I was thinking for new players to axis and allies you could let France go first. Also France could be a single playable country. I think this is just a good, fun, and new idea in general. It also gives the Allies lots of options. For example France can take Northern Italy or try to take Western Germany or Belgium/Holland. Try it out.

Re: Warfare Principles of Axis & Allies (by AndrewAAGamer)

@AndrewAAGamer I would disagree about France. France can be really helpful. They have a Fighter in London. And 5 guys in Africa. If the person playing as France saves the French fighter I fly it down to Algeria and stack with 2 or 3 men plus the fighter. After that I push my way east towards Egypt. The Guy in Syria Goes down to Egypt same with the guy in French West Africa. If their fleet in the Mediterranean survives it can evacuate and help the fight againsent the German Sub barrage, or other German ships. The Destroyer in French Madagascar can go to Egypt or India. And if their is a guy in French Indo China he can go backwards to India. If it goes really well for the French they will have 74 IPC’s. They have 8 Infantry, 2 Destroyers, 2 Cruisers, and 1 Fighter. This is the best scenario for them. Worst is they make it out with 6 Infantry, 1 Destroyer. The Worst case is not as good but the French still can do stuff. They are not pointless. When they get or if they get back in the game at the end they can pump out 19 IPC’s each round. This could be 3 Infantry, 1 Artillery, and 1 Tank.

How Do AAA Guns Work? In Axis & Allies North Africa? The part I’m really stuck on is what do they roll on to hit? Is it a one still? Are they useful? Why do they cost only three? (Except the German one).

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I think realistically in order for the Axis to win is for them to take Russia’s three capitals. And the Japs take over all over China and a large chunk of the pacific. I think the Allies would try to negotiate with the Axis party’s at the point.

@AndrewAAGamer I’m saying that if the setup the player chooses has one their. And btw their should at least be one guy in Indo China. To prove this, there were about 50,000 troops in Algeria this equals one French Infantry according to the setup. While Indo China had 75,000 troops. And their is no Vichy rule as well. So there should be a guy there.

China Changes.

1 AAA Gun added to Shezwan and Yunnan.
China can purchase AAA Guns.

France Changes.

French Fight from London has been removed.

French Cruiser next to Normandy has been removed.

One Battleship added to Normandy.

1 Transport and destroyer added to Bordeaux.

French destroyer in Madagascar has been switched to a Cruiser.

1 Infantry, 1 Artillery, 1 Naval Base, 1 Airfield Added to Indochina.

Vichy Rules: Southern France is Pro Axis switch French units to German same with sea zone. All North Africa French Territories are Pro Axis switch French units to German. For Indochina roll a dice on a roll of 5-6 that territory is Pro Axis 1-4 is Allies. The rest are free French.

UK Changes.

1 Infantry added to France and Egypt.

Anzac Changes.

1 Sub added to Sea Zone 54.

Italy Changes.

1 Tactical bomber added to Southern Italy. 1 Infantry added to Libya

Russia Changes.

All Naval units in the Pacific must stay next to Soviet territories until attacked. 1 Destroyer added to Sea Zone 5.

US Changes.

1 AAA Gun Added to Hawaii and Philippines. 1 Artillery added to Philippines. 1 Infantry added to Alaska. 1 Battleship and Aircraft Carrier (Carrying 1 Fight and 1 Tactical Bomber) added to Hawaii.

Japan Changes.

1 Cruiser added to Japan.

German Changes.

One Sub Added to Berlin.

Anymore ideas let me know!

@SuperbattleshipYamato Very interesting. I will have to test it out to.

@SuperbattleshipYamato They don’t really lose IPCS through because they can retake it or Germany can.

@crockett36 I wish they had a transport so they could evacuate some forces.

@Witt THANK YOU! I did not realize that. :)

Please see the attached picture open while you read my question/

Suppose when Germany takes it’s turn it takes 4 tanks and 3 mechs and goes into Egypt.

Let’s say all the lind mines put all the units in (time out). Where would they go? If they went back to Mersa Matruh it would exceed the stacking limit. So, what would happen.

@Witt True, the US probably wont need infantry, but when I watch people play on youtube or tournaments they buy american infantry instead of french.

In Axis and Allies North Africa the Free French units are self sufficient. You can buy one of each every turn. Instead of buying a U.S.A Infantry shouldn’t you always buy the French one instead?

When I was watching tournaments on Youtube from Board Game NAtion the U.S. player did not but one French Infantry. Is there something I am missing?

@SuperbattleshipYamato Supplies should be bought but when you get the Benghazi Convoy it is easy to get supplies to your troops.

@SuperbattleshipYamato Yes I have, the reason I skipped to that part is because when you play it is super easy to get there.

@CentralCommando @SuperbattleshipYamato Thank you for explaining. I feel they should cost 4 it is more realistic. But for 3 and a 2 or less not bad at all if the opponent has a ton of aircraft. They are also good for defending Malta.

How Do AAA Guns Work? In Axis & Allies North Africa? The part I’m really stuck on is what do they roll on to hit? Is it a one still? Are they useful? Why do they cost only three? (Except the German one).

So, I made a list of possible straiges using the help of A.I and watching many videos on youtube. A.I. only gave me 1/10 of my ideas but it is used.

Germany - (Rommel’s Last Push)

The United Kingdom will be in panic as Axis forces crush them from Tobruk and Benghazi etc. Usually it is pretty easy to make it to Mersa Matruh. But with the stacking limit it you cant completely shut down the U.K. from a counter attack.
So what do you do. Well, this may seem simple but works. It has been used in other AA games as well.
The one two punch. Use Italy then Germany to take Caro. Let me explain in depth.
In Mersa Matruh stack with 8 Italian guys. Have a huge stack of German tanks and mechs. Have italy have a bunch of planes. With Italy moving 8 guys and some air units you will be able to take out a good amount of units. When Germany comes they will attack with Tanks, Mechs and planes thus hopefully taking Caro.
Make sure to stack up till round 7. Do not wait any longer because the Americans and Free French will be on your tail in the west.

Germany - (Operation Torch)

The Americans landing into the Vichy French colonies. The French turning in favor of the Allies. Traders. What to do.
Well the Brits will be steam rolling in the east. You won’t be able to stop them, EVACUATE! Retreat all the way to El Agheila. Then build up a defence. We will talk about this later.
For now let’s talk about Tunis first.
You will need not troops or armor but you will need supplies. You barely have any. So but fighters and supplies to aid the troops there. The fighters are just to escort. Don’t buy to many. After you have a lot of supplies for Tunis buy heavy duty armor to defend El Agheila.
The Italinies will have men and supplies but will not have teh tanks and other armor to properly defend. So buy some armor.
Now we will go backwards a bit, let’s talk about the overwhelming Brits in the west. Scary. You should buy land mines to slow them down.

These are just some quick ideas I came up with. Let me know if you have anymore! I will make posts ideas for the other countries.

@SuperbattleshipYamato I just recently got the game for my Birthday from my Parents. It is a great game, actually my favorite Axis & Allies game yet. It is very in depth.

Maybe I should ask A.I. or come up with my own strategy video. It will probably come out next year because I would have to play test my strategies.