Hello everyone,
I’d like to present an interesting idea that could meaningfully strengthen the Japanese faction on the battlefield. Specifically, I’m talking about introducing the Japanese suicide rocket aircraft Yokosuka MXY-7 Ohka (“Cherry Blossom”).
How the Ohka Could Work In-Game
I imagine its implementation as a mixture of bomber mechanics and paratrooper mechanics:
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A warning alarm (similar to the bombing alert) would sound across the battlefield, notifying players of an incoming kamikaze threat.
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The Ohka would initially be attached to a Mitsubishi G4M bomber, which would fly over the battlefield for several seconds. This would work similarly to the paratrooper spawn mechanic — defenders would have a chance to react and possibly shoot down the bomber before the Ohka is released.
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Once released, things get serious: in reality, the Ohka could reach speeds of up to 900 km/h, making it extremely difficult to shoot down. The pilot would have one task only — crash into a ground target in a kamikaze attack.
Explosion Power
The Ohka carried 1,200 kg of explosives, which would result in an enormous detonation capable of destroying:
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heavily armored vehicles,
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large groups of infantry,
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fortified defensive positions.
Yes, it’s strong — maybe even borderline overpowered. But the Japanese faction is somewhat disadvantaged compared to the Allies, and soon also the Soviets. A special, one-shot weapon like this could provide the Japanese with a unique and historically accurate advantage.
Balancing Restrictions
To keep things fair and avoid excessive chaos, here are a few balancing ideas:
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Only one Ohka can be in the air at any given time.
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After it’s used, a cooldown prevents anyone else from spawning another for a certain period.
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The Ohka would appear only in late-war battles (BR IV–V).
This prevents half the team from gradual rushing in with Ohkas and turning the battlefield into complete madness.
Conclusion
What do you think?
Would you support adding the Ohka as a special Japanese kamikaze aircraft? I believe it would give Japan a unique tactical option while significantly enriching the gameplay and atmosphere of late-war battles.
Looking forward to hearing your thoughts!
- Yes
- No