We have just updated Planet Mongoose with some more hints about the forthcoming Victory at Sea!
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VaS 2.0 Development Progress
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Minor spelling correction before VaS 2.0 goes to print - it's Kriegsmarine. 
The USS Iowa looks nicely detailed, with one exception which is common to the other preview pictures. Can the funnels have holes added? Granted, WW2 ships usually had a grating over the funnel to stop someone from dropping a bomb down it, but if detail such as small AA guns can be added then funnel caps which look as though they can emit smoke should also be possible.
The USS Iowa looks nicely detailed, with one exception which is common to the other preview pictures. Can the funnels have holes added? Granted, WW2 ships usually had a grating over the funnel to stop someone from dropping a bomb down it, but if detail such as small AA guns can be added then funnel caps which look as though they can emit smoke should also be possible.
Myrm said:
The methods use to cast the VaS ships are completely different from those used with Star Fleet. In any case, you will have plenty of chances to see the VaS range before it goes on sale.
AdmiralGrafSpee
Mongoose
I'm really looking forward to this book! While our group didn't play the last version very much (no point values didn't work well for our group dynamic) I really enjoyed the book and all the writeups for the ships. Now with point values added, a rules update, and more historical fluff, what's not to like?!
-Tim
-Tim
That looks great!
I am really glad all the naval elements are coming together. Battleships, Destroyers, Aircraft, Torpedo Boats, Submarines, etc. Great stuff.
If it is not too late, I would LOVE to see a fleet list for both the Allies and the Axis minor fleets. C'Mon, Canadians!
I play this game mostly via historical scenarios with little real interest in "build a fleet" tournament play. I love the historical scenarios, especially small fleet scenarios.
Peace
I am really glad all the naval elements are coming together. Battleships, Destroyers, Aircraft, Torpedo Boats, Submarines, etc. Great stuff.
If it is not too late, I would LOVE to see a fleet list for both the Allies and the Axis minor fleets. C'Mon, Canadians!
I play this game mostly via historical scenarios with little real interest in "build a fleet" tournament play. I love the historical scenarios, especially small fleet scenarios.
Peace
There will be list for the allies of the major nations. The problem is do you list it as Canadian if the crew is Canadian but the ship is British. Or list it that way if they built it and man it themselves?
Most of the time the ship falls under British Leadership but is stated to be Canadian crewed. Same goes for the others. I have some ideas but would like to hear what others have to say.
Ray
Most of the time the ship falls under British Leadership but is stated to be Canadian crewed. Same goes for the others. I have some ideas but would like to hear what others have to say.
Ray
Viktor_Renquist
Mongoose
rcbecker1 said:
It gets messier than that. There was a "New Zealand Division" of the Royal Navy until 1941, when the RNZN was formed. How would ships like HMS (Later HMNZS) Achilles be classified? In addition, much of the RAN at this point consisted of vessels transferred from the RN, often with at least part of the Officer Cadre intact. This occurred with smaller, as well as larger vessels. I've got a mate here who's father served on Flower-class corvettes on the Murmansk run, and he was on one of the ships transferred to the RAN in 1945, along with the whole crew!
Additionally, IIRC, all of the Commonwealth navies served under the overall administration of The Admiralty. My inclination would be to group these forces together, under a heading like "Royal and Dominion Navies" and identify on a ship by ship basis when needed
Viktor_Renquist said:
I was thinking title Commonwealth navies but "Royal and Dominion Navies" could work if thats the correct name for it.
Now this would need to have list of ships, nations and dates for ships controled.
If you guys want ill head this and you guys can help check info and offer info at my email.
PM me if interested.
Ray
Thanks for the responses!
Sometimes it is easy to forget that other nations did play a part in these wars. It is always welcome to see a nod to those who served under different flags. There is no harm in doing so, the upside is huge, the downside is minimal.
Regarding the "it gets more messy". Well, most of the ship stats are a "snap shot" of the ship at a certain time period, so the whole stat thing is kinda messy anyways. The Hood for example has a flaw based upon one critical hit. If that hit had been in a different location, or never happened, then war games would not even put that flaw in the stats. But they do because that is the colourful part of the Hood's history and folks associate the Hood with that moment.
The HMCS Haida (Tribal Class) was a great ship. Yes, the Tribal class served different nations, but the Haida served the Canada well, sinking 14 ships. Quite an accomplishment....for any nation. The Haida is also the sole survivor of the Tribal Class.
I know listing individual ships is outside the scope of Victory at Sea. The preference is not to duplicate information in different sections. But an Order of Battle that referenced these ships is a good idea.
Peace
Sometimes it is easy to forget that other nations did play a part in these wars. It is always welcome to see a nod to those who served under different flags. There is no harm in doing so, the upside is huge, the downside is minimal.
