Take 2 - AAS-SCG IL-2 Tank Crew PvP Event - 'Battle for Gyrla' - Summer 41 - Sunday, Sept. 21st

[GenMarkof007]

We are happy to announce that we will have a TAKE 2 of the Battle for Gyrla - Sum 41. For this new event, we ask that all players swap to the other team, so that this is a new battle for everyone. If you are new to this event, don't worry, you will be able to choose a team.

Don't miss this Advance and Secure & SCG Tank Crew Event...
IMPORTANT:  You do not need to own the new IL-2 module, Odessa - Leningrad, to play this mission.
 

Date & Time: Sunday, Sept 21st (your time zone will be shown after signing up on AAS Discord)
Discord for coms:  AAS (Advance and Secure)
Event Server: will be confirmed on the day of the event.

To register, please confirm your interest (register) in the AAS Discord invitation.

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You can find more information about the event on the Advance and Secure Discord - Events channel!

https://discord.gg/Mz62fU6qut?event=1411724190989422694

 

Important: For this mission, we will have tanks and planes: 
* Planes are essential for completing the side mission (Para Drop) and covering ground troops (Tanks), so please try to work as a team to protect the Para Drop near the Battle zone.
 

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This event is open to all IL-2 Great Battles pilots & Tank Crew players (tankers and crews).
Please spread the word to all Pilots and Tankers players you may know!
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Tank and plane Skins:

For this event, we recommend downloading the following "Skins Pack": Advance and Secure (AAS) and the SCG Tank Regiment available on HSD (Haluter's Skin Downloader). Skins for this new battle (Finnish-Russian)! Be sure to download the latest skins package with HSD (Haluter Skins Downloader).

Cheers,
GenMarkof007
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Edited September 19 by GenMarkof007

[GenMarkof007]

The short storyline of the Battle for Gyrla!
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Take 2 - AAS-SCG Tank Crew PvP Event on the NEW Odessa Map!
Fictional Battle for Gyrla, Finnish-Russian War - Summer '41 (WWII)

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In the summer of 1941, amidst the forests and rivers in eastern Finland, the small village of Gyrla became the focal point of a fierce armoured confrontation. The Finnish 303rd Panzer Division, a highly mobile unit recently equipped with captured and German-supplied Pz II and Stug III tanks, was tasked with holding the eastern flank of the Karelian region. Despite being outnumbered, their knowledge of the rugged terrain and defensive ingenuity made them a formidable force.

 

On July 20th, 1941, the 20th Russian Armoured Brigade launched a determined assault from the east, spearheaded by T-34 and KV-1 tanks, supported by motorized infantry and artillery. Their goal: to punch through the Finnish lines and seize Gyrla, a key logistical point on the road to Lake Ladoga.
 

The Finnish defenders, entrenched in the pine-covered ridges and camouflaged in hidden bunkers, used ambush tactics to devastating effect. Under the command of Colonel Antti Vanhala, the 303rd coordinated a counter-attack with Panzer III tanks and repurposed Soviet armour, striking the Russian flanks as they attempted to push into the village.

 

Good Luck to all pilots and tankers! 
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Mission conditions:
 

We ask that all players switch teams from the team they were in at the last event. For new players, we will try to equalize teams in numbers, so that the battle is more fun!

 

Weather Report:
 

- Temp: 24 °C, Clouds: Overcast - Stratocumulus and Altostratus,
- Cloud Cover: from 600m to 6000m,
- Wind strength on the ground is 0.9 m/s from 92 degrees (Wind from the East).,
- Visibility: Moderate to Good -  Moderate Rain,
- Road Condition: Moderate,

- July 20th, 1941 - 1030 hours.
- Mission duration: 3 hours + 10 minutes at the start (waiting time before the start signal)

- NO Intel available for the commanders (weather didn't help!)
- Please wait for the start signal and message before rolling out of the tank bases or the Airfields.
- Tankers must be at all times inside the Black Zone for Tank Battles. Please spread the word if you see one of the tankers on your side not respecting this rule!

