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Tango0117 Oct 2014 11:11 a.m. PST

"Chain of Command requires the use of a number of markers or 'counters' to keep track of what troops are doing. You can purchase a perfectly usable set of plastic tokens from TFL. These do the trick admirably but I prefer to create my own more scenic versions – if possible.

When troops are moving 'tactically' they are moving more slowly in order to make the most of any cover. In game terms this means they have an improved cover save. To represent this I've made a small set of scenic features to place in front of the troops to indicate this 'tactical' status.

First, some bullet riddled corrugated iron for when troops are moving amongst buildings…"

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warhawkwind19 Oct 2014 8:11 a.m. PST

great idea. I'll have to steal that!

Tango0119 Oct 2014 9:03 p.m. PST

Glad you enjoyed it my friend.

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Lion in the Stars20 Oct 2014 7:56 p.m. PST

I'm always game for more 3d marker ideas, Armand.

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