New Idea for ME's?

[Ratzki]

I have found the same issues with QB's, probably the reason that I do not play them very often other then att/def type games. I think that it is the mapmaker's fualt that games end up as initial flag rushes. The random generation of the map frequently produces maps that provide too much cover for both sides all the way up to the flags, therefore why not charge for the flags, the enemy does not even get a good chance to see you before you are most of the way there. Yes, you can change the random generator's tree coverage and hilliness ect. but it just does not make good maps, and with less coverage you are often trading shots from the opening turn all while crammed into the small start-up zones.
I think that you are on the right track with making your own QB maps, but try this.... place the large flags closer to each sides starting points and the smaller flags in the centre. this way the centre of the map is worth less, and each side gets a chance to control several large flags early in the game, with the winner being the one who wanders into enemy territory and takes one or more of the larger flags. You will have to watch map size to make sure that there is enough time to accomplish the extra move distance, the battles, and the control of the enemy flags. Multiple large flags on top of one another ups the rewards for attacking enemy flags and eggs on each side to duke it out while building a solid defense at the same time.