"In the Iron Age, men define nations, they learn navigation and mining, there is war" Iron Age of Man encompasses the period 500BC-1500AD. Up to 8 Players mix and match ancient empires to battle for world domination. Game includes naval and land combat. Based on territory control players make and break alliances as they struggle for dominance. Empires come graded allowing for easy handicapping to match players of all skill levels. Also features a simple combat and resource system. Every game is different depending on which empires are played and the barbarians filling the ancient world. Easy to use technology development system.