The term “Landsknechts” appeared in the German language around 1470, meaning “servant of the land”, as it was formed by Maximilian I, Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire, around the…
The bow and crossbow remained a prevalent feature right through the battles of the Middle Ages. These weapons were highly effective but required a great deal of skill and practice…
This week, we head back to the age of Pike & Shotte for a quick look at one of the civil war’s principal architects – enter King Charles I! Charles…
This week, we take a look at one of the great generals of the Thirty Years War – the fanatically religious Father Tilly! Johann Tserclaes was born in February 1559…
Pike & Shotte is a game of massed combat in the 16th and 17th centuries, predominantly featuring formations of pikemen and musket armed infantry. The bow and crossbow remained a…
King Henry VIII’s army clashes with the Irish on John’s majestic gaming table. Robin, our intrepid reporter brings us a dispatch from the frontlines! This week, we had a game…
Add a splash of colour to your Edgehill army with any of these new character figures! Pick up your Prince Maurice, Sir Edmund Verney, and Sir Arthur Haselrig today! Sir…
We’re diving into the arsenals of the English Civil War this week, with a look at the Galloper Gun – an artillery piece that revolutionised cavalry tactics! During the 16th…
Utilise the new Pike & Shotte Gun Limber to move your artillery pieces into place and win the day! View in Store A simple concept, the limber passed and eased…
Give your armies light and mobile support with the new Pike & Shotte Galloper gun. View in Store Our brand new Galloper Gun allows you to experiment with early combined…
Dan Hewitson
Tom Mecredy
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