Tactics based on LoS

When the Confederates arrive at the battlefield with a lack of cavalry and many ridges ahead, they cannot see very far (as is true historically). On the contrary, the Union army controls the hills and has better visibility over the map with their Videttes searching for enemy movements. Cavalry is more mobile, so it can remain at the edges of the enemy’s forces, providing information for your army.



Another useful tactic is to place artillery batteries on ridges and hills to gain a wider view of the battlefield and be able to bombard the enemy from a distance. Losing the high ground can result in a decreased visibility of the battleground and reduced artillery effectiveness, as most of your cannons will not be able to aim directly at enemy forces.

LoS also gives you the ability to conceal your reserves behind hills, forested areas and houses. For instance, you can conceal part of your forces behind a ridge like Cemetery Ridge while fighting takes place on the other side. At the right moment, you can bring your fresh reserves to support your lines. You can even ambush your opponent because the LoS impacts the AI in the same way as you, so AI forces will not know exactly where your hidden forces are.

