Also, another question: Should I go for a fresh pio and keep the existing one 'on the line' when teching for T2. Asking specifically in the USF 1v1 context.
http://www.coh2.org/guides/44036/angoville-perspective#2215
You might find other guides but I dont think anyone made a guide about mines for every map but trust me mine placement comes with experience as you will learn to place mines better and can sense where they may be
of course on most maps roads are really good for placing mines
Mines well depending on the mine and what you want to hit you start getting a feel where to play them you cant just place them anywhere, place them in areas where vehicles go through alot, on flanks and bait able spots example a Stuart chasing a 222 you can use the 222 to bait him onto the tellar really its just the roads most used you place it on and as soon as he hits a mine he will be scared to do anything without a sweeper so you got the fear factor
I meant any examples with pictures/screenies? I know the general principles of mine placement, but some spots are always much sweeter, like behind a corner. I'd like to see if my own estimation of good spots is lacking or good which is why pics would help.
Edit: Also, ty for taking the time to post that, appreciate it nonetheless.
Now I'm feeling left out. Everyone else has Prostruppen
EDIT: Y'know, I'm really starting to wonder what the Ost winrate would be like without ostruppen.
Had a peek at the Allied strategy forums. Everyone is talking about either okw or ostruppen. As in ostruppen is the only major thing ost has going for it. Admittedly this what a very superficial skim shows, by no means did I plumb the threads.
I guess what I'm trying to say is that I'd rather desperately not be reduced to having to pick a specific commander to survive/win. Ostheer has always been the best 'core' faction.
Thanks so much for your tips. Yes I always rushed pak asap because of the fear of early stuart/AAHT and that always made it a struggle to hold map/fight. I will try out what you have suggested, and see how it goes. A bit concerned about relying on tellers for AT though, but will try.
Also, some further questions if I may:
1) Any specifics on teller placement, particularly specific to maps?
2) Any good replays on twitch with this strat? I'd like to watch some of the others do it so I can see the usual counterplays and plays, make me more comfortable in transitioning.
3) What's best first? Teller or healing bunker?
4) Would an early munitions cache work with this strat?