Board game cover art for "Light Division: Flashpoint in the Gulf" featuring an illustrated soldier in desert camouflage holding a rifle, a map showing parts of the Middle East in the background, a helicopter dropping off troops, and the American flag with title text overlay.
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Light Division (1989)

ByMichail

Light Division

“Light Division” is a board game published in 1989 by World Wide Wargames. The game is set in the near future and revolves around a conflict in the Middle East, specifically the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which chokes off the West’s vital oil supply. The game has received mixed reviews and has not gained significant popularity or significance in the board gaming community.

Game Components of Light Division

The Game Components of Light Division include:
– A board
– Pieces representing various military units
– Cards with different objectives and abilities

Game Setup of Light Division

Prepare the board and place the pieces according to the game’s setup instructions.Shuffle the cards and place them face down in a draw pile.Each player is dealt a hand of cards.

Gameplay Mechanics of Light Division

The game involves players taking turns to move their units around the board, attacking and defending positions, and using cards to gain advantages or disrupt opponents’ plans. The goal is to control key locations on the board and achieve specific objectives.

Game Objective of Light Division

The game’s objective is to control key locations on the board and achieve specific objectives, ultimately winning the conflict in the Middle East.

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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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