War of Attrition '08

WAR OF ATTRITION: ROAD TO PARIS

This was a fun game right from the start. A number of teams decided to split their members between the two sides. Consequently, there was much spy and intrigue action all over the field. I played on the German side with my team captain and the majority of my teammates. Whenever we took the field, we seemed to push the opfor around. Controlling much of the field, we had the chance to hold possession of many objectives and fly our flags over them. Unfortunately, we had a mole in our ranks that would flip many of the flags back over, signaling Allied possession, at the tops of the hour in order to have them recorded as points for the opposite team! The game was still closely fought and the victor was decided by the outcome of the final battle. The final score was Germans 44, Allies 35. I could see many people having a great time, regardless of what was going on in the game or should I say, despite any backstabbing or underhandedness by those role-playing.

I think the splitting up of teams between the sides was an interesting idea that added to the fun of the game. Teams usually do not do this for a big game and it was, if not original, then a novel idea. I not sure dividing teams up like this is a good idea to do too often, but it gave an opportunity for some fun espionage role-playing by players that may have not otherwise engaged in such underhandedness and it gave leadership roles to others that may have not had the opportunity to step up. Personally, I had the chance to lead a few squads under orders from our General and CO. Various orders included providing reinforcement to troops across the field, providing escort and leading a charge.

Strategy Plus continues to draw quality players (about 150 of them to this game). I am sure this is in no doubt due to how well the organizers run events. The Refs were in the action making calls and spot-checking for hot shooting markers. (btw, I did not hear about anyone shooting hot) The weather was sunny and beautiful and the paint shot well. The game format, with the splitting of teams to each side, made this event a memorable one. Another nice touch was the addition of an award for "most valuable scenario player". This was in addition to the more standard MVT and MVP awards. With all the great staff, terrain and players, I am happy to call Strategy Plus my home field. If you haven't played Strategy Plus yet, I highly recommend their field to anyone, whether you are a beginner or advanced player.