Happy new year (1941)

4saken · 01-01-11, 12:46 PM

What should I expect ,in a nutshell,this year ?What are the pros and cons?

krashkart · 01-01-11, 01:37 PM

Pros that I can think of, right off the top of my head:

- ASW is still in its infancy
- Slightly better equipment for your Uboot
- Friendly ports in France begin to open up
- more potential targets after December 7th

Cons:

- You're one year closer to not being safe anywhere at any time of day or night

TarJak · 01-01-11, 06:18 PM

What he said. Early on in 41 it's still the happy times in SH3 even up to mid 42. Then things get tricky.

Gargamel · 01-02-11, 12:22 AM

Try to pick up a type IX this year, as Operation Drumbeat should start in Jan '42. You'll want the added range and weapons on board for those long boring voyages across the Atlantic.

4saken · 01-02-11, 02:35 AM

Thank you all...I will be happy if I survive to see '43!But its still a long way...
Regarding the IX, what's the fastest way to get it?I think i ll have the necessary renown points late '40,will it be available in my flotilla?I am based in Wilhelmshaven...

Gargamel · 01-02-11, 04:40 AM

While the VIIb and up was regarded as very nimble and effecient boat, the IX's were, at least in Donitz's mind, a very cumbersome, akward boat. In game though, I feel while they may maneuver a little slower, the extra ammo and fuel is a huge bonus.

Just stack up the renown, and when you can afford one without killing your renown total (you'll want to outfit the new boat!), pick one up. 10k+ should do it. You should earn plenty in time for Drumbeat.

krashkart · 01-02-11, 01:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4saken

Thank you all...I will be happy if I survive to see '43!But its still a long way...
Regarding the IX, what's the fastest way to get it?I think i ll have the necessary renown points late '40,will it be available in my flotilla?I am based in Wilhelmshaven...

If memory serves me correctly your flotilla should have the IXB available early on.

01-01-11, 12:46 PM	#1
4saken Mate Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Korfu, Ionisches Meer Posts: 59 Downloads: 9 Uploads: 0	Happy new year (1941) What should I expect ,in a nutshell,this year ?What are the pros and cons?

01-02-11, 12:22 AM	#4
Gargamel Lucky Sailor Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Rome Posts: 4,273 Downloads: 81 Uploads: 0	Try to pick up a type IX this year, as Operation Drumbeat should start in Jan '42. You'll want the added range and weapons on board for those long boring voyages across the Atlantic. __________________ Luck is a residue of Design.

01-02-11, 04:40 AM	#6
Gargamel Lucky Sailor Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Rome Posts: 4,273 Downloads: 81 Uploads: 0	While the VIIb and up was regarded as very nimble and effecient boat, the IX's were, at least in Donitz's mind, a very cumbersome, akward boat. In game though, I feel while they may maneuver a little slower, the extra ammo and fuel is a huge bonus. Just stack up the renown, and when you can afford one without killing your renown total (you'll want to outfit the new boat!), pick one up. 10k+ should do it. You should earn plenty in time for Drumbeat. __________________ Luck is a residue of Design.

01-01-11, 01:37 PM	#2
krashkart Navy Seal Join Date: Jan 2010 Posts: 5,292 Downloads: 100 Uploads: 0	Pros that I can think of, right off the top of my head: - ASW is still in its infancy - Slightly better equipment for your Uboot - Friendly ports in France begin to open up - more potential targets after December 7th Cons: - You're one year closer to not being safe anywhere at any time of day or night

01-01-11, 06:18 PM	#3
TarJak Fleet Admiral Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 17,052 Downloads: 150 Uploads: 8	What he said. Early on in 41 it's still the happy times in SH3 even up to mid 42. Then things get tricky.

01-02-11, 02:35 AM	#5
4saken Mate Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Korfu, Ionisches Meer Posts: 59 Downloads: 9 Uploads: 0	Thank you all...I will be happy if I survive to see '43!But its still a long way... Regarding the IX, what's the fastest way to get it?I think i ll have the necessary renown points late '40,will it be available in my flotilla?I am based in Wilhelmshaven...