Overlord is a set of miniature wargame rules that cover tactical-level combat in Normandy from June to August, 1944. The rules are suitable for 1:300th to 28mm scale, though they work best for 15mm miniatures.
The ground scale for the game is 1" equals 10 metres, 1 turn equals 2 1/2 minutes, 1 model soldier/vehicle equals 1 real soldier/vehicle.
The basic unit for the game is an infantry squad or individual gun and crew or single AFV. Infantry are mounted in multiples on bases that represent rifle groups, light machine gun groups, heavy machine gun groups, light mortar groups. etc. Leaders, who represent platoon leaders and senior NCOs, are mounted singly.
The antitank rules are fairly simply, but they tend to provide predictable historical results. The rules don't really seem to emphasize tank combat. Rather, tanks are added in as a specialized heavy weapon, but the rules are not intended for large tank vs. tank actions.
The game play allows for hidden set up and limited hidden movement, which can give the defender (usually the Germans) the ability to mount a very tenacious defense while being strongly outnumbered.
Overlord can be used to play games that consist of only a few squads or up to a full battalion on each side. However, larger games can be slow.
Many of the mechanics for Overlord are similar to the mechanics used in the designer's other WW2 tactical rules, "Grey Storm, Red Steel."
This item is in Good condition. The counters are uncut. There is some coloring of the pages. There is some shelf wear. As usual, photos are of the item that you will receive.