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Impetus

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description Impetus Overview

Impetus is a historical miniatures wargame ruleset designed for ancient, medieval, and Renaissance warfare. Published by the Italian company Dadi e Piombo, the game is notable for its distinctive basing system, which evaluates units by the physical size of the base rather than the exact number of miniature figures mounted on it. This approach allows players to use existing collections of miniatures without rebasing them for competitive play. The mechanics focus on command and control, unit morale, and tactical formations.

help Impetus FAQ

What periods can the Impetus rules cover?

Impetus is written for ancient, medieval, and Renaissance warfare. The same ruleset can therefore cover several historical periods instead of being limited to one army list or century.

What is unusual about basing in Impetus?

Impetus evaluates units by the physical size of their bases rather than relying mainly on the number of miniatures in a formation. This lets players use larger scenic bases while keeping the base itself important to gameplay.

Who publishes Impetus?

Impetus is published by the Italian company Dadi e Piombo. The rules are intended for historical battles involving ancient, medieval, and Renaissance armies.

Does Impetus require a particular miniature scale?

The rules' distinctive feature is their base-size system, so the footprint of a unit matters more than a fixed miniature count. Players should therefore plan their basing scheme before building an army.

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