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Author's Section => Rules Queries and Clarifications => Topic started by: BobD62 on July 15, 2020, 08:51:23 AM

Title: Variable Movement Distance VMD and Rout
Post by: BobD62 on July 15, 2020, 08:51:23 AM
Hi guys

When making a rout move, the VMD mechanism must be used. Does this use the same table on the QRS as for "Run away or skirmish when charged" (I don't see a separate table anywhere for VMD in rout)? If so, presumably the three modifiers that are listed for Poor quality troops, Cantabrian/African tactics and the superior/exceptional option do *not* apply, as it would seem odd that poor troops would on average rout less distance (i.e. be less likely to 'burst through;' a reserve line)?

Cheers

--Bob
Title: Re: Variable Movement Distance VMD and Rout
Post by: nikgaukroger on July 15, 2020, 09:02:35 AM
Yup, you use the VMD part of the  run away/skirmish table.

As far as I can see you do use the modifiers - nothing says you don't - which I assume has been done to keep things simple by avoiding exceptions. You could no doubt rationalise the effect by saying routing poor troops are less likely to distress supports or something to that effect.
Title: Re: Variable Movement Distance VMD and Rout
Post by: Simon Meg-Meister on July 15, 2020, 10:44:18 AM
Welcome aboard Bob.
Yes all correct from Nik.
Have fun!

Si
Title: Re: Variable Movement Distance VMD and Rout
Post by: BobD62 on July 15, 2020, 12:11:26 PM
Thanks gents.

Given the conflicting responses, I assume Simon trumps nikgaukroger...?  :)

Cheers

—Bob
Title: Re: Variable Movement Distance VMD and Rout
Post by: nikgaukroger on July 15, 2020, 12:45:01 PM
Depends who he was agreeing with.
Title: Re: Variable Movement Distance VMD and Rout
Post by: Simon Meg-Meister on July 15, 2020, 04:55:26 PM
Edited.  Was agreeing with Nike reply so all good.

No trumping necessary  :)
Title: Re: Variable Movement Distance VMD and Rout
Post by: BobD62 on July 15, 2020, 05:11:09 PM
Brilliant - thanks both