Black Seas

{"id":6535744913466,"title":"Black Seas: Santisima Trinidad","handle":"black-seas-santisima-trinidad","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrder today and get 20% off RRP and free shipping within the UK over £75.00!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Santisima Trinidad (officially named Nuestra Señora de la Santísima Trinidad) was a Spanish first-rate ship of the line. At launch in 1769, she had 112 guns, though this number gradually increased. between 1795 and 1796 she was upgraded to 130 guns, and in 1802 this number was increased to 140. Following this last rebuild, she was the heaviest armed ship in the world, bearing more guns than any other ship in the Age of Sail. Effectively, however, the fourth gundecks guns were comparatively small.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis armament was not without its problems. The weight of the additional weaponry rendered her a particularly poor at sail, leading to the ultimately rejected suggestion that she be restricted to the defence of the Bay of Cadiz. She remains notable as one of the very few 4-decked ships ever built.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vast bulk of the Santisima Trinidad is alluded to with its special rules in Black Seas - she is only ever able to make a single change of direction during her activation. She also requires a successful skill test to be able to travel at full sails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe trade-off for this deficiency is an arsenal that dwarfs any other ship in the game. Any vessel unfortunate enough to be caught in the broadside is sure to be shredded. You'll want to capitalize on this as best you can, unleashing your initial broadside (which conveys additional bonuses) at the optimal moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModels supplied unassembled and unpainted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2021-02-25T15:18:21+00:00","created_at":"2021-02-25T15:18:20+00:00","vendor":"Warlord Games","type":"Black Seas","tags":["Black Seas","Warlordgames"],"price":2520,"price_min":2520,"price_max":2520,"available":false,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":3150,"compare_at_price_min":3150,"compare_at_price_max":3150,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":39247169683514,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":false,"name":"Black Seas: Santisima Trinidad","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":2520,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":3150,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/battlegroundgaming.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/products\/792413001-Santissima-Trinidad5.jpg?v=1614266301"],"featured_image":"\/\/battlegroundgaming.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/products\/792413001-Santissima-Trinidad5.jpg?v=1614266301","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":20164641325114,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":2048,"width":2048,"src":"\/\/battlegroundgaming.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/products\/792413001-Santissima-Trinidad5.jpg?v=1614266301"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":2048,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/battlegroundgaming.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/products\/792413001-Santissima-Trinidad5.jpg?v=1614266301","width":2048}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrder today and get 20% off RRP and free shipping within the UK over £75.00!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Santisima Trinidad (officially named Nuestra Señora de la Santísima Trinidad) was a Spanish first-rate ship of the line. At launch in 1769, she had 112 guns, though this number gradually increased. between 1795 and 1796 she was upgraded to 130 guns, and in 1802 this number was increased to 140. Following this last rebuild, she was the heaviest armed ship in the world, bearing more guns than any other ship in the Age of Sail. Effectively, however, the fourth gundecks guns were comparatively small.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis armament was not without its problems. The weight of the additional weaponry rendered her a particularly poor at sail, leading to the ultimately rejected suggestion that she be restricted to the defence of the Bay of Cadiz. She remains notable as one of the very few 4-decked ships ever built.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vast bulk of the Santisima Trinidad is alluded to with its special rules in Black Seas - she is only ever able to make a single change of direction during her activation. She also requires a successful skill test to be able to travel at full sails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe trade-off for this deficiency is an arsenal that dwarfs any other ship in the game. Any vessel unfortunate enough to be caught in the broadside is sure to be shredded. You'll want to capitalize on this as best you can, unleashing your initial broadside (which conveys additional bonuses) at the optimal moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModels supplied unassembled and unpainted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":4613874581562,"title":"Black Seas: French Navy Fleet (1770 - 1830)","handle":"black-seas-french-navy-fleet-1770-1830","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrder today and get 20% off RRP and free shipping within the UK over £75.00!