                             Between Ascension and San Carlos
                                            by
                                     Dave Steinmeyer


     This is a little bit larger than the other scenarios that I've designed.  It's a hypothetical surface action during the Falklands War.  That's the beauty of Harpoon and the scenario editor, it let's us explore the incredible worlds of "what if?"

     The forces here are very evenly matched in terms of missile fire power.  It's actually pretty tough to win from either side using just your missiles.  One hint I will put out there is that I learned a few valuable lessons by running it under the scenario editor with both sides visible.  Take that for what it's worth.

     As the British player, remember that your Sea Slugs do have an offensive capability.  Each side only has about a dozen Exocets, so make them count.  The Argentine player does have a huge advantage when it comes down to guns.  The Belgrano's 6-inch guns give it a punch that's not expended in one shot, like the Exocets.  I've also given both sides several helicopters.  I think I've done so pretty realistically for the British and it's another of the "what if's" for the Argentines.  They prove useful for scouting and give you another light anti-surface capability.  Depending on how you play it, the helo's may prove very useful late in the game.

     This one took a little more effort on my part, especially on getting the victory conditions right.  But I think I managed to finally get it straight.  Let me know what you think and adjustments you might make.  Enjoy!




Dave Steinmeyer
01 JUL 00
Ft Sill, OK

djs67@altavista.com


     