M41, Patience is the key

[Dog Soldier]

I have to agree with the above comments. In shorter scenarios, (two days or less) resting the troops is not really a factor. In the long campaign games, it can make a great difference. As the attacker, one must remember to have a reserve, which can take over the attack "passing through" a worn division which can then get some needed rest and re-fit. Spreading your units across the front with no reserve to relieve the worn down units, is a sure way to eventually have a breakdown as the attacker or a game deciding break through if your defensing. Even a regiment held back in a key sector can buy some time to bring over more substantial reinforcements.

Grrrr points out an often overlooked feature. As commander, the player can withhold reinforcements off board. Say your opponent has driven past the point where your reinforcements come in. If you delay their entrance, you can force your opponent to slow his drive to cover his rear. This is far better than bringing those boys on the map to get cut off and slaughtered. Some players may forget and leave you with an opportunity or as the front moves on, weaken the guard now deep in their rear so you can bring on the reinforcements in a advantageous way. If this move can be co-ordinated with your own counter attack, you may throw the enemy off balance all together.

Some reinforcement schedules bring on troops slowly in small groups at the same point. Allowing this build off board, then bringing them in en mass can have different results.

Dog Soldier