Observations from a guy new to AH(38 driver)

[Mav]

Hi guys, I am sure some of you guys have shot me down at least once.  Probably most of you in fact. 

Anyways, I haven't WW2 simmed since AW "back in the day" so I am pretty rusty but I thought I would give you guys some opinions from a new guy on how it feels in AH.  I love the game. The game doesn't love me though, but hopefully I will get better.

Some things I have noticed or would like to comment on.  Any feedback or insights are appreciated.

1) The 38 is hard to to learn and fly well.  I have read the forums for a bit and this seems to be a common theme so its not me.  I flew it a bit in AW and it seemed to be an easier mistress than the harsh one thats here.
2) I draw hordes to my plane. It could be cuz I am not very good yet or people like the fat behind the 38 presents.
3) It took me almost a whole day to get my first "legit" kill.
4) I have a 1 to 1 kills to assist ratio.  Not sure if its becaue my shooting sucks or because I don't hang with targets long enough.  It would be nice to get some sort of recognition for that besides a one line stat.
5) Very few jerks in game so far.
6) Too many spit + Poney drivers
7) They need a "nub" arena where all the new pilots can fly, and only them can be in it until they "graduate".  Not a training arena or anything, but a full fledged arena that you can only be in when you have less than lets say 200 hours of flight time (or some other sort of qualification that makes sense).   While I am pretty persistant and I will get better, I think some may be scared off by the fact there are so many talented and experienced players. 
7) Where is the b-29 in game?
8.) I was kidding about 7


I just got out of my two week sub a couple of days and I will be sticking around so you can't have my stuff.  So far I am really impressed by the game and WW2 sims have come a long way from the AW AOL days.

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[lazydog]

well if you were the mav in MW yesterday in the 51 you flew that thing very well if you ask me  oh welcome to your new addiction

[Lusche]

7) They need a "nub" arena where all the new pilots can fly, and only them can be in it until they "graduate".  Not a training arena or anything, but a full fledged arena that you can only be in when you have less than lets say 200 hours of flight time (or some other sort of qualification that makes sense).   While I am pretty persistant and I will get better, I think some may be scared off by the fact there are so many talented and experienced players. 

I doubt it will help anyone. A arena with only completely unexperienced players means no one to learn from, reinforcing wrong habits. It would be just delaying the "OMG I suck" experience one will get once entering the "regular" MA's. Also it would be a place where misinformation about game (gameplay mechanics, tactics, performance) would almost freely float around due to almost nobody having a clue

I remember... with a few notable exceptions, most H2H regulars got some serious whipping when they first went to the MA after H2H was taken down, no matter how long they played in H2H before.

BTW... the "talented and experienced players" are actually the minority in MA's

[Vudak]

Welcome back to the genre

Since you're not new to these kind of games, it should mostly be a matter of getting reacquainted.  Grab a friend and head into the Training Arena or Dueling Arena for a few hours a week, and it should start to come back to you.

[Lusche]

Oh I forgot.. the quickest way to get more success is to either hook up with a trainer, or look for a mentor. You are lucky if you are flying the 38, because there are alot dedicated 38 drivers out there that are not only very capable fighters but also very willing to help any eager new "light bomber" pilot

I'm convinced with your previous experience and some tutoring, your kills/assist ratio will improve very quickly 

[Skuzzy]

Just avoid landing lessons from Guppy35,....unless you are fond of bent, ripped, mangled, mauled, mashed, crunched, warped, stressed, distressed, fractured, bullet riddled and/or missing pieces.

And welcome to the game!

[Dragon]

Just avoid landing lessons from Guppy35,....unless you are fond of bent, ripped, mangled, mauled, mashed, crunched, warped, stressed, distressed, fractured, bullet riddled and/or missing pieces.

And welcome to the game!

Now that's the best advice ever. 

[Ack-Ack]

Hi guys, I am sure some of you guys have shot me down at least once.  Probably most of you in fact. 

Anyways, I haven't WW2 simmed since AW "back in the day" so I am pretty rusty but I thought I would give you guys some opinions from a new guy on how it feels in AH.  I love the game. The game doesn't love me though, but hopefully I will get better.

Hiya Mav, I remember you from AW.  The learning curve is a little steep but since you've already have experience in flight sims, the curve is a little easier.  The P-38 in AH is a great plane if flown properly and in the hands of an experienced driver, one of the most deadliest planes in the game. 

If the P-38 is going to be your main ride in AH, then you should hook up with us SAPP guys as we're an evil organization of P-38 enthusiasts bent on world domination.  There are also a few P-38 squadrons like the 479th "Riddle's Raiders" (old time AW squadron), the 80th (famous for landing with less plane parts then they took off with) and the newly formed 82nd squadron.  If you need any tips, just ask any of the P-38 flyers in the 479th or any of the 80th or 82nd guys and for a price (usually 2 ewes and a 12 pack of beer) we'll be more than happy to share our vast and invaluable knowledge of the P-38.


ack-ack
479th FG

[Shuffler]

Welcome to AH Mav!

When S.A.P.P. guys are on we tune to channel 138. Your welcome to tune in anytime and fly with us.

Early next month there will be a P38 Clinic held in the Training Arena. Keep a lookout for the dates.

[Soulyss]

Just avoid landing lessons from Guppy35,....unless you are fond of bent, ripped, mangled, mauled, mashed, crunched, warped, stressed, distressed, fractured, bullet riddled and/or missing pieces.

And welcome to the game!

All true but you forgot lacerated, battered, beaten, pummeled, ravaged, mutilated, maimed....

On the other hand following him around and shooting at the people who are doing the mauling is a great way to improve the 'ol K/D ratio. And despite all the horrific things 'ol Guppy/Corkyjr does to his poor poor plane they keep giving him new ones.

[trigger2]

Just avoid landing lessons from Guppy35,....unless you are fond of bent, ripped, mangled, mauled, mashed, crunched, warped, stressed, distressed, fractured, bullet riddled and/or missing pieces.

And welcome to the game!

I thought that taking lessons from any S.A.P.P. pilot was a bad idea... Then again, if it's not been ripped to shreds, missing a wing, landing gear, with a PW, no elevators, while on fire then where's the fun in the sortie?

Good to see you Mav, remember, if you want some help with anything, there's always plenty of people who know what they're doing willing to help out.

[daddog]

Welcome to Aces High!

Soulyss, Shuffler, Ack-Ack are just a few of some excellent P-38 sticks in the game. Look them up.

[mensa180]

All true but you forgot lacerated, battered, beaten, pummeled, ravaged, mutilated, maimed....

On the other hand following him around and shooting at the people who are doing the mauling is a great way to improve the 'ol K/D ratio. And despite all the horrific things 'ol Guppy/Corkyjr does to his poor poor plane they keep giving him new ones.

Not to mention the verbal lashings we take on squad vox whenever we don't clear his six. 

[Stampf]

Welcome to AH, Mav!

See ya up!

[Guppy35]

Just avoid landing lessons from Guppy35,....unless you are fond of bent, ripped, mangled, mauled, mashed, crunched, warped, stressed, distressed, fractured, bullet riddled and/or missing pieces.

And welcome to the game!

LOL it could be that Mav is to blame for for my 'flying' as his was the first squad I was ever in, back in Airwarrior