chris talpas

Speaking of Leo's, there are reports (Globe & Mail) that Canada is preparing to send at least 10 Leo C2's over to Afghanistan to support operations there. Chris

Looks very interesting. I look forward to seeing more info over the coming days. Chris

Hi Steve, As others have mentioned, thanks for tossing us some bones lately. In terms of the AI, if I am not mistaken, in CMX1 the computer only plans its moves once the player hits 'go'. Have you considered using a threaded AI in CMX2? Stardock's Galactic Civilization which has a pretty well respected AI, is a threaded one which allows the computer to be planning its moves at the same time the player is plotting his. Taking this approach could allow you to use a fair amount of computational resources without too much impact on gameplay i.e. long waiting times for turn calculation. Anyways, just a thought. Thanks again to all the gang at Battlefront for giving us countless hours of enjoyment. Chris

Is that a DeHavilland Vampire? Chris

Another critical factor was ULTRA. The British were able to sink much of Rommel's supplies as they crossed the Med leaving him chronically short of materiel. Reading Rommel's mail allowed an adjustment in strategy. Not that different from peeking at your opponent's move prior to plotting your own. Chris

Michael, If only I could get that teleportation device working properly I'd send you my 2nd copy of CMAK since I don't require it until Christmas. Chris

Michael, I wouldn't mind trying out your Ortona campaign as well. Thanks, Chris

CMAK has now shown itself in the Toronto area. Chris

Tom my two copies were waiting for me when I arrived home tonight. So I would expect you to receive yours tomorrow since the eagle has landed in Mississauga. Chris (Edit) P.S. CCRA did not demand their pound of flesh. The slimness of the package probably helped along with the value marked on the package. [ December 10, 2003, 07:53 PM: Message edited by: chris talpas ]

Mike, I know you meant that in jest and I did get a chuckle out of it. But if truth be told, while Canada has not been very supportive with regards to Iraq, Canada has been very supportive with regards to Afghanistan. Since the start of the "War on Terror" Ex. Navy Canada was the first coalition nation after the U.S. to deploy a naval task group into the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) area of responsibility, which stretches from the Horn of Africa to Central Asia. At its peak in January 2002, the Canadian Naval Task Group comprised six warships and about 1,500 Navy personnel. Chronology of Ship Deployments October 8, 2001-February 11, 2002: HMCS Halifax December 5, 2001-May 27, 2002:HMCS Toronto September 4, 2001-March 4, 2002:HMCS Charlottetown October 17, 2001-April 27, 2002: HMCS Iroquois, HMCS Preserver November 12, 2001-May 28, 2002:HMCS Vancouver February 17-August 17, 2002:HMCS Ottawa March 23-October 14, 2002:HMCS Algonquin May 1-November 14, 2002:HMCS St. John's May 22-October 21, 2002:HMCS Protecteur September 9, 2002-April 2, 2003:HMCS Montreal September 16, 2002-April 7, 2003: HMCS Winnipeg February 2-May 19, 2003:HMCS Regina February 24-July 5, 2003:HMCS Iroquois March 5-Aug 4, 2003:HMCS Fredericton August 1, 2003-present HMCS Calgary Army 3rd Battalion Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry and a recon squadron from Lord Strathcona's Horse (Royal Canadians)served in Afghanistan the first half of 2002. During that time, 4 soldiers died and eight were injured in a friendly fire bombing by U.S. forces. Currently there are 1900 troops deployed as part of the international stabilization force in Afghanistan. The 3 RCR Battalion Group deployed with modern LAV III infantry fighting vehicles, LG1 Giat howitzers, and state-of-the-art Coyote reconnaissance vehicles Air Force has been busy executing Transport and Maritime Patrol missions. I bring this up to say that Canada still remembers 9/11 and stands with you in the War on Terror. Sure if our forces had been better funded, the commitment could be larger. Chris

No joy in Mississauga. I did get my Mastercard statement with CMAK on it though Chris

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Tom, I wonder which of us will get this baby first? So far CMBO to me and CMBB to you. I hope all is well with you. Chris

Tom, If you can find a PC, I'd be willing to loan you my extra copy of CMBB till your Mac version arrives. Let me know by 11 am tomorrow (Friday). Chris edited to specify day [ October 11, 2002, 01:32 AM: Message edited by: chris talpas ]

In light of the throne speech? Where our fearless leader wants to carve out his legacy through all kinds of new social programs and possible tax increases? You may be waiting a long time. Chris

Well Tom, Call it a persuasive argument to change to a PC Chris (not really fair to kick a guy when he is down)

Tom, In the depths of my heart I was hoping yours would arrive before mine. I'm beginning to worry about the Karmic deficit I'm building up. I do hope yours arrives by Wednesday untouched by Customs. Chris

I was greeted this morning (Monday) with a package at my doorstep. I can report that my two copies of CMBB arrived in Mississauga, Ontario safe and sound. Luckily Canada Customs allowed this package to pass unmolested. My order number was 80675. Now to install the software. Chris

Tom, Perhaps you will get it before me this time. Hopefully we will both see it in the mail tomorrow. Chris

Bobo, By any chance are you using Windows XP with Service Pack 1? I installed the service pack yesterday and have had the same 'unable to connect to IP problem'. When I boot to Win98 and try it, I can play no problem. Chris

I still think Battlefront should consider contracting out the AI for the rewrite. I nominate Strategic Studies Group because: 1) they have a proven AI track record. 2) they know wargames. Chris

Michael, How did you manage to capture the entire Canadian Armed Forces in a single picture? Chris P.S. Love the urban camoflage, makes you nearly indistinguishable from the civies.

These days a couple of hundred megabytes is chump change in terms of hard drive space. I would like to see full movie playback as well. It would be especially instructive to see all the action from your opponent's point of view. Chris (who has 60 Gbytes free looking for a raison d'etre)

Hmm, what are the chances of it getting to Toronto in one day for my birthday on the 21st? Great news BFC! Chris

Put me down for a couple. Chris