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Premise: minor objectives controlled can be used to gain DRMs to modify reinforcement roll.

Rule as I am wording it now: :

4) For each of buildings 76H5 and 76M3 controlled by the partisan player at the end of each game turns 1-3, he receives one DRM point. Each DRM point is exchanged for an actual (-) DRMs on on the reinforcement tables: If the partisan player chooses to enter reinforcements on turn 3, he gets 3 rolls on each table , or 4 rolls if entry is on Turn 4. All DRMs must be allocated prior to any roll.
Table
roll Unit (s)
< 0 3-3-7, 8-0
1 3-3-7, 1-4-9
2 3-3-7
3 2 x 1-2-7 (HS)
4 1-4-9, DC
5 1-2-7 (HS)
6 Nothing.

Reinforcements entering on turn 3 must enter along the north edge, If entered on turn 4 they can enter along the north, east , or west edges.
 

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Premise: minor objectives controlled can be used to gain DRMs to modify reinforcement roll.

Rule as I am wording it now: :

4) For each of buildings 76H5 and 76M3 controlled by the partisan player at the end of each game turns 1-3, he receives one DRM point. Each DRM point is exchanged for an actual (-) DRMs on on the reinforcement tables: If the partisan player chooses to enter reinforcements on turn 3, he gets 3 rolls on each table , or 4 rolls if entry is on Turn 4. All DRMs must be allocated prior to any roll.
Table
roll Unit (s)
< 0 3-3-7, 8-0
1 3-3-7, 1-4-9
2 3-3-7
3 2 x 1-2-7 (HS)
4 1-4-9, DC
5 1-2-7 (HS)
6 Nothing.

Reinforcements entering on turn 3 must enter along the north edge, If entered on turn 4 they can enter along the north, east , or west edges.
I am guessing these are dr's, right Pete? Ok, with that in mind, how about this?

4) The Partisan player receives a DRM point each, at the end of each gameturn, from turns 1-3, for control of each of buildings 76H5 and 76M3. Each DRM point affords the Partisan player actual (-) DRMs on the reinforcement tables. If the Partisan player chooses to enter reinforcements on turn 3, he gets 3 dr on each table , 4 dr if entry is on Turn 4. All DRMs must be allocated prior to any roll.
Table
roll Unit (s)
< 0 3-3-7, 8-0
1 3-3-7, 1-4-9
2 3-3-7
3 2 x 1-2-7 (HS)
4 1-4-9, DC
5 1-2-7 (HS)
6 Nothing.

Nothing earth shaking there, but is that slightly cleaner? Not sure if you need Partisan capitalized, but it is worth a look. Five Thirty here, so I'm not looking :).
 
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Here is a quick contribution, capitalising on the first two ones.

"4) For each of buildings 76H5 and 76M3 controlled by the partisan player at the end of each game turns 1-3, he receives one drm point. Drm points awarded are exchanged for actual negative drms when rolling for reinforcements.
If the Partisan player chooses to enter reinforcements on Turn 3, he rolls 3 dr on each table , 4 dr if entry is on Turn 4. Splitting drms is allowed, but all must be predesignated at the beginning of the entry turn."

Overall I like the idea. Calibration may require thorough analysis (ex. I may prefer a '4' roll to a '3' one but this requires situational analysis).
 

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In my opinion a 337 + hero is better than a 337 + 8-0. Thus I think these lines should be inverted.
That said I do not understand why the control of certain buildings could favor the arrival and the quality of the reinforcements
 

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In my opinion a 337 + hero is better than a 337 + 8-0. Thus I think these lines should be inverted.
That said I do not understand why the control of certain buildings could favor the arrival and the quality of the reinforcements
Game mechanism to encourage an aggressive attack and defense?

JR
 

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In my opinion a 337 + hero is better than a 337 + 8-0. Thus I think these lines should be inverted.
That said I do not understand why the control of certain buildings could favor the arrival and the quality of the reinforcements
First crack at it-- might make the choice an option (for example, what if the player rolls the same number each time? 3 x 3-3-7, and 3 x 8-0 would be a bit awkward.)
 

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Game mechanism to encourage an aggressive attack and defense?

JR
I understand, but I think each SSR should have an inherent link with reality. All cause -effect mechanisms cannot have only a "in game" reason.

For example:
- the control of a given building could improve-decrease the SAN assuming it is very high and dominates the battlefield;
- The control of a key crossroad near the board edge could allow the reinforcements to enter one turn in advance or from the closer board edge
- Who loses the last leader could see his ELR dropped by two;
- when the attacker controls the highest hill (or the Factory) he could get an ELR bonus
- The Panther at range < 3 hexes and CE could make the Panzergrenadiers with a los to the tank Fanatic

ecc ecc
I do not see why the mere control of a building could "produce" more partisans. Unless it is a barrack and the partisans are exiting by the said buildings when they grab a rifle or a pistol! But it's only my opinion...
 

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Control of a symbolic building may motivate more partisans to join the fray (or become discouraged if the battle seems to be lost). It doesn't strike me as something particularly non-realistic.
 

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Actually, my worry would be that it unbalances the scenario by reinforcing success. Realistic? Sure. Balanced?
 

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Actually, my worry would be that it unbalances the scenario by reinforcing success. Realistic? Sure. Balanced?
It could be balanced but poised on a knife edge (like Blazing Chariots). As soon as it starts tipping one way there's little chance of recovering. That's not exactly the same problem as being unbalanced.

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It could be balanced but poised on a knife edge (like Blazing Chariots). As soon as it starts tipping one way there's little chance of recovering. That's not exactly the same problem as being unbalanced.
JR
That's what i called the calibration process, which can be difficult. A way to ensure increased consistency and playtest predictability would be to limit the range of outcomes.
for instance (as not knowing the specifics)
<1 337 8-0
1-2 337 DC
3-4 127 149
5-6 127x2
 

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Here is a quick contribution, capitalising on the first two ones.

"4) For each of buildings 76H5 and 76M3 controlled by the partisan player at the end of each game turns 1-3, he receives one drm point. Drm points awarded are exchanged for actual negative drms when rolling for reinforcements.
If the Partisan player chooses to enter reinforcements on Turn 3, he rolls 3 dr on each table , 4 dr if entry is on Turn 4. Splitting drms is allowed, but all must be predesignated at the beginning of the entry turn."

Overall I like the idea. Calibration may require thorough analysis (ex. I may prefer a '4' roll to a '3' one but this requires situational analysis).
Thanks, guys-- I might switch it to " or choice of a higher-numbered result"

Good suggestions all. Now I just need to think it through on my next jog in the park.
 

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Too abstract. They must be waving a flag from the roof or shooting a flare... to influence slackers lurking just out of play.
IMO more believable if it "activates" units already on board -- people willing to begin hidden and shoot (if they pass a dr) from their safe location but not move closer to the objectives.
 
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