Thanks for the kind words JJ. Puzzling to me too… one of the mysteries of the universe! - Paul

Great game, great designer! Thanks JJ. - Paul

Hello Mr Flipz! No I have not played lately; I’ve been doing my Gettysburg thing which is always a good thing for me. But the v2 upgrade is coming out soon and I expect to revisit once I have it. - Paul

Hello. I very much appreciate your comment on my review. I’ll take a look at v1.4, but I very much hope for an expanded (extended example of play) and sanitized v2.0 with your next game in the series. The guys at Hexasim took 3 game releases to get their “Eagles” system stable, so if you can do it in two that would be great! A most excellent first release and some thought-provoking ideas. - Paul

@@theoakenknight1748 Hello Paul, you are totally right. I think the effort we make and having already version 1.4 (which will soon be released officially and will be the final verion) shows how seriously we take the demand for some clarifications and also, many gamers asked for more detail (like the supporting offensive role of Horse Artillery). We will also include an extended example of play. It should NOT take us 2 or 3 games to have a waterproof system. My goal is to have that done with 1.4 of Eylau.

For fun, I’m thinking of trying: 1) Allow the US and UK to transfer up to 10% of their production to the Soviets as lend-lease. 2) Japan and USSR do not begin the game at war. a) Japan may not declare war until China is defeated. b) USSR may not declare war until after Germany is defeated. What do you think? - Paul

@@theoakenknight1748 Assuming you mean the 41 scenario, I dont think it will be enough to balance the game. Especially point 2 b would help Japan, as it can go all in on China/India and not worry about an exposed Manchuria. I think giving Britain 1 inf in Egypt (to prevent Egypt falling turn 1), 1 inf or artillery in India (to contest the Japanese) and 1 Chineese inf in Wuhan could be enough. Perhaps even add 1 Soviet unit in Moscow (artillery or tank), to give Russia something to fight back with on turn 1.

Gosh John…, don’t hold back…, say what you really mean! 🤬🤢🤮. The game is fairly low in complexity, so you do give up some detail along the way. It traces its lineage all way back to circa 1975 with its great grand daddy “Terrible Swift Sword”, an all-time fave of mine. Dad was “High Tide of the Confederacy”, another good one. The pike rule is just flat wrong, as Union units cannot get to where they did historically. Even the designer is talking about changing it now. Like most G’burg games, the ANV must win by noonish July 2nd or they lose. Without command control constraints, the Confederates best play is to charge Cemetery Hill at dawn July 2nd. But that’s how most Gettysburg games work. Thanks for your comment; most excellent read. - Paul. PS, You are right about Davis; a little nepotism goes a long way.

Hello Mr Metro! I think fast wins, 6-9 turns, generally go Axis. But Allied wins take twice as long, and yes, can take all day to do. - Paul

Hey Chris! I’m sure you are right. Perfection is so darn hard to do! - Paul l

Rule 9.5.1 - “Tank Units are halved attacking into Fortifications.” The tank units are silhouetted. I believe you may be mistaking this for the Tobruk Perimeter. 9.6 Terrain - “Vehicle Units have their Attack Strength halved.”

@@danielperalta8867 It's on the TEC , also mentioned in the errata.

Glad you enjoyed

Well, some might claim that as value added to the ANV. It’s a cool game. - Paul

Hi KC. I am not aware of any app that would help. The game plays a lot like good ole D&D, except there’s no DM to do the due rolls for you. I am still in awe that this is a one man project. - Paul

Hello Tolkien…. Yes it is a first class production with rules short enough that I can set it up, do a quick review, and start playing. - Paul

Hey Mr 6664! When I set up for a video I evaluate how I can get the best overall shooting angle. In ToW, I wanted the primary axis of the Soviet attack to be nearest the table edge, so I could get my best shooting angle in that region. Given that in fact-to-face play at the table, most games have one player or another looking at the map sideways or upside down, that’s just part of the deal of being a hex-and-counter wargamer. Thanks for commenting! - Paul

Oui oui, mon sewer! Always room for a new Nappy system! - P

Hey Patrick! Maybe you have a thing against white? Seriously, I like the board overall. The vertex-only printed hexes work for me, and how else could you represent a landscape in a blizzard? Only critique I have heard is that the hexes may be a little too small for the counters, but nothing serious, especially since there are no corner nubs to get hung up on. - Paul

@@theoakenknight1748 yes it’s too white. I know why they did it like that 😀

@@patrickols It's winter and a blizzard and we wanted to portrait this. A summer themed Eylau map is simply not cutting it for us. The next module, Quatre Bras, will be in summer ;)

There are actually a good amount of counters but many many of them are markers. And I guess they rather put too much markers than too few in the box :-) I totally agree with the remarks about the non existence of nibs, this is a outstanding, never saw that in any other game. The map is "too white"? Well, it was winter LOL

Hi Michael. I’m afraid most of my Nappy battlefield system experience is limited to La Batt and Hexasim’s Eagles. It’s most excellent to see another come along, though, and once they get the rules sorted out it could be a real winner. 🏅. Something about 40 years ago I was in an inter club miniatures game with 40,000+ figures on the floor. To this day I cherish the memory of my Prussian artillery forcing the Young Guard to rout past Napoleon! Epic!!! - Paul

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Hi Jay. Yes, that is my problem with narrative games. If I want to see a movie…, I turn on Netflix. But still, this one is a somewhat better than most and I confess to having fun with it. But it’s still hard to be the bad guys. - P

Hello Mr Mancave! Great handle! And thanks for finding my mistakes. We learn from each other…. - Paul

