Oswald

I was kinda futzin' around with them today, and thought that if you were at least simulating air superiority, you could use them as a stand-in for a BLU-82 Daisy Cutter. How did you use them as booby-traps, though? Did you set them at a particular time? Oswald

Just a quick thing I noticed, about a few new units: 1. What's a Logistics Package for (game-wise)? Can it be captured? Can it be moved? 2. The Portable and Transportable bomb: What's the difference? What's the kinda damage they do? Are these referenced anywhere? Thanks, Oswald

I've got it. Photoshop 6.0. What do you need? Oswald

Sir, Thanks! I giddily opened my US Mail pouch and checked it out. Thanks! I'll scan a few of my own topo maps in, and see how it works. Will advise. Oswald out. . .

Gentlemen, This has probably already been covered, and if it has, all I ask is that you point me in the right direction. One question for the bunch: Will the existing Map Tool v1.02 work for TacOps v4? If not, is there one included/anticipated for the future? On a second note, I've seen a few screenshots with what look like USGS-style topo maps as TacOps maps. Has anyone every had success scanning in topo maps? What resolution/size did you use? I can't think of anything funkier than fighting Soviets in my hometown backyard in North Jersey. Oswald

Nope, yer wrong. I had started one game, but it ended up getting lost in the shuffle when I went on a business trip. I am up for another one. . . Oswald

Back to the OP . . . I am a guy looking to play PBEMs. I will play either side, but for now, am looking for a shorter scenario (2 hours or less) Wanna fight? Gimme an e-mail. Thanks, Oswald

In my own words? Okay! Tactics: The methods, techniques, and little problem solving things you were trained on, and how to you personally use them to solve problems within the 0 - 1000 meter range. Strategy: The overall scheme of a major engagement, usually involving a large piece of land or major spectrum of the battlefield. (i.e. fighting for France, or achieving/maintaining air superiority) Logistics: The system by which you move support and material goods to resupply/support your troops. The way you help your people out (not necessarily the supplies themselves). Tactical: Usually the battlefield level of combat. Actual combat between combatants versus... Strategic: Which describes the fight over the infrastructure of an enemy. [Edit added:] You can also think of it as the battle over the will and means of the enemy to fight. Bombing downtown Moscow with a Minuteman III would be strategic warfare, in that you've really hit Ivan in the face. Think of Tactical and Strategic this way: Tactical engagement would be battalion vs battalion, where Strategic engagement would involve bombing factories in an attempt to wear down the infrastructure of the enemy. Tough concept to get, but they are two different planes of existence. Hope this helps, Oswald Remember Tactical Air Command and Strategic Air Command? [Edit: Added another thought. 27 Jan 02] [ 01-27-2002: Message edited by: Oswald ]</p>

Stetson and Major H, Thanks for the help. Often, the problem I have is in scenarios like TF Hoeft 3 (What I'm currently working on). You start with 4 pairs of M2s with Infantry teams. What I do is at 0700, immediately start thumping with ARTY where I think I need TRPs, and send the M2s to where they can observe the advancing OPFOR (clear LOS, covered, and in defilade). My big problem/complaint/gripe/wish/maybe-I-ain't-doing-this-right is that it takes me quite a while to get a 5 rating. Sometimes, I don't even *have* a 5 when OPFOR shows initial units. So maybe my strategy is off. Is my basic idea right, or am I missing something basic? Thanks again, Rob "Oswald" Baran

Much obliged, Sir! Rob "Oswald" Baran

Thanks for the help, Sir, Let me take it a small step further. For my recon units, I'll send the Bradleys out, unload the two infantry teams in a good spot to observe, and park the Bradleys about 400m away. I'll set everyone to a FC Range of 0, and just let 'em sit and watch. . . So, would it help if I separated the two infantry teams? Does it matter, or would I be better off using FOs and FISTVs? Seems like standard infantry usually doesn't spot arty fire too well . . . Rob "Oswald" Baran But what do I know? I'm Air Force. . .

I've noticed that certain OPFOR mortar units can zero in on a discrete unit of mine really quick. However, I tend to have to spend some time to get a 5 rating when I need it, even when I have spotters adjusting my fire. Is there any way to speed up the time I go from "firing cold" to getting a good zerored arty TRP? Thanks! Rob "Oswald" Baran

Howdy! I'm pretty new too. If you want, shoot me an e-mail. I'll let you pick the scenario too... Rob baranr@hotmail.com

Size: Small to Medium Side: Prefer Blue, OPFOR can be negotiated Everything else is open LT Baran Minot AFB baranr@hotmail.com

I agree with Rocket7. I have printed out all of the maps and mark them up on paper a lot, but I think being able to mark them on-screen would be a big help. Also, maybe if there were a way to modify/add new units or weapons to the database. I'm an AF Civil Engineer, and wanted to add a few pieces of earthmoving equipment to a scenario. Rob