[QUOTE=CabooseRvB;37410439]
Also what are some good division templates?[/QUOTE]
Depends on your resources, terrain, and the roles.
Some generics would be:
Infantry:
Infx4/3
Artx1
Breakthrough/Exploit:
Motx2/3
TDx2
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LArmx2/3
SPArtx2
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Motx4
I've been using;
3xmotor/1 engi
1xLArmor/2xmotor/1xTD
1xArm/2xmotor/1xSPG - Soft attack
2xArm/1xMotor/1xTD - Hard attack
These are generally good all around. Engineers are a good idea (but not always) if you're going to be in Europe since it's rivers and forts are a total nightmare to fight in.
Engineers are pretty expensive to invest in. They are great for specialized roles, but pretty hard to supply en masse.
Welp, I'm trying to get my whole two armies along the Rio Grande river for an invasion of North America.
I got four mountain corps that are going to hit the Rockies, Appalachians and the Sierra Nevada while my armored corps rolls through the plains. I have second regular army corps in the works so that way my forces will be a little balanced.
I've been sticking single tank brigades with infantry divisions, that's probably why my attacks are going so slow.
[QUOTE=CabooseRvB;37412433]
I've been sticking single tank brigades with infantry divisions, that's probably why my attacks are going so slow.[/QUOTE]
How the fuck to do you supply these guys? Your armies should be constantly in the red if you have a large mass of Infantry with tanks attached.
Not really, the only supply troubles I had so far is having my troops in the middle of the Mexican peninsula where there is like <50% infrastructure.
[QUOTE=CabooseRvB;37418961]Not really, the only supply troubles I had so far is having my troops in the middle of the Mexican peninsula where there is like <50% infrastructure.[/QUOTE]
Well, if it works I guess it doesn't really need to be fixed. It just seems insanely expensive from a supply point of view. Also, those divisions must take a long time to pump out.
Do you guys Recommend Hearts of Iron 3?
[QUOTE=Salricci;37423414]Do you guys Recommend Hearts of Iron 3?[/QUOTE]
it was fun for a first paradox game
but rest of their games are better
[editline]26th August 2012[/editline]
who knows this new expansion might include more
[QUOTE=Salricci;37423414]Do you guys Recommend Hearts of Iron 3?[/QUOTE]Only if you get Semper Fi and For the Motherland, otherwise no.
[QUOTE=Salricci;37423414]Do you guys Recommend Hearts of Iron 3?[/QUOTE]
If you like organizing armies and shit then sure.
Hearts of Iron 2 was my first Paradox game and the series has a special place in my heart, but CK2, Victoria2, and EU3 are all better than HoI3 IMO.
HoI3 would be more fun if it wasn't so bogged down in troop managment. It's a goddamned war, let me wage it on the battlefield!
[QUOTE=gufu;37424227]HoI3 would be more fun if it wasn't so bogged down in troop managment. It's a goddamned war, let me wage it on the battlefield![/QUOTE]
There are plenty of games that let you do that. HoI3 takes a different approach and puts you more in the general's chair. Being in command of an army is mostly management and organization of your forces.
I love that HoI3 decided to diverge from other strategy games(even other Paradox Titles) and give a very focused experience on management and strategy of a nation's armed forces. It can be a ton of micromanagement, but it's also very refreshing.
[URL="http://forum.paradoxplaza.com/forum/showthread.php?627207-Reyes-Ib%E9ricos-A-d-IvreAAR"]Update[/URL] to my CK2 AAR. Been having some problems lately as you'll see in the link.
HoI is fun in its own way. It's definitely less battle after battle focused than say, CK2 or even EU3, but once you get into a war it's pretty good.
[QUOTE=Masamune;37434509][URL="http://forum.paradoxplaza.com/forum/showthread.php?627207-Reyes-Ib%E9ricos-A-d-IvreAAR"]Update[/URL] to my CK2 AAR. Been having some problems lately as you'll see in the link.
HoI is fun in its own way. It's definitely less battle after battle focused than say, CK2 or even EU3, but once you get into a war it's pretty good.[/QUOTE]
Your writing is pretty amusing to read.
[editline]28th August 2012[/editline]
[sp]In a good way[/sp]
[QUOTE=Scientist2;37438877]Your writing is pretty amusing to read.
[/QUOTE]
I'm not trying to write a wall of text or a book like a lot of AARs do. This one I kinda rushed out but I find it harder and less interesting to read walls. :v:
[QUOTE=Masamune;37440382]I'm not trying to write a wall of text or a book like a lot of AARs do. This one I kinda rushed out but I find it harder and less interesting to read walls. :v:[/QUOTE]
Yeah but what i meant to say was; You keep the parts that are a bit longer interesting to read.
[URL="http://forum.paradoxplaza.com/forum/showthread.php?629122-Crusader-Kings-II-Legacy-of-Rome-Expansion-Announced!"]Crusader Kings II: Legacy of Rome expansion announced![/URL]
[QUOTE][B]The last gasp of the Roman Empire is in your hands, dear leader.
[B]NEW YORK – August 28, 2012 – [/B][/B]Crusader Kings II: Legacy of Rome is a new expansion which will breathe a dose of hot, spicy, Mediterranean fresh air into the deliciously dark world of the critically acclaimed strategy/RPG, Crusader Kings II. The Byzantine Empire is receiving some tender loving care from Paradox Interactive and Paradox Development Studio with the new expansion pack, which will add a wealth of features to the game and build upon Crusader Kings' glory.
