Activation is the first action of each phase. Here, any pre-existing events, standing orders and current events are determined in order to see the impact on a unit's performance.Each unit is activated in turn starting with the British & Allies. It is followed immediately by...

Movement which, of course, is exactly what it says on the tin. No suprises there (or are there?)

At some point, black powder does not deliver the results. Then it is time for the cold steel. This final phase in the game turn covers charges, melees and morale.