Author Archives: Jim Bambra

How to Play Combat HQ

Posted on March 31, 2021 by Jim Bambra

This is a run-through of how to play Combat HQ using Mission 1 from the rulebook. Written as an After-Action Report between the US and Germany, it includes commentary on the rules and why certain decisions were made.     … Continue reading →

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Reaction Dice in Combat HQ

Posted on March 2, 2021 by Jim Bambra

There are two types of Reaction Dice (RD) in Combat HQ: Firepower (FP) Anti-Tank (AT) Infantry are FP targets; Armour are AT targets. While on similar scales, they do vary. Infantry RD are morale-based. Armour RD are morale + armour. … Continue reading →

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SU-85 Battery Added to Articles and Stats

Posted on March 2, 2021 by Jim Bambra

Click the box below to view on full article. http://wargamesdesign.com/wiki/su-85-battery/

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T-34/85 Platoon

Posted on March 2, 2021 by Jim Bambra

The T34/85 was developed to carry a larger gun capable of dealing with the German Panthers and Tigers. Its increased armour and 85mm gun make it one of the best tanks of World War Two.

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Combat HQ and Total War Proofs

Posted on February 26, 2021 by Jim Bambra

The first set of proofs for the print copies (softback) from Amazon have arrived! I’m waiting for proofs from Wargame Vault (softback and hardback). All being well, print copies should be available for Easter!

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