juan_gigante Posted July 21, 2005 Share Posted July 21, 2005 I was just wondering what was the longest assault move over open terrain that anyone has done. I ask this because oftentimes when I am about to have my infantry assualt the enemy, I wonder "Hmmm, 50 yards. Is it safe to assault over that long of a distance?" Now, assault would be good because it has a morale bonus and your guys shoot a bunch. But it's bad because it takes a looooooooong time, exposing them to extra fire, and it is mega-tiring. So, here's the situation. Your regular infantry platoon (no negative morale or tiredness) has to go 50 yards over totally open terrain to attack 2 slightly under-strength squads and an MG in woods. The enemy is suppressed, but not so heavily that you can guarantee that they won't pop up to shoot at juicy targets like your boys. What movement command would you use? Run for speed, assault for fire and morale, advance to split the difference, or sneak because you're dumb? Or something else? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gpig Posted July 21, 2005 Share Posted July 21, 2005 I'd send ONE squad over on Assault. Leave the other two squads and your HQ to continue firing at the suppressed enemy. There MAY be another enemy squad or worse, still out of sight in them thar trees. I'd hate to have my entire platoon caught in the open. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dschugaschwili Posted July 22, 2005 Share Posted July 22, 2005 IIRC, over open ground move, advance and assault are equally fast as long as your troops are not tired or worse. So if you can get to your destination without getting tired along the way, you don't need any more time with assault. Dschugaschwili 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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