I have been kitting up for some naval gaming in the Pacific and Southern Atlantic theatres. In historical terms this will include von Spee's dash across the Pacific and the engagements at Coronel (1 November 1914) and the Falklands (8 December 1914).
But first its my old favourite – the Battle of Cocos. HMS Sydney vs. SMS Emden. 9th November is not far away, but this will be one commemoration I'm ready for!
 |
| Planned layout of the HMAS Sydney vs SMS Emden clash at Cocos Islands |
 |
| HMS Sydney sights the smoke trail from the Emden |
 |
| HMAS Sydney is spotted - Müller order a full head of steam and the SMS Emden leaves it's shore party behind and makes of open water. |
 |
| Sydney closing to a distance of 9,500 yards (8,700 m)where they set a parallel course to the Emden and open fire to deadly effect. |
 |
North Keeling Island - the final resting place of the Emden
|
This looks like good fun! What rules are you et al. using?
ReplyDeleteCan you see why I jumped on that blue tablecloth of yours - thanks ;)
DeleteI'm planning on trying two sets of rules:
1. Grant Fleets - using the King and Kaiser expansion: http://www.wargamevault.com/product/63633/Grand-Fleets-King--Kaiser?filters=0_0_40009_0&manufacturers_id=489
2. Naval Thunder: Clash of Dreadnoughts: http://navalthunder.jigsy.com/game-overview
While I'm definitely a fan of very simple (beer and pretzel) naval gaming rules (and have used a number over the years for Russo-Japanese war / pre-drednought gaming), I think for a one-on-one duel like this it calls for a bit more granularity in the rules.
While neither of these rule sets could be considered complex, I think they will strike a nice balance between detail and playability!
It ate my comment! Please pardon if it shows up twice.
DeleteI wrote:
Oh, is that our old blue tablecloth! Nice to know it's found a good home!
Thanks for the links to rules -- I shall have a look and see what db and George think. There will surely be a bit of gaming when we're in Ohio, and although George has been on a WWII tank tear for the past few years, a little naval grazing would be welcomed!