As we get the supply situation better under control, we go back to the offensive near Gabes but still ship more troops back to Europe. But at Tobruk retreating Italians are still looking back over their shoulders at the pursuing Britsh.
Time of Writhe - Axis
RE: Time of Writhe
March 1st, 1940
As we get the supply situation better under control, we go back to the offensive near Gabes but still ship more troops back to Europe. But at Tobruk retreating Italians are still looking back over their shoulders at the pursuing Britsh.
As we get the supply situation better under control, we go back to the offensive near Gabes but still ship more troops back to Europe. But at Tobruk retreating Italians are still looking back over their shoulders at the pursuing Britsh.
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RE: Time of Writhe
March 1st, 1940
Petsamo in the north, an area of legendary hospitality, has visitors. It is one of the view occasions were the visitors are not quite welcome.
Petsamo in the north, an area of legendary hospitality, has visitors. It is one of the view occasions were the visitors are not quite welcome.
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RE: Time of Writhe
March 9st, 1940
German troops trudge through the Yugoslavian countryside towards Belgrade. The Yugoslavian defenders focus almost exclusively on the protection of the seat of government only. I hope this will not cause later grudges amongst the locals.
German troops trudge through the Yugoslavian countryside towards Belgrade. The Yugoslavian defenders focus almost exclusively on the protection of the seat of government only. I hope this will not cause later grudges amongst the locals.
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RE: Time of Writhe
March 9st, 1940
The Italian Navy lost a major engagement in the Central Med. Several RM vessels sacrificed themselves for the cause compared to none of the British while hits were roughly distributed 3:1 in their favor.
Luckily since the devastating loss to shipping a few weeks back, the convoys have not been sighted or intercepted by the RN with one exception which lead to relatively low losses only since the intercepting group was very small.
(Player note: we have adjusted/modded the damage done to convoys and are monitoring the effects closely. We strife for noticeable and hurtful but not devastating losses of convoy shipping per turn. We may adjust again if necessary. We hope that this changes will affect both players roughly equal as both are expected to conduct overseas operations at different phases of the game.)
The Italian Navy lost a major engagement in the Central Med. Several RM vessels sacrificed themselves for the cause compared to none of the British while hits were roughly distributed 3:1 in their favor.
Luckily since the devastating loss to shipping a few weeks back, the convoys have not been sighted or intercepted by the RN with one exception which lead to relatively low losses only since the intercepting group was very small.
(Player note: we have adjusted/modded the damage done to convoys and are monitoring the effects closely. We strife for noticeable and hurtful but not devastating losses of convoy shipping per turn. We may adjust again if necessary. We hope that this changes will affect both players roughly equal as both are expected to conduct overseas operations at different phases of the game.)
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RE: Time of Writhe
March 9th, 1940
After the latest attack on Finish troops, Finland pleads for the official intervention of friendly and sympathetic Germany. German diplomats then request from Russia the immediate withdrawal of all Red Army forces from Finish territory and complete restoration of the borders of September 1st, 1939. It is made quite clear that a refusal to comply will have the gravest of consequences.
After the latest attack on Finish troops, Finland pleads for the official intervention of friendly and sympathetic Germany. German diplomats then request from Russia the immediate withdrawal of all Red Army forces from Finish territory and complete restoration of the borders of September 1st, 1939. It is made quite clear that a refusal to comply will have the gravest of consequences.
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RE: Time of Writhe
March 16th, 1940
As the Russians make no sign of withdrawing from Finland as requested, we are forced to declare war. The German Meteorological Service has given green light as well as the severe winter weather at the target areas is changing to spring pattern. Since Lithuania refuses to grant right of passage to German troops, we need to declare war on them as well.
Many German army officers believe we are not ready yet for this campaign but they are reassured that Germany will never be readier and that the Soviets will gain strength faster than we can. It is now or never especially since we have a long summer before us. Romania is apparently impressed by our show of force and moves closer to the Axis camp.
As the Russians make no sign of withdrawing from Finland as requested, we are forced to declare war. The German Meteorological Service has given green light as well as the severe winter weather at the target areas is changing to spring pattern. Since Lithuania refuses to grant right of passage to German troops, we need to declare war on them as well.
Many German army officers believe we are not ready yet for this campaign but they are reassured that Germany will never be readier and that the Soviets will gain strength faster than we can. It is now or never especially since we have a long summer before us. Romania is apparently impressed by our show of force and moves closer to the Axis camp.
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RE: Time of Writhe
March 16th, 1940
European France is Axis now. There may be some hidden stragglers in yet uncontrolled areas and we have to comb the countryside. But the last opportunity to catch a boat out has passed. The Italian airforce has some success now against naval targets while the RM is getting worn out by constant engagements. The last naval battles were all relative losses - nothing major but it draws all Italian resources into ship repair. The presence of the French fleet and the audacious refusal of the Vichy peace offer make itself felt now.
