Run into a large convoy "escorted" only by an aux cruiser

[Jimbuna]

Originally Posted by Frank0001

You mean with all the cranes and cargo intact, or respawn after being sunk?

With neutral vessels, you could try hitting the engine room (if you're feeling really accurate ) to ensure no tanks for your enemy, but also no neutral ships sunk

If you leave the area and save or reload....they will respawn 100% all singing and dancing.

That is what the game engine is designed to do on loading....install the entire SH3 world.