Amphipolis, 422BC...

...or 'Come and have a go if you think you're Greek enough!'
Last week's game was an outing for some of my venerable 25mm Ancient figures using Command & Colours.  The battle of Amphipolis was fought between a Spartan army under Brasidas and Athenians led by Cleon.  The latter had been sent to capture the city but when Brasidas refused to emerged for a fight, Cleon stomped off in a huff.  The wicked Brasidas waited until the Athenians were marching past then emerged and set about them.

As usual, many of the figures were truly ancient!  The Spartan unit behind the General  - made up of Garrison hoplites with bendy spears - are the first metal figures I ever owned.  Bought in c1978 for £0.10 each, already painted!

 The field of battle.  The game offered further work for my (15mm!) Hittite city walls.  The Athenians had to get their troops off three hexes (not yet marked with red counters) on the left side.

 We've heard about some other dodgy old ancients, so now let's meet the teams.  Martin and Diego (left) were the Spartans, while Tim C and John were the Athenians.  The chap at the far end is Diego's Dad - a very welcome visitor.  Martin and John are indulging in some 'wargames pointing.'

Athenians voting about what to do next.

 Spartans hurtling forth.

 Battle was soon joined.  The Spartan hoplite units were particularly nasty.  Cleon and the Spartan general Clearidas are both in the front line!

 The Spartans pushed steadily forward in the centre.

 The Athenian left was heavily engaged to prevent them escaping.

 Dead - particularly hoplites - piled up on both sides, but the elimination of this Athenian unit (top right on the photo) clinched a victory for Brasidas.

Even better, my veteran Spartans were still in action!  Just.
A very quick game and an unusually clear victory - most of out C&C games have been much closer-run affairs.