9-Player Pyrrhic War Campaign | TURN 1

[@willthejedi17]

"Who has lost his hair in service of Rome" made me LOL, great video

[@frankdonatelli343]

As a fellow baldy I feel this.

[@baldiesbattlesinminiature5902]

I concur

[@bryantwu8993]

I wept when he said that.

[@FeyTheBin]

Man put too much olive oil on his head.

[@lautaroalday7225]

nice pfp handsome

[@thepaintingfish7489]

The campaign map really elevated this to a whole new level

[@richmcgee434]

A thing of beauty, yeah.

[@fuferito]

When a man wearing a turtleneck and jacket combination speaks about ancient history in a British accent, you know it's epic.

[@LittleWarsTV]

DAMN RIGHT. The British accent is simply required for ancient history.

[@Jamiethedragon365]

Depends my Yorkshire lecturer at university gave an interesting wording to Napoleonic war module

[@user-uy1rg8td1v]

@@LittleWarsTV Great video and channel. I just want to say the dialogue sound quality isn't as good as in previous videos. Are they wearing mics? They could help. Or just have boom mic overhead.

[@LittleWarsTV]

@@user-uy1rg8td1v In THIS episode the sound quality was not great because we were running an air purifier in the club (we filmed it during COVID, a year ago). In the next four episodes the purifier isn't running!

[@anadaere6861]

@@LittleWarsTV I can only imagine a British guy reading historical accounts then immediately donning the red coat once they are involved / present

[@alexG106]

Pyrrhus taking Syracuse is HUGE! That alone would have saved him the trips to and fro Sicily and allowed him to focus on stopping Rome in its tracks. For predictions: I expect Pyrrhus to mop up Sicily in turn 2, for Rome to start threatening the Greek cities in southern Italy and for turn 3 to feature the first huge battle of the war and likely the most decisive one for how the war will play out.

[@LittleWarsTV]

Next week we'll see how good your predictions turn out. Pyrrhus indeed will attempt to "mop up" Sicily. Just how well that goes remains to be seen!

[@SwordlordRoy]

As one of the honorable senators who also advised caution towards the start of this war, I was one of the many who voted for Gregianus. His plan was sound, even though his sound did not go to plan.

[@alans3023]

An excellent start to the campaign. But it also illustrates my one concern with rulesets like Age of Hannibal - everything hinges on the roll of a single die and I, like Greg in this case, can be relied upon to roll 1s (or whatever the worst roll happens to be) time after time. Whatever happened to ‘average dice’ or dice rolled in pairs (or triples) to give weighted scores and allow good strategies a better chance of working. None of which changes my enjoyment of Littlewars TV or my anticipation for the next episode. Thank you.

[@LittleWarsTV]

Dice karma tends to work itself out in the end...with enough rolls, everyone tends to revert to the mean. And in Turn 2, you might just see a little bit of that :)

[@davidnemoseck9007]

I know what you mean. I, at times, can roll really bad.

[@jacobkingan60]

@@LittleWarsTV romes gonna steam roll Carthage arnt they? Also now you guys have me playing Rome 2 total war

[@ahmadtheIED]

@@LittleWarsTV Ehh, i agree with Alan here. Unless it's DnD and you have dice economy on your side, it's unreasonable to expect the dice to average to the mean, as such only really happens with extremely large sample sets. In fact, it's actually super common in computation to get sample sets which tend wildly toward one extreme or another. This is a consequence of Boehr's law applied to hexanoic distributions.

[@ClockworkAnomaly]

@@LittleWarsTV From the opposite side of things, I have been working on a system that relies not on rolls, but concentric "Rock-Paper-Scissors" calculations to allow maximum player agency while still obscuring the immediate outcome of things a bit. Within the system, you could become the same as a master chess player and remove all doubt vs your lessers (whether thats good or bad is opinion). I think its worth a try to produce a range of systems, from wild luck, to weighted luck, to no luck. People value various things. Someday I hope you'll have the opportunity to try my system ^^

[@robertmalmstrom3236]

This campaign is why I am a patron; fun, games, and history.

[@MrRoflcopter146]

Best wargaming channel on YT

[@CB-zq1ky]

You got that right!

[@LittleWarsTV]

Wow, thank you Stu!

[@lyinarbaeldeth2456]

This campaign board and setup is amazing! I love the dedication for full costumes as well. You guys are aces.

[@LittleWarsTV]

Aces or just really shameless geeks. Maybe both?

[@Jamiethedragon365]

@@LittleWarsTV is there a difference?

[@WargamesTonight]

I always knew Steve was Pyrrhus! A highly entertaining video. I was half-expecting Steve would have had backup singers repeating his taunts in harmony to reflect Pyrrhus' larger-than-life personality? That would have been awesome!

