Cost of Naval Operations!

[Sheytan]

BEWARE! Do not assume naval operations are free to run, they apparently cost EP. I was shocked to see I was in deficit spending for BG after running a slew of operations with the english fleet. Be nice to know what the costs are, also what are the consequences of deficit spending in game? Anyone?

[calvinus]

Eh eh... Tamas will come soon on this point!

[Tamas]

Do not run into deficit! Not being able to produce ammunition is a horrible scourge! Allocate money for MUN production early on, and if you are not sure you will make it with your money, take up a loan with the political option.

[PhilThib]

Each fleet has a standard EP cost by itself (listed in the Fleet.xls file of each scenario), then the cost depends on the mission undertaken (see in NavalMissions.xls).

Check the DB for these.

On average:

Scouting fleets usually cost 2 EP to active
Main battle fleet: 3 EP
... smaller fleets cost 0 EP

Transport & Raid: 1 EP / mission
Control: 3 EP per mission

So sending the German High Seas Fleet + Scouting squadron on a North Sea control operation will cost 2 + 3 for fleets + 2*3 (2 fleets on mission) = 11 EP

[ambien]

speaking of naval operations, how does one convoy troops from GB to France (or elsewhere)? Also, can France convoy troops from Senegal to France? If so, how is this done?

Thanks!