Mod Formations Rework by the Baron. v1.1

[the Baron]

Idea:

This mod come as possible solution to make AI more capable on fighting and keep their main ships alive.

Concept:

The mod consists on the rework of some formations plus the addition of new 3 formations where the main focus can be: a) to have the DDs in scouting position leading the formation to defend from sub attacks , b) convoy formations where the DDs will cover the front and sides, c) the implementation of big fleet formations where the most important thing is to maintain the BB or aircraft carrier alive.

Changes:
- The 2 column left now is a regular 2 column.
- The 2 column right now is 2 column Scout, with 2 DDs in scouting position leadind the formation.
- The 3 column now have 3 DDs in scouting positions leading formation and other 6 ships surrounding a central ship ( BB or Carrier)
- The circular formation was reworked to give maximum protection to the carrier against air attacks and sub attacks.
- The convoy I (new) is one column formation with 2 DDs scouting and more 2 DDs protecting the sides.
- The convoy II (new) is two column formation // // // // // // // // //
- The convoy III (new) is three column formation // // // // // // // // //

Additional to the mod 6 custom missions were made for the players to test the formations and see how they work in different situations. Players from the silent hunter series will enjoy the challenge to infiltrate the convoy and try to sink the main target. There is also major fleet battle and one mission where the players can test the new circular formation against multiple air attacks.

Installation:
-Main mod.
Put the override folder on: C:\...\Steam\steamapps\common\War on the Sea\WarOnTheSea_Data\StreamingAssets
To uninstall just delete the folder.

-Custom missions.
This pack contains 6 different missions for the players to test the formations in different situations. To use them just go to custom battle and then press “load”.
Installation: Put the folder custom on: C:\Users\...\AppData\LocalLow\Killerfish Games\War on the Sea\save

Download:

https://app.box.com/s/bzcenebj9w605wrlsfbpbq4tzs09chdo

Future:

If there is no major changes to the formations in the next days from testing i will rework the AI missions. The rework will have as goal to:
- To prevent AI to use main ships in vulnerable positions in the formation.
- To reduce the cargo ships on the convoys to prevent AI of spamming soldiers.
- To revamp the AI patrol missions.

Changelog:
- v1.1 Improvements on the circular formation to prevent "too close" situation.

For modders interested in using the mod or part of the mod please ask permission first.

And forgive me my poor english. is not my native language.

Happy hunting. The Baron.

[Killerfish Games]

Keep in mind that the first formation MUST always be line ahead (for sea and air).
It is the only formation where the ship follows the ship in front of it.
All other formations hold position relative to the lead ship.

[the Baron]

Originally posted by Killerfish Games:

Keep in mind that the first formation MUST always be line ahead (for sea and air).
It is the only formation where the ship follows the ship in front of it.
All other formations hold position relative to the lead ship.

Thank you! :)

[Vasco]

In the 'Circular Formation v Massive Air Attack' the game reports the Northampton is too close to the Enterprise and won't allow the scenario to launch. Thanks for all your hard work on this.

[the Baron]

Originally posted by Vasco:

In the 'Circular Formation v Massive Air Attack' the game reports the Northampton is too close to the Enterprise and won't allow the scenario to launch. Thanks for all your hard work on this.

Thanks Vasco. I uploaded a new version with a minimal increment on distance between the cruisers and the carrier to try to prevent that of happening again. They are so close to the carrier to help in the defence against torpedoes. From my testings i thought i solved all this issues. Well i was wrong. You need to download the new version and replace only this file "formationsSea".

Have fun. :)

[Vasco]

Thanks Baron!