This thread is for the discussion of all rules pertaining to Capitals. Especially capital rules in the latest A&A games 1940, 41 42.2 etc. Here I will start things off with a rule that I sometimes enjoy.
Rule: Declare New Capital
Once a player’s original capital is taken, they must give up all cash on hand to the conquering nation. At this point the conquered player may elect to declare a new capital, on any territory with a Production Facility still under their control. So long as a player has at least 1 Production Facility still under their control they are allowed to collect income.
This rule basically extends the endgame, by diminishing the overall effect of capital capture. It also allows for a continued capture dynamic where the capital target can potentially move around. If a Nations original capital is recovered they must immediately move the government in exile back to the home seat.
This HR is one that can be used to explore the deep endgame, or as a VC alternative, if you prefer to play until concession. Some people I know don’t enjoy a sudden death resolution of any sort. Game resolution mechanics being less important to them, on the idea that, “well I’ve played this long, and don’t really feel like starting another. Lets go 1 more round!”
Perhaps you guys have been in this situation too? :-D
In such games the idea was to allow the vanquished player a way to “fight on” if desired, while also allowing the Conqueror a way to enjoy their conquest by getting in some victory laps, and seeing how the game works after a capital falls.
In our games, we play with the possession rules as follows. If a Government in Exile loses a territory to the Enemy, and this territory is later liberated by an Ally, the territory is not immediately returned to the original owner, but counts instead towards the Ally’s economy. Until the Original capital is restored, it is possible for an Ally of the same side, to take over direct control of such a territory for the purposes of income.
Anyone else with other novel capital rules please them share if you like.