Mannheim Tanker

I hadn't seen your earlier rant until now, Paton. Although some of these guys can be really rough on newbies (or even regular posters for that matter), don't take it personally. Most of these guys are just giving you some good-natured ribbing (maybe it's a sign that they just consider you to be one of the guys Rob/1 always catches a lot of flak for his spelling too, but he is one of the guys and is respected by most, since his intentions are really good. Maybe if you post some screenshots, that will help change the topic. I'm sure you'll surprise some of these flakes!

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by dalem: I really shouldn't take time to do this, I was going to shave my privates with a cheesegrater, but this seems almost as entertaining.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> OMG! You guys are killing me. EW isn't even remotely funny, but the rest of you... Any pizza left?

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Panzer Leader: What did Maximus drag in here now??? Get him outta here!<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Mwuhahaha! Maximus is being cloned!? :eek:

Mannheim Tanker pulls up a seat at the edge of the ring, cracks open a brewskie, and stretches his legs out in front of him Hehe...this is going to be good. Hi Mom!

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by MrWinterbottom: And all the answers you get back is making fun of your spelling. Now how can you read that as "we are only making fun of his spelling"? In my opinion that goes well beyond that. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Ummm...several people, including myself, did respond to his question. I poked a little fun at him too, but I hardly think it's worth all of your tears. I really don't care if you laugh Mr. Winterbottom, because you are either having a bad day or are simply a humorless wet blanket. Good day. EDIT: Spelling (how ironic is THAT!? LOL!) [ 05-01-2001: Message edited by: Mannheim Tanker ]

Another point to keep in mind, Paton, is the element of tactics. Rather than developing an Ubertank of their own, in many cases the Allies tended use many cheap tank destroyers. By adjusting their tactics, they didn't necessarily have to go "toe-to-toe" with the Tigers. Simply outflank or ambush them as they go by with a group of TD's and your problem is solved! [ 05-01-2001: Message edited by: Mannheim Tanker ]

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by MrSpkr: Back to the topic, P.R. I think the whole goal of the allies was mass production. There was no question that the U.S. industry (in particular) could outpace German industry. In mass production lines, it is easier to keep building the same tank over and over than to retool. Oh, and the rest of you -- bugger off. Yes, his original posts were bothersome, but this is a decent enough question the man is trying to ask. Give him a break. My $0.02 worth. MrSpkr<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Excellent point regarding the retooling of the factories. It's curious how today's American doctrine of quality over quantity contrasts with the doctrine it followed in WWII. As far as buggering off: Hehe...as I said, it's all in good fun and not meant to be mean spirited (at least in my case). You guys need to lighten up; we're making fun of his spelling, not his manhood for crying out loud. Everyone take a breath and make a quick common sense check Now, get back in the FAQ thread where you belong, MrSpkr!

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Amedeo: Yep, I know that I could have my tank shot from a single short halt but I hoped that there was a way to have the tank advance continuosly and make several short halts for each shot. As I said this was the most common system for advancing fire in WW2. The problem is that with a MOVE command your tank will fire on the move and with a HUNT command your tank will stop until the target is destroyed instead of changing position between shots. Hmmm... maybe this could be a command worth to add in CM2 Amedeo<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> I think this would fall under the category of micromanagement. "Hunt" seems to work fine for me...

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Echo: I nominate Paton for the Rob/1 award.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> ROTF! I think Rob has been out-Robbed. Rob/1 vs. Paton Returns. Who would win? (Before you flame me, this is all in good natured fun...) Flame away... [ 05-01-2001: Message edited by: Mannheim Tanker ]

I've also found them to be very effective when used near the enemy - and not directly on them. For example, you can set some nearby cover on fire, and it acts like an instant minefield: you deny the enemy the use of that cover.

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Babra: Suddenly I like you. See, it's the "glorious" moments like that which the recruiters and the flag-wavers forget to tell wannabes about. They don't tell us that jobs like that have to get done every day. They use their glossy TV ads to show all these happy (refreshed-looking) guys enjoying cool outdoor fun, but, pending the invention of smell-o-vision, the prospective newbie is be unaware of what happens when 75,000 men go camping. I hope you got a medal or somethin' <HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Hehe...you got that right. They always show tanks jumping over hillocks and flying through the air. They never show the pissed off tankers 15 minutes later, lying in the rain and mud trying to put the damned tracks back on. Those vehicles in the ads always look like tanks from the pass-in-review parade: nice and shiny and clean.

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by lcm1947: This is just a game. No comparison. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Exactly. Apples and Oranges.

I'd like to try it too. COuld you please send it to me? TIA! MT P.S. I've read the book, but haven't seen the movie. Should see it sometime.

