It is the year 2009, and the world is a hotbed of global tensions. A newly rebuilt Russian army once again threatens eastern Europe. China is deploying massive forces along the Taiwan Strait and along its border with Vietnam. A coalition of Arab nations is threatening to wipe out Israel, while Bulgaria and Indonesia and are showing signs of expansionism. Meanwhile, a wave of coups and civil wars are threatening the stability of much of Africa and Latin America. And North Korea continues to import highly advanced missile technology. Very soon, at least one of these countries is going to strike, and the US or NATO will be forced to respond.

This is the setting for the Global Thunder MBX -- a combined-arms wargame played over the internet by fun-seeking wargamers from all over the world. This exercise will be conducted in three separate stages, beginning with global-level grand strategy and eventually working our way down to battalion-sized commands in a smaller, tactical arena. Players of all skill levels and wargaming interests are invited to join in the action. Lurkers are also welcome. You can even play a small role as a world leader! To sign up as a player, lurker or world leader, please go to the Recruiting Center and fill out the appropriate form.

For rules and guidelines on how to play this game, see the Global Thunder MBX Game Guide. If you are completely new to the MBX concept there is a MBX FAQ that should answer most of your questions. To read about past MBX games, check out the MBX Archive, in particular the archived web site and After Action Report for the Battle of Brunei MBX. (Take your shoes off and relax; it's a long read!)

This is the main page for the Global Thunder MBX wargame, where people can take command of a wide array of military forces, or just lurk and watch the war unfold. Click on the News button, above, to read the latest headlines, then click on the ENN logo to get the full story. For background information on the state of the world in the year 2009 (the year our scenario takes place), read the UN Study on International Affairs located in the Intel area. Game rules, reference materials and maps are also available at this site to explain how the game works and to help lurkers follow the campaign from the beginning of the war to its exciting conclusion.

This page also serves as the gateway to each team's headquarters page, where players and lurkers can obtain secret game materials such as official orders, maps, intelligence updates or any other sensitive information. To access your team's headquarters, click on the RESTRICTED AREA button, above, and enter your team password. (Make sure you click on the "Go" button in the password window, and not simply hit the Enter key). Passwords will change periodically throughout the exercise to ensure team security.

Scott Gainer's description of terms, concepts and game mechanics that will be used in the naval portion of this MBX. Recommended for any players commanding naval or air units who are not seasoned Harpoon players.

MAPS

Maps for this MBX will be made available to the public as they become declassified during the game. Players and Lurkers should check the map area at their team headquarters for any "classified" maps meant only for your team.

 

Strategic Maps

US Bases & Ports (CONUS)

US Ports of Embarkation

 

Tactical Maps

Map 500

Map 502

Map 505

Map 506

Map 507

Map 508

Map 509

 

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Scott Gainer's AAR for Stage I

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To join the game as a Player, Lurker or World Leader, just fill out the appropriate form below. Every effort will be made to place you in the game according to your preferences of command and branch of service. Most applications will be confirmed in 24 hours. So join up and ship out now!

The forms below will expedite the recruiting process and has the added advantage of being used later by your team captain to help him assign you to a command according to your interests and skills, as openings arise.

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