Scenario two: April 2018

[Union Jack]

April 2018 Briefing. ‘ There are never enough frigates.’

Playing Area:

Whatever playing surface you can muster.

Your force of 2 SoL and 1 frigate have been tasked to intercept an enemy convoy.

The Enemy convoy is escorted by 1 SoL, 2 frigates and 1 sloop. (You do not need ships for the convoy but may add 6-8 ships, if you have then to represent the convoy).

Layout:
Your Force: Enter at Point A in any formation. 1 ruler length each side of corner and up to 1 ruler length in.
1 Sail of the Line 3rd rate 74 guns.
1 Sail of the Line 4th rate 60 guns.
1 Frigate 5th rate 32 guns.

Enemy force: As displayed. Target is Point B, 1 ruler length each side of corner.
1 Sail of the Line 3rd rate 74 gun. (Temeraire class)
1 Frigate 5th rate 36 guns.
1 Frigate 5th rate 32 guns.
1 Sloop 6th rate of 18 guns.




Notes:

Enemy warships will always engage nearest ship.
No initial double shot broadside or carronades.

Victory Points:

Ship burden of any enemy warship captured or sunk.
If all enemy warships are sunk; then enemy convoy surrenders. Add another 30 points.
If 1 enemy warship leaves at point B all of enemy convoy escapes too.