Combat Chaplain

My book on German WWI tanks confirms that length for the A7V... And given the perspective of that screenshot (tank well in the background) I'm not worried about the size just yet. I AM, though, really happy not only that we're getting the A7V, but getting one that looks so good! And I've long wanted a sim that featured operational WWI armor. The closest I've come so far are those in the WWI mod for Fighter Squadron: Screamin' Demons Over Europe. OFP will be a MUCH better home. Shinkansen's done his homework, so count me among those who're eagerly anticipating this release!

And I will gladly, GLADLY play it! Really, it sounds pretty good! Fresh and unique!

If only y'all had helped us back then...

And Washington... Just what an 'ol Confederate wants to hear!

Whoah that's awesome! Who would have ever thought, years ago, we'd have something like that? It looks excellent! Of course, you picked a good lookin' Rebel soldier to model it for us! Exciting stuff, guys, we can't wait for the next release!

I'm thrilled to see the Virginia! Can't wait to see how you arm her. Even better will be to have some Hampton Roads action!

That's fine, I thought you were implying she only had howitzer-like cannon. You're right, all were limited traverse. Cannon on later Confederate ironclads were interesting, some could pivot 180 degrees, to fire out of gunports to either side and the bow or stern. That would present a daunting problem to do in OFP... I surely get your point regarding them being AI or objects. For the Virginia, may I suggest the one cannon that 'works' be the bow one... She was designated a ram, though she left her iron ram in the hull of one of the wooden-hulled ships she attacked the day before Monitor arrived. At any rate, she'd TRY to attack Monitor by ramming, and that might allow her a shot from the bow cannon. Also, it was her best. Since I can't do any of this, though, I'll be happy with whatever you do! The shame is, there was an ironclad simulator/game that was cancelled when it was pretty far along. It showed the Monitor and Virginia in detail, including their interiors. The game looked great, but I think it died due to political correctness...

? ? ? As a historian of American Civil War ironclads, I don't understand that statement. The Virginia had several cannon, at least one of which was a rifle (I'd have to dig out my books to tell you precisely what each one of them was, but the one facing forward was a big rifle). She was loaded with shells the day she fought Monitor, but that was because she expected to pound up on Union sailing ships some more. She didn't know Monitor had arrived. When, later, she tried to bait Monitor into a rematch, she had solid shot ready. If you wish references, I have well over a dozen books specifically on the Ironclads of the War Between The States. It was something of a passion of mine. I stand by to answer any questions regarding them. And there were quite a few. For the South, Virginia, Virginia II, Tennesee, Arkansas, Richmond, Albemarle... I'm right pleased at the idea the Monitor and the Virginia may soon sail, by the way!

As you wish. I guess I take from this that a truly stunning mod is on it's way. The list of units included make me drool, I've been wanting an M-48 Patton and a PT-76, and your islands look stunning. Trenches, yet! I'm looking forward to the real deal, then. Hang in there!

SPAD, as always, a real thrill to hear! This is a very interesting period to me, and I'm really glad to hear about the new missions, maps, and units. Good on you for breathing new life into it, and for all those (like Gavin) that are contributing with new units, missions, and help. I remember the old days, what you're doing now is what we dreamed of then. Cheers! Combat Chaplain (used to be Rifleman)

Anticipation increases, those Highlanders look especially good!

A long time ago, far far away, I was Rifleman in the Napoleonic Flashpoint forum and website, and loved the Napoleonic units. It'll be really nice to see the Napoleonic Wars return to OFP. To those of us who have seen the Sharpe's Rifles movies, or read the books (I've done both, even ended up buying a multi-region DVD player to play my Sharpe's DVDs I somewhat erroneously ordered from England) OFP fits that kind of action, or skirmishers, better than the massed tight formations typical of the time. Here's to the 95th Rifles!

You guys are gonna LOVE this island! It's full of atmosphere, and plentiful settings for authentic battles from the War Between the States. There are nice little scenes, like a water mill by a pond, with reeds on the pond's edge. The bridges, and there are many, have been tested extensively. I dare say that it will serve nicely also for units of other periods, like Napoleonic and French And Indian War/American Revolution. You'll really appreciate it! Too bad we didn't have that flying ironclad back then that's featured in the movie...

Wow, excellent news! Glad to hear about Bull Run, for a Southerner it's a more pleasant memory than Gettysburg (missed it by *this* much ). And those cannon crews, flags, and musicians! That'll add LOADS to the immersion, it's great to see how this mod continues to develop! Truly my favorite OFP mod!

Maybe a No Dachi? Whatever, I'm intrigued by that bow even more, good job mate!