Tbilisi bridges?

[Ripcord]

What is the name of that river in Tbilisi? Is it the Mtkvari River?

 

I was working on some mission templates involving this city last night, and I came to the realization that there are only 3 bridges across that river within the city itself. There is a bridge on the north end of town at Zages, which is a fourth bridge and really outside of town. And you cannot cross the river in an APC or other vehicle, not unless you are about 3-4 miles SE of Soganlugi airport.

 

Imagine a scenario in which you are a NATO force defending against a Russian offensive force pushing south into this city. With only 3 bridges on this map, right in the center of town, near those big stadiums, you would damn sure what to defend those (in reality there are at least 10 bridges -- according to Google Maps at least). You would want to be damn sure you are able to get to and from those airports, as well, in order to defend those. Very intriguing tactical situation.

 

Also noted that the US Embassy is located way up on the NW side of town, on the west bank of the river, in Digomi. That might be tough to defend as well.

 

I think this would be an incredible artillery battle, given all the high ground surrounding the city. Units moving into the city itself would likely get pounded by arty positions in the hills. That might be a fun and challenging scenario for both sides to play in this sim.

[dooom]

Hey rip,

 

I actually created a few missions around Tbilisi in my karabakh campaign. That would definately be an awesome location for a CA battle. The hills to the sw give a great vantage overlooking the city and to even launch on the enemy. Hills further west are prime for arty. To the south the forests open for some neat scenarios too

[Ripcord]

You might need to update your campaign for CA then!

[dooom]

I've been thinking about it... There could e some nice jtac roles etc.

 

Ultimately your idea is pretty kick areas an area control mission.