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Game 8 barnee vs Panzerstahl-Helm
Game:1940
Axis: barnee
Allies: Panzerstahl-Helm
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Congratulation to barnee and thanks again fo an awesome, 17 round lasting battle!!!
The brilliant head of the Axis High Command has lead the Axis to a deserved victory!
Spoiler - this is an AI generated report with stats and a few pics of the map after each 2 rounds.
Game Report
ROUND 1
Germany launched a large-scale blitzkrieg through Western Europe, seizing France, Southern
France, and Normandy/Bordeaux in rapid succession. A coordinated assault at sea devastated
Allied fleets, although some German aircraft were lost. The offensive in Yugoslavia stalled despite
heavy investment.
Losses: ~58 IPC
Enemy Losses: ~108 IPC
The Soviet Union remained passive, consolidating its forces in Ukraine, Belarus, and Bryansk.
There were no combat operations.
Losses: 0 IPC
Enemy Losses: 0 IPC
Japan executed an extensive land campaign in China, capturing key regions including Chahar,
Anhwe, and Yunnan. Resistance was crushed swiftly with minimal losses.
Losses: ~3 IPC
Enemy Losses: ~18 IPC
The United States prepared for conflict, shifting naval forces in the Pacific but remaining neutral.
Losses: 0 IPC
Enemy Losses: 0 IPC
China successfully retook Yunnan but suffered heavy infantry losses. The front remained contested.
Losses: ~9 IPC
Enemy Losses: ~13 IPC
Britain engaged Axis forces in Africa and the Mediterranean, scoring victories but suffering
substantial naval and ground losses in France.
Losses: ~103 IPC
Enemy Losses: ~24 IPC
Italy expanded aggressively, taking Alexandria, Greece, and Yugoslavia, while its navy clashed with
Allied fleets with moderate success.
Losses: ~12 IPC
Enemy Losses: ~36 IPC
ANZAC captured Java and Dutch New Guinea unopposed, beginning its island-hopping efforts.
Losses: 0 IPC
Enemy Losses: 0 IPC
France collapsed in Europe, losing Paris. Minor colonial movements occurred in Africa.
Losses: ~52 IPC | Enemy Losses: ~7 IPC
ROUND 2
Germany fortified Western Europe and advanced into Scandinavia without conflict. Its military
spending focused on air and naval power.
Losses: 0 IPC
Enemy Losses: 0 IPC
The Soviet Union deployed defenses to Bryansk and Ukraine, reinforcing positions but avoiding
engagement.
Losses: 0 IPC
Enemy Losses: 0 IPC
Japan declared war on the Allies and unleashed a successful Pacific offensive, capturing the
Philippines, Malaya, and Indochina.
Losses: ~6 IPC
Enemy Losses: ~45 IPC
The United States entered the war. Naval and air forces destroyed U-boats in the Atlantic and
prepared for actions in the Pacific.
Losses: ~8 IPC
Enemy Losses: ~24 IPC
China attempted to reclaim Yunnan but failed, incurring further infantry losses.
Losses: ~12 IPC
Enemy Losses: 0 IPC
Britain lost Gibraltar and Egypt to Italy. Reinforcements moved to India and Transjordan was
contested.
Losses: ~36 IPC
Enemy Losses: ~9 IPC
Italy took Gibraltar and Egypt with limited losses. Cyprus was garrisoned and naval units
redeployed.
Losses: ~6 IPC
Enemy Losses: ~18 IPC
ANZAC strengthened Queensland and coordinated with US forces. No battles were fought.
Losses: 0 IPC
Enemy Losses: 0 IPC
France retook Tobruk. North African positions were marginally reinforced.
Losses: 0 IPC
Enemy Losses: ~3 IPC
Map after round 2:
after round 2.jpg
ROUND 3
Germany focused on expanding its military-industrial base and shifted troops to the Eastern Front.
No combat occurred.
Losses: 0 IPC
Enemy Losses: 0 IPC
The Soviet Union prepared for an anticipated German invasion. Tankograd was activated and
minefields installed.
Losses: 0 IPC
Enemy Losses: 0 IPC
Japan consolidated gains in Southeast Asia, reinforcing airbases and production capacity.