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"collapse-tab1\" data-tabcontent=\"\" class=\"tab-content active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe French Navy has a history of highs and lows, both in terms of successes in battle and in the number and quality of its ships. In the mid-1700s, after the defeats of the Seven Years’ War, the French Navy was at a nadir. However, due to the efforts of Louis XV and later Louis XVI, France rebuilt and reinforced its fleets with well-designed and well-built ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy sail the French Navy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThough French gunnery and training had formally equalled that of its Spanish and British counterparts prior to the French revolution, those events severely weakened the French Navy. High ranking officers had been removed or even guillotined, and inexperienced crewmen through necessity had been promoted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrench ships, however, were generally well built, and quick. This is reflected in the national special rules for the French Navy. They are able to purchase both the 'sturdy' and 'streamlined' upgrades for a discounted cost. French crews were also trained to shoot high, in order to capture enemy ships rather than destroy them. As such, they do not suffer the same penalties to hit when aiming high as the other navies do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 plastic frigates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 plastic brigs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 plastic third rates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 resin \u0026amp; metal first-rate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 bomb ships base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA selection of Metal figureheads and backplates to make famous French Navy Ships:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRedoubtable - a 74 gun third-rate ship of the line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThemis - a 40 gun frigate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eL'Aigle - a 74 gun third-rate ship of the line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eL'Hermione - a 32 gun frigate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComete - a frigate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBucentaure - an 80 gun third-rate ship of the line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrench Navy Flags, Sails \u0026amp; rigging sheets + Bobbin for Rigging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGame cards and wake markers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","published_at":"2020-12-12T18:24:14+00:00","created_at":"2020-12-12T18:24:13+00:00","vendor":"Warlords games","type":"Black Seas","tags":["Black Seas","Warlordgames"],"price":6000,"price_min":6000,"price_max":6000,"available":false,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":7500,"compare_at_price_min":7500,"compare_at_price_max":7500,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":32205862142010,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":false,"name":"Black Seas: French Navy Fleet (1770 - 1830)","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":6000,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":7500,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/battlegroundgaming.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/products\/792012001_BlackSeasFrenchFleet01.jpg?v=1607797456"],"featured_image":"\/\/battlegroundgaming.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/products\/792012001_BlackSeasFrenchFleet01.jpg?v=1607797456","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":6698245128250,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":2048,"width":2048,"src":"\/\/battlegroundgaming.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/products\/792012001_BlackSeasFrenchFleet01.jpg?v=1607797456"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":2048,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/battlegroundgaming.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/products\/792012001_BlackSeasFrenchFleet01.jpg?v=1607797456","width":2048}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrder today and get 20% off RRP and free shipping within the UK over £75.00!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"collapse-tab1\" data-tabcontent=\"\" class=\"tab-content active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe French Navy has a history of highs and lows, both in terms of successes in battle and in the number and quality of its ships. In the mid-1700s, after the defeats of the Seven Years’ War, the French Navy was at a nadir. However, due to the efforts of Louis XV and later Louis XVI, France rebuilt and reinforced its fleets with well-designed and well-built ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy sail the French Navy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThough French gunnery and training had formally equalled that of its Spanish and British counterparts prior to the French revolution, those events severely weakened the French Navy. High ranking officers had been removed or even guillotined, and inexperienced crewmen through necessity had been promoted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrench ships, however, were generally well built, and quick. This is reflected in the national special rules for the French Navy. They are able to purchase both the 'sturdy' and 'streamlined' upgrades for a discounted cost. French crews were also trained to shoot high, in order to capture enemy ships rather than destroy them. 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{"id":4613873172538,"title":"Black Seas: Royal Navy Fleet (1770 - 1830)","handle":"black-seas-royal-navy-fleet-1770-1830","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrder today and get 20% off RRP and free shipping within the UK over £75.00!