Slappy Posted July 2, 2003 Share Posted July 2, 2003 I've decided to dust off an old idea on the forums. That is creating training or scrimmage scenarios. The idea is that they would be smaller scenarios depicting the smaller 'sub-engagements' within larger battles that allow the player to brush up on one or more aspects of their game. I've put together two smallish and straightforward '41 axis attack scenarios both facing off a company of motorized infantry with limited support against a smallish dug in defense. They 'should' improve your infantry skills on the attack when armor and large bore artillery are unavailable. The road attack scenario focuses on how to cross exposed ground with infantry and how to force defenders out of foxholes with only infantry support weapons. Time is fairly short, but there is enough to allow proper scouting and to position support weapons. Town attack has an identical force clearing a village of resistance and showcases combined use of infantry and support weapons in a limited visibility environment. It may also be useful as a model for some of the urban combat discussions that have been going on lately. I'd be happy to send the betas out to testers. No briefings yet written though, play as Axis w/ scenario default posisions and EFOW. Let me know if you're interested. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sivodsi Posted July 2, 2003 Share Posted July 2, 2003 You want someone who only knows approximately what should be done as a tester? Or do you want experts? My experience is limited to a handful of PBEMs and a few more vs the AI. If you want me to have a go, bring it on! You'd better say what kind of AAR you want though. vulpine_odyssey@hotmail.com 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laxx Posted July 2, 2003 Share Posted July 2, 2003 yeah...pls send to me at laxx@myrealbox.com i am an average player 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slappy Posted July 2, 2003 Author Share Posted July 2, 2003 I'd actually prefer non-experts. Inexperience is a plus for these! As far as an AAR, I'd love to know whether you thought the battle was challenging, and whether it gave you interesting practice and learnings that you could apply elsewhere (PBEMs mostly). A brief description of what you tried and how it worked would be nice as well. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louie the Toad Posted July 2, 2003 Share Posted July 2, 2003 I think another Practice idea would be those who would like to try TCP/IP , Just my TC.. two cents.... Toad 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crow Posted July 3, 2003 Share Posted July 3, 2003 I'd probably get the chance to have a look at these at the weekend if you would be good enough to send them my way for some feedback. [ July 03, 2003, 12:36 PM: Message edited by: Crow ] 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ng cavscout Posted July 3, 2003 Share Posted July 3, 2003 I would like to try the scrimmage scenarios you mention. Are they meant to play against the AI? Please send them to familyguy1128@hotmail.com Thanks in advance. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slappy Posted July 3, 2003 Author Share Posted July 3, 2003 On the way. They are designed for Axis v. AI play only. Testing has shown them to be a pushover for the Allies v. AI. My guess is that they are poorly balanced for PBEM as well. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarryInk Posted July 6, 2003 Share Posted July 6, 2003 I'll be using CMBB in a fortnight, I hope. So I'd be interested to try these instructional scenarios. Email: harryink@alphalink.com.au Cheers Harry 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarryInk Posted July 6, 2003 Share Posted July 6, 2003 I'll be using CMBB in a fortnight, I hope. So I'd be interested to try these instructional scenarios. Email: harryink@alphalink.com.au Cheers Harry 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarryInk Posted July 6, 2003 Share Posted July 6, 2003 I'll be using CMBB in a fortnight, I hope. So I'd be interested to try these instructional scenarios. Email: harryink@alphalink.com.au Cheers Harry 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarryInk Posted July 6, 2003 Share Posted July 6, 2003 I'll be using CMBB in a fortnight, I hope. So I'd be interested to try these instructional scenarios. Email: harryink@alphalink.com.au Cheers Harry 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarryInk Posted July 6, 2003 Share Posted July 6, 2003 I'll be using CMBB in a fortnight, I hope. So I'd be interested to try these instructional scenarios. Email: harryink@alphalink.com.au Cheers Harry 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slappy Posted July 8, 2003 Author Share Posted July 8, 2003 OK, I get it. They're on the way. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romulus Posted July 14, 2003 Share Posted July 14, 2003 I'm interested too. Could you please send them to: satyajuga@hotmail.com Thanks 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slappy Posted July 16, 2003 Author Share Posted July 16, 2003 Romulus, No offense, but I'm not sending anymore out until I get some reports back. I've sent out 7 copies and gotten one AAR (Thanks Mark). I'd like to get some more feedback on the concept and the particulars before I send out another set. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rlh1138 Posted July 19, 2003 Share Posted July 19, 2003 Slappy, OK, I can read so I know I'm not going to get these for awhile, if at all - so you don't have to answer. But, they sound like the kind of thing I'd like - so if/when you want some more testers, (and someone who PROMISES to play them and email you), my address is: (my profile is wrong) res6vm8a@verizon.net Thx rlh1138 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarryInk Posted July 28, 2003 Share Posted July 28, 2003 Sorry Slappy. I've got my laptop and CMBB up and running now. I'll get you an AAR soon. I was a little surprised by the lack of a briefing with a hint of intelligence report, though. Cheers HH 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slappy Posted July 29, 2003 Author Share Posted July 29, 2003 Well, they are alphas after all. Just take the flags man. Axis, EFOW, no bonuses. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ng cavscout Posted July 29, 2003 Share Posted July 29, 2003 I have finished the road attack scenario, and it is an excellent learning tool. Good point 1 - teaches proper use of movement techniques, and what happens if you don't use them. Good point 2 - teaches use of covering fire, both MG and Mortar, and what happens if you don't suppress enemy weapon systems overwatching your approach routes. Good point 3 - small scenario allows quick reloading and quick finishing for rapid replay. You have to lose several times to learn the above lessons, and in a small scenario, it doesn't take long. Suggestions - Different variations of the scenario with different troop types, and different supporting weapons. That is really all. For what it was designed to do, the scenario is excellent. I will post another review when I finish the town attack scenario. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slappy Posted July 30, 2003 Author Share Posted July 30, 2003 Thanks cavscout, and the others who reviewed offline. So far, the reports are that the scenarios have been tough, but have created learning and have been pretty replayable. I'm happy to finish these / do some more to illustrate different situations, but am not sure where to put them. I fear that they may be overlooked at the depot as they are not the usual fare. p.s. here you go romulus and rlh1138. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeauCoupDinkyDau Posted August 6, 2003 Share Posted August 6, 2003 I ROCK! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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