[@LittleWarsTV]

OF COURSE it was always going to be Steve. Naturally!

[@MC-pt8kv]

Your videos are always a treat, I love your channel and how audacious you guys are in coming up with these big, visually and mechanically impressive games and campaigns. I'm curious how others feel about the rather serious and 'epic' tone of the intro in this video. I really enjoy the silliness and lighthearted way your club members tend to approach most games and the difference was very apparent this time.

[@LittleWarsTV]

Oh yes, we went for the "epic tone" introduction on purpose. This was a very big, epic project for the club. But I think you'll discover plenty of silly, light-hearted moments coming in this as the guys get into it....

[@lukevillarreal1458]

--Gonna be a bit of a Gregianus apologist here-- I feel like his strategy of diplomacy and maneuver would have worked had his rolls been even statistically average. Also, there really weren't any major catastrophes for Rome here, so the compounding Roman advantage through the following turns will be able to be brought to bear without having to make up for previous casualties. I think Greg did okay given his limited information, however I will not lie- I was kinda on the Gregianus hate train on patreon for a while, this video clears a lot up though. Idk what do you guys think?

[@italianstallion7272]

I would hope the denouncment of gregianus on patreon were both long winded and inflammatory

[@TheMoose8181]

The best mechanic of this whole campaign, IMO, is the consular election. It doesn't really matter if Gregianus made the right strategic decisions or not, all that matters is whether or not he gets reelected to continue with his strategy. Great mechanic.

[@SuperDuperHappyTime]

While his strategy may have been sufficient, his leadership skills matched what you would expect for a guy with anus in his name.

[@elgenerico6263]

@@TheMoose8181 realistically though, no Roman consul would be reelected

[@generaltom6850]

A Flaminium strategy.

[@colink563]

So great to have Dr. Goldsworthy speaking. He was a staple for some of my absolute favorite history documentaries on History channel (when they showed history), BBC, and even Smithsonian. Really cool to have him included!

[@michaelstein7510]

I remember him from Decisive Battles, where they re-created historical battles with Rome Total War.

[@HeavyH2006]

Absolutely fabulous stuff!! A remarkably fascinating & enthralling watch & great role play by all at Little Wars. Can’t wait for next installment! Big thank you!

[@jakewarden5872]

You did a good job hyping this campaign and episode 1 was worth the wait. Excited to see Turn 2 and some minis in action :) Really well done, folks.

[@LittleWarsTV]

Oh the minis are going to get quite a bit of action by the end of this campaign....

[@TheMoose8181]

I’m so into this campaign. Thank you guys, looking forward to the next turn!

[@LittleWarsTV]

Next Tuesday morning, Chapter 2!

[@duxae1617]

I like how this campaign has uncontested withdrawal mechanic. Some games act as if generals couldn't escape a field battle which is highly unrealistic. Almost all battles I can think of were mutually agreed on encounters. As such this campaign is a series of sieges and manuevers which is cool

[@LittleWarsTV]

Yes that always struck us as a realistic maneuver for a commander. But we do have a penalty for withdraw, allowing the attacker to gain a free diplomacy roll in the space vacated.

[@wayoutwest7]

I am so stoked for this.

[@LittleWarsTV]

We are stoked to finally release it! We've been working on this for a long time and damn...we think the five-part campaign turned out great!

[@Lehr-km5be]

I'm already in love with this series :) Rome Total War soundtrack hits so good with what is happening in the game. Highly looking forward to the next episodes!

[@charlessapp1835]

This is the best Little Wars content yet! I love how you combine the campaign map with on the field battles. My brother and I are just getting started in wargaming and my dream was do do something like this someday.

[@theandf]

I love this. Roleplayed, high stakes scenarios is what Little Wars TV does best. Kudos to you guys.

[@jadegreen438]

This is super cool I love the mechanics of the Roman Senate. I'm really excited for more and seeing that I had to wait for over a year to see this I am not disappointed at all.

[@LittleWarsTV]

That's a relief to hear! All the filming and editing took us a lot longer than expected, but we tried to pull out all the stops for this one. We had no idea how it would turn out in the end, but all 5 turns wind up telling one hell of a story.

[@jadegreen438]

@@LittleWarsTV that's exciting to hear. You guys are awesome keep up the good work!

[@Don_Juan89]

Pyrrhus Wars are some of my most favorite Campaigns in Italy. The Victories of the true Macedonian Style of warfare over Rome and Romes tenacity and ability to come back again and again are amazing! Looking forward to this!

[@scarletphantom6403]

I love the Rome: Total War music and sounds in the video and look forward to watching the rest of the series. Gotta say, I am captivated, bravo and good work!

[@JohnW78]

Fantastic!...the pageantry!....the drama! Truly taking it all to the next level guys. Except for the rolls which were comical at best. I cannot wait for Part II.

