Smolensk 41 Campaign

[Dog Soldier]

IMHO, the Russians lack of supply sources means they are more vulnerable to surrounding. Mogilev historically became a large pocket that held out for some time delaying the advance on the southern end of the CG map. This is not possible since surrounded Russian forces drop for "normal" morale of D to E just for isolation. Add low ammo or disruption, which will occur, and they become F or no morale, just a bag of rabble easily mopped up.

The Axis are well simulated, IMHO, with the VST OR as it causes the player to pay attention to his extended supply lines as the game wears on. I think this was a concern for the Axis in Smolensk 41.

By passed Russian units that the Axis lose track of can fight a partisan type of battle in the German rear. This makes for an interesting battle. Fan out to make sure there are no Russians hiding anywhere thus diluting the offensive punch. Or concentrate on a spearhead approach to penetrate the Russian defenses at the risk of leaving behind nuisances.

The S41 map is great in that neither side can afford to extend their forces form edge to edge. The open flanks make for an exciting game between skilled players. I guess that is why S41 rates so well when player are polled about titles they like best.

Dog Soldier