Results 1 to 19 of 19

Thread: Shogun 2 RPG??

Hybrid View

Previous Post Previous Post   Next Post Next Post
  1. #1
    Travelling Knight Senior Member Nigel's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jul 2003
    Location
    Twynham Castle
    Posts
    1,026

    Default Re: Shogun 2 RPG??

    I joined this game and it is pretty fun so far. Still very much in the starting phase, but if you like I will keep posting some stories or battle reports from that campaign here. As emotion_name says, there is still room for players to join.

    For now only the first battle has been fought - repelling an invading army at the border.
    Here is the battle report

    Spoiler Alert, click show to read: 

    This report is composed by Nakahama Ichi, assistent and aide de camp of Takeda Nobushige, to report the first battle of the honourable clan of the Takeda in thier war against the Shinano lords.

    The army of Takeda Nobushige approached the enemies army full of confidence in the superior quality of their soldiers. Reports have revealed that the Murakami army consisted of 2 Yari Ashigaru and 1 Bow Ashigaru led by 1 Light Cavalry, while Nobushiga had 1 regiment of Yari Samurai under his command and the additional support of his own bodyguard.

    However, when we approached the enemy we saw that he had the advantage of the terrain and controlled the highest hill in the area.



    Nobushige realized that an attacking battle would be inevitable and decided that the best route would be along the West flank, where we could try to use the cover of the woods and climb the hill at the smallest incline.

    When we had reached the edge of the forest West of the hill, the Murakami Tashio must have anticipated our move and decided that his best option to counter would be to give up the hill and take position in the foothill forest himself.

    At this point we could not see the hidden troops - only the light cavalry. We knew that they had to be there, but had no idea how they were positioned. So Nobushige decided to deploy his cavalry on the left flank. Then he odered his troops to advance, moving the yari ahad of the archers and himself following closely behind.



    The cavalry had been kept at the far left in an attempt to keep them out of the forest. When we approached the forest, we took the first casulties from the enemy archers. Then we could see that his archers were positoned against our Yari Ashigaru, while our Yari Samurai were facing one of the two Murakami yari and the horsemen faced each other.

    Seizing the opportunity our Yari Ashigaru charged the archers while the Yari Samurai moved ahead slowly to block the enemy spearmen. This was aginst the advice of the Commisioner fo Warfare, who had recommended to use the horsemen against the archers, but it turned to our advantge in this battle.

    Due to their staggered position our Yari Samurai managed to envelope the flank of the enemy yari, threatening their flank and at the same time keeping them well away from our cavalry unit, who now engaged the enemy horsemen.



    Nobushige himself moved close to the cavalry battle, inspiring and motivaing his men. With the encouragement and knowing the eyes of their Tashio resting on them, the men fought with exceptional strength and vigor and soon began to gain the upper hand. It was then that Nobishige saw that it would only take a last final push to break the enemie's morale. He spurred his horse, motioned his bodyguard and charged the flank of the enemy horsemen.

    This was too much for the Murakami soldiers. When their cavalry began to flee, the other troop turned heel and followed them. The men were so shattered that they did not dare to re-group after the battle, but abandoned the banner of their army and dispersed in the countryside. The Murakami Invasion had ended in a crushing defeat and a honourful victory for the Takeda clan.



    And here is the situation of the Takeda border after the battle

    Spoiler Alert, click show to read: 

    After our victory I (Takeda Nobushige) reviewed the situation. Our regiments had gained much honour and experience. But the Yari troops had suffered heavy losses - Samurai and Ashigaru alike. So I decided to leave them in our province at the border and scouted into the enemy territory with my own bodyguard and the cavalry regiment alone.

    We got as far as to the edge of a forest close to the Murakami castle town. This whole area appeared free from enemy troops. Then we returned to our infantery and spent the remainder of the season tending their wounds and finding new recruits to replenish our ranks.


    Last edited by Nigel; 07-22-2011 at 16:33.

  2. #2

    Default Re: Shogun 2 RPG??

    I was unable come within the time that i mentioned, darn, there are lots of delays in getting the game, i hope i will get it tomorrow. Is there a spot left?

  3. #3
    Member Member emotion_name's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jul 2009
    Location
    Wales
    Posts
    32

    Default Re: Shogun 2 RPG??

    yeah, there is spots left fella!

    As i said before, a son is about to come of age (still :D ) and there is also one Commissioner role available - Commissioner of Espionage!

    Out of curiosity, i DL the new sengoku Jidai unit pack, which adds units to the sp campaign also. Will it effect the save game we are using does anyone know? (save game was made before i got dlc, weeks ago, not sure if other players have it so unsure of any complications we may face)!

    Some help would be appreciated here if anyone has an idea of what to expect!
    TEN WELSH COMMANDMENTS

    THOU SHALL;

    Worship sheep, Drink Beer, Wear 3 feathers with pride, Not Slay Dragons, Love Rugby and Football, Not be too friendly with the English, Keep a welcome in the hillside, Learn our Anthem (not just chorus), Eat and Enjoy Leek soup, Congregate and drink on international match days ........ correct at time of sermon on the Mountain Ash.... copyright Dai of Cymru.

  4. #4

    Default Re: Shogun 2 RPG??

    I think that if we want to use that unit pack, then all those who are playing must download it and use it to avoid any complications. Still there can be some issues, but if we are gonna use it, i suggest keeping a backup save ready in case things get messed up

  5. #5
    Member Member emotion_name's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jul 2009
    Location
    Wales
    Posts
    32

    Default Re: Shogun 2 RPG??

    well, the save was made before i got the unit pack! Now, im unsure who has it and who doesnt, and what issues it could raise as a result!
    TEN WELSH COMMANDMENTS

    THOU SHALL;

    Worship sheep, Drink Beer, Wear 3 feathers with pride, Not Slay Dragons, Love Rugby and Football, Not be too friendly with the English, Keep a welcome in the hillside, Learn our Anthem (not just chorus), Eat and Enjoy Leek soup, Congregate and drink on international match days ........ correct at time of sermon on the Mountain Ash.... copyright Dai of Cymru.

  6. #6

    Default Re: Shogun 2 RPG??

    if you want, you can test it out by informing the other players to install the unit pack, then play their turns for 1 turn. (After taking backup save ofc). See if you have any trouble with the save. If you do, you can roll back to your previous save, if not you can continue with the new packs :p

    P.S: Im going to get the game by today , I will test run and see whether my system can handle it. If its ok, I will join it.

    EDIT: Got the Game, installing it right now I hope my system runs it well

    my pc gets reboot whenever i open S2TW. Isnt that great? Imao
    Last edited by ArcturUs; 07-31-2011 at 16:01.

  7. #7
    Travelling Knight Senior Member Nigel's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jul 2003
    Location
    Twynham Castle
    Posts
    1,026

    Default Re: Shogun 2 RPG??

    Oh, that is a real pitty.

    Maybe ask some of our Tech Admins if they can help you. They are quite knowledgable.
    Tell me if you have difficulty finding one and I can point out your problem to them.

Bookmarks

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •  
Single Sign On provided by vBSSO