Getting Into ASL | ASL Starter Kit #1 | Boardgame Discussion

[@nerdfatha]

Man, I thought getting into 40K was intimidating. ASL is on another level! and there are a lot of levels in between.

[@GPlewright]

40K requires you to build and paint models, buy the rules and codexes (every few years they are updated as well) and you need to build terrain too. Also in 40K all the stats for the troops and their weapons are written in the books. In the ASL starter kit you get three whole armies, no modelling and painting needed. I think in some ways ASL could be easier?

[@enginetruck20]

I remember playing the Avalon Hill version of Squad Leader. Great game and very detailed. This review is tempting me to buy this product.

[@Forge_n_Brush]

No better way to start than the Starter Kits. HIGHLY recommended. That's the way I am going. Thanks for the comment, Fed. Take care. ~Fritz

[@markrunyon6428]

They should have classes at the Community Colleges in ASL!

[@SteezyMcDude]

"This is not difficult to learn how to play". I get overwhelmed as soon as I open the box 😅

[@TheToekutter]

C'mon man, the SK rules in SK#1 is like 8 pages. 🤣

[@SteezyMcDude]

To be fair, when I made this comment 4 years ago ASLSK1 was my first ever real war game. It WAS overwhelming at the time but I've since gotten into GBOH, ASL, World in Flames, Paths of Glory and a few more. I would kill for another 8-page wargame now haha@@TheToekutter

[@jonclark299]

Thanks for your review, very interested in getting started with ASL

[@kennethsmith3719]

SL player since 1977, the best WW2 Infantry Squad level board game ever design, credited to John Hill (RIP). Start simple, you don't have to use every toy in the game system. The very best system is to find the 8 steps to SL. Using board 1 and a minimum of 3 MMC (squad) and 1 leader. The ASL scenario "The Front in Flames" is the perfect instructional way to teach and recruit new players. If you can find a intermediate level or experienced player you will learn faster.

[@Forge_n_Brush]

Thanks for the feedback. Appreciated. ~Fritz

[@venusboys3]

I bought SK1 a couple months ago but have yet to do more than thumb through it, look at the counters and such... so this is further encouragement.

[@bose5160]

SK's are THE best way to get into ASL today. If you then get the desire to dive deeper after 1 or 2 SK's, snag a binder of rules and Beyond Valor and just go ham. From there I'd recommend finding an updated edition of Yanks 3a and then either Rising Sun, Doomed Battalions, or For King and Country depending on which Theaters interest you more.

[@milky55way2012]

Buy the Pocket Edition of the rules as the ASL rule book is not available from MMP, but the Pocket edition does not have Chapter H. They (MMP) are planning to reprint the ASL rulebook but who knows when. You can get it online but at very high prices.

[@VonChoker]

Hey Fritz, love the talk about ASL and SK. I'm currently playing solo and am about halfway through SK2. I've also started playing on Vassal vs live opponent and have just finished scenario 1 from SK1. I'm interested in finding more online opponents. If you're interested in a regular opponent for ASL or GBACW (I just bought Death Valley and have never played any before) on the Vassal program you can hit me up for a game sometime. This goes for anyone else wanting to learn ASLSK too.

[@hex2redonealpha102]

Thanks. I agree with your comments, great way to get into ASL, or even jump to SL if you like ASLSK. SL is still great, paired with Iron Cross and your good to go, and no rule brick to learn.

[@milky55way2012]

Only prob going from ASLSK to SL is un-learning some ASL mechanics like Defensive fire.

[@landsurfer66]

That binder scares me. LOL.

[@Forge_n_Brush]

Lol... I know, right?!? The Starter Kits make a world of a difference. Thanks for the comment, landsurfer. ~Fritz

[@epicfoxtabletop2165]

If you get the latest edition of the RB there is a boot camp chapter. I found it easier to learn from than the SKs IMO.

[@Forge_n_Brush]

That's true - and fair. I have to say, however, the SK series gives you a self-contained, easily accessible game to guide you along. The sheer size of the RB puts a lot of people off. In the end, it all depends on what you are looking for, and how you are approaching the system. Thanks for the feedback, Epic. Much appreciated. :) ~Fritz

[@StewsReplay]

In all actuality, you pretty much use only about 20% of the RB. Even the infantry section, besides the core infantry rules, which is pretty much about 20 pages, the rest may not even come into play. If you play only infantry, Chaps A and B only and again, only boys and pieces

[@davidburris4799]

The more you play the funner it is. Once you get into the full game it gets really interesting. I've been playing ASL since 1986 with no gaps. As you play you will be constantly referencing the rules and that is how you learn. ASL is a blast and I will be playing forever.

[@JacopoJayVuga]

Sounds like Bob Ross telling you that you can be great in war games as well! Awesome!

[@Forge_n_Brush]

Hahhaa... that's epic. Thanks, Jacopo. ~Fritz

[@kennethsmith3719]

The more you play, the faster you learn and those that learn the rules usually win the game. "The man or won't read, is worse than the man who can't read"

[@Forge_n_Brush]

Well said. ~Fritz

[@28mmRPG]

Going though some of your old videos... I used to have old SQ with ALL the addons... man I wish I still had them. I was watching another channel that talked about MMP... got curious on how to get back into it.

[@Forge_n_Brush]

Hi, 28mm RPG. Highly recommend the starter kits. You really can't go wrong with these. Each set is focused on some particular aspect of WWII warfare, working from basic infantry, up through guns, tanks, afvs, Pacific, etc. Worth getting if you want to get back into it - which is what I did. :) Thanks for the feedback. ~Fritz

[@BigDaddyMacc]

So ASL kit 1-3 = Beyond Valor + asl rule book?

[@Forge_n_Brush]

The starter kits are designed to get you started playing. They do not replace the ASL rulebook and Beyond Valor. ~Fritz

[@Oblomovrising]

👍🏻 Thanks

[@e-4airman124]

thank you

[@WARdROBEPlaysWWII]

nice video and introduction - if someone who watched this video is interested, I'm getting ready to post an entire ASLK set, minus 1 Rally Point Magazine, for sale on the Advanced Squad Leader B/S/T and conversation group.

[@Forge_n_Brush]

Nice! And thanks, Todd. I'll 'pin' your comment to the top. ~K

[@WARdROBEPlaysWWII]

A Dash of Élan - GM's Alcove - wow, thank you

[@StewsReplay]

That's your stuff?? I was thinking of pulling the trigger on it

[@WARdROBEPlaysWWII]

Stews Replay - I’ve got someone asking seriously, but if you’re interested, let me know on FB and I’ll put you the queue - it’s not unusual for sales like this to fall through because of the price. Oh, yes you asked about the counters

[@Doomsfist]

So say I'm interested in retro games, is the original squad leader worth grabbing?

[@Forge_n_Brush]

Yes, if you can find it. An alternative is the ASL Starter Kits.

[@BronzeBullBalls]

Can't get any crunchier than ASL.

[@gridlink]

I just picked this up and it was $150 shipped in the US 😳