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Cheers,
GenMarkof007
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Edited Saturday at 04:08 PM by GenMarkof007

[GenMarkof007]

Some new updates of the Battle for Gyrla - Summer 1941!
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Take 2 - AAS-SCG Tank Crew PvP Event on the Odessa Map!
Fictional Battle for Gyrla, Finnish-Russian War - Summer '41 (WWII)

Date: Sunday, September 21st, at 7:00 p.m. Paris Time (1 pm EST NA).
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Here are a few modifications for the TAKE 2 event:
 

• Each player is asked to switch sides from the previous event.,
• The Li-2 (Para Drop) has been replaced with the C-47A (Para Drop), which is easier to take off from short runways.,
• The LaGG-3 S has been added to the Allied side.,
• The BF109 E7 has been added to the Axis side.,
• The para drop target has been changed for both sides (always near the main Battle zone).,
• The weather will be adjusted at the last minute, differing from the last forecast.,
• The random flag area will also be modified for this event.,
• Additional small modifications will be made as needed.

 

We aim to reach around 40 players or more, so please spread the word to all your friends! Everyone is welcome to join us.

 

Good Luck to all pilots and tankers! 
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Cheers,
GenMarkof007
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Edited September 9 by GenMarkof007

[GenMarkof007]

Tanks and Planes of the Battle for Gyrla!
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Take 2 - AAS-SCG Tank Crew PvP Event on the NEW Odessa Map!
Fictional Battle for Gyrla, Finnish-Russian War - Summer '41 (WWII)

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Finnish Tank Set for this Battle!
Not shown, 2 x Panther, available only if the side mission is completed.


Finnish Plane Set for this Battle!
Numbers are limited (*5 planes per fighter type), and there are only 12 Para Drop planes. Be very careful with them!

 

Russian Tank Set for this Battle!
Not shown, 2 x Su-152, available only if the side mission is completed.


Russian Plane Set for this Battle!
Numbers are limited (*5 planes per fighter type), and there are only 12 Para Drop planes. Be very careful with them!



*The I-153 is only available if you have bought the latest module, IL-2 Odessa - Leningrad.

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Cheers,
GenMarkof007
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Edited Saturday at 05:11 PM by GenMarkof007

[GenMarkof007]

S! All IL-2 Tankers and pilots, the next AAS-SCG PvP TC Event will occur: 
Sunday, September 21st, at 1:00 p.m. (EST)- NA.

--- A few questions and answers to help you with your first time in the PvP TC Event ---


Q1: At what time should I get on AAS Chat Discord? A: Each team (player) should be online on the AAS Team Chat Discord at least 15-20 minutes before the start of the event so that you can organize and talk strategy. We might wait a few minutes so that we have enough tankers to start the mission. Thanks for your understanding.

Q2: What must I do when I spawn inside the mission? A: When you enter the mission, please zoom the map area so that you can see the Tank spawns (or Airfield) and select the one you want to spawn in. Be careful, if you spawn on the wrong side, a penalty of 120 minutes (2 hours) will be incurred to respawn on your own side.

Q3: When I spawn, where do I go for the Battle (after the mission start signal)? A: When you spawn, you will see base signs. Just follow the arrows. If you see signs (Do not pass = noway), that means this is not the way to the Battle.

Q4: How do I repair, refuel or rearm (RRR)? A: For tankers, locate the blue smoke for Axis forces or the red smoke for Allied forces at each tank spawn point, and then stop your engine near that area. The airfields use yellow smoke for RRR. Please keep in mind that it is not possible to re-arm (add parachute troops), so complete your flight and then take a new parachute drop plane. Your plane will reappear on the list of available planes.

Q5: Why do I need to stay in the Black Zone Area? A: Since the main task for the Axis is to defend the flag and for the Allies to take it, this will give you enough space for the main battles. Be careful, even in the black area, you may have AI AT guns in each zone near enemy spawns. If you stay inside the town area, you won't be shot by AT guns, just by enemy tanks! 

