Peter P. Perla

“Wells, on the other hand, while acknowledging the intellectual aspects of his game, focused on its emotional side. The wargame provides an opportunity for glory without gore and defeat without destruction. By involving the player as an active participant in the events, not merely as a passive observer, wargaming provides a unique learning experience that leads to a deeper and more personal understanding and appreciation of warfare than can be attained by any other method short of actual participation on the field of battle.”
― Peter P. Perla, Peter Perla’s The Art of Wargaming: A Guide for Professionals and Hobbyists