Breaking the Chains 2.0: War in the South China Sea is an outstanding modern military conflict simulation that explores a plausible future war in the South and East China Seas. This upgraded 2.0 Edition features a mounted game board, enhanced components, updated rules, additional scenarios, and extensive improvements over the original release. This pre-owned copy is in very good condition and offers an excellent opportunity to acquire a highly regarded modern operational wargame.

• Second Hand – Very Good Condition – Carefully maintained pre-owned copy.
• Upgraded 2.0 Edition – Includes a mounted map, upgraded counters, revised rulebook, designer notes, FAQ, and four additional scenarios.
• Modern Operational Wargame – Command multinational coalitions in a hypothetical conflict across the South China Sea.
• Excellent Solitaire Support – Designed with mechanics that make solo play both practical and engaging.

Breaking the Chains 2.0 places players in command during a fictional but highly plausible conflict centred on competing territorial claims throughout the South and East China Seas. As tensions escalate, China and its regional rivals are drawn into a conflict that may ultimately involve Australia, Japan, India, the United States, and numerous Southeast Asian nations.

Unlike many historical wargames, the composition of each alliance is not predetermined. Diplomatic developments and player decisions determine which nations enter the war and on whose side they fight, ensuring every campaign unfolds differently.

The game combines naval, air, and land operations into a fast-moving operational system where missile warfare, air superiority, cyber operations, political developments, and special operations all influence the course of the conflict. Rather than relying on hidden movement, naval engagements use an innovative detection and evasion system that keeps gameplay fluid while making the game particularly suitable for solitaire players.

Players command modern aircraft carriers, surface action groups, submarines, air wings, and ground formations while managing coalition politics, cyber warfare, and black operations through specialised event chits. With multiple scenarios ranging from short engagements to lengthy campaign games, Breaking the Chains 2.0 offers exceptional replayability for fans of contemporary military strategy.

Game Information:

• Players: 1–10
• Playing Time: 2–20 Hours (depending on scenario)
• Complexity: 7/10
• Solitaire Suitability: 7/10
• Time Scale: Daily turns divided into four-hour operational cycles
• Map Scale: Approximately 70 nautical miles per hex
• Unit Scale: Aircraft carriers, naval task groups, air wings, battalions, regiments, and divisions
• Designer: John Gorkowski

Components:

• Mounted 22" × 34" Game Board
• 3 Upgraded Counter Sheets including 10 Bonus Counters
• Full Colour Rulebook
• Political Status Card
• 2 Player Aid Cards
• 4 Additional Scenarios
• Solitaire Resolution Card
• Turn Track Card
• Combat Sequence Card
• 2 Six-sided Dice
• Box and Lid

Condition:
Very Good
Second Hand Item

Please note that, as a second-hand item, minor signs of previous ownership or shelf wear may be present. Images shown may not be the exact copy available for sale.

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