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Going ironless: I think it is the only way... we need loads of units fast, and can't get it without cutting our iron. As said, Leo's coming (in 6 turns minimum). We should not hesitate, and do it.
Nathan, I agree on rushing being costlier then upgrading, however there is one thing you don't take into account: we've got the cash... we shouldn't overdo it, but if shortrushing can give us 5 units 1 turn sooner for ~70 gold, there is little to think about.
As to the galleys in the South: move all of them North, or all but one of them back. I too would prefer more galleys, but frankly, we can't spend the shields. Every galley that gets build is an extra horse, which in time is an extra knight. We need those land troops, we've got enough see troops for the moment. Also, we don't need too much extra movement in the South, we want to take it slowly, letting GoW believe that's where our current forces are going to. So, move as much as possible to Wittlich city (but be sure to cover them with a defender), so that our invasion can happen with surprising numbers.
We can't afford to fail our invasion: either it's decisive, or we lose the race towards gunpowder, and should sue for peace. In 20 turns from now, we should have GoW on their knees, only keeping a hold on little Bob. If we fail that goal, there is no way we can win this war.
DeepO
Nathan, I agree on rushing being costlier then upgrading, however there is one thing you don't take into account: we've got the cash... we shouldn't overdo it, but if shortrushing can give us 5 units 1 turn sooner for ~70 gold, there is little to think about.
As to the galleys in the South: move all of them North, or all but one of them back. I too would prefer more galleys, but frankly, we can't spend the shields. Every galley that gets build is an extra horse, which in time is an extra knight. We need those land troops, we've got enough see troops for the moment. Also, we don't need too much extra movement in the South, we want to take it slowly, letting GoW believe that's where our current forces are going to. So, move as much as possible to Wittlich city (but be sure to cover them with a defender), so that our invasion can happen with surprising numbers.
We can't afford to fail our invasion: either it's decisive, or we lose the race towards gunpowder, and should sue for peace. In 20 turns from now, we should have GoW on their knees, only keeping a hold on little Bob. If we fail that goal, there is no way we can win this war.
DeepO
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