Harpoon 3 scenarios for the PlayersDB

[Boggit]

@Herman Hum :)

I've got the Harpoon 3 Commander's Edition. Will your mods, scenarios, new DB's work with it?

[Herman Hum]

There are two branches of Harpoon: Classic and Harpoon 3.  You can see the difference between them in this video:

I do not know what you mean when you say, "Harpoon 3 Commanders Edition" because you are referring to both types of Harpoon at the same time.  There is:

Harpoon Classic Commander's Edition

and

Harpoon3 v3.6.3 (a.k.a. H3)
Harpoon3 v3.9.4 Advanced Naval Warfare (a.k.a. ANW)
Harpoon3 v3.10.0 Ultimate Edition (a.k.a. HUE)

The PlayersDB will only work with the Harpoon3 versions of the game.  Let me know if further clarification is required.

[Boggit]

^^It's the one on the left in the video - Harpoon Classic Commander's Edition

[Herman Hum]

The PlayersDB incorporated the database from Harpoon Classic Commanders' Edition when it was created.  As well, many HCCE scenarios have been translated and re-written from HCCE format to H3 format.  This means that it is often possible to play an HCCE scenario and then re-play the same scenario under H3/ANW/HUE game engines.

Unfortunately, the PlayersDB only works for the H3 v3.6.3, ANW v3.9.4, and HUE v3.10 versions of the game.

[Herman Hum]

The 28th NEW Harpoon scenario of the year!

3.0 Baltic Brawl

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"Russian nationalist fervor grew worse and more aggressive.  Thwarted in her attempts to intimidate Poland because of tacit NATO assistance, Russia looked to Sweden in its search for expansion and a politically vital diversion.  This time, the dispute was over Gotland Island, which Russia claimed as an ancient Tsarist territory that a 'free' Russia, (free of Communism, that is) wanted back.  Sweden denied any such claim and both sides began sending patrol craft into the waters around Gotland to reinforce their positions."

Duration: 24 hours

This scenario was inspired by the situation described in the Harpoon 4.1 Rules from Clash of Arms.

Russia
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1.0 SitRep:

Both Sweden and Russia have increased the number of patrols in the disputed area.  As the number of ships increase in a confined area, they are bound to meet and engage one another.

2.0 Intelligence:

HumInt sources report that a squadron of Spica-class missile boats and a pair of Goteborg-class vessels are absent from their customary piers.

3.0 Orders:

Enforce the Kremlin's claim to the waters around Gotland Island.  Find and sink any Swedish units inside territorial waters claimed by Russia.  Protect the DDG from loss.

4.0 Rules of Engagement:

Warning level Red, Weapons Free

Engage all Swedish naval vessels in the vicinity of Gotland Island.  Do not endanger neutrals.

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Author: Herman Hum

3.0 Baltic Brawl                   
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[Herman Hum]

The 29th NEW Harpoon scenario of the year!

This scenario is in direct response to a request from:

Woolen Horde

$80 is also a bit too steep for my tastes, but if someone redoes the fictional modern day US Civil War scenario from Harpoon, I'm in. CVBG vs CVBG, but the North has stealth fighters!
http://www.quartertothree.com/game-talk/showthread.php?75912-Command-Modern-Air-Naval-Operations-%28-quot-The-Harpoon-that-Never-Was-quot-%29/page2&p=3646749#post3646749

And is dedicated to Tom Chick, long-time friend of the wargame community and a card-carrying Harpoon player.  Get well soon, Tom.

The Second War Between the States

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The Wilderness did not go well.  The Confederate forces managed, though with great difficulty, to entrap the Union army in a ring of fire which closed in on the troops in an image of destruction unheard of previously in the War.  The battle had an incredible impact on the population of the North.  When mothers and fathers realized their sons had died under the merciless flames set by Southern hands, they no longer desired to keep "people like that" in their beloved Union.  The peace treaty was shortly to follow.

But, in the end, both the USA and the CSA had the same national history, and similar desires, goals, and concerns.  By 1875, a defensive pact was established between the two nations.  Technology was shared and developed, the War soon became forgotten.  Even the abhorred slavery issue died off with the development of technologies which led the institution of slavery into retirement.  Machines could complete the tasks slaves had done in shorter times and without food and housing.

The continent of North America boomed.  World War I came and went, Russia turned communist, and World War II left the world in ruins -- except for the USA and the CSA.

