Do 3-move units hurt gameplay?

[Grey Knight]

I usually play Germans, not for any traits, but because I hate going from a 3 move offensive unit (Cavalry) down to a two move offensive unit (Tank). This got me thinking -- why should Cavalry have 3 moves in the first place?

Is it just me, or does the "Speed of War" get too fast with 3-move units? Sure, it's great fun going on a rampage with your Cavalry, but isn't that exactly why it's unbalancing?

Cheers,
Shawn

 

[God]

I guess tanks very pretty primitave and can brake down and probably don't go to fast. They were too heavy to move fast. I guess by the time modern armor we are so much more advanced.

 

[2new2Bgood]

Horses are faster against tanks, look at war Afgan vs. Russia. Horse back warriors and men with rifles :soldier: beat Russia out of their country, Russia having many tanks :tank: .

So in a sense this three move rule for Cavalry reflects the real world.

 

[Zouave]

The first tank units were indeed primitive, and did not function much as rapid independent units.

That is why if you want a little realism remove the 'blitz' capability from tanks.

 

[D. Boon's Ghost]

Originally posted by Zouave

That is why if you want a little realism remove the 'blitz' capability from tanks.

Excellent advice, Zouave. I can not agree with you more.