Bicocca (1522) – Pavia (1525)

Description

LIMITED EDITION: 500 games

To celebrate the 500th anniversary of the Battle of Pavia (February 24, 1525), this game features the entire 6th Italian War, beginning in 1521 and leading up to Pavia. The strategic map will include part of southern France, invaded by the Imperials led by defector Charles de Bourbon, former constable of France, and notably the strategic city of Marseille, which has been under siege for 40 days.

For those who own “Marignan 1515, la chevauchée de François 1er en Italie”, the map will be twice as large (85 x 60cm), with the same number of counters (216 in 15mm format) and a thick rules and scenario booklet in English and French. The game will be available in a ziplock format.

Scenarios:

• La Bicocca: 1521-23
• Marseille: 1523-24
• Pavia: 1524-25
• The 6th war of Italy: 1521-25

Features:

• Number of Players: 2
• Solo Playability: 4/10
• Complexity: 6/10
• Duration: 120 to 180 minutes
• One Turn: One to two months (winter)
• 1 Strengh Point: Represents 500 to 2,000 men
• Scale: One zone ≈ 50 km
• 216 counters
• Map size 85 x 60 cm
• Rulebook and scenario booklet
• Format: ziplock

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Bicocca (1522) – Pavia (1525): Second expedition of François I to Italy is a real gem for experienced wargamers. The game structure is solid and elegant, offering meaningful operational decisions firmly grounded in history without unnecessary complexity. Maps are beautiful and highly functional, counters are clear and well produced, and the overall presentation reflects care and expertise. A pleasure to play and to study. One can only hope this series will continue with further titles of the same quality.

Sasha1956 – BGG

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