The shared technology system worked for both nations -- until the USA discovered stealth technology.  This, the northern nation decided, should not be shared.  In the end, they thought, even the South might be a potential enemy.  And, when the CSA learned of this violation of the treaty, the South did, indeed, become an enemy.  Obviously, there were issues unresolved in the last War between them.  Such issues would be resolved now.

Author: Herman Hum

The Second War Between the States   
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[Herman Hum]

A new video for Lightning Bolt [MP] has been added to the YouTube Harpoon for Dummies channel to help Harpoon players navigate the complexities of the game and to deliver the best possible playing experience. 

You can watch Lightning Bolt [MP]

Harpoon3.6.3 users can get the
Complete PlayersDB Harpoon 3.6.3 Library

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Complete PlayersDB Harpoon ANW Library

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[Herman Hum]

The 30th NEW Harpoon scenario of the year!

07.4 Foxhunt

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"In a carefully planned series of attacks, the Warsaw Pact begins a war against NATO.  Their goal is to seize West Germany, gutting NATO militarily and economically.  The Soviets will demand a high price for Germany's return, or assimilate its industry and technology for their own use."

"Large scale strikes by Soviet Naval Aviation (SNA) on NATO port facilities and energy infrastructure slow reinforcements and disrupt transportation.

Spetsnaz attacks further disrupt transportation and communications lines.  One group, landing in Norway, cuts a critical North-South reinforcement highway.  Soviet forces, landing near Tromso, Norway, rapidly secure the northern third of the country, then head south.

Keflavik, Iceland, a vital base for maritime patrol aircraft and fighters as well as a SOSUS station, is pounded by land-attack SS-N-3s from Echo II-class SSGNs.  Using a combination of fuel-air-explosive and persistent chemical warheads, this vital base is neutralized for the critical opening phase of the war.  By the time it recovers, the Russians figure it won't matter.

The first few days of the war find the Soviets advancing through Europe and NATO reeling.  Decision-makers in Washington, London, and Paris must decide whether or not to use nuclear weapons to redress the imbalance."

"The first major convoy, escorted by a group led by USS Leyte Gulf, has left the United States enroute to Germany.  SNA strike regiments have mounted a number of small-scale operations without success.  Naval intelligence has positioned assets to predict the time before the Soviets attempt a full-scale strike on the vital convoy."

1.0 SitRep:

Soviet Naval Aviation has exacted a heavy toll from NATO shipping.  NATO has replied in turn by attacking SNA bases on the Kola Peninsula.  One such attack severely damaged Shagui.

This scenario was inspired by the situation described in the "Battles of the Third World War" compilation from Game Designers' Workshop.     

Author: Herman Hum

Over 512 scenarios in a single package!

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[Herman Hum]

The 31st NEW Harpoon scenario of the year!

4.0 Non-Nuclear Nuclear Dispute

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"India continued to resist international pressure to sign the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty.  Britain and the United States pressed for economic sanctions to force India to cooperate.  In retaliation, several British and American nationals were arrested and a mob stormed the British Embassy resulting in numerous British casualties.  In response, a British Task Force has been sent to provide a demonstration of strength off the Indian coast.  The Indian reaction to British warships in their waters has not been calm."

Author: Herman Hum

4.0 Non-Nuclear Nuclear Dispute     
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[Herman Hum]

A new video for Svalbard Incident [MP] has been added the YouTube Harpoon for Dummies channel to help Harpoon players navigate the complexities of the game and to deliver the best possible playing experience. 

You can watch Svalbard Incident [MP]

Harpoon3.6.3 users can get the
Complete PlayersDB Harpoon 3.6.3 Library

Harpoon ANW users can get the
Complete PlayersDB Harpoon ANW Library

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[Herman Hum]

The 37th NEW Harpoon scenario of the year!

06.0 First Convoy

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Act I: Onslaught

"In a carefully planned series of attacks, the Warsaw Pact begins a war against NATO.  Their goal is to seize West Germany, gutting NATO militarily and economically.  The Soviets will demand a high price for Germany's return, or assimilate its industry and technology for their own use."

"Large scale strikes by Soviet Naval Aviation (SNA) on NATO port facilities and energy infrastructure slow reinforcements and disrupt transportation.

Spetsnaz attacks further disrupt transportation and communications lines.  One group, landing in Norway, cuts a critical North-South reinforcement highway.  Soviet forces, landing near Tromso, Norway, rapidly secure the northern third of the country, then head south.

Keflavik, Iceland, a vital base for maritime patrol aircraft and fighters as well as a SOSUS station, is pounded by land-attack SS-N-3s from Echo II-class SSGNs.  Using a combination of fuel-air-explosive and persistent chemical warheads, this vital base is neutralized for the critical opening phase of the war.  By the time it recovers, the Russians figure it won't matter.

