Field of Battle

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Field of Battle, Designed by Brent Oman and published by Piquet, Inc., the Field of Battle system stands as one of the most respected horse-and-musket wargaming frameworks of the modern tabletop era. Originating from the broader Piquet gaming philosophy, Field of Battle streamlined classic card-driven mechanics into a single, cohesive system that masterfully simulates command friction, the fog of war, and battle momentum without forcing players into exhaustive chart lookups or micromanagement. Across its three distinct iterations—from the original breakthrough 2006 release, through the refined 2011 second edition, to the polished 2020 third edition—the rulebook family has continually perfected its core sequence deck concept. By replacing rigid movement turns with dynamic card draws and initiative rolls, Field of Battle ensures that no two actions play out identically, offering a deeply atmospheric and unpredictable grand tactical experience that scales brilliantly for 6mm Seven Y...
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Nouvelle-France (2004)

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Nouvelle-France (2004)

Nouvelle-France: Battle of the Brave

Directed by Jean Beaudin (Released: 2004)

Introduction: Set during the turbulent years of the British conquest of Canada, Nouvelle-France is an epic historical drama that intertwines a passionate romance with the collapse of the French empire in North America. As the British and French forces engage in a brutal struggle for control of the continent, a peasant woman and a trapper find their lives caught in the crossfire of international politics and military ambition.


Original Trailer: Nouvelle-France / Battle of the Brave

Historical Accuracy: For the 6mm wargamer, the film is a visual feast for the mid-18th century. It features meticulous depictions of high-ranking historical figures such as General James Wolfe and William Pitt the Elder. The film provides excellent reference for the contrast between the rough-and-ready colonial militia and the polished appearance of the regulars. While it focuses on the personal drama, the background details—from the shipping in the harbour to the encampments—offer fantastic inspiration for our overall commander bases and the general aesthetic of our 24-figure Baccus infantry units stationed in the colonies.

Conclusion: Nouvelle-France captures the tragic grandeur of the end of an era. It serves as a beautiful visual companion to our tabletop battles, grounding the tactical movements of our miniatures in the social and political reality of the 1750s. Whether you are building a French or British force, the lavish production design provides plenty of motivation to get those last few stands of 6mm troops finished.

Rating: 4 out of 5 Muskets.

What do you think?

Have you seen this film? Did it inspire you to pick up the paintbrush, or were the tactical errors too much to bear? Let me know in the comments!

Related project hubs for this period:
[The French and Indian War 1754–1763 Project Hub]  |  [The Seven Years War 1756–1763 Project Hub]

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