hexandcounter

Hexandcounter is a term that generally refers to a type of strategy board game, often involving hex-based movement and a focus on tracking resources or combat values. These games typically utilize a hexagonal grid for movement and positioning, which offers more directional options than a square grid. The "counter" aspect refers to the use of chits or tokens to represent units, armies, or individual pieces, which often display numerical values for attack, defense, morale, or other game statistics.

Games in this genre can span a wide range of themes, from historical wargames simulating battles of antiquity or modern warfare, to fantasy or science fiction settings. The gameplay usually involves players maneuvering their units across the hex map, engaging in combat, and managing supply lines or other strategic elements. The hexagonal grid allows for more nuanced tactical decisions regarding flanking, movement allowances, and line of sight. Counters can be flipped or replaced to indicate changes in unit status, such as damage taken or experience gained. This combination of hex movement and counter-based representation is a classic design in board gaming, particularly within the wargaming subgenre.