I think the subs can retreat instead of being forced to fight. This move puts the Russian fighters, which are very expensive, at risk. From my own experience against the TripleA hard AI, taking chances results in total loss. Russia simply cannot afford to lose a fighter. The German pieces are not worth the risk, in my opinion. Much like what I consider the Britain navy, it is a distraction which if you try to reinforce it, will result in a quick loss.
I’m not sure, I know that according to the rules, that a sub may not pass thru a sea zone which has an enemy destroyer. I don’t know what happens when the sub starts it’s move in a sea zone with an enemy destroyer. I’m thinking that if you spend that money, Russia is toast pretty fast.
What do I know? I can’t even beat the hard AI. Of course, missing on 4 50% chances eight of ten tries tends to frustrate me. I had the computer in trouble once and then I had a brain fart, or too much beer, and blew it…
CK
Plus, Russia needs everything it can muster to prevent Germany from simply overrunning it. i have had zero luck trading territories as Germany has more airforce which leaves less units to be attacked. My own opinion is that the Allies have a hard time winning if Germany simply buys infantry and artillery. Infantry is the best; best on defense and absorbs hit when the tanks, fighters and bomber come in to play.