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After playing Richard in a one-on-one game (see Zallaqah Round 3 (https://palousewargamingjournal.blogspot.com/2025/11/zallaqah-round-3.html)) and confirming that the game can be played comfortably in about two hours, I was ready for my next one-on-one opponent. Next opponent up, Matt! Being able to eke out a draw against Richard, I reckoned I might have a chance against Matt. Given my recent thrashing at Freeman's Farm, I should have been less optimistic.
Having offered army choice when I sent out the Battle Briefing, Matt decided upon commanding the Arabs when we joined into the session. Interesting! I expected Matt to want to command the Christians and the heavy-hitting cavalry but no. Recalling Richard's devastating Christian opening attacks, I entertained visions of enjoying similar success. I am getting ahead of myself, though...
Full battle report can be found at Zallaqah, One More Time. (https://palousewargamingjournal.blogspot.com/2025/12/zallaqah-one-more-time.html)