Night Disruption M44, etc.

[Volcano Man]

I am running tests now but at the moment believe it is full integer only. There is a second mechanism called replacements which does not take into effect morale but does take into account the local supply values.

Correct. Replacement value is a non floating point value (no decimal place).

This could be used to supplant the loss recovery for one side or even both if required?

Actually, I was going to suggest this to you. If you are trying to have one side get a certain amount of strength for a certain unit, or types of units, then a combination of recovery AND replacements is the way to go (or use only replacements). I have a great deal of experience with the replacement feature since it was born from F14 and the need to have every side except the British get higher strength returns, so if you have any questions with it -- email me. :)

FWIW, I actually used replacement and recovery in N44_Alt. I did that because I felt that title is unique (or should be unique). Specifically, I had the US forces and German forces and British armor get replacements (something like 2%), and also I had British infantry rely ONLY on recovery which also was something like 1%. This was done because of how the British were hurting on manpower at the time. What happens in the game is that everything except British infantry gets 1% recovery + 2% replacements, while the British infantry are outpaced with only 1% recovery. It forces a situation where the British infantry can be dwindled away if not careful.

Perhaps an approach like this is what you are looking for. Be warned though, enacting replacements in the OOB is tricky and time consuming. Better to ask if you are unsure how it works as I might be able to save you some frustration. :eek1:

Re: QFM

I agree that QFM is one of those tricky rules that some people like and some dislike. However, for the most part, the Germans usually need QFM to allow them to split into company sub units and operate effectively. Naturally if they can stay combined then they will do great work cutting through the Reds, but if recovery and/or replacements are correct, then they will eventually run out of steam in that task and still have to rely on company formations to hold the flanks. This is all generalities of course, but I agree with Strela, if you think QFM is not your cup o' tea than you can always turn it off.