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"collapse-tab1\" data-tabcontent=\"\" class=\"tab-content active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy the late 1700s, Great Britain had established itself as the most prominent and powerful navy of the time. This was mostly due to the discipline and commitment of its sailors, and the quality of the training for its leadership positions. The only way to rise through the ranks of the Royal Navy was to prove your mettle in action and bypassing gruelling exams. This was coupled with a very well managed gunnery programme that trained the men to shoot rapidly and accurately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy sail the Royal Navy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Royal Navy's national special rules demonstrate the power of a Royal Navy fleet. Indeed, they'll have a great bearing on how you select the components of your fleet. The quality of the Royal Navy's training is represented by their 'Drilled' special rule, which confers a bonus to shooting, and the 'Admiralty' rule confers an extra level of reliability to each of your ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs such you may find yourself fielding a smaller number of ships than other fleets, though you'll be able to deck these ships out with upgrades. Each will have a staying power and reliability both in sailing power and in unleashing their weaponry. The Royal Navy is poised to dominate the Black Seas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 plastic frigates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 plastic brigs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 plastic third rates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 resin first-rate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 bomb ships base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA selection of metal figureheads and backplates for famous Royal Navy Ships:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHMS Ajax - a 74 gun third-rate ship of the line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHMS Colossus - a 74 gun third-rate ship of the line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHMS Mars - a 74 gun third-rate ship of the line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHMS Indefatigable - a 44 gun frigate from 1795 (she was originally a 64 gun third rate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHMS Euralys - a 36 gun frigate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHMS Naiad - a fifth-rate frigate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoyal Navy Flags, Sails \u0026amp; rigging sheets + Bobbin for Rigging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGame cards and wake markers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-small;\"\u003eModels supplied unassembled and unpainted \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","published_at":"2020-12-12T18:17:45+00:00","created_at":"2020-12-12T18:17:44+00:00","vendor":"Warlords games","type":"Black Seas","tags":["Black Seas","Warlordgames"],"price":7760,"price_min":7760,"price_max":7760,"available":false,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":9700,"compare_at_price_min":9700,"compare_at_price_max":9700,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":32205858439226,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":false,"name":"Black Seas: Royal Navy Fleet (1770 - 1830)","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":7760,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":9700,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/battlegroundgaming.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/products\/RN-Fleet-RTE-cut-1100x767.png?v=1607797066"],"featured_image":"\/\/battlegroundgaming.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/products\/RN-Fleet-RTE-cut-1100x767.png?v=1607797066","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":6698240835642,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.434,"height":767,"width":1100,"src":"\/\/battlegroundgaming.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/products\/RN-Fleet-RTE-cut-1100x767.png?v=1607797066"},"aspect_ratio":1.434,"height":767,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/battlegroundgaming.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/products\/RN-Fleet-RTE-cut-1100x767.png?v=1607797066","width":1100}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrder today and get 20% off RRP and free shipping within the UK over £75.00!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"collapse-tab1\" data-tabcontent=\"\" class=\"tab-content active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy the late 1700s, Great Britain had established itself as the most prominent and powerful navy of the time. This was mostly due to the discipline and commitment of its sailors, and the quality of the training for its leadership positions. The only way to rise through the ranks of the Royal Navy was to prove your mettle in action and bypassing gruelling exams. This was coupled with a very well managed gunnery programme that trained the men to shoot rapidly and accurately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy sail the Royal Navy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Royal Navy's national special rules demonstrate the power of a Royal Navy fleet. Indeed, they'll have a great bearing on how you select the components of your fleet. The quality of the Royal Navy's training is represented by their 'Drilled' special rule, which confers a bonus to shooting, and the 'Admiralty' rule confers an extra level of reliability to each of your ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs such you may find yourself fielding a smaller number of ships than other fleets, though you'll be able to deck these ships out with upgrades. Each will have a staying power and reliability both in sailing power and in unleashing their weaponry. The Royal Navy is poised to dominate the Black Seas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 plastic frigates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 plastic brigs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 plastic third rates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 resin first-rate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 bomb ships base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA selection of metal figureheads and backplates for famous Royal Navy Ships:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHMS Ajax - a 74 gun third-rate ship of the line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHMS Colossus - a 74 gun third-rate ship of the line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHMS Mars - a 74 gun third-rate ship of the line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHMS Indefatigable - a 44 gun frigate from 1795 (she was originally a 64 gun third rate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHMS Euralys - a 36 gun frigate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHMS Naiad - a fifth-rate frigate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoyal Navy Flags, Sails \u0026amp; rigging sheets + Bobbin for Rigging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGame cards and wake markers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-small;\"\u003eModels supplied unassembled and unpainted \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e"}

