Brother staying with Coalition (I can see he has an idea how to use them), Dad now Taliban and Son Warlords with me retaining Government.
We played the Main Scenario again and got through 2 Propaganda cards with Coalition being close to a win just before second Propaganda Card but Warlords managed to use Terror in several key locations pegging the Coalition back by loss of Support.
Good to see they are getting the gist of the game and its many strategies, twists and turns.
Good deal of 'diplomacy' in a 4 player game (as in "fer feck sake do something to stop him !!" and suchlike) and just a bit of back stabbing and double dealing.
Great system COIN, not a 'pure' wargame but nice mix of Military, Political and Economic issues backed by historical Events.
And whilst there is no substitute for me to physical play of game with its tactile feel and visual appeal, Vassal is a good system for such remote (and savable) play with family and/or friends.
Situation at end of 2nd Propaganda card
Great that the family can all get involved. And so many bragging rights when you win!
ReplyDeleteStrangely something we never even thought of doing before. Plenty of face to face with my Dad but brother and son both live abroad ie In England :-)
DeleteHere we go a vassaling amongst the games so green...
ReplyDeleteGreat to see you all playing this way!