Losses: 0 IPC
Enemy Losses: 0 IPC
The United States expanded naval presence in the Pacific and secured Gibraltar. Minor skirmishes
with submarines continued.
Losses: ~8 IPC
Enemy Losses: ~12 IPC
China’s repeated attempts to retake Yunnan resulted in significant infantry casualties without
success.
Losses: ~12 IPC
Enemy Losses: 0 IPC
Britain developed West Indian factories and bolstered Indian defenses.
Losses: 0 IPC
Enemy Losses: 0 IPC
Italy remained entrenched in North Africa and reinforced positions without engagement.
Losses: 0 IPC
Enemy Losses: 0 IPC
ANZAC repositioned its fleet and land forces near Queensland. No battles were undertaken.
Losses: 0 IPC
Enemy Losses: 0 IPC
France continued limited redeployments in Libya and Egypt.
Losses: 0 IPC
Enemy Losses: ~3 IPC
ROUND 4
Germany declared war on the Soviet Union and deployed forces across Eastern Europe,
concentrating mechanized divisions and air support in Romania and Bryansk. No direct assaults
were launched, but the Eastern Front tension escalated.
Losses: 0 IPC
Enemy Losses: 0 IPC
The Soviet Union responded by constructing heavy defenses and placing mines in key cities. A
rocket strike against Bryansk failed, resulting in significant Soviet losses.
Losses: ~27 IPC
Enemy Losses: ~12 IPC
Japan reinforced the Pacific perimeter and constructed airfields and industrial centers on the
Caroline Islands and Kwangtung. No battles took place.
Losses: 0 IPC
Enemy Losses: 0 IPC
The United States upgraded minor factories to major ones and reinforced Gibraltar and Queensland.
Anti-submarine operations succeeded in the Atlantic.
Losses: ~8 IPC
Enemy Losses: ~18 IPC
China consolidated forces in Sikang after repeated losses in Yunnan. No new attacks occurred.
Losses: 0 IPC
Enemy Losses: 0 IPC
Britain strengthened defenses in India and built infrastructure in West India. Air support units moved
to the Middle East.
Losses: ~5 IPC
Enemy Losses: ~6 IPC
Italy garrisoned Alexandria and prepared for further actions in the Middle East. No major operations
occurred.
Losses: 0 IPC
Enemy Losses: 0 IPC
ANZAC maintained positions in Queensland and supported Allied logistics in the Pacific.
Losses: 0 IPC
Enemy Losses: 0 IPC
France advanced slightly in Libya and maintained control over Tobruk.
Losses: 0 IPC
Enemy Losses: ~3 IPC
Map after round 4:
after round 4.jpg
ROUND 5
Germany launched an offensive into Bryansk, achieving a decisive victory and crippling Soviet
defenses. Heavy armor and air units played a central role.
Losses: ~18 IPC
Enemy Losses: ~42 IPC
The Soviet Union regrouped in Smolensk and Moscow, deploying artillery and tank divisions.
Defensive posture remained strong.
Losses: ~14 IPC
Enemy Losses: ~7 IPC
Japan initiated naval operations in the Pacific and fortified bases in Malaya and the Carolines.
Defensive preparations continued.
Losses: 0 IPC
Enemy Losses: 0 IPC
The United States increased naval presence in the Pacific and deployed units to India and the
Middle East. Air cover secured key sea zones.
Losses: 0 IPC
Enemy Losses: ~10 IPC
China attempted a renewed push into Yunnan but was again repelled with heavy losses.
Losses: ~9 IPC
Enemy Losses: 0 IPC
Britain launched attacks in Persia and pushed back Axis-aligned forces in the Middle East. India
continued expanding infrastructure.
Losses: ~10 IPC
Enemy Losses: ~15 IPC
Italy sent reinforcements to Alexandria and held defensive positions in North Africa.
Losses: 0 IPC
Enemy Losses: 0 IPC
ANZAC supported Allied naval movements near the Coral Sea and South Pacific.
Losses: 0 IPC
Enemy Losses: 0 IPC
France maintained position in North Africa with no major actions taken.
Losses: 0 IPC
Enemy Losses: 0 IPC
ROUND 6
Germany pushed further into Soviet territory, capturing Smolensk and approaching Moscow. Air
superiority proved vital.
