Quote Originally Posted by TexaS View Post
The Spanish ships have very high fire power ratings without any real explanation. I wouldn't use a battle against them as a measure.
Thankfully I didn't have the Spaniards using carronades, only the English.
I was still stunned by the firepower of an initial broadside from a 1st rate though. It's the first time I've had one on the table and they're devastating (as they should be).