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Comparison of 'Paper' Wargames and the HistWar Simulator
September 2, 2026
Regarding tactical realism, HistWar and Napoleonic paper wargames approach the problem with two almost opposite logics, even if they aim for the same final objective.
"Physical" rather than abstract modeling
HistWar offers a precise and deterministic modeling of combat, taking into account numerous parameters such as the relative position and orientation of the protagonists, the presence of corps commanders or guard units, the density and formation of regiments, their quality, their value, their morale, and their fatigue.
This is the fundamental difference with paper: on the tabletop, a regiment's formation (line, column, square) is represented by an abstract convention—a counter is turned, figures are aligned according to a written rule, and a numerical modifier applies ("+1 if in line", "-2 if flanked"). In HistWar, each figure represents one or two real combatants, so the formation literally emerges from the individual position and orientation of each simulated soldier—it's not a modifier read from a table; it's a real geometry that mechanically produces its effects.
Morale as a system, not a dice roll
Paper generally...
September 2, 2026
Regarding tactical realism, HistWar and Napoleonic paper wargames approach the problem with two almost opposite logics, even if they aim for the same final objective.
"Physical" rather than abstract modeling
HistWar offers a precise and deterministic modeling of combat, taking into account numerous parameters such as the relative position and orientation of the protagonists, the presence of corps commanders or guard units, the density and formation of regiments, their quality, their value, their morale, and their fatigue.
This is the fundamental difference with paper: on the tabletop, a regiment's formation (line, column, square) is represented by an abstract convention—a counter is turned, figures are aligned according to a written rule, and a numerical modifier applies ("+1 if in line", "-2 if flanked"). In HistWar, each figure represents one or two real combatants, so the formation literally emerges from the individual position and orientation of each simulated soldier—it's not a modifier read from a table; it's a real geometry that mechanically produces its effects.
Morale as a system, not a dice roll
Paper generally...
ETC 2026 – The Biggest Flames of War Tournament of the Year Is Made in Italy!
August 16, 2026
By Paolo Paglianti
Twenty-six teams made up of 156 players converged on Milan for four days of Flames of War. Wargaming friends from every corner of the globe came together for dice rolling and good times. For me, it was a dream that finally came true.
I first started playing at ETC thanks to an invitation from my friend Soren Petersen, who in 2022 asked me to play as a "mercenary" for the Icelandic team. What an experience! All the best FOW players in the world compete for a spot on their national team—or, indeed, as mercenaries—to take part in the most important and prestigious tournament of the year. That year, with Team Iceland, we also won the award for "Most Sporting Team," and I even finished second in the individual standings.
Over the following three years, I returned as a regular member of Team Italy, with more than satisfactory results: third place in Belgium, another third place in Poland, and second place in Austria. However, since I also really enjoy organizing tournaments (I've been doing it since 2001!), from my very first ETC I had dreamed of bringing the event to Milan, Italy....
August 16, 2026
By Paolo Paglianti
Twenty-six teams made up of 156 players converged on Milan for four days of Flames of War. Wargaming friends from every corner of the globe came together for dice rolling and good times. For me, it was a dream that finally came true.
I first started playing at ETC thanks to an invitation from my friend Soren Petersen, who in 2022 asked me to play as a "mercenary" for the Icelandic team. What an experience! All the best FOW players in the world compete for a spot on their national team—or, indeed, as mercenaries—to take part in the most important and prestigious tournament of the year. That year, with Team Iceland, we also won the award for "Most Sporting Team," and I even finished second in the individual standings.
Over the following three years, I returned as a regular member of Team Italy, with more than satisfactory results: third place in Belgium, another third place in Poland, and second place in Austria. However, since I also really enjoy organizing tournaments (I've been doing it since 2001!), from my very first ETC I had dreamed of bringing the event to Milan, Italy....
New version 6-0172
August 31, 2026
A new version is now available. It fixes the tutorial's malfunctions.
The previous v6-0171 was not updated by me correctly.
V6-0172 file info after successful install (bottom left of main screen)
Program version: Exe: 6.126
Version DLL: 8.216
Want the link? Send an email to contact@hsitwargames.com.
An article explains the tutorial... it's here
In French here
Apologies for any inconvenience.
Regards,
JMM
...
August 31, 2026
A new version is now available. It fixes the tutorial's malfunctions.
The previous v6-0171 was not updated by me correctly.
V6-0172 file info after successful install (bottom left of main screen)
Program version: Exe: 6.126
Version DLL: 8.216
Want the link? Send an email to contact@hsitwargames.com.
An article explains the tutorial... it's here
In French here
Apologies for any inconvenience.
Regards,
JMM
...
Nouvelle version 6-0172
31 août 2026
Hello Grognard...
Vous pouvez grogner car j'ai fait une grosse erreur en générant le Package 0171 !!! qui correspond au Package 0170 🥲
Si nécessaire, envoyez un email à contact@histwargames.com pour recevoir le lien.
Informations concernant le fichier V6-0172 après une installation réussie (en bas à gauche de l'écran principal)
Version du programme: Exe : 6.126
Version de la DLL: 8.216
Lien vers les articles du blog; le dernier article est consacré au tutoriel
Tutoriel
Désolé
@bientôt pour la suite...
31 août 2026
Hello Grognard...
Vous pouvez grogner car j'ai fait une grosse erreur en générant le Package 0171 !!! qui correspond au Package 0170 🥲
Si nécessaire, envoyez un email à contact@histwargames.com pour recevoir le lien.
Informations concernant le fichier V6-0172 après une installation réussie (en bas à gauche de l'écran principal)
Version du programme: Exe : 6.126
Version de la DLL: 8.216
Lien vers les articles du blog; le dernier article est consacré au tutoriel
Tutoriel
Désolé
@bientôt pour la suite...