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Thankya Aquadoc! This is a great series that Worthington has going. Franklin will be out soon - that’s a battle I’ve never played before. I hope they get to Chickamauga soon, as that and 2nd Manassas are the two I’d most like to see. - Paul

Hello Peter! Yes Russian Campaign is a classic, and is still fun to play. As far as doing a longer play through…, so many games…, so little time…. We’ll see what comes. Thanks again! - Paul

Hi Robert. So far, I tend to agree with you. I remember playing the game with 4 players back in the day and it was epic. Still, I am hoping that ** somebody ** comes up with a title that can displace it at the top of the pyramid of middle east greatness. But so far, I can't say that anyone has. Great comment! -- Paul

Hello Romilos! Yes, in Eylau facing is an issue. Depending on the base formation (e.g., line, attack column, etc) units will have some combination of front, flank, and rear hexsides. Exactly which hexside is which will be determined by the base formation. Great question! Thanks again. -- Paul

@@theoakenknight1748 Thank you for your reply...I have played Eylau many times by CoA and several other games from the La Bataille system...! Great job!

Hello JM. No, Gettysburg is not a solitaire game, but it is very playable solitaire. That's the kind of game I usually look for, as most of my play time is solitaire. -- Paul

Hi Mr B. Thank you for the kind words. Always helps. - Paul

Hi Steve. That’s a risk with these kickstarter games. And then the thing is taking up a huge amount of space on your game shelf. I can’t say that it fell flat for me, but it is not a huge fave either. - Paul

Hi Kili. Yup, you are right, especially when it is completely out of print and standard retail. Currently, all modules can be found at/near MSRP, but that will change. There’s plenty of game just in the core box, and as I said in the video, I think I’ll be using this option more in the future. - Paul

Hey AJ. I think it more like a space “too many bones” with a dash of “this war of mine” and a sprinkle of “Gloomhaven”. Sounds kind of yummy! - Paul

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Hi Paul! Sounds right to me; sorry if I missed that in the video. Just shows how much I need you guys to catch my mistakes. Think of my videos as a kind of weird “Where’s Waldo?”. A mini game where you find what I missed! Thanks again, I always appreciate well-meant comments. - Paul

@@theoakenknight1748 - That's an easy one to miss. But the rule makes sense -- artillery is more powerful in counter battery fire against other artillery at range. And against infantry and dismounted cavalry it is less effective at range but deadly close in (e.g. canister fire). Great replay! Keep 'em coming!

Hello Mr Storm. Great game in any version. Weird that both Compass and GMT came out with updated versions; must be a story there somewhere. Compass’s resolution of Fortress Europa is good too. Cheers! - Paul

Hi Richard! The flame pieces are available on Amazon be a company named LITKO. Just search for “LITKO flame markers” or some such and you should find them - $9.99 per pack. They are 2 piece that go together easily; I used a small (emphasis on small) drop of super glue on the underside to secure them, but that may be optional depending on how snug the fit is. Take care, Richard, and thanks for watching. - Paul

Hi William! I like it, and the series remains one of my most popular videos. I like the entire series, so pick a battle and enjoy! - Paul

Hello Nigel, All of the games in the so-called 19xx series are solid. Ardennes is one of the larger (unit count, etc) so if this is your first, maybe start with Normandy 44 or maybe Holland 44. If you are patient, I see that GMT has a reprint of Normandy 44 at the printer, that you can get at the prepublication price. Enjoy! - Paul

@@theoakenknight1748 It would be my first in this system, but not my first wargame. I have plenty of experience with hex-and-counter games about WW2.

Most excellent, Kraken! I just wish there was a way to dial down the Japanese AI to avoid getting American carriers blown to pieces if the US tries a Guadalcanal campaign in 1942. I call this “The Midway Problem”; what to do if Japan does not throw away 4 fleet carriers? A common issue in most Pacific Theater games. - Paul

My pleasure, Mr E. - Paul

Hi Mr Lowe! I’ve never played either, but yes, it looks like there would be overlap. The big difference would be the game system. Ukraine 43, as an early entry in the 19xx series, has double the rules. More detail. More playing time. Not a single session game. I don’t own A Victory Lost, but the scope looks similar, and it is by the same game designer. Probably a different system. - Paul

Hi Scott. I’ve never played this one ftf, but your experience is great feedback. Hermann generally does a great job with his designs, so I’m not surprised you like it. Solitaire - my main mode of play these days - I prefer other choices, but that’s just me. Enjoy!! - Paul

@@theoakenknight1748 I'm hoping to learn the game solitaire and then play with a friend and/or my brother.

Hey Alberto! I do my best; I can always count on you guys to find my mistakes, and I’m a better gamer for it. Thanks for watching and commenting! (Wish I could understand Spanish, but I did my best. Cheers!! - Paul

Hi Aqua! I’ve done my share at the regimental level as well. Favorite was when I walked into a three-day convention and found a Terrible Swift Sword team event that I signed up for. Next thing I know I am George Meade and in a tough fight for the next 3 days - very memorable. By the way, AMFSs successor will be up on kickstarter soon, tomorrow I think. “Rock of Chickamauga”. Sign me up! - Paul

Hey Mr Purple! Anytime a real hex-and-counter wargame comes along that can be played in 1 day, it’s worth a look. Thanks for the kind note! - Paul

Thanks Mike! A real-live hex and counter wargame you can play in one day is always a welcome addition. -- Paul

Hey Mr Hammer! Funny you should ask…, I did an entire video on this very topic. Find “Upping your game” “Improving your DVG games”. The trays are very handy and work on all games in the leader series. Enjoy! - Paul