Well just so the game is not “broken” we interpreted the rules same as y’all mention that the transport south of France cannot participate in the amphibious assault of UK because of the UK ship outside of Gibraltar. We did run the scenario several times allowing the German sub to clear that water then allowing the German transport to go around and attack UK with the contingent from the north Germany and it worked about 40-50% of the time. I agree that UK or US can retake UK but losing 43 IPC the first turn and not being able to purchase as well as Germany getting 43 IPC’s makes it hard for allies to win. Any Russian attack will be met by a huge force with Germany having a ton of money to spend.

So recently tried a Germany first move in two games.  Results were same but need to know what everyone thinks about how effective it is.  First purchase is 7 inf and 2 tanks.  Subs in 7 and fighter in Germany attacks UK Cruiser and Destroyer off Gibraltar.  Fighter in Poland attacks UK Destroyer with German Sub east of UK.  If waters clear, attack with transport south of France swings around with 1 inf and 1 tank.  Transport and Cruiser north of Germany picks up a tank and inf in poland and attacks UK.  Fighter in Norway, Fighter in North Europe and Bomber attacks UK as well.  So recap: UK capital attacked with Cruiser shot, 2 tanks, 2 inf, 2 fighters and 1 bomber.  UK defending with AA gun, 2 inf, 1 tank, 2 fighters, bomber, artillery.  Both times we have tried it, UK left with one fighter but we think it may be successful 30-40% of time gaining UK 43 IPCs to Germany collecting 44 IPCs.  If unsuccessful, UK still weak needs to spend on navy and mainland defense.

Opinions?