Mr Frag versus Mogami

[2ndACR]

ORIGINAL: 2ndACR

Duh (slaps self on forhead)

Thanks, you had 2 torped. Will that hurt you long term or does the allies get plenty of each?

Just re asking the question. They are not going to become the new MSW ala UV are they?

[Mr.Frag]

A wonderful new feature came out some time ago that lets you convert AK's into a bunch of different ships as required to deal with shortages. As to running out of AK's to convert, well there is no fix for that [;)]

[fabertong]

Now that's cool. [8D]

[sven6345789]

VERY Cool[8D][8D]

[Wilson ESQ]

Mr. Frag,
Is the ship picture above part of the new naval art work? If so, could you post a few shots to help pass the wait for this game's appearance?

[Damien Thorn]

ORIGINAL: Mr.Frag

A wonderful new feature came out some time ago that lets you convert AK's into a bunch of different ships as required to deal with shortages. As to running out of AK's to convert, well there is no fix for that [;)]

Please tell me this is real and not some sort of joke. Wow, this will be a WONDERFUL addition to the game. In my opinion this is the best feature yet! Of course, I may find myself saying that about a lot of the new features as we get closer and closer to the release date.
I can't believe it is almost here. The anticipation is killing me.

[2ndACR]

I love that, must have missed that post. Thanx a bunch.

[Jaypea]

Sorry for my ignorance but what exactly does a "tender" do that a repair ship and resupply ship does not?

[byron13]

What is involved in the conversion? Supply points? How much time? Does it need to be in a port of size x or larger?

[pad152]

A wonderful new feature came out some time ago that lets you convert AK's into a bunch of different ships as required to deal with shortages. As to running out of AK's to convert, well there is no fix for that

I like It![:D]

Question:
1. Can you do these conversions to any size AK's (Small Medium, Large)?

2. Can you convert AD's, AE'e, AR's, etc. back into AK's?

3. Do the conversions work for both sides (Japanese /Allies)?

[Mr.Frag]

Just like everything else in the game, there are rules that dictate what can be done ... I'm not getting into that as all rules are subject to change without notice until the game ships so we'd just be debating things that may not be true. [;)]

As far as artwork, there are 429 pieces in total (unique ships that is). Since this place only allows 1 image to be attached per note ... you'll just have to wait a bit to see them all, heres a little tease.

[Mr.Frag]

AFTER ACTION REPORTS FOR 12/12/41

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TF 4 troops unloading over beach at Johore Bahru, 22,49


Japanese ground losses:
2413 casualties reported

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TF 84 troops unloading over beach at Tarakan, 33,61


Japanese ground losses:
364 casualties reported

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TF 4 troops unloading over beach at Johore Bahru, 22,49


Japanese ground losses:
2134 casualties reported

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TF 84 troops unloading over beach at Tarakan, 33,61


Japanese ground losses:
131 casualties reported

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Air attack on TF, near Soerabaja at 22,65

Japanese aircraft
G3M Nell x 54

no losses

Allied Ships
TK Anastasia
TK Iris
TK Augustina
TK Manvantara, Bomb hits 2, on fire
TK Semiramis, Bomb hits 1
TK Angelina, Bomb hits 1

Aircraft Attacking:
1 x G3M Nell bombing at 6000 feet
3 x G3M Nell bombing at 6000 feet
3 x G3M Nell bombing at 6000 feet
2 x G3M Nell bombing at 6000 feet
4 x G3M Nell bombing at 6000 feet
3 x G3M Nell bombing at 6000 feet
2 x G3M Nell bombing at 6000 feet
4 x G3M Nell bombing at 6000 feet
4 x G3M Nell bombing at 6000 feet
4 x G3M Nell bombing at 6000 feet
4 x G3M Nell bombing at 6000 feet
4 x G3M Nell bombing at 6000 feet
4 x G3M Nell bombing at 6000 feet
4 x G3M Nell bombing at 6000 feet
4 x G3M Nell bombing at 6000 feet
4 x G3M Nell bombing at 6000 feet

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Ground combat at Hong Kong

Japanese Bombardment attack

Attacking force 24622 troops, 327 guns, 17 vehicles

Defending force 13115 troops, 116 guns, 4 vehicles



Allied ground losses:
69 casualties reported
Guns lost 3

[pad152]

Here are just some of the ship types:

AD - Destroyer Tenders
Mission – Ship used to provide base facilities for destroyer type combat vessels. Provides, accommodation for staff, crews, light repair, training and resupply facilities.
Special Rules – When a AD with no fire or float damage and less than 50% system damage is at a base with the supplies exceeding its own supply needs, the following rules apply:
· Non-PT boat surface ships may reload torpedoes
· Destroyers are repaired at a faster rate

AR – Repair Ship
Mission – Ship that provides structural repairs to a damaged vessels (any type) independent of existing base facilities.

Special Rules – When a AR with no fire or float damage and less than 50% system damage is at a base with the supplies exceeding its own supply needs, the following rules apply:
· Surface ships are repaired at a faster rate

AS – Sub Tender
Mission – Ship used to provide base facilities for submarines. Provides, accommodation for staff, crews, light repair, training and resupply facilities.

Special Rules – When a AS with no fire or float damage and less than 50% system damage is at a base with the supplies exceeding its own supply needs, the following rules apply:
· Submarines may reload torpedoes
· Submarines are repaired at a faster rate

AV – Seaplane Tender
Mission – Ship used to provide base facilities for Seaplanes. Provides, accommodation for staff, crews, light repair, training and resupply facilities.

Special Rules – AV’s add 18 aviation support points to support float planes that are based at a base in their hex. This support is not given if the ship’s system damage is greater than 50 or if the ship has any flotation or fire damage.

AVD – Destroyer Seaplane Tender
Mission – Ship used to provide base facilities for Seaplanes. Provides, accommodation for staff, crews, light repair, training and resupply facilities.

Special Rules – AVD’s add 18 aviation support points to support float planes that are based at a base in their hex. This support is not given if the ship’s system damage is greater than 50 or if the ship has any flotation or fire damage.

[fabertong]

Thanks for the teaser...[:)]

[Mr.Frag]

Mogami's just laughing at me right now as I waste my time in China moving troops in to *threaten* [:D] him ... you guys wanted to see just how hopeless China is, you are about to watch about 17 divisions get taken out by 2 divisions of Japanese.

[Pascal_slith]

Anyone know if the developers have run the first turn PH attack a whole lot of times to see the statistical distribution?

[norsemanjs]

It's good to see the rule for conversion of AK's to tenders.

Both sides I hope.

What time frame is required to convert?

[byron13]

That's odd. I could swear I see a Nimitz class carrier among the ship art posted above!


[:D]

[byron13]

Looks like the CD units are very effective. Any concerns among the playtesters?

[Xargun]

This may be a dumb question but do repair ships stack ? If I have an AD and an AR in a port with enough supply, do Destroyers benefit from both ships or only one ?

Same question with AV and AVDs ?

Xargun
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