Warrior Ancient and Medieval Rules

--- In WarriorRules@y..., Doug <rockd@p...> wrote:
>
> I think the Warhammer method of not bothering to depict the
elements
> of Berserkers until they actually emerge from the unit is very
good.
> It avoids all the problems I'm having with the Warrior mechanics-
> trying to figure out how to fit those odd couple of elements into
the
> required formation geometry.
>

I believe WAB gets this mechanism from its fantasy battle game in
which lunatic goblins with giant balls and chains erupt out of units
in which they are hidden to mow down enemy lines. I'm not sure the
decision to make viking nutters act the same way is based on a new
reading of the history. It could be an adoption of that game mechanic
from the fantasy game.

Just a guess and word of caution.

John Meunier

[Doug]

>
>I believe WAB gets this mechanism from its fantasy battle game in
>which lunatic goblins with giant balls and chains erupt out of units
>in which they are hidden to mow down enemy lines. I'm not sure the
>decision to make viking nutters act the same way is based on a new
>reading of the history. It could be an adoption of that game mechanic
>from the fantasy game.
>
>John Meunier

But the fundamental effect of Irr A troops in Warrior is (usually)
exactly the same as the Gobbo whatzits; a small expendible which
causes a reduction in morale just prior to the charge of the main
body.
--

Doug
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--- In WarriorRules@y..., Doug <rockd@p...> wrote:
> But the fundamental effect of Irr A troops in Warrior is (usually)
> exactly the same as the Gobbo whatzits; a small expendible which
> causes a reduction in morale just prior to the charge of the main
> body.
> --
>
> Doug

A tactic of the Viking players I used to know was to hold the IrrA
back until a large block of warriors had fixed the opposing units.
The IrrA would then slam into them -- either front or flank depending
on what was exposed.

I'm not saying this is the best way. Just what I saw.

John Meunier