Yeah, I understand that, especially if they get to Moscow before the German advance. Â If the German advance is quick enough and the Russian forces in the West aren’t able to slow it down, the Siberian infantry may not even get to Moscow in time. Â If you incorporate this new rule, that would almost certainly be the case as Russia is a long ways for those foot soldiers to walk across. Â Of course, they possibly could get there in time for a Russian counter attack to retake Moscow, especially if the Germans survive with only a few units left.
I guess it comes down to a choice: Â either allow Japan a few quick and easy IPCs in the Siberion territories, or make it somewhat easier for Germany to take Moscow. Â Of course, if Japan REALLY wanted to be a proper ally to Germany, they should send their troops and planes in to kill those Siberian infantry as quickly as possible so they definitely won’t be aiding in Moscow’s defense or in any counter attacks.
I just think that what to do with the SIberian infantry should be up to the Russian player and not some rule imposed upon him.