[@josephcade6425]

Excellent start. Had I a vote, I would have voted for Greg but I see he also rolled dice pretty much like I usually do. Looking for some battles next turn (and better die rolling for the new consul).

[@LittleWarsTV]

Rome's next consul must pray to different gods than Gregianus, let's just leave it at that until next week....

[@alexwitzaney9018]

Really appreciate Greg's and Steve's humor and costumes. LOL

[@PatGilliland]

Do not throw your augury birds in the ocean! Great start to a new series - and that table- amazing!

[@rogerbogh3884]

Damn, I SO MUCH want to see that documentary... Great format on the Consul elections. That was an AMAZING idea.

[@LittleWarsTV]

We're editing the documentary now and will have it ready to roll out as soon as the campaign ends!

[@richardklug822]

The play acting is entertaining, but your well designed, solid game play is what keeps me watching, even with battles/campaigns outside my areas of interest. Great job guys!

[@chrismikucki9107]

Simply outstanding guys! Well worth the wait.

[@crumbum2]

Love the format! A quick intro with a link to the full backstory, and then thrown right into the battlefield. Your channel keeps getting better and better!

[@LittleWarsTV]

Hell yea, we aren't wasting any time with this one! There will be a ton of content later for the history of the real war, but we know people around here want to see the gaming! They've waited long enough!

[@rosmith606]

This is my first exposure to the channel and I have to say, the Patreon voters simulating the senate is ingenious. I appreciate the measured tactics displayed by Rome but alas, cursed by the dice rolls!

[@MrRschwab]

A Great first year! Greg, Fortuna is a fickle mistress, her cornucopia of blessings missed you!

[@michaelg.1786]

Amazing map terrain. The prior video showing the construction was very informative. Maybe though, Gregianus should command construction projects only!

[@LittleWarsTV]

Hahahah yes, either exile or demotion to prefect in charge of aqueduct construction!

[@michaelg.1786]

@@LittleWarsTV 🤣

[@WeirdGuy4928]

The wait is finally over! Looking very nice so far.

[@K-972.]

Cant wait to watch all these

[@LittleWarsTV]

We'll air them every week, back-to-back!

[@generalsmite7167]

The perfect beginning to a ancient campaign

[@KrisV385]

Yes! Been waiting for this and it was well worth the wait!! Thanks LWTV and well done.

[@utgaardhorstson2353]

Very entertaining and exciting video - I'll stay tuned and am looking forward to the next episodes.

[@PatS152]

Super Excited for this series!

[@miscdisc4854]

Amazing! Campaign looks awesome!

[@green6horn]

Really excited to see this finally come together. Great work folks.

[@LittleWarsTV]

Thank you, Todd!

[@3tacoman]

It begins !!!!!

[@norm977]

thank you - a huge enrichment of the hobby.

[@Malbeefance]

Steve and Greg's humor really helped elevate the fun of this video.

[@tpd71261]

Very impressive, great job guys. looking forward to the rest of the campaign...

[@meleechad6695]

The fog of war you guys add to games like this really makes these games stand out.

[@vincentgregory1470]

What a great, great start to this campaign I've been excited for. Thank you!

[@LittleWarsTV]

Just the tip of the iceberg, Vincent!

[@utkphilobio]

Really looking forward to the rest of the series!

[@EricVulgaris]

what an excellent campaign report!

[@MoggAssassin]

This was a fun campaign to vote in. Keep up the content!

[@derekburge5294]

This is dorkery on a scale I didn't think was possible. Love it. Subscribed. Utinam barbari spatium proprium tuum invadant!

[@deathmagnetic300]

This is epic! So freaking stoked for this! You guys have kicked up the channel to an all time high! Reliving history to the day with the Civil War, now a 9 month campaign! What does the club have next as a challenge?!?! Impressive work!

[@LittleWarsTV]

We ALWAYS have the next project brewing...it's a good one.

[@jeffwilbanks384]

fantastic stuff. you guys just keep getting better and better at presenting such wonderful and inspiring historical miniature games and campaigns.

[@yesinup4116]

Woah. How have I not found this channel yet?! This is awesome!

[@LittleWarsTV]

We don't know!! We've been waiting for you!

[@j.w.9669]

Great video can‘t wait for Part 2

[@esr243]

This is brilliant. Love the gameplay too. I know why I am a patron for the last year.

[@LittleWarsTV]

Thank you for that! This madness was possible because of you and this awesome community. You guys are to blame to for what's to come!

[@randomguardsman5554]

Damn I waited so long for this campaign. Finally

[@pyrosianheir]

This sounds absolutely insane, and I'm so excited. Edit: Man, the dice were just NOT in Greg's favor this time.

