CUSTOM SQUAD LEADER BOARDS FOR SPECIFIC SCENARIOS

updated 070214

Credits and Usage

• The VSQL program, through Terrain SSR/Transformation, can alter board terrain (i.e. eliminate level 2 hills, convert brush to woods, change building types, etc) which is invaluable in meeting most Special Scenario Rules (SSR). However, there are limits to such transformations. They may only affect all of the terrain on a specific board(s). You cannot transform a specific hill or building. Similarly, graveyards cannot be converted, orchards can be put out of season, but not converted to woods.
• An example in point is COI scenario 13 'Capture of Balta'; one hill is now marsh, another is eliminated.
• Modifying a board image is the typical method in which to create a 'Custom Board'. However, learning the secondary level knowledge to enable the LOS tool to still function on the customized board requires a dedicated effort.
• Bill Sosnicki has invested the time and effort and is now a graduate of this exclusive club. Please feel free to contact him if you need a custom board for a standard scenario.
• These custom boards are contained in a zipped file. Download the custom board, unzip (extract) the board file from within and place in your VSQL board directory. DO NOT RENAME the board file. The board file name must remain consistent between all players. If you rename the board file it will not work! However, you CAN rename the ZIPPED file if you so desire.
• Rule set:
  • SQL Squad Leader
  • COI Cross of Iron
  • COD Crescendo of Doom
  • GIA GI: Anvil of Victory
• A date code is part of the zip file name in the format YYMMDD.
• Scenario source:
  • APh (Advance Phase; www.advancephase.com)
  • OAF (ON ALL FRONTS Magazine)
  • SEP (Scenario Exchange Program); some republished as OAF scenarios
  • SQLA (Squad Leader Academy; WG###; www.wargameacademy.org/SQLA)
  • TAHGC (The Avalon Hill Game Company)