The first few days of the war find the Soviets advancing through Europe and NATO reeling.  Decision-makers in Washington, London, and Paris must decide whether or not to use nuclear weapons to redress the imbalance."

"The Battle of Reforger begins.  Convoys carrying supplies and reinforcements to Europe are attacked by Soviet subs and SNA aircraft.  Dozens of long-range aircraft launch high-altitude standoff missiles against warship formations and convoys.  With one-ton high explosive warheads crashing into ships at supersonic speeds, one hit can sink almost any vessel.  Fortunately, the initial Soviet attacks are poorly coordinated, which allow the convoy escorts the time they need to get organized.

The battle across the European plain is consuming men and material at a rate far in excess of all pre-war predictions.  The Soviet 8th Guards Army has been relentless and NATO forces are nearing the breaking point.  Reinforcements and re-supply are desperately needed.  REFORGER units are flying in and marrying up with their pre-positioned assets.  As more personnel assets reached Germany, they have been assigned piecemeal as replacements to units already in the field.

Soviet naval forces have concluded a series of attacks against NATO air installations in Iceland.  It is not expected that Icelandic operations will be re-constituted in the near term.  The Soviets have launched a pair of RORSats and now have significant surveillance capabilities.  It should be expected that the Soviets would be aware of the location with a two hour delay of any NATO forces at sea.

SNA has been conducting naval strike operations from a number of airfields.  Subordinated to the 5th Naval Air Reconnaissance Division (MRAD) are three long-range maritime strike regiments (MRAP).  The 574th MRAP, a composite Tu-22M unit, has been operating from the Lakhta airfield near Arkhangel'sk.  The 924th MRAP is operating its Tu-22Ms from the Olen'ya (Olenegorsk) airfield.  The 987th MRAP is comprised solely of Tu-16s and flies from Severomorsk airdrome.  Both Severomorsk and Olenegorsk are near Murmansk.

Multiple nuclear-powered submarines were reported by SOSUS before it went off-line.  These contacts were in transit crossing the Norwegian Sea at high speed and will likely assume patrol stations along the convoy's expected line of advance.  One Oscar SSGN was detected as well as a pair of Charlie II SSGNs."

Duration: 24 hours

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1.0 SitRep:

The 24th Mechanized Division has been loaded aboard SL-7 fast cargo ships.  They must reach the English Channel as quickly as possible.  These ships are vital to the survival of the XVIII Corps and to the NATO line theatre-wide.  Leyte Gulf and its task group (TG 20.41) are assigned to escort the first large convoy from the USA to Europe.  SNA has not appeared yet and will likely attack in its full fury.  Fighters are available, but a severe tanker shortage limits their numbers and their range.  No significant airborne early warning assets are available.

Leyte Gulf and her consorts will be required to maintain their own radar coverage.  The Saipan Amphibious Read Group (TG 22.1) and the 22nd Marine Amphibious Unit are vital to an upcoming operation.  They must reach Great Britain intact.  TG 22.1 will be sailing in the company of TG 20.4 for air defense support.

2.0 Intelligence:

Soviet Naval Aviation has not yet made its appearance, yet.  Inclement weather over the Kola Peninsula has limited their operations.  However, the weather has cleared and their presence will soon be felt.

3.0 Orders:

Ensure the safe arrival of both TGs 20.4 and 22.1 to RefPt UK.

Due to an upcoming operation, TG 20.4 must arrive at RefPt UK by 200000Z24May88 while TG 22.1 must arrive by 030000Z25May88.  Upon arrival at RefPt UK, continue on towards the UK.

Detach AO Henry J. Kaiser from TG 20.4 and transfer it to TG 22.1 for the remainder of the journey.

Author: Herman Hum

06.0 First Convoy                   
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Over 509 scenarios in a single package!

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[Herman Hum]

A new video for Courrier Entrant [MP] has been added the YouTube Harpoon for Dummies channel to help Harpoon players navigate the complexities of the game and to deliver the best possible playing experience. 

You can watch Courrier Entrant [MP]

Harpoon3.6.3 users can get the
Complete PlayersDB Harpoon 3.6.3 Library

Harpoon ANW users can get the
Complete PlayersDB Harpoon ANW Library

Harpoon HUE users can get the
Complete PlayersDB Harpoon HUE Library

"Harpoon for Dummies" channel * FAQ * Facebook * HarPlonkHQ