Legends of the Old West

Published 2004

LEGENDS OF THE OLD WEST is a tabletop miniatures game which allows you to bring to life the deeds of the brave lawmen and gunfighters of the most famous period in America's history. (from the Foundry webpage). This beautiful 136-page book lays out rules for gunfights (and bar fights and knife fights) using miniatures to represent the famous gunslingers of the old American West. Beyond the rules for combat, the book is really an invitation to start a light RPG compaign, evaluating each member of your potential gang and assigning a dollar value to keep him on retainer. So use your old railroad buildings to stage a gunfight or created an entire economic campaign pitting the ranchers against the sod-busters. All the tools are in this book. Like all Games Workshop books, there is plenty of eye candy and tips on painting and scenery. LotOW is proportedly based on Warhammer and Lord of the Rings tabletop battle game with Necromunda and Mordheim mixed in.

Mechanics

Dice Rolling Modular Board Simulation Variable Player Powers

Categories

American West Fighting Miniatures Wargame

Designers

Mark Latham Rick Priestley

Publishers

Warhammer Historical Wargames Ltd
Legends of the Old West

Game Info

Players
2-8 Players
Time
45 min
Weight
Medium — 2.62/5
Year
2004
BGG Rating
7.12
BGG Rank
#10093
Min Age
12+

Frequently Asked Questions

Legends of the Old West supports 2 to 8 players.
A typical game of Legends of the Old West takes about 45 minutes.
Legends of the Old West has a complexity rating of 2.62/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Medium' category. It offers a good balance of depth and accessibility.
The recommended minimum age for Legends of the Old West is 12+.
Legends of the Old West has a rating of 7.12/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 136 ratings. It is ranked #10093 overall.
Legends of the Old West was designed by Mark Latham, Rick Priestley. It was published in 2004.