Losses: ~22 IPC
Enemy Losses: ~48 IPC
The Soviet Union launched a counteroffensive but was forced to retreat. The defense of Moscow
intensified with all available resources.
Losses: ~16 IPC
Enemy Losses: ~8 IPC
Japan invaded India, taking Bengal and threatening Calcutta. Coordinated land-sea-air operations
were highly effective.
Losses: ~10 IPC
Enemy Losses: ~22 IPC
The United States reinforced the Indian front and conducted successful amphibious landings in
Southeast Asia.
Losses: ~6 IPC
Enemy Losses: ~15 IPC
China, facing collapse, retreated further into Western territories with minimal operational capacity.
Losses: ~5 IPC
Enemy Losses: 0 IPC
Britain lost Calcutta but fortified southern India and regrouped with ANZAC forces.
Losses: ~12 IPC
Enemy Losses: ~6 IPC
Italy remained in a defensive posture in Alexandria and Libya. Minor skirmishes with French forces
occurred.
Losses: ~2 IPC
Enemy Losses: ~4 IPC
ANZAC shifted forces to reinforce India and operated transports in the South Pacific.
Losses: 0 IPC
Enemy Losses: 0 IPC
France engaged in skirmishes near Egypt and held positions.
Losses: 0 IPC
Enemy Losses: ~2 IPC
Map after round 6:
after round 6.jpg
…Round 7 - 17 foolowing
Some stats:
Country
Estimated IPC Losses
🇩🇪 Germany
~950 IPC
🇷🇺 Soviet Union
~470 IPC
🇯🇵 Japan
~630 IPC
🇺🇸 United States
~540 IPC
🇬🇧 Britain
~420 IPC
🇮🇹 Italy
~210 IPC
🇨🇳 China
~195 IPC
🇦🇺 ANZAC
~55 IPC
🇫🇷 France
~45 IPC
Country
Estimated IPC Destroyed
🇩🇪 Germany
~1,120 IPC
🇷🇺 Soviet Union
~310 IPC
🇯🇵 Japan
~890 IPC
🇺🇸 United States
~1,150 IPC
🇬🇧 Britain
~580 IPC
🇮🇹 Italy
~190 IPC
🇨🇳 China
~45 IPC
🇦🇺 ANZAC
~115 IPC
🇫🇷 France
~70 IPC
Unit Type
🇩🇪 Germany
🇷🇺 USSR
🇯🇵 Japan
🇺🇸 USA
🇬🇧 UK
🇮🇹 Italy
🇨🇳 China
🇦🇺 ANZAC
🇫🇷 France
Total
Infantry
~35
~45
~30
~12
~18
~15
~22
~2
~1
~180
Artillery
~8
~10
~5
~5
~6
~5
0
~1
~1
~41
Mech. Infantry
~6
~12
0
~10
~4
~2
0
0
0
~34
Tanks (all)
~18
~16
~6
~12
~7
~4
0
0
~1
~64
Elite Units
~6
~5
~5
~1
~2
~1
0
0
0
~20
Fighters
~10
~4
~8
~6
~6
~2
0
~1
~1
~38
Tactical Bombers
~6
~3
~9
~8
~4
0
0
0
0
~30
Strategic Bombers
~4
~2
~3
~4
~2
0
0
0
0
~15
Paratroopers
~6
0
~2
0
~5
~3
0
0
0
~16
Submarines
~12
0
~14
~4
~3
~1
0
0
0
~34
Destroyers
~5
0
~4
~6
~7
~1
0
~2
0
~25
Cruisers
~3
0
~3
~5
~4
~1
0
0
0
~16
Battleships
~2
0
~2
~2
~2
0
0
0
0
~8
Transports
~4
0
~8
~6
~6
~2
0
~2
0
~28
Heavy Tanks
~6
~1
0
~2
0
0
0
0
0
~9
Rocket Launchers
~5
~6
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
~11
AA Guns
~5
~8
~1
~1
~2
~1
0
0
0
~18
Category
Estimated IPC Value
🏗️
Total Units Produced
~2,300 IPC
💥
Total Units Destroyed
~1,700 IPC
🛡️
Surviving Units
~600 IPC (approx.)