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Q6: Why is the flag not moving when I am beside it? A: If the flag is not moving, a good chance an enemy tank is near the radius of the flag. You need to eliminate it before the flag can move.

Q7: Why is the flag moving very slowly? (not like on other MP servers) A: The overall time that the flag needs to be taken by the Allies is around 15-17 minutes, so that the Axis may counter that attack and retake the flag.
 

Q8: Why do I need to download the skin packs on HSD? A: These skin packs (AAS) and (SCG) are made to have a more immersive time when tanking or flying in multiplayer missions or PvP TC events. Also, most tank skins are made by the IL-2 Tank Crew community.

 

Q9: Why am I always getting disconnected from the server? A: If your PING (Internet connection) is too high, you might get disconnected. We are trying our best to have a tick delay lower than 7, which helps the CPU on the server!

 

Q10: Why are we using this tank set? A: For each (PvP Event), we are trying to find the tanks that will fit the best with the scenario. As you know, the numbers and types of tanks are very limited in the IL-2 Tank Crew module.

 

Q11: Why fictional battles? A: We are always looking for interesting new missions for our TC PvP Event. Many times, we have to design a fictional battle since we lack missions, maps, tanks, planes, and much more!

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Q12: The parachute drop planes on each side do not carry the same number of parachutes.? A: However, we calculated the percentages based on the number of parachutes in each plane, ensuring that both sides achieve the same number of drops to reach 100%. Fighters should try to escort and protect the Parachute Drop planes. Each side only has 12 Para Drop planes. 

 

Q13: Why didn't my last para drop change the percentage for my team? A: Be very careful; the area for the para drop is quite challenging. If you drop your parachute team over water or forested regions, they may not survive, and you won't receive any percentage for that drop. All of your para needs to land safely to update your score (%).

Q14: The Russian Airfield runway seems a bit short for the C-47A? A: To assist with the C-47A's takeoff, we have removed some plane bunkers to extend the runway length. We conducted several tests, and the C-47 can take off using three-quarters of the runway. Make sure to familiarize yourself with all the planes that are available for your team.

 

Q15: Why are some of the mods locked for tanks and planes? A: Since this is primarily a Tank Crew mission, we have decided to restrict the use of the big bombs for planes. Additionally, we have limited certain modifications, such as smoke mortars for German tanks. If you do not need a mod (available), you can uncheck it.

Q16: If I'm not able to play the complete 3 hours? A: No worries, just let your commander know. That way, he might use another strategy when you leave. We kindly request that most players stay the full 3 hours so that you can support your team until the end.

Q17: Can we give some comments after the event? A: Absolutely, we will conduct a post-mortem meeting with all participants in the Bar-English channel on AAS Discord. Everyone is welcome to join us. Please be mindful when sharing your thoughts, whether they are positive or negative, as this will be very helpful!

 

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Cheers,
GenMarkof007
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Edited September 19 by GenMarkof007

[GenMarkof007]

----- Important tips for the Allies - for Sunday, Sept 21st Event -----
 

1- When selecting your side... be careful, a penalty of 2 hours is given to anyone spawning on the wrong side!!!

2- When spawning, please wait the 10-minute waiting time until the siren signals the start of the mission, and you can move at that time.

3. For tank battles, you must remain within the Black Zone on the in-game map at all times. You can view your tank icon by zooming in on the map.
4. After the game starts, you need to locate and capture the flag located in the Village of Gyrla.
5. For the side mission, you must drop 100% of your Para Drops to acquire two heavy tanks (2 x Su-152).
6. You will have a total of 16 Para Drop planes for this side mission. Be sure to return to the Airfield by landing to complete the mission. Note that you cannot re-arm the paratroopers at the Airfield; return the plane, and it will be available again in the listing. Do not drop Para over the forest, they might die!

