@SAS:
Make sure you add to the German section that Sealion ought to be attempted since it looks to be overpowered G1.
Don’t listen to him UN! He’s crazy!
No really… A Sealion, especially on turn one, is (1) a massive and unwarranted gamble and (2) an advanced strategy and is unecessary to mention to a beginner… unless they are particularly bright and ask about invading England.
G1 Sea Lion is impossible because: there are 2 cruisers (1 British, 1 French) blocking the German’s fleet w/ transport from getting to the British Isles on the first turn.
Ah Ha! Backup… with the facts to prove it.
The dice gods hate me. I always roll 5’s.
@Dylan:
The dice gods hate me. I always roll 5’s.
I would retire from playing Axis & Allies then… you might be able to get away with Monopoly.
@UN:
@M:
Nice. Good luck with the Axis strategies.
Maybe explain the regional capitals for the UK…?
I’m terrified of doing the Axis strategies. And if I asked what I should write I’m probably going to get bombarded with “G1 attack Wru 4 inf 3 tnk”, etc.
Well you can’t stop now. You gave one side of the game, now you must finish what you started and give some strats for the Axis. Not everybody wants to play the Allies, so writing at least something up for the Axis would be in your best interests. And besides, you’re doing a good job anyway.
Hey UN, thanks for doing this. I will definitely be using your guide when teaching newbies how to play. I have found that teaching the rules is straightforward, but trying to coach someone on what strategy to use is much more difficult. Your guide is perfect for this.
Thanks again
I enjoyed reading this. It was well thought out, and had some humor splashed in. It is very Larry like, as he has set the table in a similar style.
I agree that something more could be said about the the UK split capital/income. It is the first time that the UK can continue to build/fight if London falls through India and the Anz.
You have to say something about Russia getting a BB (if its only to make fun of the situation).
When you get to the axis I think the Sea Lion attempt is note worthy (even for beginners). Italy reaching its potential is also going to play into how well the axis do. Japan will have new challenges. Looking forward to seeing how the other shoe falls.
Edit:
By the way I like the color coding of the powers, but not sure if there are enough colors that will show up from what we are given. The shade of green for the Chinese opening doesn’t show up very well. UK should be more of a tan, but again not sure if the beige will show up.
I like this guide a lot, and I’m definitely going to show it to any new players to get them acquainted with the general strategy of the game. I’m looking forward to the Axis guide.
Got the Axis in. I tried to be as broad and general as I could with them, bear with me hardcore Axis players :-D
I like this guide a lot, and I’m definitely going to show it to any new players to get them acquainted with the general strategy of the game. I’m looking forward to the Axis guide.
Like your signature…but what about Napoleon? :-(
With the neutrality rules, I don’t think I would tell anybody to invade Spain, unless they want to give the Axis a huge manpower bonus.
With the neutrality rules, I don’t think I would tell anybody to invade Spain, unless they want to give the Axis a huge manpower bonus.
I’m not saying they should, I’m saying if they want to get creative or unconventional they’re free to do so.
UN, thanks for the beginners guide. There is some great info in there and will give me a leg up when I finally get to play this weekend. I haven’t had a chance to play either Europe or Pacific for 1940, but will finally have the opportunity to.
This should be posted as an Article.
Great Job!
Well I’m not sure if modifications are necessary or not since Alpha +2. But then again, I wasn’t exactly planning on writing a strategy guide, just a beginner’s guide, hence the title.
But these are just mumblings of mine, thanks for the feedback guys!
Also: this should have been in Global 1940 :|
