Franko Posted January 8, 2005 Share Posted January 8, 2005 Hey guys, I'm back with a new, major operation, which will hopefully put "Tank Warning" to shame, put "August Bank Holiday" to shame, and others I've done, to shame. I'm trying to upload it to the scenario depot, but I'm happy to email it to anyone who wants it. Here it is, and anyone who wants it can freely post it on their website. Its a big nasty battle, featuring excerpts from REAL LIFE German briefings I found. Its ugly. And it should be fun. Here's the main briefing, but the true gems are in each sides briefing, which is not set forth here: Rush of Jousts: The German counterattack at Anzio 16 February, 1944 10 battles, 15 turns (variable) each. Recommended Play: Two Player, or Axis vs. Computer Designed by Frank "Franko" Radoslovich for Boots and Tracks Frankrad@pacbell.net On February 16, 1944, The Germans launched an all-out assault against U.S. and British troops guarding the Anzio Bridgehead. Dubbed "Operation Fishfang", German troops sought to break through the Allied lines and reach the Anzio-Nettuno port vicinity. If successfull, the Anzio invasion would be doomed. The brunt of the enemy attack was borne by the U.S. 45th Division, which held a 6-mile sector of the front that coincided almost exactly with that upon which the Germans had determined to concentrate their assault. Notes: 1. This is a static operation. Please refer to the manual and be familiar with the rules. This scenario attempts to more accurately create the feel of World War 2 combat, which could typically span hours (or days), interrupted by sharp, violent outbursts of battle. You should have adequate time to make your assault, or, if you are the Allied player, to conduct a prudent defense. 2. The German briefing is virtually lifted word-for-word from actual historical orders. The American briefing is based on a number of historical sources, available upon request. 3. The ground condition is "mud". There have been recent rains throughout the area, making off-road movement difficult for many types of vehicles. The temperature is "cold" (for Italy). 4. The Attacker casualty point ratio is set at 30%. This is low. Basically, this means that the German troops are largely expendable, and victory will be largely dependent on taking and/or holding the Flags. In the real battle, the Germans committed troops in human-wave-like attacks, with utter disregard for casualties. The stakes were high. 5. This Operation represents one day of intense fighting. There is no "night". "No man's land" is set long because of the relatively open terrain. 6. It is not recommended that you play as American versus the Computer. The Computer does not sensibly handle many of the German units. However, I did play as American during playtest and the Germans whopped me. So go figure. 7. This briefing is purposefully kept short to avoid spoilers. Much more detailed historical information is contained in each side's briefing. [ January 07, 2005, 09:27 PM: Message edited by: Franko ] 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Dorosh Posted January 8, 2005 Share Posted January 8, 2005 Para 4, looks like you dropped the word "and" from "taking holding the Flags." 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treeburst155 Posted January 8, 2005 Share Posted January 8, 2005 Outstanding, Franko! It's going to be tough to put "August Bank Holiday" to shame though. Please send the scenario to mikeman@cablelynx.com. Thanks!! Treeburst155 out. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willbell Posted January 8, 2005 Share Posted January 8, 2005 Franko, what manual do we need to know the rules from? Have you written a rules manual for your campaigns? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Franko Posted January 8, 2005 Author Share Posted January 8, 2005 Originally posted by willbell: Franko, what manual do we need to know the rules from? Have you written a rules manual for your campaigns? Its CMAK. I haven't written a "rules manual", but each Operation I write has its own set of assumptions and rules. You usually need to read this in your side-specific briefing. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tooz Posted January 8, 2005 Share Posted January 8, 2005 Sounds good, send me a copy, please. Email addy in the profile. Thanks. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt Steiner Posted January 8, 2005 Share Posted January 8, 2005 Hi Franko I would appreciate a copy I guess a address would help sgt.steiner@virgin.net Cheers Gary 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phil stanbridge Posted January 8, 2005 Share Posted January 8, 2005 me to pdstanbridge@hotmail.com 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaws Posted January 8, 2005 Share Posted January 8, 2005 Please sent me the OP:) I'm very curious. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Other Means Posted January 8, 2005 Share Posted January 8, 2005 May I have a copy please? othermeans at blueyonder co uk If you have no success with the scenario depot, I can host it temporarily. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Culex Pipiens Posted January 8, 2005 Share Posted January 8, 2005 me too thank! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt Joch Posted January 8, 2005 Share Posted January 8, 2005 Hi Franko, Glad to see you are back. I would like a copy of your operation as well. My email is stavka1941@yahoo.ca I am currently playing Der Manstein Kommt PBEM, it's a great operation. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brent Pollock Posted January 8, 2005 Share Posted January 8, 2005 Fishfang :confused: Sounds like something generated by an internet naming engine. What's the bona fide German codename? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenfedoroff Posted January 8, 2005 Share Posted January 8, 2005 Does anybody need an opponent for this? I can play either side. If you already have the scenario and need a PBEM crash-test dummy to pound on, then send me a set-up. I can usually do a turn a day, and more on weekends. *Found an opponent, thanks* Ken [ January 09, 2005, 03:50 PM: Message edited by: kenfedoroff ] 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emar Posted January 8, 2005 Share Posted January 8, 2005 I would like to check out a copy if you don't mind. By the way are you having problems submitting the op to the Depot becuase the file size is too large? I recently tried to submit a CMAK Normandy Op to the depot but was unable to do so because of its size. Looking forward to trying your Op. I love the italian campaign and this was one of its great missed oppurtunities. Thanx Franco 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nidan1 Posted January 8, 2005 Share Posted January 8, 2005 I would also like a copy sir, of you would be so kind. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeW Posted January 8, 2005 Share Posted January 8, 2005 I too would like a copy of this one. we2wades at gmail dot com Thanks lee 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Franko Posted January 9, 2005 Author Share Posted January 9, 2005 Originally posted by Brent Pollock: Fishfang :confused: Sounds like something generated by an internet naming engine. What's the bona fide German codename? According to the sources, it was Fishfang. Sounds hokey, yeah. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Franko Posted January 9, 2005 Author Share Posted January 9, 2005 Originally posted by Emar: I would like to check out a copy if you don't mind. By the way are you having problems submitting the op to the Depot becuase the file size is too large? I recently tried to submit a CMAK Normandy Op to the depot but was unable to do so because of its size. Looking forward to trying your Op. I love the italian campaign and this was one of its great missed oppurtunities. Thanx Franco No, its just not taking my logins, for some reason. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KG_Jag Posted January 9, 2005 Share Posted January 9, 2005 Please send me a copy. Thanks. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Franko Posted January 9, 2005 Author Share Posted January 9, 2005 Originally posted by Culex Pipiens: me too thank! Your email does not work when you access it through this board..please email me privately and I'll forward it along. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Franko Posted January 9, 2005 Author Share Posted January 9, 2005 Originally posted by Culex Pipiens: me too thank! Same as above. email me privately, and I'll forward it along. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blazing 88's Posted January 9, 2005 Share Posted January 9, 2005 Yes, yes, me to please... wgagne12@hotmail.com 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blazing 88's Posted January 9, 2005 Share Posted January 9, 2005 Oh and could you send me August Bank Holiday as well... wgagne12@hotmail.com Thanx 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Franko Posted January 9, 2005 Author Share Posted January 9, 2005 Okay, its now been uploaded to the depot..but I screwed up and labeled "fictional", when I meant "historical". VERY historical. Franko 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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