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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/29/2009 11:47:08 PM   
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Thanks CF. You have added, through your story, even more luster to a game I've enjoyed for years. I vote that the Matrix team present you a letter or plaque of appreciation for your effort. Just my 2 cents

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 12:19:14 AM   
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CF,

Nothing lasts forever, but you have treated us to something special and for that I offer you my humble thanks.  You have inspired me to try my hand at an AAR that is more than just posting game generated reports.  I have no illusion as to my writing skills, but I'll give it my best shot. 

Thanks again and I look forward to any additional entries made here by you and will watch for you in the AE forum.


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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 12:44:36 AM   
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Thanks for this wonderful story you have weaved over the last few years CF, you’ve played a great game and brought all of it to life superbly well. I’m sure like many others checking up on the Hibiki and her crew’s fortunes has been a part of my regular workday for a long time. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed all your characters and will miss them all, best of luck with AE and I look forward to reading your next AAR over there when the time comes.

Also I can’t forget your opponent in all this, so many thanks to Wolfpack for providing a wily ‘enemy’ for the story to work against and for being a gracious, highly respectable quality opponent.

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 12:56:49 AM   
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Damn, already going through withdrawal...

This is the best AAR I've ever read, on any game, ever.



So I only ask one question... does the Hibiki survive the war to be turned into razor blades (i.e. did it get smashed in port or not? :) )

Ya know... we all want to know about the end, how the crew dealt with it, what stories they had, who committed suicide, etc. etc. etc.

I sense a few "Small Ship Big War, the Post-War Years"  installment!

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 1:52:35 AM   
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This AAR was and is the best thing on the boards, CF. Thanks for the monumental effort. Now go publish it!

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 2:20:53 AM   
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Fabulous tale, CF! Thank you very much!

For a follow-up: 'Small Ship, Cold War: With Pritky and the Red Banner Pacific Fleet', perhaps?  Or was this a timeline in which the Soviet Union did not get in on the act?

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 2:36:31 AM   
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Truly Excellant, It is one of the great reads and I waited for the enjoyment to see your next installment.

I never commented before in fear of interrupting the flow. Excellant work and greatly appreacited.

Once again... Thanks very much!

Tim

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 3:34:38 AM   
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Thank you so much for a great ride. Guess there are just a few of us left now. Suspect there will be a lot fewer people readin my AAR without the intense glow of Small SHip Big War to draw the moths to the flame

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 4:56:52 AM   
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I will never ever play a strategic Pacific WWII game and not treat the Hibiki the same. If I am the Allies, I will be hesitant to attack such a lucky ship and thereby bring the wrath of Shun down upon me or could I even roll the dice well enough to hit a ship protected as well as this ship!

CF - Thank you! I got into this AAR about 2/3 through and lost a whole weekend catching up, then keeping a tab open to just catch my Hibiki fix for the day... A great story and I look forward to you next undertaking!

Mike Curtis

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 5:53:45 AM   
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I never imagined a little ship I'd never heard of could become so significant to me.

Fantastic all the way through, sir. Looking forward to more from you, whatever you choose to do.

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 5:53:59 AM   
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thanks for this great story cf!

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 7:57:20 AM   
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It's been a top read CF, it's a shame that it has to end really.  

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 9:26:45 AM   
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Thank you for fantastic story, Cuttlefish. This is the best AAR I've ever read!!

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 9:57:13 AM   
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I've had ill omens this morning, I was sure something bad was brewing and now, the tale of the Hibiki coming to an end. I'm so much in shock I might actually have to start working
Thanks for the ride reading CF, it was really superb

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 10:45:51 AM   
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Greatest AAR ever!

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 10:56:44 AM   
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Thank you CF for this great AAR! 

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 11:20:26 AM   
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Awseome tale and i recommend it is turned into a sticky for posterity. Thank you very much Cuttlefish

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 11:26:42 AM   
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Like other great stories, this had to end.
Sad, but true.
Hopefully, I can get a copy form either Amazon or B&N.

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 11:33:32 AM   
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Thanks for the great read, CF.

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 1:16:42 PM   
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thank you c.f for the great story and hours of entertainment....

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 1:47:00 PM   
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Thanks CF for the magnificent work of art you have created for us.

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 3:12:00 PM   
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Thanks, CF!!!

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 4:02:34 PM   
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Thanks, Cuttlefish, for devoting so much time to give us so much pleasure!

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 4:27:18 PM   
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Many thanks for sharing your great epic! I look forward to the conclusion as well as any of your future work.



BTW- Please put me down for two copies of your completed work. One to read and one to keep as a collectors edition!

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 4:32:20 PM   
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Great stuff, Cuttlefish! You have a real gift. 

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 5:08:35 PM   
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like everybody else, thanks Cuttlefish..

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 5:22:26 PM   
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thnx for a great story CF!!

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 6:33:08 PM   
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Thanks.

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 6:52:19 PM   
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Thanks CF for your effort. I really enjoyed the story. 

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RE: Small Ship, Big War - 9/30/2009 8:24:09 PM   
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Wow. Just...wow. Good thing I'm the rugged and manly type or I'd have a lump in my throat after reading all these comments.

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