Small, balanced, alt scen to get me started? (opponent found)

[Ricky B]

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may I have a quick question regarding the "houserules" on the blitz forums?

Unfortunately I couldnt come to terms with my first opponent because apparently looking at the enemy's reinforcement arrivals and release times to get a general idea is not an accepted method.

Whats the general approach regarding this?

As I wrote to him, whats the difference between me looking at the respective tabs before the game, so that i dont jump in on a scenario completely blind and having the same exact information by playing the title against the AI or pbem.

There are quite a few titles which I played extensivel and a few I didnt. For example what would my enemy do if we played the Kursk grand campaign? I have just finished a pbem game with my mate and for example I know precisely when the 6th guards army is released etc.

So in short, Iam asking for directions.
thank you
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This is a player negotiated situation. As you say, you will have knowledge through prior play in many cases - on the other hand some players want to play a scenario totally blind. Nothing wrong either way, including having the contest be cancelled due to one having knowledge and the other wanting to play blind. As long as both players are honest about their knowledge and desires, then it is all part of the negotiation for a game.

Rick