070.Siege of Sahyun Castle 1188_a - WDS Crusades Book II
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Date: July 29th, 1188 - Size: Medium - Location: Sahyun Castle
Crusade: Period between 2nd and 3rd Crusades
Scenario Briefing: Historical - For much of 1188, Saladin was determined to capture and eliminate as much of the remaining Crusader strongholds as possible. Among his targets was Sahyun Castle. The castle, near Latakia, was held by Knights Hospitallers. It was a formidable fortress built on a steep ridge on three sides. It's one weakness, located on its northeast side, was defended only by a 60-inch trench.
To breach the castle, the forces of Saladin must use their mangonels and sappers to good effect. As the castle is well equipped, the castle has a supply source and cannot become isolated. Be aware that time is crucial. To win, you must breach, penetrate and destroy.
Historically, the defenders surrendered after the castle had been breached. In this scenario, Saladin will offer no terms and all defenders must be annihilated.
Recommended Rules: [Default]
Intended to be played as the Anti-Crusader Alliance against the Crusader Alliance AI. It can also be played Head-to-Head.
Suggested Reading: Stanley Lane-Poole, Saladin and the Fall of the Kingdom of Jerusalem, p. 246
Crusade: Period between 2nd and 3rd Crusades
Scenario Briefing: Historical - For much of 1188, Saladin was determined to capture and eliminate as much of the remaining Crusader strongholds as possible. Among his targets was Sahyun Castle. The castle, near Latakia, was held by Knights Hospitallers. It was a formidable fortress built on a steep ridge on three sides. It's one weakness, located on its northeast side, was defended only by a 60-inch trench.
To breach the castle, the forces of Saladin must use their mangonels and sappers to good effect. As the castle is well equipped, the castle has a supply source and cannot become isolated. Be aware that time is crucial. To win, you must breach, penetrate and destroy.
Historically, the defenders surrendered after the castle had been breached. In this scenario, Saladin will offer no terms and all defenders must be annihilated.
Recommended Rules: [Default]
Intended to be played as the Anti-Crusader Alliance against the Crusader Alliance AI. It can also be played Head-to-Head.
Suggested Reading: Stanley Lane-Poole, Saladin and the Fall of the Kingdom of Jerusalem, p. 246
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