Mortar's

[kcdusk]

Is anyone using mortars in their games? To what effect? Size?

[Legbreaker]

They're not exactly practical for smaller groups, same with most other types of artillery. However, I've never seen a group that didn't have at least one in their arsenal.
Usually there's a lack of forward observers too in my experience.

[aspqrz]

But, theoretically, mind, you could rig them up like some of the 'Gun Mortars' used on some modern French armoured cars, and use them in direct fire mode as well. Theoretically.

Phil

[pmulcahy11b]

And remember, firing a Grenade Launcher is nothing like firing a mortar. There should be a separate skill.

[Legbreaker]

Originally Posted by pmulcahy11b

And remember, firing a Grenade Launcher is nothing like firing a mortar. There should be a separate skill.

True. Something like Indirect Fire Weapons that allows the laying and firing of mortars, light artillery, tripod mounted machineguns and automatic grenade launchers at targets using maps, compass, and sights such as the C2A1, along with various electronic aids.

[dragoon500ly]

Truly, anything above 60mm is a waste of a player groups time, although watching the antics of players trying to set up a 120mm during an ambush can be amusing!