{"id":4613872779322,"title":"Black Seas: Spanish Navy Fleet (1770 - 1830)","handle":"black-seas-spanish-navy-fleet-1770-1830","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrder today and get 20% off RRP and free shipping within the UK over £75.00!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"collapse-tab1\" data-tabcontent=\"\" class=\"tab-content active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spanish Navy was beset by mixed fortunes in the Age of Sail, achieving great victories and major defeats in an interesting balance. Particularly during the Napoleonic era, Spanish allegiances were subject to fluctuations, oftentimes at odds with the British, yet allying with them when the situation suited (such as their rejection of Napoleon in 1808 - even in the wake of Trafalgar in which a quarter of the Spanish Navy had been lost).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spanish Navy was the largest in the world at the outset of the 1700s, though this diminished to third-largest as the century wore on. Not only fighting close to home, the Spanish Navy fought engagements as far away as the Carribean and South America, where they achieved similarly mixed results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy sail the Spanish Navy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen using the National Special Rules, the Spanish Navy allows you to bring a huge level of firepower in your fleets. Spanish 1st Rates are allowed to take the \u003cem\u003eOver Gunned\u003c\/em\u003e upgrade for free adding a heavy and a light cannon to each broadside. This is not without compromise, however, as these vessels need to successfully pass a test to travel at full sails, and can never be crewed by veterans. Additionally, veterans for other ships cost more in Spanish fleets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis means that a Spanish Admiral will need to use extra cunning in the selection of vessels for their fleet, carefully selecting upgrades for the extremely powerful\u003cem\u003e Over Gunned\u003c\/em\u003e vessels, to offset the decreased manoeuvrability and penalty to hit. 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Particularly during the Napoleonic era, Spanish allegiances were subject to fluctuations, oftentimes at odds with the British, yet allying with them when the situation suited (such as their rejection of Napoleon in 1808 - even in the wake of Trafalgar in which a quarter of the Spanish Navy had been lost).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spanish Navy was the largest in the world at the outset of the 1700s, though this diminished to third-largest as the century wore on. Not only fighting close to home, the Spanish Navy fought engagements as far away as the Carribean and South America, where they achieved similarly mixed results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy sail the Spanish Navy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen using the National Special Rules, the Spanish Navy allows you to bring a huge level of firepower in your fleets. 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{"id":4613846270010,"title":"Black Seas: L'Orient","handle":"black-seas-lorient","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today and get 20% off RRP and free shipping within the UK over £75.00!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrient was of the Océan-class of ships. These were a series of 118-gun three-decker ships of the line of the French Navy, designed by engineer Jacques-Noël Sané. Launched on July 20, 1791, she was originally named the Dauphin Royal, but having come into service during a time of great political upheaval, she was promptly renamed. As a tribute to a political movement, she was dubbed the Sans-Culotte. She retained this name for three years before it also became contentious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eL'Orient\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis box set contains:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComponents for 1 resin Orient ship hull\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal components for masts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinted sails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eL'Orient ship card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWake markers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBobbin for rigging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcetate Ratlines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA sheet of flags \u0026amp; pennants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2020-12-12T16:32:01+00:00","created_at":"2020-12-12T16:28:58+00:00","vendor":"Warlords games","type":"Black Seas","tags":["Black Seas","Warlordgames"],"price":2520,"price_min":2520,"price_max":2520,"available":false,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":3150,"compare_at_price_min":3150,"compare_at_price_max":3150,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":32205808304186,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":false,"name":"Black Seas: L'Orient","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":2520,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":3150,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/battlegroundgaming.