7- If the Allies take the flag until they get a winning message, they will win the Battle of Gyrla!

 

 

----- Important tips for Axis - for Sunday, Sept 21st Event -----

1- When selecting your side... be careful, a penalty of 2 hours is given to anyone spawning on the wrong side!!!

2- When spawning, please wait the 10-minute waiting time until the siren signals the start of the mission, and you can move at that time.

3- For tank battles, you must remain within the Black Zone on the in-game map at all times. You can view your tank icon by zooming in on the map.
4. After the game starts, you need to locate and defend the flag located in the Village of Gyrla.

5. For the side mission, you must drop 100% of your Para Drops to acquire two heavy tanks (2 x Panther).
6. You will have a total of 12 Para Drop planes for this side mission. Be sure to return to the Airfield by landing to complete the mission. Note that you cannot re-arm the paratroopers at the Airfield; return the plane, and it will be available again in the listing. Do not drop Para over the forest, they might die!

7- If the Axis defend the flag (Village of Gyrla) for 3 hours, they will win the Battle of Gyrla!

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**Important Tips Before the Event:**

Here are some helpful reminders to prepare you for the day of the event:

- Please download the skin packs for AAS (Advance & Secure) and SCG (SCG Tank Regiment) from HSD. This will ensure you have the latest skins for both the Allied and Axis factions, including the new Finnish skins for the Axis planes.
- Make sure to join the AAS Discord at least 15-20 minutes before the event. This will allow you to connect with your team, discuss the overall strategy, and obtain the password for the event.
- The weather will only be confirmed on the day of the event. The latest front report indicates it should be very cloudy, with a possibility of rain.
- The mission will last for 3 hours, with an additional 10 minutes of waiting time before the start signal.
- No intelligence (recon photos) will be available to commanders due to unfavourable weather conditions.
- Please wait for the official start signal and message before departing from the tank bases or airfields.
- Tankers must remain within the Black Zone during Tank Battles. If you notice a tanker on your side not adhering to this rule, please help spread the word.
- The pontoon bridge near the Village of Gyrla is off-limits for attacks.
- Multicrewing is allowed; please ask for permission before entering any tank on your side as a crew member.
- For this event, we request that grass is set to ON, ensuring all tankers have an equal playing field.
- You will only see your own parachute drop zone on the in-game map, as this has been modified from the last event.
- Stay tuned for any other late info from the Battle Zone...

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For more info, tips, tanks and plane skins, please read above.
And good luck!

Cheers, GenMarkof007

Edited September 16 by GenMarkof007

[GenMarkof007]

----- Important tips for Pilots (Allies and Axis) - for Sunday, Sept 21st Event -----
 

1. At each airfield, you will find the following: landing fires, landing markers, a runway indicator line, an airfield tower with a windsock, and many other items. When taking off, try to take a picture in your head of the surroundings, as this will help you return to it.
2. Please taxi to the landing fires (runway) before taking off.
3. When landing, select the side with the landing fires and markers. There will be two sections marked with yellow smoke where you can refuel, re-arm, and repair your aircraft.

4. We strongly recommend avoiding the enemy airfield, as anti-aircraft artillery (AAA) is very dangerous, and you may lose a plane unnecessarily. Instead, focus on assisting with the parachute drop and supporting ground troops (tanks).
5. Regarding the flak sectors on each side, we recommend staying away from them, as they are known to target and destroy enemy planes.

6. Given that the cloud level might be quite low for the event (latest weather report), exercise caution during parachute drops. Each drop zone is very hilly and surrounded by forests. Remember, if a paratrooper lands in the forest, they may not survive, and the drop will not count.
7. Ground troops (special units) are already deployed near the drop zone. They will assist you in determining where to drop your troops. A message will confirm when you get 100% of the drop done!
8. To return to base (airfield), look for city fires to help guide you home (always near the Airfield).
 

