Lock ‘n Load Tactical: Starter Kit

What is Lock 'n Load Tactical?

Lock 'n Load Tactical is an award-winning tactical squad-based board game designed for enthusiasts who love tactical decision-making. This starter kit includes everything you need to dive into dynamic combat scenarios and enhance your gaming experience. The game emphasizes critical thinking and planning, allowing players to immerse themselves in complex battlefields. You’ll find that this game not only entertains but also challenges your mind as you devise your tactics.

Why Choose the Starter Kit?

The Lock 'n Load Tactical Starter Kit is perfect for gamers who are interested in trying LnLT before diving all in.  The Starter Kit provides the same complete rules as the Core Games but limits the rules needed to play, while still providing depth. It features introductory scenarios for both Heroes of Normandy and Heroes of the Nam.  As a result, players can enjoy engaging gameplay without feeling overwhelmed. This Starter Kit is also a great way for seasoned players to introduce friends to the thrilling world of tactical board gaming.

What Do You Get

Printed Edition: The Print edition includes full-color printed maps and a countersheet. The printed maps and counter sheet will be shipped directly to the customer.  To receive the Print Edition, please add this product to your cart and check out.  The customer will also need to download the LnLT Starter Kit PDF manual, which includes the Scenarios, Player Aid Cards, and other materials needed to play.  The downloadable PDF is available in the download section at the bottom of this product page.   

Print and Play Edition: The PnP edition is FREE, and nothing needs to be purchased.  The customer will need to download the LnLT Starter Kit PDF manual, which includes the Maps, counter sheet, Scenarios, Player Aid Cards, and other materials needed to play.  The maps and counter sheets need to be printed by the customer to play.  The downloadable PDF is available in the download section at the bottom of this product page, and no purchase is necessary.     

For either edition, players will need two six-sided dice.  We recommend three additional PDFs: LnLT in 10 Minutes, LnLT Infantry Gameplay Narrative, and LnLT Vehicle and Ordnance Gameplay Narrative PDFs. which will help you learn the game.  All fourth-mentioned PDFs, along with any additional ones, can be downloaded from this product's Downloads section at the bottom of this page. 

This Starter  Kit helps ensure you understand how to play and maximize your tactics. Consequently, you'll be ready for intense tactical battles in no time!

Virtual Simulators

Players can also use the LnLT Starter Kit with virtual online simulators such as Vassal, Tabletop Simulator, and Tabletopia.

AI-Powered Manual

At the end of this product page and many others, you will find our AI-Powered manuals.  The AI-Powered manuals provide fast access to our manuals, enhanced by an AI-Powered smart search that supports rule lookup, procedures, topic cross-reference, and quick answers. The more detailed the question, the better the answers.   This includes rule references with page numbers.  An AI-powered manual is not meant to replace reading the manual, but to enhance players' research into the game rules and provide quick results while playing.  Spending less time searching for rules means more time playing the game. 

Game Assistant App

The Game Assistant is a FREE download for Mac and Windows users and can be used with the Starter Kit, but it offers limited features.  For players wanting to try the LnLT Solo and the Battle Generator.  Select the Heroes of the Falkland game to test out the possibilities.  The Solo Assistant will automate AEO deck handling for solitaire games. The system manages card draws, initiative order, and events while preserving the feel of physical decks.  The Battle Assistant is a guided scenario and campaign setup. Players select maps, forces, and objectives, then export a clean setup file for print or digital use.  Players can also find this in the product's download section.

Community Assistance and Opponents

For those seeking community player assistance or online opponents, try our Discord Server.  means more time playing the game. You can find a link to our Discord Server in the footer of our site.