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pfig

January 02, 2016, 02:23:28 PM
Hi there!

I'm Pedro, failed ASL player and WW2 gaming fan. As I only run Macs my choices are limited (Close Combat please!), but perhaps that is a good thing, as I want to keep my full time job (I'm a software developer).

My weapons of choice are Combat Mission, Battle Academy, and Order of Battle: Pacific. Dabbler in Crusader Kings and Europa Universalis - I'm afraid Hearts of Iron still eludes me, I keep meaning to set aside some time to learn it, but never seem to.

Outside of computers I live for photography, music, and London.

P.S. I came across Grogheads via Tim Stone from Rock Paper Shotgun's The flare path.

bob48

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January 02, 2016, 02:31:22 PM
Wotchya.
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Staggerwing

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January 02, 2016, 02:35:34 PM
Welcome pfig!

What is this 'Sunny London' place of which you speak?
Vituð ér enn - eða hvat?  -Voluspa

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I got my time machine, got my 'electronic dream!"
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Sir Slash

#3
January 02, 2016, 02:41:38 PM
Hello phig. Welcome to the Grogs and Happy Postings to you. Combat Mission is always a sure winner to start a lively conversation here. Big fan myself-- poor player.
"Take a look at that". Sgt. Wilkerson-- CMBN. His last words after spotting a German tank on the other side of a hedgerow.

MetalDog

#4
January 02, 2016, 02:47:27 PM
Welcome, pfig!  Glad you found us!  Enjoy rambling through this weird and wonderful place.  And which HOI are you having trouble with?  Been a while, but, I used to have a goodly grasp on HOI 2.  Would be glad to help if you want.
And the One Song to Rule Them All is Gimme Shelter - Rolling Stones


"If its a Balrog, I don't think you get an option to not consent......." - bob

pfig

#5
January 02, 2016, 03:17:27 PM
Thank you for the warm welcoming, everyone!

MetalDog, I have HOI3 - thank you for your offer, but I believe my lack of interest is in part due to it being fairly impersonal, as opposed to CK2 or EU4 where your playing generates these wonderful stories about your character and their families. In HOI3 you don't even play as anyone, as far as I can tell. I think I'll park it and have another look when HOI4 comes out.

MetalDog

#6
January 02, 2016, 03:19:30 PM
If you are hoping HOI 4 will have that storytelling angle, I am going to guess and say, 'No.'  You can always check out the Paradox website.  They usually post Developer's Diaries along with their new games. 
And the One Song to Rule Them All is Gimme Shelter - Rolling Stones


"If its a Balrog, I don't think you get an option to not consent......." - bob

bbmike

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January 02, 2016, 04:49:28 PM
Welcome to Grogheads!
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-Sherlock Holmes

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pfig

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January 02, 2016, 05:08:57 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on January 02, 2016, 03:19:30 PM
If you are hoping HOI 4 will have that storytelling angle, I am going to guess and say, 'No.'

Yes, I sort of expect that. I meant that perhaps it'll have something to make me enjoy it regardless!

MetalDog

#9
January 02, 2016, 06:58:16 PM
Understood.  If it's any consolation, I loved 2 and couldn't play 3.  I enjoy CK2, but play it rarely.  I like EUIV less so, but still enjoy it occasionally.  Much easier than the prior iterations.
And the One Song to Rule Them All is Gimme Shelter - Rolling Stones


"If its a Balrog, I don't think you get an option to not consent......." - bob

bayonetbrant

#10
January 02, 2016, 06:59:27 PM
Howdy!  And someone make a note that we should tip Tim if we ever make any money :)
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eyebiter

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January 02, 2016, 09:08:40 PM
If you visit the Imperial War Museum, make sure to post the pictures.

Bison

#12
January 02, 2016, 11:39:11 PM
Howdy.

Jarhead0331

#13
January 03, 2016, 10:33:06 AM
Hey pfig. Welcome to grog heads. You are not alone on HOI3. Check this post out.

http://grogheads.com/forums/index.php?topic=9317.0
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Martok

#14
January 05, 2016, 07:34:44 AM
Welcome aboard, Pedro!  I'm a fan of Crusader Kings II as well, although I haven't managed to actually play it that much...yet. 

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