We received the following news release.--RL

THE SWORD AND THE FLAME 20th Anniversary Edition Rules

A revised, updated edition of these Classic Colonial game rules by Larry Brom, featuring THE SWORD IN AFRICA A variant for Colonial Gaming of African Exploration

This one set of rules enables the gamer to play in six different Colonial periods - Pathans 1878, Zulus 1879, Boers 1880, Egyptians 1882, Dervishes 1884 and African Exploration. There is no need for additional supplements or game cards.

By utilizing six sided dice and a standard set of playing cards, this was the first published set of rules to incorporate:

• Variable move distance
• Specific casualty determination
• Random movement and firing sequence

Included in this updated 20th Anniversary Edition are many new features such as Pinning defenders, Two ranks firing, Overhead fire, Pass-through fire, Limited ammunition, Volley and independent fire, and a Rules synopsis page.

Available for $25.00 US each, includes postage/handling. (Outside of the US, add $6.00)

To order, contact:

“And That’s The Way It Was...”
Builders of Historical Dioramas and Publishers of TSATF/20th
Website: http://www.thewayitwas.com
Email: loribrom@thewayitwas.com
Mailing Address: 213 3rd Street NE, Hickory NC 28601-5124 USA

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