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From: zg03+@andrew.cmu.edu (Zafrir E. Gan)
Newsgroups: comp.sys.mac.games
Subject: Re: Strategic Conquest
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Date: 15 Oct 90 16:34:55 GMT
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>From: Patrick.Hayes@cediag.bull.fr (Patrick Hayes)
>Subject: Re: Strategic Conquest
>Date: 12 Oct 90 17:40:49 GMT
>
>I concur. I only build 2-3 transports in the early stages, and just build
>replacements if neccesary. I find that building LOTS of fighters is useful in
>many ways:
>	1) to water down resistance before a landing
>	2) on a carrier, I can scout out the positions of his ships before he
>	   locates mine to take proper measures (bring up subs, retreat, >etc).
>	   Using this strategy, I've rarely been bothered by his subs for ex.
>	3) eleminate pesky bombers before he uses them(I find this satisfying).
>	4) destroy his shipping while it's in port


Here's one more use for fighters:

When attempting to take over an island from the enemy, pit fighters against
his advancing armies.  Fighters can be brought over from other islands so 
there's no need to count on transports bringing reinforcements.  Fighters
generally have about the same kill ratio as armies, but at the same time 
can attack up to 20 times a turn (if one (b)lays after every attack).
And considering how long it takes to move troops and ships up to your
front line,  fighters are the quickest offense available.

P.S.  
fighters can also be used in defence.  I once took out an enemy's transport
and the eight armies it unloaded on my island using 3 fighters.