Rickitycrate 10 Posted October 23, 2009 (edited) I'm in. I'll go along with what's decided and try to follow orders. I think this would be paricularly nice with the unique skin fix and maybe some new crates. If we only knew the release details the information would help in making some decisions. Good idea regardless. Edited October 23, 2009 by Rickitycrate Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baldric 42 Posted October 23, 2009 I like the idea of using the two-seaters to start, although I'm in agreement with Dej that there are a few immersion issues yet (e.g., clambering over the fuselage in midflight to take over the gun as the AI gunner makes way to the cockpit, and then back again to land- given the AI's propensity to 'trade paint' on landing) but I'll be happy to participate anyway. You could always select a couple of two-seater units on both sides as optional, when you select scout units. Personally I'm happy just to fly, so to me which units get picked as ones we select from isn't a big issue. Olham had a good suggestion though that maybe units with a more varied stable of machines over the campaign period might be more appealing. If you are selecting a few units to choose from, maybe an RNAS, a couple of RFC, an Escadrille, and a couple of Jastas? Maybe a poll would be in order to see some numbers in order to fill units then, a long the lines of (as an example only) 'Would you fly for: Escadrille No.3, RFC 19, RFC 56, RNAS 8, Jasta 2, Jasta 12, then just pick the most populated ones, as I'm thinking that the lone chap who chose Jasta 12 would be fine joining his colleagues in Jasta 2... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Siggi 10 Posted October 23, 2009 I like the idea of using the two-seaters to start, although I'm in agreement with Dej that there are a few immersion issues yet (e.g., clambering over the fuselage in midflight to take over the gun as the AI gunner makes way to the cockpit, and then back again to land- given the AI's propensity to 'trade paint' on landing) but I'll be happy to participate anyway. You could always select a couple of two-seater units on both sides as optional, when you select scout units. Personally I'm happy just to fly, so to me which units get picked as ones we select from isn't a big issue. Olham had a good suggestion though that maybe units with a more varied stable of machines over the campaign period might be more appealing. If you are selecting a few units to choose from, maybe an RNAS, a couple of RFC, an Escadrille, and a couple of Jastas? Maybe a poll would be in order to see some numbers in order to fill units then, a long the lines of (as an example only) 'Would you fly for: Escadrille No.3, RFC 19, RFC 56, RNAS 8, Jasta 2, Jasta 12, then just pick the most populated ones, as I'm thinking that the lone chap who chose Jasta 12 would be fine joining his colleagues in Jasta 2... Multiple units, unless attended by a large number of participants right off the bat, would defeat a significant part of the exercise...there'd be units here and there with only one pilot in each of them. The two-seater idea seems to be the way to go, kind of a delayed-gratification thing. Slow everyone down, get used to flying defensively and all the esprit de corp to be had from flying in the same outfit (on each side respectively). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baldric 42 Posted October 23, 2009 Sounds fine to me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olham 164 Posted October 23, 2009 Siggi, perhaps you should change the title of this post, so more people realise, what 's going on here? So far I have counted 10: Siggi Olham Baldric cptroyce Manuc Ras Dej Creaghorn RedDog Rickitycrate Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Siggi 10 Posted October 23, 2009 (edited) Hmm, I tried but it doesn't seem possible to change a thread title. Thanks for the count Olham. How many do we have for the German side? Edited October 23, 2009 by Siggi Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr. Lucky 0 Posted October 23, 2009 It sounds like a good idea to me too, but many historical days comprised two or three missions. One might be doable for a commitment but not two or three. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olham 164 Posted October 23, 2009 (edited) Siggi, you can change it, when you press "edit" and then "use full editor". Not sure for German side; I guess Baldric, Creaghorn and Olham so far. Edited October 23, 2009 by Olham Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Siggi 10 Posted October 23, 2009 It sounds like a good idea to me too, but many historical days comprised two or three missions. One might be doable for a commitment but not two or three. You wouldn't have to fly all the set missions, real pilots didn't all fly the same number of missions each day. You'd fly as many or as few as you wished, on whatever days you wished. All you'd have to do is advance time after missing a day or more and keep the game time in sync with real time. :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olham 164 Posted October 23, 2009 Mr.Lucky, will you fly "the dark side"? