Some good points there, made me think of another aspect that factored largely in your ability to get what you want/need - Heroism & Propoganda. In all branches, soldiers that were experts at what they did (like Prien, Kretschmer, Rommel, Erich Hartmann (Luftwaffe, 355 kills)) had their exploits and heroic actions broadcast throughout Germany. Besides being an exceptional military soldier, they were an asset to the country as a symbol of the glory of the Fatherland as well as being great military leaders.
Had Prien, Kretschmer or Shubert remained in the Kriegsmarine for the duration of the war I doubt they'd of had little problems getting a VIIC/41 almost right out of the shipyard as it was completed, or been chosen to be commanders for the first XXI boats. As the game can't objectively evaluate your patrol, the renown system was pretty well thought out as both the measure of your rank, commendations, and ability to purchase new equip as soon as it became available.
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