Description
Nightfighter is an exciting board game that recreates the air warfare in the WWII night skies. With a blind - play system, an umpire manages the attacking forces, and the defending player has to locate, target, and destroy the incoming bombers. It vividly recreates night - fighting tactics, from the London night blitz intercepts to the Mosquito intruder operations at the war's climax. There are over forty scenarios that detail the development of night - fighting aircraft and technology. The rules cover radar - guided interception, searchlights, airborne radar, and electronic countermeasures, and feature special weapons like Schrâge Musik. Tactics such as Wild Boar and Tame Boar have their own unique scenarios. The game includes more than fifty fighter and bomber variants, from early Blenheim and Ju88 interceptors to advanced fighters like the Mosquito and He219. Even Pacific operations are represented with F4U - 2s and P - 61A Black Widow fighters against Japanese bomber threats, along with rare aircraft like the Ta154, Me262B - 1a, and the Japanese J1N1 Gekko. It's fast - playing, with scenarios that can be wrapped up in 30 - 45 minutes, offering a fresh perspective on the night sky hunters. Components include a 17' x 22' Player's map, an 11' x 17' Umpire's map, 88 5/8' counters, 280 1/2' counters, Player Aid, Umpire's Screen, Patrol Display, Rule Book, Scenario Book, Rules Supplement Book, and six 6 - sided dice. Designed by Lee Brimmicombe - Wood, with map & counter art by him and aircraft art by Ian Wedge.
How to use: First, set up the game by laying out the 17' x 22' Player's map and the 11' x 17' Umpire's map. Then, distribute the counters according to the scenario you choose from the Scenario Book. The umpire controls the attacking forces and the other player defends. Use the Rule Book to understand all the rules, including radar - guided interception and special weapons. Roll the six 6 - sided dice as required during the game. The Patrol Display and Player Aid can help you keep track of the game situation. Things to note: Make sure all players understand the rules before starting the game. Keep the counters organized to avoid confusion. Maintenance advice: Store the game in a dry place to prevent the maps and counters from getting damaged. If the dice get dirty, you can clean them with a soft, damp cloth.
