Most of us never see Foreign Intervention, and therefore can’t plan for how to handle it. I am currently in a game where every FI roll has gone in favor of the rebels (which I’m playing), and so the game stands at FI=96 in L Aug 62, and is gaining 1 FI per turn, thanks to the CSA’s city VP advantage (47-41 at the moment). My opponent had to drop out, but Granitestater agreed to step in so we could bring this game to you as an AAR. We can see together what happens as FI unfolds. Like many of you, I was disappointed to see the GChristie-Leibstandarte AAR end early, so hopefully we can make up for it here.
My previous opponent must have had a clue about FI’s impact, as he has already positioned several union forces on the Canadian border, and has avoided any naval invasions so far. So, I suppose, the Union is as prepared as can be for the inevitable. He had even indicated he was looking forward to conquering Canada! Granitestater takes over in L Aug 62 and it's his turn.
Based on comments I've read elsewhere, I shouldn't expect actual FI even when the game hits 100, which should occur on the L Oct 62 turn. Should take several more turns - even 6 more months! In the meantime, we'll update you with what's going on, with an emphasis on some of the "little bonuses" that the Euros throw in the CSA's direction.
Maps as of start of L Aug 62:
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