Rare is the era in which so much power has amassed in the hands of so few. This is the chronicle of such an Era. Into the tunnels, through the city streets and in your face, this supplement for the Defiance: Vital Ground Universal Skirmish System brings you new gear, new tactical options and a new way to balance battles in tight terrain. With the Close Quarters Battle rules, you can now bring the specialized tactics of close-in fighting into an even more balanced game system. Within this volume you will find: A more expansive Army Customizer, allowing players even more freedom to build the army of their imagination without sacrificing game balance. A whole new Point System to accurately reflect the complicated tactics of fighting in a cramped environment, where the cautious use of pistols, grenades and hand-to-hand combat can win the day. Specialized Rules for destroying terrain, blowing holes through walls and the explosion shock of combustion in small spaces. New Options for enhancing hand-to-hand combat effectiveness. Example Army Lists to illustrate the strategic aspects of army customization. —description from the publisher