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/products\/7298.png?v=1607790648"],"featured_image":"\/\/battlegroundgaming.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/products\/7298.png?v=1607790648","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":6698144333882,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.771,"height":1038,"width":800,"src":"\/\/battlegroundgaming.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/products\/7298.png?v=1607790648"},"aspect_ratio":0.771,"height":1038,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/battlegroundgaming.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/products\/7298.png?v=1607790648","width":800}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today and get 20% off RRP and free shipping within the UK over £75.00!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrient was of the Océan-class of ships. These were a series of 118-gun three-decker ships of the line of the French Navy, designed by engineer Jacques-Noël Sané. Launched on July 20, 1791, she was originally named the Dauphin Royal, but having come into service during a time of great political upheaval, she was promptly renamed. As a tribute to a political movement, she was dubbed the Sans-Culotte. She retained this name for three years before it also became contentious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eL'Orient\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis box set contains:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComponents for 1 resin Orient ship hull\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal components for masts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinted sails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eL'Orient ship card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWake markers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBobbin for rigging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcetate Ratlines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA sheet of flags \u0026amp; pennants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e"}

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{"id":6535746027578,"title":"Black Seas: USS Essex","handle":"black-seas-uss-essex","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrder today and get 20% off RRP and free shipping within the UK over £75.00!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe USS Essex was a 36-gun frigate that participated in the Quasi-War with France, the First Barbary War, and the War of 1812. She was very successful in disrupting British whaling in the Pacific, before being captured in 1814, and re-purposed as the HMS Essex under the Royal Navy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLaunched on 30 September 1799, she was armed with short ranged carronades that could not hope to match the range of 18 or 24 pounder naval guns. 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Of the 12 ships Porter had captured, only one returned to the United States; seven returned to British control, three were sunk, and the Chilean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs HMS Essex, she was reclassed as a 42-gun ship, serving as a troopship in 1819, and hulked in 1823 to serve as a prison ship in Cork initially, and Kingstown from 1824 until 1834.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen used as part of a US Navy fleet in Black Seas, the special rules pay tribute to its successful run in capturing whaling vessels. 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She was very successful in disrupting British whaling in the Pacific, before being captured in 1814, and re-purposed as the HMS Essex under the Royal Navy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLaunched on 30 September 1799, she was armed with short ranged carronades that could not hope to match the range of 18 or 24 pounder naval guns. The US Navy accepted her nevertheless and under the captaincy of Edward Preble, holding the distinction of being the first US Naval ship to cross the Equator in early 1800.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first Barbary War saw duties shift to the Mediterranean, with blockading and convoy escort duties at Gibraltar as well as participating in the Battle of Deme (27 April 1805).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the declaration of the War of 1812, USS Essex achieved major success in disrupting British whaling activities in the Pacific under the command of Captain David Porter. From February 1813, over the course of a year, Porter successfully captured 12 British Whalers, and 360 prisoners, whilst sailing around Cape Horn and cruising the Pacific.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, On 28 March 1814 at the battle of Valparaiso, Porter was forced to surrender to the frigate HMS Phoebe and the sloop-of-war HMS Cherub when Essex became too disabled to offer any resistance. Of the 12 ships Porter had captured, only one returned to the United States; seven returned to British control, three were sunk, and the Chilean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs HMS Essex, she was reclassed as a 42-gun ship, serving as a troopship in 1819, and hulked in 1823 to serve as a prison ship in Cork initially, and Kingstown from 1824 until 1834.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen used as part of a US Navy fleet in Black Seas, the special rules pay tribute to its successful run in capturing whaling vessels. When making boarding actions with the USS Essex, the benefits from a +2 modifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContains 1 Resin \u0026amp; Metal Vessel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModels supplied unassembled and unpainted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":6535746420794,"title":"Black Seas: HMS Royal Sovereign","handle":"black-seas-hms-royal-sovereign","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrder today and get 20% off RRP and free shipping within the UK over £75.00!