mormons, having finally escaped persecution, settled in the dry and arid regions of the American Southwest. As their numbers grew, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Days Saints pushed for the formation of their very own State, Deseret. This brought them back into conflict with the US government, who adamantly opposed the Mormon practice of plural marriage and deemed it "un-American and rebellious." The American public was whipped into a frenzy as erroneous reports spread of an open Mormon rebellion. In a hasty move President Buchanan dispatched a large regiment of federal troops to quell the perceived uprising. Now the troops are quickly approaching and the residents of Utah are panicked. Their leader, Brigham Young, has urged his followers to "whip them out" by any means necessary. Meanwhile, the Ute chief Black Hawk has taken this opportunity to feed his starving people. An alliance of Utes, Navajo, and Paiute Indians are steeling cattle and sacking Mormon outposts all over the region. The deadliest and most destructive conflict in the American West has erupted!
Scenario set up (Random Start off)
Player 1 - US Military
Player 2 - Latter Day Saints
Player 3 - Chief Atonga Black Hawk
*Fun fact - The note features actual quotes from Brigham Young in regards to the Utah War of 1857. |
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