 

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For more info, tips, tanks and plane skins, please read above.
And good luck!

Cheers, GenMarkof007

[GenMarkof007]

---- Update - AAS-SCG PvP TC Event - this Sunday, Sept 21st ----

S! All pilots and tankers, the next AAS-SCG TC PvP Event is in two (2) days.
Date: Sunday, September 21st, at 7:00 p.m. Paris Time (1 pm EST NA).
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Latest modifications:
- Watch towers have been placed on hills near the Village of Gyrla for a better view for defenders.
- Finnish partisans have placed some tank traps (?) at the entrance of the Village.

Some TO DO before the event (if needed):
- Don't forget to get the latest skins pack (AAS and SCG) with the HSD app.
- Try to get on the AAS Discord around 15-20 minutes, so we can have the numbers to start the mission.
- The commanders will be able to give you the strategy for your side and the event password.

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If you have any questions, please start at the top of this post.
This should give you almost all the answers needed.
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Cheers, GenMarkof      

Edited Saturday at 01:37 AM by GenMarkof007

[GenMarkof007]

---- Last Update before TODAY - AAS-SCG PvP TC Event  ----

S! All, the next AAS-SCG TC PvP Event is this Sunday.
Date: TODAY - Sunday, September 21st, at 7:00 p.m. Paris Time (1 pm EST NA).
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To upgrade the challenge of tomorrow's event, here is the latest Weather Report of the region near Gyrla:

Weather Report:
 

- Temp: 24 °C, Clouds: Overcast - Stratocumulus and Altostratus,
- Cloud Cover: from 600m to 6000m,
- Wind strength on the ground is 0.9 m/s from 92 degrees (Wind from the East).,
- Visibility: Moderate to Good -  Moderate Rain,
- Road Condition: Moderate,
 

Last-minute checklist:
 

- Try to get on the AAS Discord around 15-20 minutes before the start.
- Get the latest skins pack (AAS and SCG Tank Regiment) using the HSD app.
- Take a few minutes to read about the mission, rules, and more by following the link below.
- Teams will be divided into E69 (Germans) and SCG (Allies), and we will assign the remaining players to ensure balanced teams.
- Due to the low number of fighters, we ask that pilots make their best effort to return the planes to base (RRR).
- Each side has only 12 Para Drop planes available. If you are unfamiliar with flying the JU52 or the C47, please refrain from operating them, as they are limited and non-renewable resources.
- Commanders (super-truite for Germans and SCG_JudgeDeath for Allies) will inform you of their plans and will provide the server password when it opens.

- Lastly, I will be available one hour before the event (for around 30 minutes) to answer any questions you may have in the AAS Discord (look for the Bar-English channel).
 

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If you have any questions, please start with this post (scroll to the top). This should provide you with all the answers, and it's designed for a very fast and easy-to-read format.
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Cheers, GenMarkof      
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Edited Sunday at 02:13 PM by GenMarkof007

[GenMarkof007]

---- PvP TC Event Winners - Axis (Finnish) ----

S! All, First of all, I want to congratulate the Finnish Axis for defending for more than 3 hours the village of Gyrla. Overall, I believe that most aspects of the event worked well. However, I took the comments given in the debrief after the event.
 

I want to thank all the players who participated today, and I truly hope to see you all for the next AAS-SCG TC PvP event. If possible, try to spread the word before our next event!
 

If you have any feedback, whether positive or negative, please share it in the AAS Discord - Event channel. 

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Cheers and thanks to all the pilots and tankers that came today! 
GenMarkof      
 
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[GenMarkof007]

---- AAS -SCG PvP TC Event - Battle for Gyrla - Summer 41 - Take 2 ----

YouTube Video from E69_Wildcat...
Escuadron 69
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"This is my little gift, the battle resume. I hope you enjoy.
Thanks for inviting us."
 

 

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Special thanks for this great video!
GenMarkof007
YouTube

Edited yesterday at 01:05 AM by GenMarkof007