Is it normal not to see ONE destroyer after two patrols?

[Quagmire]

Well, here is what is going on off Hokkaido in July '43.


Four merchants with a fifth just picked up on radar. I plugged them over the course of two days. You would think they would at least send out a search plane but I have had no opposition. Stupid mission will not complete either.

One possible reason is that over 50% of patrols out of Pearl in 1942 were to Truk. That's the "front" and near Truk everything is escorts---almost, unescorted is a rare exception in that area).

I guess I need to head to Truk for some excitement, eh?

I'm not knocking you guys. Heck, I think your work is required to enjoy SHIV. Your work rocks! I am just asking if it is normal to park in one spot off the home islands and shoot fish in a barrel.

I feel like I am cheating...
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