European France is Axis now. There may be some hidden stragglers in yet uncontrolled areas and we have to comb the countryside. But the last opportunity to catch a boat out has passed. The Italian airforce has some success now against naval targets while the RM is getting worn out by constant engagements. The last naval battles were all relative losses - nothing major but it draws all Italian resources into ship repair. The presence of the French fleet and the audacious refusal of the Vichy peace offer make itself felt now.
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RE: Time of Writhe
March 16th, 1940
The Fins find new resolve as the German peace keeping mission get's into motion. They have high hopes the Germans will tame the Russian aggressors. Not all German commanders share their confidence.
The Fins find new resolve as the German peace keeping mission get's into motion. They have high hopes the Germans will tame the Russian aggressors. Not all German commanders share their confidence.
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RE: Time of Writhe
March 24th, 1940
As we are on a peace keeping mission for the benefit of Finland, we have chosen a "mild" policy for treatment of the occupied Russian territories. That is in contrast to our selection for Poland. The "mild" choice will result in a drop of 10% in German SU but will hopefully save money in the long run when it avoids frequently repeated need for anti-partisan activities. It will also reduce income from occupied Russia - but we don't expect huge sums from there anytime soon. (Player note: just experimenting with those treatment settings.) The mild choice should bring a good portion of the Russian population on our side - which should be easy as they are currently slaving under the yoke of their royal masters.
Lithuania surrendered in the meanwhile.
As we are on a peace keeping mission for the benefit of Finland, we have chosen a "mild" policy for treatment of the occupied Russian territories. That is in contrast to our selection for Poland. The "mild" choice will result in a drop of 10% in German SU but will hopefully save money in the long run when it avoids frequently repeated need for anti-partisan activities. It will also reduce income from occupied Russia - but we don't expect huge sums from there anytime soon. (Player note: just experimenting with those treatment settings.) The mild choice should bring a good portion of the Russian population on our side - which should be easy as they are currently slaving under the yoke of their royal masters.
Lithuania surrendered in the meanwhile.
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RE: Time of Writhe
March 24th, 1940
The Italian navy had to give up defense of the Central Med. but we continue to harass the Allied Fleets with aircraft. Convoy losses start to mount again. In return, the Italian submarine arm started its own raiding campaign on Allied convoys.
The Italian navy had to give up defense of the Central Med. but we continue to harass the Allied Fleets with aircraft. Convoy losses start to mount again. In return, the Italian submarine arm started its own raiding campaign on Allied convoys.
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RE: Time of Writhe
You need to stop pussyfooting around! The USA and Brazil are available to make war on too.
Go for it!
Chuck
(well maybe I meant "fooling" around - thanks NetNanny!)
Go for it!
Chuck
(well maybe I meant "fooling" around - thanks NetNanny!)
RE: Time of Writhe
I have been asked to explain the above, confused post.
I wanted to comment on Chocolino' aggressive stance, and used a term which the censor "****" out. I was being cute and asking why the Axis did not find some more enemies.
The early attack on the Soviet Union, while busy elsewhere got my attention!
Chuck
I wanted to comment on Chocolino' aggressive stance, and used a term which the censor "****" out. I was being cute and asking why the Axis did not find some more enemies.
The early attack on the Soviet Union, while busy elsewhere got my attention!
Chuck
RE: Time of Writhe
I was the (probably only) one too slow to understand. Thanks for the explanation.
For all those that fear the German command is overworked, I am happy to announce that portions of the German general staff will take a summer vacation until the end of August (2009 time). So the AAR will have to rest until then. But here is my thinking (based on very little experience in ToW and possibly completely off):
Carpe Diem (or Annum). I have still a very poor understanding of the relative strength in ToW. But I fear that we won't attack the USSR successfully much later in the game. They have a higher income already than Germany and pay less maintenance. The situation will only get worse. Now they also have the additional distraction by Finland.
It is true that we still have some left over business to attend to. It may come back and bite us. But finishing off the French and British will require a stronger focus on the navy, taking Gibraltar and requires less land forces than we already have but still pay maintenance for (the latter a big difference form RtV). I see the following problems (maybe imagined)
- The Axis will invest in a navy at lower tech level and waist PP in lower probability naval fights
- Diplomatic victory in Spain - prerequisite for control of Gibraltar - is not guaranteed in the near future if the Allies counter act diplomatically.
- The USSR gains strength faster than the Axis and by the time we have accomplished all the above they are rather ready to attack us.
- By that time the US is close to war entry as well.(I'm actually not sure about the actions of the US in ToW in case the British are eliminated)
- Sealion is not without risk against a human who defends all channel ports well (e.g. fully circled by additional units). Airborne troops may not succeed gaining a port in the first move. Air attacks are defended against by still strong British air force etc. Amphibious landings are risky against strong RN. And all attacks blind until the first para drop since Reconnaissance flights in England have all been completely supressed by the RAF so far.
