For blockade efficiency, does it matter how many elements a unit has? I.e. is a blockade squadron with 6 ships better than a single frigate? And what about stacking? Are 2 units in a fleet as efficient as the same 2 units in separate stacks?

If you should give the Union a try, take a look at my AAR for 'The Coming Fury', the 12 turn scenario that's in the demo. I tried to be very detailed for the first few turns on what I did and why. You might just try to follow it step by step for the first couple turns to get a 'feel' for the game. D...

Turn 7 Events : The only noteworthy events this turn are the capture of Rolla and General Grant becoming available in Louisville. Objectives : My task force is in place to land in Norfolk this turn. In Alexandria I have close to 3 full divisions ready for the assault on Manassas. Lyons is besieging ...

Turn 6 - Late September Events : Only Minor skirmishes this turn. However, union troops managed to take control of Winchester, Jefferson City, William, Rome, New Albany and Covington. Kentucky decided against secession and McClellan was appointed Commander in Chief. Objectives : In the east I need t...

Turn 5 Events : The last 2 weeks saw the heaviest fighting so far. While McDowell wasn't able to take Manassas he inflicted devastating losses to the southern forces. http://www.ageod-forum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=1861&stc=1&d=1201990383 http://www.ageod-forum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid...

Nicely done, Varigg! I'm new to the game also and like to troll the AAR forum for different ways to crush the rebellion. :niark: You are only using the demo for this AAR? That's what I love about Comp games, try before you buy! Go ahead and pick the game up, well worth it... :coeurs: Thanks! Yes, I...

Turn 4 Events : Excellent! McDowell engaged the confederate forces around Alexandria and routed them. He inflicted 4700 casualties, taking 1000 men prisoner while sustaining only 1100 losses of his own. Even more impressive, Runyon and Miles, outnumbered by 4:1, managed to outwit Beauregard in Loudo...

Turn 3 Events : So much for plans. Apparently the Northeastern Virginia Army was blocked from moving by enemy forces in Fairfax. However, there was no battle. I dont quite understand how the enemy can block my movements without engaging me? And the Confederate Cavalry doesn't seem to face the same p...

Turn 2 Events : A big battle in Montgomery. D. Miles held its own admirably against Beauregards Army, which was almost twice the size of his division. Both sides lost around 2000 men before Runyon ordered a retreat to Washington. As it turns out I was a bit overconfident when estimating replacement ...

I only have the demo right now, but I've already spend more time with it then some full games I bought. I guess I have to buy it now, thanks alot AGEod! I will write this from the perspective of someone new to the game (which I am), documenting all my moves (well, most) and the thoughts that went in...