Première République/First Republic VAE VICTIS

Game type: Historical two-player wargame
Theme: War of the First Coalition (French Revolutionary Wars, 1792-1797)
Publisher: Cérigo Editions (VaeVictis collection)
Reference: VJH006
Languages: French / English (bilingual components)
Playtime: ~3h*
Complexity: ★★★★☆ (7/9)
Age: 14+

Overview & Objective

First Republic places players in command of opposing forces during the War of the First Coalition:

• French Republic: Defend the Revolution against foreign invasions and internal threats.
• European Coalition: Led by Emperor Francis II and allies (Prussia, Britain, Bourbon Spain); aim to overturn the Republic and restore monarchy.

Players manage armies and political events with a card-driven system to rewrite history.

Key Features

• Card-Driven Gameplay combining military strategy and political decisions.
• Point-to-Point Map illustrating France and western Europe.
• Multiple Historical Scenarios from early war to full campaign.
• Historical Scale: One season per turn, one strength point = 5 000 troops.
• Bilingual Materials: Play in French or English.

Game Components

• One large map (61.5 × 59 cm)
• 216 die-cut counters and markers
• 72 cards (36 per side — French Republic / Coalition)
• Two rulebooks (FR/EN)
• One player aid
• Ten ziplock bags for organization

Included Scenarios

1. The Early War (1792-1793)
2. The Late War (1795-1797)
3. Bonaparte in Italy (1796)
4. Full Campaign (1792-1797)