I’ve noticed that many people seem to think that allowing Italy to take France greatly hampers Germany’s war effort. I used to agree with this opinion, then I started to daydream….
If Germany “Hit and Runned” France, then Italy took it, let’s look at the benefits and losses incurred by doing such an attack.
Benefits:
Italy gets 27 (probably more) IPCs on it’s next turn.
More income means Italy gets through Egypt and into Russia faster.
More pressure on Russia from south means Russia must move troops slightly out of position.
A stronger Italy delays the Italy Crush that America and Britain will likely try.
A stronger Italy means a weaker Britain and a more sweaty Russia.
Sealion is still possible, and frankly you’ll have your war machines in West German after the retreat, so it’s okay.
Losses:
A smaller 2nd turn German Buy, around 37 IPCs (with Finland, Normandy/Bordeaux, Bulgaria, Yugoslavia ((<-- unless you strafe to Romania, though at that point you’re being a bit TOO nice to Italy xD)) . This means less versatility in German purchases (which I know lots of people enjoy)
A more difficult push into Russia for Germany. (Will eventually be eased by Italy, but not for a while)
Loss of an IC in France. (I imagine Italy wouldn’t be able to drop as much defence as Germany in the case of Overlord.)
That’s all I can think of right now.
Anyways, I’m just wondering has anyone tried out the Italian France, and how has it worked?
Also, why not give it a try? Any feedback is appreciated.