The Germans although initially confused by the American Airborne operations in the early morning, their force is now organized and heading to attack Sainte MereEglise. Scouts report that Neuville–au–Plain was seized by what appear to be American paratroopers only a few hours ago. As the leading element, they were tasked with securing the commune quickly so that their forces can push on quickly to Sainte MereEglise. They have been assigned a good deal of support to help spearhead your attack and crush any resistance.

Landing the night before, the American Airborne successfully reached their objective of Neuville-au-Plain. After a brief fight in the morning they seized the small commune and established a defense. Scouts report, however, that a much larger German force is heading your way from Montebourg to the North. Scattered paratroopers are rallying in Sainte MereEglise, but command needs the platoon to hold here until defenses can be established. Delay the enemy advance as best you can and then withdraw to the South.

The first Zeppelin mass–produced version to fly over the battle field was the impressive Zeppelin–Staaken R.VI, with a wingspan rivaling that of a WW2 Superfortress. Flying at night with a deadly bomb load up to 4400 pounds, R.VIs were used in bombing raids, bringing destruction and terror to London until the late spring of 1918.

Brian and Lee played the Evil Chaos army and Richard The Glorious Empire. Four games were played for the campaign with the Glorious Empire winning the first two and the Evil Chaos army the second two. The last tie breaker remains to be seen. And yes.. the minis are unpainted.. trying to play the game in the spirit of a 20 year old cross over between Warhammer Miniatures and Milton Bradley boardgames…

Battle Masters is a fantasy miniatures battle game by Milton Bradley, presumably licensed from Games Workshop. The sizeable game box comes stuffed with tons of plastic miniatures, a deck of combat cards and some dice. Players move and fight their armies based upon what card is turned over from the deck. Combat is held on a large vinyl mat 4.5 ft square (Actual Measurements: 55 inches by 57 inches).

From the back of the box:

Welcome to the world of Battle Masters – the epic game where you command mighty armies locked in a legendary conflict of good versus evil!

The noble Imperial Army is ready to meet the Forces of Chaos. You and your opponent must strategically guide 25 army units, featuring over 100 finely-detailed figures, across the gigantic 4 1/2′ X 5′ Battle Mat. Beware! Ditches, marshes, river fords and the great Border Tower lie before you.

The battle unfolds as each turn of a Battle card tells which army units can move and which can attack. Will your army be victorious, or will your opponent destroy you? Who will survive the battle and win the game? The fate of the Empire is decided by you, the Battle Masters!