Hehe...good thread, Inner Croda. Someone or somefink in that thread reminded me of another item that is fairly unique to our culture. We may not have invented it, but many of us have made it our Creed. I'd tell you what I'm talking about, but you can figure it out on your own... DO A SEARCH!

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by MrSpkr: cattle everywhere. The cows remembered Mace's rather perverse version of "cow tipping" and wanted revenge for . . .<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> ...all of their bovine breathren. They quickly labeled Mace as Bovine Enemy #1. Racing from the barn, they and their woolen cousins picked up pitchforks, shovels, and boxes of rubber gloves (?) that someone or somefink had left strewn about. They marched on Mace's house and...

How could you forget to mention The 'Pool!? This thing is infamous across several BBs now.

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Herr Oberst: a shell from that massive WW2 railway gun Dora... Mace despaired as a gigantic shock wave from the blast blew his furry little friends off the deck and into the ocean. "Baa-baa-glub-glub..." were the last sounds he heard. Madmatt, grinning with glee at Mace's misfortune said, "Well at least my penguin friends are still safe at the South Pole." Just then news came over the deck loudspeaker of a failed rescue attempt at the Pole. Failed because the Otter cold-weather plane crashed upon landing due to a huge flock of penguins standing in the middle of the runway, birdbrains that they are... Sadly the aviation fuel had jellied in the severe cold, and the napalm-like effect on the penguins was severe, leaving smoking little bird carcasses scattered about. Strangely, at that time, an old southern gentleman, with white hair and a white suit appeared and said... [ 04-25-2001: Message edited by: Herr Oberst ]<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> ..."Have a good summer, Gutshot, and please be sure not to get eaten by a cod. We'll have our sheep shears sharpened, and our fish guttin' gloves ready for you upon your return." The gentleman was no other than...

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Cubbies Phan: summoned Yogurt to supply him with a swartz of his own. However, this swartz was not as long as the swartz that Dark Helmet had. But nonethe less, Phillies Phan thrusted forward with his hot pulsating swartz and accidently stricking.....<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> ...Gustav3Po instead of Cubbies. Gustav3po called out,"Master Phillie! We're doomed!" "Can it, Goldenrod," shouted Maxihand Solo. Looking over to Mace, he continued "It was you who got us into this in the first place, your highness!" Phillies regained his composure, did a back flip, grabbed his schwarz, and...

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by MrSpkr: hot, pulsating . . .<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> ...schwartz... (Trivia Question: Anyone know which movie this is from?) BTW: 'Jeff' doesn't rhyme with 'Wanker' [ 04-23-2001: Message edited by: Mannheim Tanker ]

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Cubbies Phan: Are you the Mannheim Golfcartdriver that they speak of? Do you play golf? What's this about your family tree? [ 04-23-2001: Message edited by: Cubbies Phan ]<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Hehe...come on into the FAQ and ye shall see

Hehe...I saw that after posting. I see you've been welcomed to the mini-Pool. In best Dr. Evil voice, little finger to corner of mouth: "You can be Phillies' #2, or he can call you - miniPhan!" :cool:

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Phillies Phan: ...that some chap will take over the thread and use words like honour, rumour, detour, and pleasour. Tea and scones will be the staples of the thread and we'll start our day with a nice jaunt through the countryside. Now, where did I put my "Best of Benny Hill" videos? Mr. Dourish exclaimed as he bit into some meat pie. I shan't be caught with my...<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> ...prodigee stuffing the complaint box! Wow! First a Phillies, and now a Cubbies! Next thing you know, we'll have a... EDIT: HTML. Too much shagging is harmful to your health [ 04-23-2001: Message edited by: Mannheim Tanker ]

Welcome to the forum, Cubbies Phan! If you get a chance, you might be interested in joining the FAQ exploits of Maced, Gutshot109, Maximuspad, PHILLIES (another inside joke there!), myself and the rest. Bring your bulletproof vest; it'll be fun!

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by MrSpkr: Suddenly, at that very moment, an overwhelming KA-BOOM! filled the room. Dust clouds spread quickly, burning Maximus' eyes and clogging his nose. Through the ringing in his hears, he could make out the sharp crackle of the fire that was rapidly consuming the kitchen table and chairs. Dizzy, Max turned to Mace. "What the hell was that?" he yelled. Mace shrugged. "That? Oh, that was just my . . ." <HR></BLOCKQUOTE> ...thinly veiled attempt to change the subject. Speaking of thinly veiled, Maximus, what in hell is that lacy thing that you're wearing?!" Maximus replied, "Why that's my... [ 04-20-2001: Message edited by: Mannheim Tanker ]

Another, more elegant solution is to simply play against people you trust. Works for me.