Alt text: Cover art for "Hammer's Slammers" board game featuring a futuristic tank in combat, with explosions and an orange-yellow backdrop. Text reads "Command the toughest mercenaries in the galaxy," includes the Mayfair Games logo, and notes the game is for 1 to 4 players, ages 12 to adult, based on the classic novel by Dave Drake.
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Hammer’s Slammers (1984)

ByMichail

Hammer’s Slammers

“Hammer’s Slammers” is a board game published by Mayfair Games in 1984, based on the 1979 collection of military science fiction short stories by David Drake.

Why is Hammer’s Slammers Popular?

The game is popular and significant because it is based on a well-known collection of military science fiction short stories and offers a unique blend of science fiction and wargaming elements. The game has been praised for its simplicity and groundbreaking innovation, making it a classic board game for many players.

Game Components of Hammer’s Slammers

The game includes:
– A hex grid map
– Military units, including Hammer’s Slammers
– Two-player gameplay

Game Setup of Hammer’s Slammers

The game is played on a hex grid map, and players control various military units, including Hammer’s Slammers, a mercenary regiment commanded by Colonel Alois Hammer. The gameplay is similar to PanzerBlitz, using an alternating series of turns.

Gameplay Mechanics of Hammer’s Slammers

The gameplay consists of the following phases:
– Rally units
– Paradrop (the other player can attempt counter paradrop fire)
– Movement
– Indirect fire (both players)
– Counter-artillery fire
– Direct fire
– Close assault

Game Objective of Hammer’s Slammers

The objective of the game is to control the map and eliminate the opposing player’s units.

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Michail, a seasoned tabletop enthusiast, dives headfirst into worlds of fantasy and strategy. Whether commanding a party of adventurers through perilous dungeons or engaging in tactical showdowns on the board, Michail is the maestro of the tabletop realm. Michail's gaming table is a realm where the clatter of dice and the shuffle of cards create a symphony of strategic chaos.

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