[@chiproush7480]

this is the content I crave on KZbin. Well done

[@hordynighthawk325]

Cannot wait for next part

[@svedenska4535]

Well, this was well in the making

[@j.b.macadam6516]

Outstanding campaign and video! Like our gaming group, you guys really get into the spirit of the era and game. I am really looking forward to the next year and what it shall bring. Carry on, Gentlemen!

[@LittleWarsTV]

Haha oh yes. Our guys get into it for sure. We are super nerds.

[@logannoble6707]

Oh man how I was devastated when I checked and I cant just binge watch this series :( I cant wait for the next episode !

[@LittleWarsTV]

Anticipation is half the fun! We'll roll right through the campaign week by week!

[@kamikazebadger2686]

Amazing work! I can’t wait to see all the turns played out.

[@andypickard7314]

So worth the wait! You certainly turned it up to 11 with this production.

[@paintballinrn]

this is just amazing, cant wait to see the rest

[@Warhoon]

This was amazing! The effort is very much appreciated!

[@lordbruno47]

Very epic video, i look forward to part 2 when it comes out.

[@bigsarge2085]

This is fantastic!

[@gerhardengelbrecht9116]

First time on the channel this is awesome!

[@LittleWarsTV]

Welcome, Gerhard! However you managed to find us, we thank the KZbin gods!

[@frankdonatelli343]

This is incredible. Thank you. Just want I needed on my lunch break

[@LittleWarsTV]

Good news then, Frank. You have some really, really fun lunch breaks coming this month....

[@chrisrobinson196]

Superb, thanks for episode 1, look forward to seeing who leads Rome in episode 2!

[@jellybryce7742]

awesome series. looking forward to more!

[@alans6752]

As always - damn fine stuff from you all. Very inspiring! Love campaigns, so that's just tops the cake!!

[@eoinmccormack1940]

Very excited for this, well done to you all on the massive effort!

[@gladioveritasentertainment3915]

Great beginning to the series, gentlemen! But I cannot wait to see an actual battle take place!

[@LittleWarsTV]

A battle you say? How about five battles! This thing heats up fast and gets bloody....

[@gladioveritasentertainment3915]

@@LittleWarsTV 😳😲 Five battles!?! Good gods of Rome, Pyrrhus Steveus better be ready!

[@davidnemoseck9007]

Glad to see this finally out. Can't wait to see the rest of it!

[@DMiso90]

Amazing work, loved the map!

[@spockamania]

This campaign is even better with the Rome Total War music in the background. Such a good soundtrack

[@boredscholar6303]

You guys have outdone yourselves this time, absolutely fantastic!!!

[@Lelouch7201]

I’m so glad this is finally here. I’ve been waiting and it’s so exciting. I hope Pyrrhus wins

[@mattcarper9853]

This is really, really cool guys. I admit that I do not get into historical gaming much (me being a mech head in Battletech and all), but watching your games has tempted me to check stuff out many a time.

[@scottanderson5581]

Love this! Can't wait for the next installment!

[@mrgunn2726]

Two Consuls, who would alternate holding the fasces each month, would have been interesting if Rome had two players each handing off strategy.

[@troydodson9641]

A petty disagreement leads to disaster, love it

[@danielweiss7396]

YES! Can't Wait!

[@antoniomendoza2682]

Terrific way to start this campaign here on youtube. Well done guys, thanks!

[@DrewShotsFan]

Absolutely brilliant, guys 👍

[@treynine8418]

It's Table top total war and its amazing

[@maxschreck4095]

This was super fun alltough I couldn´t always follow what was going on on the map. Looking forward to watching part 2 shortly!

[@clashofspears8131]

the most absolutely fantastic campaign I have ever seen

[@troydodson9641]

Watched the finale trailer, which had me coming to the first episode. Holy crap, whenever I mentioned a table top, people tell me of Warhammer or D&D, which didn't catch my eye. I love the old histories, I didn't know these things extended to this period. The rule set and map blew me away, the armor is fun, and this is just episode one! Pyrrhic campaign is an amazing choice and have the crowd pick Consul is wild! I don't know what inspired the fickle and horrific Algorithm Gods to send me that trailer, but it worked this time!

[@RubberToeYT]

Great episode, looking forward to the rest of the series, can’t wait for how it will all come together

[@davepumphouse1378]

Worth waiting for!!!

[@davidschneider5462]

Outstanding! I'm not really an Ancients player, but this is a great campaign start. I am looking forward to the rest of the videos.

[@Marv2121]

First video I have watched from you guys, and it's beautiful to know this is just the tip of the iceberg! I have my eyes glued to my notifications when you release year two! Keep up the great work!

[@paulbenson9015]

Well done Gents, well worth the wait. Looking forward to the next turn👍

[@davidbest4908]

Really good video. I wish I had gotten involved at the start of the campaign. Very enjoyable.

[@obamasisi-fegreg3255]

This is amazing!!!!