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jwolf -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/3/2018 1:34:49 PM)

As for Erik, the evidence seems good that a lot happened in the last turn. Maybe it went poorly for the Japanese and he has a dilemma in how to regroup. Or maybe it was more mixed, some good and some bad, but with so much happening he needs time to plan the next round, as you will once the turn comes to you.



Canoerebel -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/3/2018 1:41:46 PM)

I was up last night until nearly three a.m., working on another poem. I couldn't rest well until I got something down on paper. Then I rested. I think I've written about eight since late March. I have one more in mind.

While I was up, Erik was stirring. We exchanged a few "what the heck? it's early!" emails. Then he sent the 9/11/44 turn. Once again, preternaturally quiet. His forces are in the same locations, poised to strike but not striking; and seemingly not really probing hard. I'll post a graphic in a bit.



Canoerebel -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/3/2018 3:04:17 PM)

9/11/44

NoPac: The tension is incredible. Shikuka survived the opening assault by the smallest of margins, and a concerted enemy assault would likely finish things up. That Erik hasn't attacked in ten days is a testament either to the damage his guys absorbed or to his patience in cobbling together the next assault.


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BBfanboy -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/3/2018 5:10:34 PM)

Does that top dialogue box mean to say "replenish mines"?



Squamry -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/3/2018 5:50:10 PM)

I was wondering if the delay to Erik restarting the attacks could be due to lack of support troops on Hokkaido? If he was not expecting an attack in NoPac there may not be as much air support as he would like and after the losses of the first few days it may be taking some time to get the LBA back up to muster.



Canoerebel -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/3/2018 5:51:12 PM)

Yes.

My sub-laid mines don't seem to be accomplishing anything, but I feel better with them in place. Eventually I might get lucky.



Canoerebel -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/3/2018 5:52:13 PM)

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ORIGINAL: Squamry
I was wondering if the delay to Erik restarting the attacks could be due to lack of support troops on Hokkaido? If he was not expecting an attack in NoPac there may not be as much air support as he would like and after the losses of the first few days it may be taking some time to get the LBA back up to muster.


He's been attending to his defenses for months with great intensity. I'm sure he has everything in place and to his liking, inculding support troops.



MakeeLearn -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/3/2018 6:03:54 PM)

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ORIGINAL: Canoerebel

Here's one more, this one written after an early-April hike. When I heard a pileated woodpecker, I was thinking about the Cherokee Indians who once resided in the valley below.

Erik disappeared today; no posts; no turn; no word. That's unusual. Since I'm expecting a boot to drop with every turn, the sudden slow-down is tough.

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Background...

The woodpecker was a symbol of war for South Eastern Indians. So was the Turkey. Woodpeckers were used in motifs and in spirit for warfare. Feathers, woodpecker shaped warclubs, sounds, etc.

The woodpecker spirit would be called upon for inspiration. They were also seen as omens in their presence and actions.


Sometimes after a Woodpecker is seen, later a second one will appear, following along after the first.



Chickenboy -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/3/2018 6:27:10 PM)


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ORIGINAL: Canoerebel

Here's one more, this one written after an early-April hike. When I heard a pileated woodpecker, I was thinking about the Cherokee Indians who once resided in the valley below.

Erik disappeared today; no posts; no turn; no word. That's unusual. Since I'm expecting a boot to drop with every turn, the sudden slow-down is tough.


That was a thoroughly readable poem, Canoe. Thank you for sharing it with us.

One for you, inspired by memories of Grotius:

Waxing poetic
But for me-makee bang bang!
Bang bang bang bang bang!

On a related note, what's up with the placid turns of late? C'mon, man! If I wanted a music recital and a tea party, I'd a gone to the freakin' symphony.



Canoerebel -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/3/2018 6:44:29 PM)

I know what you mean, but these turns aren't placid for me! I'm holding my breath, waiting for Erik to unleash the whirlwind even as I try to pull everything together for the Allied counteroffensive that should take place by the end of the month. The pressure keeps building and the lid will come off.



BillBrown -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/3/2018 6:55:24 PM)

They're probably trading cornbread recipes. [8D]



modrow -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/3/2018 9:11:37 PM)


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ORIGINAL: Canoerebel

I know what you mean, but these turns aren't placid for me! I'm holding my breath, waiting for Erik to unleash the whirlwind even as I try to pull everything together for the Allied counteroffensive that should take place by the end of the month. The pressure keeps building and the lid will come off.


So, maybe it is time to provde a summary of PsyOps in this campaign of yours in this AAR [;)]

IIRC, in your epic game against John 3rd you tried partly to get under his skin - is Obvert trying to get under yours?

And what's your assessment of your new opponent (if you like in terms of civil war generals)?

Just curious...

Hartwig



Canoerebel -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/3/2018 11:56:05 PM)

Yeah, I'm doing some psy ops stuff - nothing major, but when it dovetails with an idea or op and doesn't slow it down or risk things. I may be able to reveal some things soon.

