This is the introductory scenario in the War on the Equator set. I had played this last year as I had the download and print version, but I re-played it after receiving the laser cut edition.

First of all, I'd like to say that this is a very good introductory scenario. It reminded me of the old Squad Leader programmed instruction method of play whereby the players are given just enough rules to play scenario 1, then a few more rules to play scenario 2, etc.

This had potential to be either very easy or very tough for the Ecuadorian player, who is on the offensive. If the Peruvian reinforcements don't arrive in time, then the sole Peruvian platoon could be overwhelmed rather quickly. As it turned out, the Peruvian reinforcements were already in a heightened state of awareness as they arrived on the first opportunity (turn 2). The Ecuadorians advanced in 3x stacks of 2x platoons each, staggered from left to right to take advantage of the command activation rules. They made good progress towards the village, but the Peruvians were suspicious and aware, and their own reinforcements, including the only heavy weapons ion the scenario, made equally good time in their approach from the opposite side of the village. The Ecuadorians reached the village first, but rather than having time to sufficiently prepare the position for assault with close range fire, they were forced into a frontal assault that quickly bogged down. When the Peruvian reinforcements arrived and engaged in support of their brethren, the rout was complete, and a couple hundred Ecuadorians went sent streaming back across the stream, to their own side of the border.

As I said, it was a simple scenario, but very enjoyable. I've played this a couple times now, and I use it as a refresher for rules mechanics as it serves the purpose of educating a player in a step by step manner. It's easy, fast, and fun, and each time I've played it, I've reached a different result which serves another key aspect; it is well balanced!!