Mediterranean Thunder

Step into the thrilling naval epic of World War II's Mediterranean theater with Mediterranean Thunder, a scenario reference for Flattops & Floating Fortresses, WW2 naval tabletop wargame. Use your miniatures to fight legendary naval clashes inspired by real-life battles, from the audacious maneuvers of the Regia Marina to the unwavering determination of the British Royal Navy. Take command of historic warships like the Formidable and Vittorio Veneto, and lead your fleet through intense engagements that will put your strategic prowess to the ultimate test.

Your purchase includes all cards are reference material to fight the infamous Battle of Cape Matapan, where the Royal Navy orchestrated a deadly trap to assert their supremacy over the seas. Feel the ferocity of the Battle of Calabria, a tense showdown between British and Italian forces with the fate of nations hanging in the balance. Engage in the heart-pounding moments of the Battle of Cape Spartivento, as both sides unleash the full force of their naval might. But the seas hold more than just epic clashes; explore shore bombardments and thrilling patrol encounters as well.

Whether you are an experienced war gamer or a naval wargame newbie, "Mediterranean Thunder" offers a captivating blend of strategy and action. Take command, rewrite history, and secure crucial victories for your nation as you lead your fleet to triumph in the Mediterranean Thunder.

Regia Marina

You purchase comes with 33 Italian threat cards and capability cards for the following ships. These are among the most storied and Italian ships of the era including:

• Battleships Andrea Doria, Guilio Cesare and Vittorio Venetto
• Cruisers Bolzano, Trento, Zara and many more
• Destroyers Alpino, Artiglieri, Vicente Gioberti and many more
• Submarines Leonardo Da Vinci and Ambra

In addition, there are several interesting options from the Regia Aeronautica.

British Royal Navy

This scenario pack also includes 22 ships of the British Royal Navy, including behemoths that pack a powerful punch:

• Battleships Warspite, Barham & Valiant
• Cruisers Ajax, Orion and Gloucesters
• Destroyers Greyhound, Hasty, Ilex, Mohawk and many more

Bonus: New Decorations Cards!

Includes 10 new Decorations not included in the Anchors Aweigh starter deck! (Decorations are situational bonus cards admirals add to improve the fleet.) The illustration below does not necessarily depict the bonus decorations included in this purchase.

Bonus 2: Installations and Fortifications

You can use the included shore bombardment scenario or dream up your own battle using the installations and fortifications included in this reference.

Mediterranean Thunder Scenario Reference

Your purchase includes a soft version / PDF of the lavishly illustrated 90 page reference book. The reference book contains every rule and detail needed to play the game as well as intriguing details about the launch, battle honors and ultimate demise of every vessel depicted in this game.

• Upgrade your game by purchasing the soft-cover printed version of Mediterranean Thunder on Amazon.

Are you new to Flattops & Floating Fortresses?

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Beginners probably should also purchase:

• Anchors Aweigh -- basic rules for FLATTOPS & FLOATING FORTRESSES. Anchors Aweigh includes an easy-to-use rules reference. Because it's spiral bound the reference lays flat on the table. Anchors Aweigh also includes the basic deck of military decorations
• Flattops & Floating Fortresses -- Includes a PDF fo the FLATTOPS & FLOATING FORTRESSES* advanced rules, but also includes the Damage Deck, a deck of critical hits.

The Phase Deck helps keep track of the turn.

Advanced players will buy a Phase Deck to keep track of the turn. The Phase deck is an abbreviated rules refence that a handy fire-resolution references.

Threat Cards / Ship Capabilities

You can get started right away with your existing collection of models and even use your old War at Sea cards. But soon enough you'll want to pick up a Task Force or two and perhaps a scenario kit.

Full color advanced rulebook available on Amazon!