FAQ entry

Keywords: All, defense, Open General,

What is Close Defense and when is it used?

Close Defense is a Unit Value that comes into play in short range combat situations (aka Close Quarters Combat/Battle, CQC/CQB). Think of a city, with its roads and houses and garages and corners, which hinder Line of Sight as well as give various options to hide. CQC however is not limited to City terrain, in game terms it also takes place in Forest and Mountain terrains.

Another situation where Close Defense is used is naval warfare, specifically when a Submarine is involved. Submarines are silent and hidden - being usually under the water surface. In this regard, Close Defense could be called “Surprise Defense”.

In game terms:

Attacker uses Close Defense when:

Defender uses Close Defense when:

Combat is Close when:

Combat is Rugged when: