derekticus wrote:
Thanks, Bill.
But realistically, unless it sinks, a struck vessel is the equivalent of a surrendered vessel in regards to blocking broadsides. How is it not? I'm sorry, but I guess I just don't understand this.
Derek
You're not the first one to raise that question, and in fact, it was discussed again during beta testing of the new rules. Personally, I agree with you, but I just volunteered to write the rules as the game was programmed. I'm not sure of the history behind the decision - maybe it was playability or a programming issue.
Regardless, it is what it is. I think of it as "house rules" and adjust my tactics accordingly. It does make games go faster since there's no place to hide from me.
Bill
