Weight of Shot

[Dobbs]

I like the increased range for shore batteries. I've been pondering shore guns for some time, and haven't suffered any epiphanies.

Here's what I've got so far; the increased range. A stronger initial hitting strength that drops off quickly (batteries tended to have fewer but heavier guns). Extremely large Burden, like 12-20, to reflect guns being farther apart and stone construction. Flooding, rudder, mast, etc. hits tying in to some crucial part of the facility, like the magazine, shot furnace, etc.

As to plunging fire, perhaps this should only apply to fixed targets with mortar ships? Even when firing from an elevation in this time period a conventional cannon would be trying it's best to do straight line-ish. What about having a blind spot that the guns can't decline to?

[Bligh]

Thanks Dobbs that clarifies the issue very well for me. I should have remembered the lack of elevation available on guns of the period because of the inability of the carrage to take the strain. I think the Ares stats take into account the fewer number of guns but not the stronger hitting power of a fortress with its larger calibre and stable gun platforms. That factor will need consideration. I also like your idea about critical return hits from the ships being factored in. Also food for thought.
Rob.