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr. Lucky 0 Posted October 23, 2009 Mr.Lucky, will you fly "the dark side"? More than likely. Though, you know, I favor the Vosges. I had an idea, don't know if it was mentioned. What if we could get a roster and substitute the names in our squadron with those in the roster, and update them daily with results from the web site as to who ended up KIA, MIA, etc. regardless of the outcome on our computers? Might not want to bother with mine, longest I've lasted is 7 days. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rickitycrate 10 Posted October 23, 2009 I would gladly fly Hun if needed or wanted. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olham 164 Posted October 23, 2009 Well, it depends on the choice people make - maybe you would have to come out of your Vosges for this campaign? But I think, here are two good ideas: we should find a Jasta/Squadron, that 1. operates in many different areas, from the north sea to the vosges (the more the better) 2. flies all aircraft types of that nation That should limit the choice down perfectly - what do you others say? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olham 164 Posted October 23, 2009 Okay, so the "Huns" so far might be: Olham Creaghorn Baldric Mr.Lucky Rickitycrate The others all British? Siggi cptroyce Manuc Ras Dej RedDog Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr. Lucky 0 Posted October 23, 2009 Okay, so the "Huns" so far might be: Olham Creaghorn Baldric Mr.Lucky Rickitycrate The others all British? Siggi cptroyce Manuc Ras Dej RedDog I saw Dej had the roster idea before me....great minds think alike. I also had to laugh 'Baldric' for our side? I knew the stupid bit was just an act...he was actually spying for us! I bet he has a cunning plan.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baldric 42 Posted October 24, 2009 I also had to laugh 'Baldric' for our side? I knew the stupid bit was just an act...he was actually spying for us! I bet he has a cunning plan.... Hehe, I was at a loss for a forum moniker when I signed up here while waiting my copy of OFF to arrive at the end of August/early September, so I fell back on my forum name from a games group I belong to in the UK and our ancient Battlefield 1942 clan names (1st Hussars, and games group is HGG). I'm known as Leaf on my own forums (mainly MMO gaming). Don't think I can change it Olham, I'll fly in whatever Jasta you want to start. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Velvet 1 Posted October 24, 2009 I'm in. I alternate sides of the war, so stick me on where you end up short a pilot or two. Velvet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cptroyce 0 Posted October 24, 2009 Looks good to me...let me know when to report to the field. Royce Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ras 0 Posted October 24, 2009 Looks good to me...let me know when to report to the field. Royce Looks good to me also. This should be interesting. Ras Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olham 164 Posted October 24, 2009 You may want to read the "Reports from the Front", Mr. Lucky? Baldric has made many sorties and reports/letters from the German side. Okay, so far I recruited you for the Huns, Velvet. Now we have 6 on each side: Olham Creaghorn Baldric Mr.Lucky Rickitycrate Velvet The British: Siggi cptroyce Manuc Ras Dej RedDog Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Siggi 10 Posted October 24, 2009 Ok, we have enough to start with this. We'll start with the horribly inglorious and beastly business of two-seater recon and bombing, from Nov 5th 1916. The allied will be flying for the British forces, 3-Wing RNAS with Sopwith Strutters out of Ochey, Verdun sector. The axis will be flying the DFW C.V. out of Wasquehal, Flanders sector. I will subsequently institute a fighter unit for each side and pilots will be transfered to theirs upon request, on the proviso they have flown a minimum of XX hours on two-seaters (surviving character). Once in their fighter unit they will be subject to transfer back to two-seaters upon character death. I believe this little facet will hugely focus the mind upon survival over glory and make for a very realistic and immersive state of mind...survival to get into the fighters, survival to stay in the fighters. Hope that meets with everyone's approval. :) I've asked Olham if he'd take over command of the German side, at least in the RPG role, and hopefully also the web-site side of it if he's up on DW etc. Talking of which, I'll get the site up and running in time for our launch-date of 5th Nov. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red-Dog 3 Posted October 24, 2009 Packing the kit bag as i speak, if i catch the last train i'll be at the docks by morning Sir. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rickitycrate 10 Posted October 24, 2009 Ich bin ein Deutschlander! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr. Lucky 0 Posted October 24, 2009 Well, $%$%$%@%%$@$#@@@#$it!, I'll be traveling out of town from 11/8 to 11/13 and then 11/15 to 11/21. Guess I'll have to take leave on those days. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RAF_Louvert 101 Posted October 24, 2009 . Just got a chance to check in from the road. This sounds like a blast! Count me in: any side, any squad, any machine. Just give me an assignment. Cheers! Lou . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
