RURIK: DAWN OF KIEV

As close as you can get to the definition of a weuro, waruro, or war-euro while still not deciding on the name. Area control is the main mechanism, bidding for actions and a series of victory point tracks plus miniatures has this epic game of tenth century conflict right at the top of our list. It’s heavier on the Euro side in terms of mechanics, but puts you in the general’s seat for wargame strategy thrills. Plus, the hero powers offer a little bit of asymmetry that doesn’t overpower the main back and forth of the conflict.