- We rely much more on supply convoys (the Axis Achilles heel) when operating against the British / French.
In summary (at least in this game): either we win now against the USSR or loose the game altogether.
See you all in 10 days
Cornel
For all those that fear the German command is overworked, I am happy to announce that portions of the German general staff will take a summer vacation until the end of August (2009 time). So the AAR will have to rest until then. But here is my thinking (based on very little experience in ToW and possibly completely off):
Carpe Diem (or Annum). I have still a very poor understanding of the relative strength in ToW. But I fear that we won't attack the USSR successfully much later in the game. They have a higher income already than Germany and pay less maintenance. The situation will only get worse. Now they also have the additional distraction by Finland.
It is true that we still have some left over business to attend to. It may come back and bite us. But finishing off the French and British will require a stronger focus on the navy, taking Gibraltar and requires less land forces than we already have but still pay maintenance for (the latter a big difference form RtV). I see the following problems (maybe imagined)
- The Axis will invest in a navy at lower tech level and waist PP in lower probability naval fights
- Diplomatic victory in Spain - prerequisite for control of Gibraltar - is not guaranteed in the near future if the Allies counter act diplomatically.
- The USSR gains strength faster than the Axis and by the time we have accomplished all the above they are rather ready to attack us.
- By that time the US is close to war entry as well.(I'm actually not sure about the actions of the US in ToW in case the British are eliminated)
- Sealion is not without risk against a human who defends all channel ports well (e.g. fully circled by additional units). Airborne troops may not succeed gaining a port in the first move. Air attacks are defended against by still strong British air force etc. Amphibious landings are risky against strong RN. And all attacks blind until the first para drop since Reconnaissance flights in England have all been completely supressed by the RAF so far.
- We rely much more on supply convoys (the Axis Achilles heel) when operating against the British / French.
In summary (at least in this game): either we win now against the USSR or loose the game altogether.
See you all in 10 days
Cornel
RE: Time of Writhe
March 24th, 1940
Finland is under a lot of pressure. But at least all those units are not in the Baltic, Ukraine or Belorussia.
Finland is under a lot of pressure. But at least all those units are not in the Baltic, Ukraine or Belorussia.
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RE: Time of Writhe
April 1st, 1940
German troops run into first serious Russian resistance at Vilnius and, as it seems, Lvov. Much earlier in the game, April 1st was the planned start date for the Russian campaign. The few weeks head start don't hurt. Russian Infantry corps have a strength of 3 which seems normal. But we expected some early game efficiency losses that apparently don't materialize in this game.
German troops run into first serious Russian resistance at Vilnius and, as it seems, Lvov. Much earlier in the game, April 1st was the planned start date for the Russian campaign. The few weeks head start don't hurt. Russian Infantry corps have a strength of 3 which seems normal. But we expected some early game efficiency losses that apparently don't materialize in this game.
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RE: Time of Writhe
April 1st, 1940
The Italian surface fleet has withdrawn from open waters. Only the submarines hunt supply convoys. Meanwhile we try to keep the British and French busy in the desert.
The Italian surface fleet has withdrawn from open waters. Only the submarines hunt supply convoys. Meanwhile we try to keep the British and French busy in the desert.
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RE: Time of Writhe
April 1st, 1940
The Fins are still refusing to surrender.
The Fins are still refusing to surrender.
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RE: Time of Writhe
April 9th, 1940
German intelligence intercepted a Russian communique by their supreme commander announcing that their armed forces feel very much up to the task to defeat the German army on their home soil. We sincerely hope that they are wrong. After all, we have a righteous cause for this war.
German intelligence intercepted a Russian communique by their supreme commander announcing that their armed forces feel very much up to the task to defeat the German army on their home soil. We sincerely hope that they are wrong. After all, we have a righteous cause for this war.
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RE: Time of Writhe
April 9th, 1940
This week we have seen the first major loss to the Italian supply convoys after modding the settings earlier. Losses were fairly low ever since (0-20% of STP per turn) but this week the convoys have suffered closer to 40% loss. At this level, the losses are very annoying but not catastrophic. I think that was the intention of the change.
This week we have seen the first major loss to the Italian supply convoys after modding the settings earlier. Losses were fairly low ever since (0-20% of STP per turn) but this week the convoys have suffered closer to 40% loss. At this level, the losses are very annoying but not catastrophic. I think that was the intention of the change.
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RE: Time of Writhe
April 9th, 1940
The population of Helsinki is prepared by government announcements for the worst. People try to leave the city westwards towards Turku but roads are clogged while the Helsinki garrison readies itself for a last stand.
The population of Helsinki is prepared by government announcements for the worst. People try to leave the city westwards towards Turku but roads are clogged while the Helsinki garrison readies itself for a last stand.
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