Regarding the "it gets more messy". Well, most of the ship stats are a "snap shot" of the ship at a certain time period, so the whole stat thing is kinda messy anyways. The Hood for example has a flaw based upon one critical hit. If that hit had been in a different location, or never happened, then war games would not even put that flaw in the stats. But they do because that is the colourful part of the Hood's history and folks associate the Hood with that moment.
The HMCS Haida (Tribal Class) was a great ship. Yes, the Tribal class served different nations, but the Haida served the Canada well, sinking 14 ships. Quite an accomplishment....for any nation. The Haida is also the sole survivor of the Tribal Class.
I know listing individual ships is outside the scope of Victory at Sea. The preference is not to duplicate information in different sections. But an Order of Battle that referenced these ships is a good idea.
Peace
Howdy,
1) Why...yes I do play WaS!
I was hoping when Mongoose announced their own ships they would be in the 1/1800 scale so they would be compatible. Alas, they are not so I will unfortunately not be buying any. I buy complete sets of the WaS stuff when it comes out. I have the entire line.
2) That's true. I remember that now that you mention it. The special things about the ships is what gives the game its flavour. Otherwise I would be happy using counters.
3) I am really excited about VaS 2.0. I get the impression that the system is being looked at as a whole this time, instead of mixing and matching the different elements. That is a HUGE step in the right direction. Getting Subs, Ships and Planes all working coherently and in a manner that feels right is not an easy task. However, if it is done right, this is a game that will be played for a LONG time. It fills an interesting niche...not too heavy, not too light. I can't wait.
Peace
1) Why...yes I do play WaS!
I was hoping when Mongoose announced their own ships they would be in the 1/1800 scale so they would be compatible. Alas, they are not so I will unfortunately not be buying any. I buy complete sets of the WaS stuff when it comes out. I have the entire line.
2) That's true. I remember that now that you mention it. The special things about the ships is what gives the game its flavour. Otherwise I would be happy using counters.
3) I am really excited about VaS 2.0. I get the impression that the system is being looked at as a whole this time, instead of mixing and matching the different elements. That is a HUGE step in the right direction. Getting Subs, Ships and Planes all working coherently and in a manner that feels right is not an easy task. However, if it is done right, this is a game that will be played for a LONG time. It fills an interesting niche...not too heavy, not too light. I can't wait.
Peace
I to have played WAS its just a little to simple and dice heavy for me. But fun for quick games.
Did you come over from the A&A forum. Im also a member there. They (Mongoose) have to go for the most common size ships, I understand and wont buy a bunch either just enough for small games, as I own most of the WAS line myself. I have all the navies in that scale. My wife assumes Ive lost my mind. I think from what Ive seen the new VAS will be very thorough. But its gonna take time as its a big project.
Ray
Did you come over from the A&A forum. Im also a member there. They (Mongoose) have to go for the most common size ships, I understand and wont buy a bunch either just enough for small games, as I own most of the WAS line myself. I have all the navies in that scale. My wife assumes Ive lost my mind. I think from what Ive seen the new VAS will be very thorough. But its gonna take time as its a big project.
Ray
Been away a while so....
Are there plans to support WW1 and before? I usually avoid any naval war game that includes aircraft since the games premise and play radically shifts from warship-vs-warship to long range out of sight duels between carrier air-wings.
Not a problem if that is what you like. But I have always enjoyed a heavy gun slugfest.
That said, are there any plans for on down the line?
Are there plans to support WW1 and before? I usually avoid any naval war game that includes aircraft since the games premise and play radically shifts from warship-vs-warship to long range out of sight duels between carrier air-wings.
Not a problem if that is what you like. But I have always enjoyed a heavy gun slugfest.
That said, are there any plans for on down the line?
My favorite way to play WaS now is either the official Long Distance rules, or afilter's Large Map rules.:
http://rallyroundtheflag.blogspot.com/
They really change the game in a subtle but significant fashion. Carriers are now far away from the battle, historical battles become possible. Playing this way is just like being Nimitz overlooking a huge battle.
Not many naval miniature games will allow you to play the Battle of Calabria with a FULL order of battle in 3 hours and get a good feel for the battle.
http://beerandpretzel.webs.com/apps/photos/album?albumid=12901209
Oh what fun! I recommend you give it a try sometime. It is a different scale.
Peace
PS. I recognize this is totally off topic from the original (and much anticipated) subject. If the mods move or even delete this post I completely understand.
http://rallyroundtheflag.blogspot.com/
They really change the game in a subtle but significant fashion. Carriers are now far away from the battle, historical battles become possible. Playing this way is just like being Nimitz overlooking a huge battle.
Not many naval miniature games will allow you to play the Battle of Calabria with a FULL order of battle in 3 hours and get a good feel for the battle.
http://beerandpretzel.webs.com/apps/photos/album?albumid=12901209
Oh what fun! I recommend you give it a try sometime. It is a different scale.
Peace
PS. I recognize this is totally off topic from the original (and much anticipated) subject. If the mods move or even delete this post I completely understand.
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