Small Unit Tactics: Volume #2

Small Unit Tactics #2

by Alexander Romanov

MP3 CD Format

Echo has landed on his feet after finding himself in a mysterious other world with tens of thousands of gamers, and forms a close-knit unit of people like him. Echo's fighters quickly level up and get ahead of everyone else, instilling fear in their enemies and winning the respect of their clan members.

But much remains unclear. Where is he, and what is this world? Who are the mysterious "arbiters" enforcing the rules of the game? What role does the local population play in all this? How deep can he delve into the underground realm full of unspeakable monsters?

Complicating matters, the rules of the game suddenly start to change. The clans are faced with real and present danger like never before. If a faction's city is captured by an enemy and the three artifacts in the city's chapels are destroyed, that faction will be eliminated. Their players will die--and this time, it's real and final!

Echo and his team are chosen to lead their city's defense and come up with a strategy to win the war against the other factions. It's a momentous and difficult task, with thousands of lives hanging in the balance.

1 pages, Audio CD

Published May 4, 2021

About the author

Alexander Romanov is a sci-fi/fantasy author from Saint Petersburg. At first glance, his early life was nothing out of the ordinary: an unremarkable childhood, then school and higher education. He studied at the Polygraphic Institute, where he was drawn to the printed word and earned a degree in printing production technology, a field he still works in to this day. But this ordinary man also has some extraordinary talents.

His first forays into writing as a hobby brought him near instant acclaim from readers. Mainstream publishers discovered him soon after, and his work started showing up in bookstores. What really stood out about his books were the precise, expertly rendered descriptions of close combat weapons and their use. This is another of his hobbies, these deadly weapons: his passion for historical fencing and experience in battle reconstructions brings his in-depth, first-hand knowledge of melee combat to the forefront. He’s a master of both sword and pen.

While not willing to constrain himself to a single genre, his greatest commercial success has been in LitRPG. His two-volume set Small Unit Tactics has become a cult favorite, with fans begging him to continue the series. However, he has stated that the work will stand alone, with no sequels planned. Alexander is consistently one of the top ten authors on the largest Russian self-publishing portal, and he continues to delight readers with new releases each year.

Reviews

[Akshay · Rating 2 out of 5]

"Small Unit Tactics: Volume #2" by Alexander Romanov is a book that falls short of expectations, especially when considering its importance and potential value to readers interested in the subject matter. While it may contain valuable information, the book suffers from several shortcomings.

One of the main issues with this volume is its lack of organization and clarity. Tactical manuals should ideally present information in a structured and easily digestible format, ensuring that readers can readily apply the knowledge presented. Unfortunately, this book struggles in this regard. It appears disorganized and lacks a coherent flow, which can make it challenging for readers to follow the content effectively.

The writing style and language used in the book are less reader-friendly than what is typically expected in instructional or educational materials. The use of jargon and complex terminology without clear explanations may alienate readers who are not already well-versed in the subject matter. A good instructional manual should be accessible to a wide range of readers, from beginners to experts, and this book misses the mark in that regard.

Another issue is the lack of visual aids or illustrations. In many tactical manuals, diagrams, images, and illustrations play a crucial role in helping readers understand and apply the concepts being discussed. The absence of such visual aids in this volume is a significant drawback, as it hinders the ability to visualize and grasp the tactical concepts being presented.

The book also could benefit from real-world examples or case studies to illustrate the principles it discusses. Practical applications and scenarios would help readers see how the tactics described can be used effectively in various situations.

In conclusion, "Small Unit Tactics: Volume #2" by Alexander Romanov is a book that, while potentially containing valuable information, struggles with organization, clarity, and accessibility. Tactical manuals should aim to instruct and guide readers effectively, but this volume may leave many readers feeling confused or frustrated due to its lack of structure and visual aids. For those interested in studying small unit tactics, there may be better resources available that offer a more user-friendly and educational experience.

[Travis · Rating 3 out of 5]

I received a review copy of this book.
I liked this book. It took me a couple months to complete it, but that wasn't because of the book, it was because I kept forgetting I had it. :)
That shouldn't be construed to say it was a bad story. I liked it, and although the author says there aren't more in the series, I'd not object to reading more if there were. It's a decent story, and it's fairly well told, though I have to take exception with calling uniques the boss monster helpers. This must be a translation error, because in all the games I've played, a unique was a mob/object that only had a single copy anywhere in the game, (thus it's unique status). Otherwise though, I thought the story was well done, and I can easily recommend it to Lit RPG fans.

[Ray Ritchey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Intriguing!

I can see why it’s a classic.

Too bad the author is not willing to write a book 3, but regards the series as completed.

Great read!