Saga #54

Editorial
Saga completes its ninth year of publication.

Armati Tactical Suggestions
Divisional Organization is the key to winning battles using the Armati rules system.

A First DBR Game
The Renaissance comes alive using the rules set DBR. Scenario includes order of battle and map.

Tmima Stratiotikon Plirophorion
The "military intelligence" column covers what hoops authors jump through to write an Osprey book as well as a trip to dark age/medieval historic sites in England.

Review: Chariot Miniatures
Oscan, Etruscan, and Companian hoplites, cavalry, and other troops are reviewed.

Roman Fort Found in Ireland
Archeologists uncover a legacy of the Roman legions--the ruins of a 40-acre Roman coastal fort-- and puncture the myth that Ireland remained free of Roman occupation.

Ottomans Invade India
A replay of a fictional 14th century battle using DBM rules.

In the Witangemot
Suggested modifications to the DBM rules set to improve playability and historical realism.

Braveheart Battlescenes
A behind-the-scenes look at how Mel Gibson, with help from special effects, filmed the horrific scenes of battle for the movie, Braveheart.

The Battle of Stirling
A synopsis of the "real" Braveheart battle:
The Battle of Stirling Bridge.

Letters to the Editor

Phil Barker on DBM nomenclature
Stephen Plenow on flank attacks and loss of control
Vince Solimine on troop nomenclature, flank attacks, and an Armati rule modification.