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHMS Royal Sovereign was a 1st Rate Ship-of-the-Line of the Royal Navy, bearing 100 guns. She was launched from Plymouth Dockyard in 1786 and developed somewhat of a poor reputation from her crew, supposedly dubbed \"West Country Wagon\" owing to poor manoeuvrability and speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrior to her famous role at the Battle of Trafalgar, she participated in the battles of \"The Glorious First of June\" as the flagship of Vice-Admiral Thomas Graves, and was Cornwallis' flagship in his famous retreat of 16 June 1795. In the latter battle, after a day's pursuit, a far larger French fleet came within firing range of the entire Brtish fleet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRealising the danger to his rearguard, Cornwallis brought Royal Sovereign southwards imposing his vessel between the two fleets, using the power of the 1st rate's broadside to dissuade the pursuing French. In doing so, he managed to delay the French long enough until the appearance of an unknown fleet spooked the French into their own retreat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHMS Royal Sovereign is an exceptionally powerful 1st Rate in the game. Beware the brunt of her broadside, particularly if you choose to include Admiral Collingwood as a character in your fleet. His presence will allow his ship and friendly vessels near, to re-roll its initial broadside. 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She was launched from Plymouth Dockyard in 1786 and developed somewhat of a poor reputation from her crew, supposedly dubbed \"West Country Wagon\" owing to poor manoeuvrability and speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrior to her famous role at the Battle of Trafalgar, she participated in the battles of \"The Glorious First of June\" as the flagship of Vice-Admiral Thomas Graves, and was Cornwallis' flagship in his famous retreat of 16 June 1795. In the latter battle, after a day's pursuit, a far larger French fleet came within firing range of the entire Brtish fleet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRealising the danger to his rearguard, Cornwallis brought Royal Sovereign southwards imposing his vessel between the two fleets, using the power of the 1st rate's broadside to dissuade the pursuing French. 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{"id":6535744618554,"title":"Black Seas: Spanish Navy 1st Rate","handle":"black-seas-spanish-navy-1st-rate","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrder today and get 20% off RRP and free shipping within the UK over £75.00!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst-rate ships of the line are the ultimate vessel in Black Seas. These ships pack a tremendous punch and can take quite the pummelling. Any enemy unfortunate enough to be caught in the broadside of a 1st Rate is not likely to be around long enough to take the tale. 1st Rates also have access to the greatest quantity and wealth of customisation and upgrade options in the game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpanish 1st Rates are especially characterful when utilising the national special rules in the game. Many Spanish vessels were extremely heavily armed, and thus can take the ’Over Gunned’ upgrade for no additional cost. This bonus does not come without penalty however, as such bulky ships were difficult to sail. They must therefore pass a skill test when attempting to sail at a quicker rate of knots. Veteran crews are also not allowed to be taken on such ‘Over Gunned’ 1st Rates ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eContains 1 resin and metal ship and Black Seas Game Accessories.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModels supplied unassembled and unpainted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2021-02-25T15:18:10+00:00","created_at":"2021-02-25T15:18:08+00:00","vendor":"Warlord Games","type":"Black Seas","tags":["Black Seas","Warlordgames"],"price":2520,"price_min":2520,"price_max":2520,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":3150,"compare_at_price_min":3150,"compare_at_price_max":3150,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":39247169257530,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Black Seas: Spanish Navy 1st Rate","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":2520,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":3150,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/battlegroundgaming.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/products\/792413003-Spanish-Navy-1st-Rate1.jpg?v=1614266290"],"featured_image":"\/\/battlegroundgaming.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/products\/792413003-Spanish-Navy-1st-Rate1.jpg?v=1614266290","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":20164641226810,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":2048,"width":2048,"src":"\/\/battlegroundgaming.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/products\/792413003-Spanish-Navy-1st-Rate1.jpg?v=1614266290"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":2048,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/battlegroundgaming.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/products\/792413003-Spanish-Navy-1st-Rate1.jpg?v=1614266290","width":2048}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrder today and get 20% off RRP and free shipping within the UK over £75.00!