Jolly Roger Games is based in Illinois and is entering its second decade of business. Initially started with its critically acclaimed Civil War miniatures rules A NATION ON TRIAL, Jolly Roger has branched out into other areas of gaming. It has received multiple nominations for awards in boardgaming (Chicago Way and Orcs at the Gates) and GAMES MAGAZINE has honored Jolly Roger several times, including a 2005 sweep of the card games category for Best, Runner-Up, and Honorable Mention (Victory & Honor, Four Dragons, and Scream Machine).