Holmes & Attila
Attila, I couldn't help but notice your campaign's reliance on rapid movement. Have you considered the impact of supply lines?
Supply lines are not a weakness, they’re a tool to be used or cut. I move fast enough that my foes can’t even set up a depot before I hit their back. When I need them, I secure them; when I don’t, I sever them. That’s the way of a commander.
A swift commander indeed, Attila. Your ability to outpace logistics is a double‑edged sword; the speed that keeps your enemies off‑balance can also leave your own forces stretched thin if you don't keep an eye on the rear. Balance is key.
You’re right supply is a sword and a shield, but I only give them to those who serve my cause. If the rear falters, I either tighten it or cut it off entirely. Balance is for those who lack vision. I move, they follow.
If your vision is so clear, Attila, you should still make sure the rear isn't left starving; a single misstep can choke the whole machine. Even the fastest horse can’t outrun a well‑timed blockade.
I will keep my rear fed, but only if it keeps the horse running. If a blockade cuts off the feed, I cut the chain. Speed and supply, both must serve victory.