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst-rate ships of the line are the ultimate vessel in Black Seas. These ships pack a tremendous punch and can take quite the pummelling. Any enemy unfortunate enough to be caught in the broadside of a 1st Rate is not likely to be around long enough to take the tale. 1st Rates also have access to the greatest quantity and wealth of customisation and upgrade options in the game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpanish 1st Rates are especially characterful when utilising the national special rules in the game. Many Spanish vessels were extremely heavily armed, and thus can take the ’Over Gunned’ upgrade for no additional cost. This bonus does not come without penalty however, as such bulky ships were difficult to sail. They must therefore pass a skill test when attempting to sail at a quicker rate of knots. Veteran crews are also not allowed to be taken on such ‘Over Gunned’ 1st Rates ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eContains 1 resin and metal ship and Black Seas Game Accessories.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModels supplied unassembled and unpainted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":6535745732666,"title":"Black Seas: scenery pack","handle":"black-seas-scenery-pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrder today and get 20% off RRP and free shipping within the UK over £75.00!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll find within the box plenty to add variety to your games of Black Seas. Rocks of various shapes and sizes can provide tricky obstacles to negotiate with your vessels. They are also capable of blocking line of sight - a wily Captain, should his sailing be savvy enough, can use them to stalk an enemy in relative safety before pouncing upon his prey. But be careful not to collide. They are particular use in Scenario 11 (Page 48 of the Black Seas Rulebook).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSinking vessels can lend a game an extra layer of authenticity. Use them to replace your own ships as they fall in battle. Wrecks are treated the same as rocks, as such a sinking vessel can provide a sudden and unexpected obstacle for either side to negotiate.  Alternatively, they could be used as the objective for a scenario - to rescue a crew or a valuable cargo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFortifications are a significant part of a number of scenarios in the book, such as scenario 7 - Coastal Raid (Page 44 of the Black Seas Rulebook). Martello towers were a common sight along the British coastline and employed a 360-degree arc of fire - a formidable coastal defence. Also included are gun emplacements and a lighthouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMiniatures are a mixture of metal \u0026amp; resin\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModels supplied unassembled and unpainted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2021-02-25T15:18:35+00:00","created_at":"2021-02-25T15:18:35+00:00","vendor":"Warlord Games","type":"Black Seas","tags":["Black Seas","Warlordgames"],"price":3120,"price_min":3120,"price_max":3120,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":3900,"compare_at_price_min":3900,"compare_at_price_max":3900,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":39247170142266,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Black Seas: scenery pack","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":3120,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":3900,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/battlegroundgaming.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/products\/792410008-Black-Seas-scenery-pack3.jpg?v=1614266316"],"featured_image":"\/\/battlegroundgaming.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/products\/792410008-Black-Seas-scenery-pack3.jpg?v=1614266316","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":20164642046010,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":2048,"width":2048,"src":"\/\/battlegroundgaming.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/products\/792410008-Black-Seas-scenery-pack3.jpg?v=1614266316"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":2048,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/battlegroundgaming.co.uk\/cdn\/shop\/products\/792410008-Black-Seas-scenery-pack3.jpg?v=1614266316","width":2048}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrder today and get 20% off RRP and free shipping within the UK over £75.00!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll find within the box plenty to add variety to your games of Black Seas. Rocks of various shapes and sizes can provide tricky obstacles to negotiate with your vessels. They are also capable of blocking line of sight - a wily Captain, should his sailing be savvy enough, can use them to stalk an enemy in relative safety before pouncing upon his prey. But be careful not to collide. They are particular use in Scenario 11 (Page 48 of the Black Seas Rulebook).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSinking vessels can lend a game an extra layer of authenticity. Use them to replace your own ships as they fall in battle. Wrecks are treated the same as rocks, as such a sinking vessel can provide a sudden and unexpected obstacle for either side to negotiate.  Alternatively, they could be used as the objective for a scenario - to rescue a crew or a valuable cargo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFortifications are a significant part of a number of scenarios in the book, such as scenario 7 - Coastal Raid (Page 44 of the Black Seas Rulebook). Martello towers were a common sight along the British coastline and employed a 360-degree arc of fire - a formidable coastal defence. Also included are gun emplacements and a lighthouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMiniatures are a mixture of metal \u0026amp; resin\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModels supplied unassembled and unpainted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":6535737475130,"title":"Black Seas: French Navy 3rd Rates of Renown","handle":"black-seas-french-navy-3rd-rates-of-renown","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrder today and get 20% off RRP and free shipping within the UK over £75.00!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis box set outfits you with three French Navy Third-Rate-Ships-of-the-line. Building upon the superb third rate plastic sprues, the box contains additional metal components to make the following famous vessels, all of which were present at the Battle of Trafalgar!