I don't detect any effort by Erik to get under the skin. He does a fine job of not tipping his hand, though sometimes SigInt or other things works against him.

He's an excellent player with few holes in his game. He isn't Superman, though, as best I can tell. He goofs sometimes, or luck works against him, or I get the drop on him. Of course, the reserve is true, sometimes with interest. Despite tripping over my shoelaces, though I've made some key headway. In particular, Sikhalin was a huge step forward, assuming it doesn't implode on me. It might. Or it might not.

I've said previously that comparing Erik's style with John's has made me appreciate John all the more. He handled so many things well in our game. He has some holes, but he's dadgum good.



Canoerebel -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/3/2018 11:58:18 PM)

9/12/44

NoPac: Another quiet day. Erik's "storm clouds" are still right there and able to strike, but another day passes without a debilitating strike.

The details on the map are all vital to my assessment of what's going on and some options I'm considering. I'm not sure I'm ready to reveal those yet. I might in just a few posts or I may wait just a bit longer.

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Canoerebel -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/4/2018 12:09:02 AM)

9/12/44

Marcus: This information is also key to what's going on in NoPac.


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Canoerebel -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/4/2018 4:11:50 PM)

9/13/44

NoPac: A lot of forces are moving around. Both sides have notions and/or suspicions. I think both expect something new is coming, even while the backdrop of Shikuka and its perilous state remains tense.



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Canoerebel -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/4/2018 4:35:55 PM)

9/13/44

Marcus Island: If Erik happens to fear or expect an imminent attack on Marcus, little probings and ticklings might trigger a reaction - might prompt him to detail some assets this way or temporarily delay actions in NoPac until the situation clarifies.

I'm not risking anything doing this, so I might as well do it (here and elsewhere on the map).


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BBfanboy -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/4/2018 5:02:24 PM)


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ORIGINAL: Canoerebel

9/13/44

Marcus Island: If Erik happens to fear or expect an imminent attack on Marcus, little probings and ticklings might trigger a reaction - might prompt him to detail some assets this way or temporarily delay actions in NoPac until the situation clarifies.

I'm not risking anything doing this, so I might as well do it (here and elsewhere on the map).


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His response might be in the negative - no reacting directly to this irritation but holding back on his other plans until he knows what is real and what is a diversion.



jwolf -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/4/2018 5:43:23 PM)

I like your tactic of rattling his cage here and there. Good stuff!



Canoerebel -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/4/2018 6:08:52 PM)

I know you enjoy behind-the-scenes stuff. Here's the skinny on a major part of the game the past week.

I've played this game keeping plans and ongoing ops out of the AAR for security reasons (not fearing intentional breaches, but accidental ones). If you happen to be reading Erik's AAR, for goodness sake don't post something like, "Hey, Erik, how's security around the Home Islands" or "What are your contingencies if DS should show up?"

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jwolf -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/4/2018 7:05:07 PM)

Lower right text box: "In the event he does catch wind of KB" where presumably you mean the Allied DS here. Bad mistake to make on Star Wars Day. [:D]



Canoerebel -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/4/2018 7:24:36 PM)

You're right, of course. I meant "DS." I am king of typos. I just wish I could be like Ross, who proudly boasts the as leader of the Holy Roman Empire, he is exempt from rules of grammar and such.



Chickenboy -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/4/2018 7:32:50 PM)


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ORIGINAL: Canoerebel

I just wish I could be like Ross, who proudly boasts the as leader of the Holy Roman Empire, he is exempt from rules of grammar and such.


Did you mean 'that as' here? [:'(]



Canoerebel -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/4/2018 7:35:13 PM)

I must lay down and give up the ghost.



crsutton -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/4/2018 10:52:04 PM)


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ORIGINAL: Canoerebel

You're right, of course. I meant "DS." I am king of typos. I just wish I could be like Ross, who proudly boasts the as leader of the Holy Roman Empire, he is exempt from rules of grammar and such.


Nor do I have to make my own bed..Perks of the position.



Canoerebel -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/5/2018 2:56:37 PM)

9/14/44

NoPac: No attack against Shikuka. All kinds of things are going on just under the surface, causing ripples all over the place.

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Canoerebel -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/5/2018 3:11:11 PM)

9/14/44

Marcus: What's going on up north is affecting what is happening down here (and, to a small extent, vice versa).

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Canoerebel -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/6/2018 11:40:15 AM)

9/15/44

NoPac: Probings and counter-probings while Shikuka gets another quiet day and Allied CVEs show just six days until upgrades are complete.

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Canoerebel -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/7/2018 2:11:09 PM)

9/16/44

NoPac: Nothing happening at Shikuka. Two weeks back, I thought utter annihilation was at hand.

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Chickenboy -> RE: Notes from a Small Island (5/7/2018 2:23:16 PM)


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ORIGINAL: Canoerebel
NoPac: Nothing happening at Shikuka. Two weeks back, I thought utter annihilation was at hand.


Patience, Canoerebel. Patience. Your utter annihilation may just take a few days longer than you initially thought. [:'(]



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