He described his rules-writing philosophy as simply ""It is my aim to produce the most accurate and playable rules I possibly can""



The WRG Ancients rule series were both the first rule books professionally printed and the first universal rule set. They went through 7 editions and were the standard ancient wargames rules from 1969 until replaced by DBM in 1993.



This reprint includes the classic Introduction to ancient warfare The Airfix Guide to Ancient Wargaming by Phil Barker.



Advice on tactics, Guide to sources, How ancient wargaming began, Sample army lists



The complete WRG 6th edition rules for simulating every aspect of ancient and medieval warfare, from the battlefield to full scale sieges and shipboard fighting.



The History of Wargaming Project is edited by John Curry. It aims to present the very best wargaming books and rules to a modern audience.