Historical, Fantasy and Sci-Fi Miniature Wargame


Miniatures in photo by Perry Miniatures.
Created with flexibility in mind, Skirmish Order is fully miniatures agnostic, multi-scale, sandbox wargaming ruleset, letting you use the models you already own or plan on owning. It’s modular, adaptable skirmish rules emphasise decision-making, storytelling and battlefield friction.
With full solo wargaming rules included, you have the option to play against the game. The solo rules are a great way to get yourself used to the rules before playing against other people. Enjoy a challenging, unpredictable game whenever you feel like it, or team up against the game with a friend.

Models in photo by Victrix.

A digital only PDF version perfect for viewing on your tablet or phone. £12.

The cheapest way to get printed rules, printed and dispached by Amazon.

Premium copy quality printing & paper, spiral bound. Printed by Mixam.
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