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndomptable- A Tonnant-class 80-gun ship of the line, Indomptable was laid down in 1788 and saw active service from 1791. In her first engagement at The Glorious First of June she lost her mast and had to be towed back to Brest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the command of Admirable Villeneuve she went to sea as part of a large fleet bound for the West Indies, but returned for Europe upon news that Nelson had arrived there. In the Battle of Cape Finisterre, a violent artillery exchange was halted by thick fog, an exhausted French fleet thus anchored in Ferrol before sailing on to Cadiz. Admiral Villeneuve, with his command under threat, vowed to meet the British at the Cape of Trafalgar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Trafalgar, Indomptable was part of the Spanish line, engaging Vice Admiral Collingwood's flagship HMS Royal Sovereign, as well as HMS Belleisle, HMS Revenge, HMS Dreadnought and HMS Thunderer. Drifting downwind, and out of range, she turned back towards Cadiz but got caught in a rescue operation for Bucentaure which had struck a reef. 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Despite their relative size and power compared to larger 1\u003csup\u003est\u003c\/sup\u003e and 2\u003csup\u003end\u003c\/sup\u003e rates, it was considered that 3\u003csup\u003erd\u003c\/sup\u003e rates maintained an effective, perhaps even superior balance between sailing ability, firepower and cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a number of nations, 3rd rates were the most popular ship size. Cheaper to operate and easier to sail without the sacrifice of offensive capability, the only ships a 3rd rate could not single-handedly engage were larger three-decked ships. 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{"id":4613868093498,"title":"Black Seas: Frigates \u0026 Brigs Flotilla (1770 - 1830)","handle":"black-seas-rigates-brigs-flotilla-1770-1830","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrder today and get 20% off RRP and free shipping within the UK over £75.00!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"collapse-tab1\" data-tabcontent=\"\" class=\"tab-content active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrigates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrigates were perhaps the hardest-worked of warship types during the Age of Sail.  A small warship with a perfect balance of speed, armament and resilience that made it one of the perfect vessels for single-ship action and privateering against merchant ships. It usually had one main gun deck as well as the guns positioned on the top decks. These were categorised as either 5th or 6th rate within the British Rating System, dependent on the number of guns they mounted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 5th rates were the archetypal frigates of the period. Used for single-ship actions and privateering, they could make their crews very rich as a result of the share of the prize money for any captured ship. A frigate was a desirable posting for a Royal Navy officer as they often saw action, so glory and promotion were more likely in addition to monetary benefits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrigates scouted for the fleet, went on commerce-raiding missions and patrols, and conveyed messages and dignitaries. Usually, frigates would fight in small numbers or singly against other frigates. They would avoid contact with ships-of-the-line; Indeed, even in the midst of a fleet engagement, it was bad etiquette for a ship of the line to fire on an enemy frigate which had not fired first... Wargamers take note!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrig\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA two-masted square-rigged vessel, with between 10 and 18 cannons, frequently used in combat actions by various navies. Ships with less than 20 cannons were considered Unrated. These were not really meant to participate in large battles – that was the domain of the ships of the line. However, they were the vessels of choice for privateers and still played a valuable role during larger battles, relaying orders and messages in a similar fashion to the 6th rates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Frigates \u0026amp; Brigs Flotilla box contains all you need to get these vessels to the tabletop. These are suitable for navies of any nation. 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French ships have access to the 'sturdy' upgrade for a discount, and thus have a significant number of ship point to chew through. Of course, 1st rates are generally very powerful, but point for point, a French 1st rate should be sticking around longer to wreak havoc among your enemy's formations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe highly detailed kit comes with optional figureheads (see picture) enabling your 1st Rate to truly stand out. 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{"id":4613844762682,"title":"Black Seas: USS Constitution","handle":"black-seas-uss-constitution","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today and get 20% off RRP and free shipping within the UK over £75.00!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSS Constitution was one of six Heavy Frigates commissioned by the United States Congress in 1794 to protect American shipping against Barbary Pirates in the Mediterranean. These frigates were designed to outmatch the frigates of any other nation while remaining nimble enough to slip away from larger ships-of-the-line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese six frigates (Chesapeake, Constitution, President, United States, Congress, and Constellation. Chesapeake, Constitution, President and United States) were armed with 44 guns, normally a mix of long 24-pounders and 32-pound carronades. 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