In the rich politics of Byzantium, you'll find your cranky and disgruntled vassals split into factions, which will band together in revolt against your rule (they're getting smarter)! Thankfully, your generals have improved to match them. Legacy of Rome introduces Leader Focus, with generals' skills carrying more importance than ever before. This may prove useful if you have any generals that are (I) competent and (II) not plotting to drown you in a lake.
As for the wealth of features, let's talk about wealth! You'll be able to appoint your very own Orthodox patriarch instead of depending on that miserable old patriarch of Constantinople, plus you'll have greater control over where you demand levies from your vassals, and, of course, indulge in new, Byzantine-specific events and decisions. You'll need your regent to be at the top of their game, so it's a good thing there are now Self-Improvement ambitions for them! It's almost as if not everybody in the kingdom is out to get you.
The last gasp of the Roman Empire is in your hands, dear leader. Try not to screw it up.
This second expansion pack for Crusader Kings II arrives Q4 2012 on all major digital download portals for the suggested retail price of 9,99 USD.
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Crusader Kings II: Legacy of Rome Main features:
[/B][/B][/B]New Faction System: Join a royal faction and use your allies in the party to enhance your strength and tear down rivals
Raise Standing Armies: You will now be able to use retinues to have standing armies in your domain: the size of which is determined by technology
Experience Factional Revolts: No more easily defeated rebellions. Disgruntled vassals will now band together in revolt against your rule through their faction
Appoint Orthodox Patriarchs: Orthodox kingdoms and empires can now control their own heads of religion and their powers, instead of being dependent on the patriarch of Constantinople
Streamlined Mobilization: You will always raise a single, larger levy from your direct vassal; no need to worry about the opinions of the lower vassals
Leader Focus on Combat: Appoint your generals wisely, their traits and skills are now of vital importance on the field of battle. More commander traits are now added to increase the importance of your choice of military leaders
Byzantium Comes Alive: New sets of decisions and events specifically designed with the Byzantine Empire in mind
Improve your ruler: You can now actively strive to improve your skills or traits through the new Self-Improvement Ambitions
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"Watch" your step.
Wow. Harsh.
[QUOTE=HolyCrusade;37441971][URL="http://forum.paradoxplaza.com/forum/showthread.php?629122-Crusader-Kings-II-Legacy-of-Rome-Expansion-Announced!"]Crusader Kings II: Legacy of Rome expansion announced![/URL][/QUOTE]
Helllllllllllllllllllllll yeah!
[QUOTE=HolyCrusade;37441971][URL="http://forum.paradoxplaza.com/forum/showthread.php?629122-Crusader-Kings-II-Legacy-of-Rome-Expansion-Announced!"]Crusader Kings II: Legacy of Rome expansion announced![/URL][/QUOTE]
ROMA VICTOR
oh yes. I don't even like playing as the Byzantines but fuck yeah that sounds cool.
I need to get a new nation up and going. Probably going to reform Ireland again.
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"Watch" your step.
Wow. Harsh.[/QUOTE]Such was life in the Middle Ages.
I'm more interested in the professional soldier feature than anything else. I wonder if it will extend to other nations.
I mean, Byzantium is cool and all, but it's more of a hardmode type play style. You have to manage civil wars at least once a decade, and invasion from muslims, and elective monarchy succession and getting rid of the opponents and such. I was having fun playing as them with some mods, but yeah, was kinda hard since everyone keeps their levys in reserve for civil war.
the only nation that didnt really keep an active standing army was england
then again, i may be wrong in that that broad generalization, i really only studied renaissance nations, not really feudal army structure
I believe France was the only nation in Western Europe to establish a standing army sometime around the end of CK2's timeframe, do feel free to prove me wrong though.
Doesn't matter. They named their fucking company off of the fact that you can do anything in these games.
how should I go about increasing my levies of vassals and myself? I'm good at getting my vassals to adore me, so.
And that's why I love them.
However, I wish it was easier for me to become Uber-Russia and conquer da whole world in one fell swoop.
Bleh, there's TAG for that.
[sp]Not really, I only use tag if I'm in the mood for making a really weird storyline between multiple nations[/sp]
[QUOTE=Killerjc;37448511]the only nation that didnt really keep an active standing army was england
then again, i may be wrong in that that broad generalization, i really only studied renaissance nations, not really feudal army structure[/QUOTE]
The Feudal structure didn't really allow for an effective standing army. There were certain things that were similar to a standing army, knights and guard "regiments" for the King, Duke, Earl, etc. Peasantry would also be forced to train in combat in many areas yearly. However, the political and monetary structure of Feudal Europe limited the size and scope of retainers, and peasantry were still expected to bring their own weapon to the battlefield(fun fact: besides the mace and sword, almost all weapons like the bill, flail, and halberd, that we think of as being "medieval", are descended from farming implements because of this).
Standing armies started coming about as Feudal Monarchy began growing into Absolute Monarchy, since it allowed Kings to assert more political power over their domain. Even then, professional, regular armies weren't common until the 1500s-1600s I believe.
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