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| image = BattleTech-Alpha-Strike (Small).jpg | | image = BattleTech-Alpha-Strike (Small).jpg | ||
− | | name = | + | | name = Alpha Strike <br />A Quick-Playing Tactical Miniatures Game |
| type = Rulebook | | type = Rulebook | ||
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| development = [[Herbert A. Beas II]] | | development = [[Herbert A. Beas II]] | ||
− | | primarywriting = Herbert A. Beas II <br/> [[Joshua Franklin]] <br/> [[Jason Schmetzer]] <br/> [[Paul Sjardijn]] | + | | primarywriting = Herbert A. Beas II, <br/> [[Joshua Franklin]], <br/> [[Jason Schmetzer]], <br/> [[Paul Sjardijn]] |
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| cover = Alex Iglesias | | cover = Alex Iglesias | ||
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− | == Description == | + | ==Description== |
− | '''Alpha Strike''' is a [[BattleTech]] game system/ruleset that allows faster | + | '''Alpha Strike''' is a [[BattleTech]] game system/ruleset that allows faster gameplay than Total Warfare rules. Based on older [[BattleForce 2]] and the [[Quick-Strike Rules]] and other rules found in the [[Strategic Operations]], Alpha Strike is optimized to allow players to handle larger number of units, while simplifying handling of combat. |
− | == From the back cover == | + | ==From the back cover== |
'''BattleTech: Faster Than Ever!''' | '''BattleTech: Faster Than Ever!''' | ||
{{quote|''For centuries, the armies of the Great Houses have fought to reclaim the glory of the fallen [[Star League]], sending regiments of their elite MechWarriors into battle across hundreds of worlds as humanity slid inexorably toward a new [[Dark Age]]. The coming of the [[Clans]]—descendants of the lost Star League army—did little to stem the slaughter. It only raised the stakes.'' | {{quote|''For centuries, the armies of the Great Houses have fought to reclaim the glory of the fallen [[Star League]], sending regiments of their elite MechWarriors into battle across hundreds of worlds as humanity slid inexorably toward a new [[Dark Age]]. The coming of the [[Clans]]—descendants of the lost Star League army—did little to stem the slaughter. It only raised the stakes.'' | ||
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'''''Alpha Strike''' is a new, fast-playing form of the BattleTech game of futuristic, armored combat. Developed for the modern tabletop miniatures wargamer, this book brings players the ability to wage war on land, sea, and air using the Quick-Strike game system first devised for truly large-scale play, re-scaled to the tactical level of “classic” BattleTech. Complete with sample armies and a ready-to-play campaign system, all you need besides this book are dice, miniatures, and tabletop terrain to fight for control over the Inner Sphere on land, sea, and air—one world at a time!''}} | '''''Alpha Strike''' is a new, fast-playing form of the BattleTech game of futuristic, armored combat. Developed for the modern tabletop miniatures wargamer, this book brings players the ability to wage war on land, sea, and air using the Quick-Strike game system first devised for truly large-scale play, re-scaled to the tactical level of “classic” BattleTech. Complete with sample armies and a ready-to-play campaign system, all you need besides this book are dice, miniatures, and tabletop terrain to fight for control over the Inner Sphere on land, sea, and air—one world at a time!''}} | ||
− | == Contents == | + | ==Contents== |
− | Unit cards in Alpha Strike can be printed several per page, representing a lance or star. | + | Unit cards in Alpha Strike can be printed several per page, representing a lance or star. Special unit rules are shown at the bottom, which are referenced in the rulebook. Weapons and hit locations are abstracted rather than listed separately. Critical hits and heat scale are simplified. |
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Latest revision as of 22:58, 4 October 2023
This Product contains Rules This official BattleTech product is or contains either a rulebook or additional rules. For what official products are the latest and include the most up-to-date rules, please see this article |
- This article is about the game system/ruleset. For other uses, see Alpha Strike.
Alpha Strike A Quick-Playing Tactical Miniatures Game | |
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Product information | |
Type | Rulebook |
Development | Herbert A. Beas II |
Primary writing | Herbert A. Beas II, Joshua Franklin, Jason Schmetzer, Paul Sjardijn |
Cover Artwork | Alex Iglesias |
Publication information | |
Publisher | Catalyst Game Labs |
Product code | CAT35600 |
First published | 2013 |
MSRP | $39.99 |
Content | |
Era | Dark Age era |
Description[edit]
Alpha Strike is a BattleTech game system/ruleset that allows faster gameplay than Total Warfare rules. Based on older BattleForce 2 and the Quick-Strike Rules and other rules found in the Strategic Operations, Alpha Strike is optimized to allow players to handle larger number of units, while simplifying handling of combat.
From the back cover[edit]
BattleTech: Faster Than Ever!
“ | For centuries, the armies of the Great Houses have fought to reclaim the glory of the fallen Star League, sending regiments of their elite MechWarriors into battle across hundreds of worlds as humanity slid inexorably toward a new Dark Age. The coming of the Clans—descendants of the lost Star League army—did little to stem the slaughter. It only raised the stakes.
Alpha Strike is a new, fast-playing form of the BattleTech game of futuristic, armored combat. Developed for the modern tabletop miniatures wargamer, this book brings players the ability to wage war on land, sea, and air using the Quick-Strike game system first devised for truly large-scale play, re-scaled to the tactical level of “classic” BattleTech. Complete with sample armies and a ready-to-play campaign system, all you need besides this book are dice, miniatures, and tabletop terrain to fight for control over the Inner Sphere on land, sea, and air—one world at a time! |
” |
Contents[edit]
Unit cards in Alpha Strike can be printed several per page, representing a lance or star. Special unit rules are shown at the bottom, which are referenced in the rulebook. Weapons and hit locations are abstracted rather than listed separately. Critical hits and heat scale are simplified.