{"product_id":"the-chicago-way-rulebook-skirmish-wargame-core-book","title":"The Chicago Way Rulebook - Skirmish Wargame Core Book","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"466\"\u003eEnter the brutal underworld of Prohibition-era America with The Chicago Way Rulebook, the core system for \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe Chicago Way\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. This full-colour 44-page rulebook gives you everything you need to command gangsters, lawmen, bootleggers and agents in a fast-paced, narrative-driven skirmish game set in the streets of Chicago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"468\" data-end=\"795\"\u003eIn The Chicago Way, players control gangs driven by ambition, greed and survival, whether that means hardened Gangsters, desperate Moonshiners, disciplined Prohibition Agents or determined Police forces. Every campaign represents a violent season of struggle as factions battle for territory, influence and control of the city.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"797\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003eThe system uses a unique card-driven mechanic that shapes the flow of action, allowing players to influence outcomes, enhance their own forces or disrupt their opponents. The included 54-card TCW deck is central to gameplay, adding unpredictability and tactical depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003eCombat is fast and cinematic, covering movement, shooting, close combat, nerve tests and interruptions. Specialist weapons such as Tommy Guns and pump-action shotguns bring authentic Prohibition-era firepower to the table, while vehicle rules allow for high-speed chases, drive-bys and dramatic crashes. The rulebook also includes full faction support for four gang types, complete campaign rules for progression and injury, and five scenario setups to launch your own narrative battles. A full-colour A3 campaign map and punchboard game markers are also included to support immersive campaign play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1264\" data-start=\"1250\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1262\" data-start=\"1250\"\u003eContents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e44-page full-colour rulebook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e54-card TCW gameplay deck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA5 punchboard game markers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA3 full-colour campaign map\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1368\" data-start=\"1350\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1366\" data-start=\"1350\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete core rulebook for The Chicago Way\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCard-driven skirmish system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour playable factions: Gangsters, Moonshiners, Agents, Police\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCampaign progression and injury system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVehicle rules including chases and drive-bys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive narrative scenarios included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull campaign map and accessories\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1704\" data-start=\"1679\"\u003eAbout The Chicago Way\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1707\" data-start=\"1704\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe Chicago Way\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a tactical gang warfare game set during the Prohibition Era, where rival syndicates, lawmen and factions battle for influence and survival in the streets of Chicago.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePeople searching for Prohibition wargames, gang warfare rulebooks or skirmish tabletop systems will find this set highly suitable. It is ideal for players who enjoy narrative campaigns, cinematic gunfights and card-driven tactical gameplay.\u003cbr\u003eNarrative skirmish games continue to grow in popularity thanks to their blend of tactical depth and storytelling. \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe Chicago Way\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e offers a complete system for Prohibition-era conflict, combining card mechanics, campaign progression and cinematic action in a richly themed setting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Great Escape Games","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58139559690621,"sku":"TCW001","price":22.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1138\/0520\/files\/The_Chicago_Way_rulebook.png?v=1778251997","url":"https:\/\/www.mightylancergames.co.uk\/products\/the-chicago-way-rulebook-skirmish-wargame-core-book","provider":"Mighty Lancer Games","version":"1.0","type":"link"}