Maori Wars: The New Zealand Land Wars, 1845-1872

Maori Wars — The New Zealand Land Wars is a simulation of the principal uprisings that took place between 1845 and 1872 due to British colonial incursions into native Maori lands on the North Island of New Zealand. Conflict involved the destruction of numerous villages, pas (strongly fortified villages that featured intricate trench-works) and colonial settlements. The war introduced the British to a wily well-armed enemy whose defense works and strategy of ambush surprised and stymied them. As scenarios progress so does the extent of the conflict. More British regulars, native born Australian troops and New Zealand militia enter and are allied with increasingly more tribes who tend to change sides at the most inopportune times (those supporting the British came to be known as Queenites).

Historical scenarios feature low counter density, quick play time (under two hours), and features a novel bush-raiding rule that allows the players to move units temporarily off the map and then back in a new location. Random battle dispatches such as: SEEK PEACE, NEW RELIGION, and ATROCITIES force players to deal with new and developing crises.

• One 22" x 34" Map
• 2 Countersheets
  
• 6 Player Aid Card
• Rule Book
  
• 1 six-sided dice