82mm MTRS - Bogadukhov

[Strela]

Personally, I'd prefer experimenting with global changes and/or parameter data values over changes to the effect of artillery in certain terrain types or for certain unit types as a starting point for changing the system.

I also have a preference to manage this via a parameter data value. A good starting point would be to change the way the Indirect Fire Modifier worked. From the manual;

Indirect Fire Modifier

A modifier applies when a unit fires Indirect Fire during the opposing turn.
This modifier depends on the side of the firing unit and its value is determined by the Indirect Mod Parameter Data values. For example, if the Allied Indirect Mod value is 50%, then whenever a Russian artillery unit fires Indirect Fire during the Axis turn, the fire value of that unit is only 50% of its normal value. Indirect Fire during the unit’s turn is not affected. If the Indirect Mod value for a side is 100%, then there is no change to the fire value.

Currently this only effects the defensive fire phase for the non-phasing player. I would make it a blanket change which would allow all indirect fire to be scaled up or down as necessary. A value for example of 200% would double the final combat value.

We will have a think about this, taking into consideration ComradeP's commentary regarding casualties. Also keep in mind the higher fatigue factor will also impact units durability.

David