Build a Wardog’s mortar
The Art of Indirect Fire: Choosing Your Battlefield Strategy
In the theater of conflict, the pursuit of damage is rarely a simple matter of brute force. It is a complex calculus of positioning, supply, and tactical choice. In environments like Wardogs, where every strategic advantage is hard-won, understanding the spectrum of offensive options is critical for survival and success.
While precision strikes and the skill of the individual marksman certainly play their place—offering invaluable support in boots-on-the-ground infantry skirmishes—there exists a more strategic, and often more devastating, avenue for inflicting damage.
The choice, ultimately, comes down to where you are positioned and what resources you command. If the objective is immediate, localized engagement, the classic skill of the excellent shot is paramount. However, for achieving strategic saturation, a different methodology must be employed.
This alternative path involves shifting focus from direct confrontation to indirect bombardment. When a force secures a relatively safe Forward Operating Base (FOB) and manages its supply lines effectively, the potential for a far greater impact becomes apparent.
From this secure vantage point, forces can deploy heavy weaponry, such as mortars, and utilize explosives to rain devastation down upon enemy positions. This method transforms a localized skirmish into a wide-area suppression operation, creating a profound tactical shift on the battlefield.
The viability of this strategy hinges on logistical readiness. Building and sustaining such an operation demands careful planning, sufficient supplies, and a high degree of security for the base. It requires a commitment that moves beyond individual skill and into coordinated, sustainable firepower.
Mastering the art of indirect fire is not just about deploying weapons; it is about understanding the geometry of the conflict and leveraging logistical superiority to turn safe havens into strategic launchpads. It is the difference between winning a fight and dictating the terms of engagement.
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