Action Rules — Est. Historical Wargaming
Authoritative wargame rule systems for the serious student of military history and simulation.
Our Mission
Action Rules publishes meticulously researched wargame systems grounded in historical accuracy and tactical realism. Each rule set is the product of decades of study, playtesting, and refinement — crafted for players who demand authenticity on the tabletop.
Order of Battle
Five distinct rule systems, each engineered for a specific theatre of historical conflict.
Field Orders
Complete rule sets are available as PDF downloads. Each document is formatted for print and field reference, with full designer's notes and quick-reference charts.
Conventions
Join fellow commanders on the convention circuit.
The premier historical miniatures gaming convention in North America.
HMGS East's autumn convention — a full weekend of historical gaming.
HMGS East's winter convention, featuring hundreds of historical wargame events.
Dispatches from the Field
Tactical guidance and designer insights for the serious player.
Understanding the command radius and activation sequence is the foundation of effective play in any Action Rules system.
Historical commanders lived and died by terrain selection. Learn how to read the table and exploit ground features for maximum effect.
Firepower destroys bodies; morale destroys armies. A thorough understanding of the morale system separates good players from great ones.
About the Designer
Action Rules is the work of a lifelong student of military history and wargame design. Each system represents years of research, historical consultation, and rigorous playtesting with dedicated gaming groups across the country.
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