Nemesis: Battle of Păuliș
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Another week, another Nemesis DLC option! We will be presenting two real archrivals with the newest choice, Nemesis: Battle of Păuliș.
Returning to the Eastern Front, let’s welcome to the stage two former Axis allies: Hungary versus the recently turned Romania. These frenemies have some serious scores to settle!
Before we go on, a little reminder:
Our second Nemesis DLC, Nemesis: Lvov Offensive, launches today for €4.99 / $4.99! This Nemesis DLC contains the German 20. Panzergrenadier-Division and the Allied 10th Guards Tank Corps, bringing new units such as the heavy tank destroyer Elefant, the unique Bef. Tiger (P) and Bef. Panzer V/IV tanks, Muniwagen Panzer III, Flakpanzer T-34(r) and Flakpanzer Panther, and captured T-5 Pantera.
[h2]The History of Nemesis: Battle of Păuliș[/h2]
If you have played our Steel Division 2 - Black Sunday History expansion, you might know the historical context behind this Nemesis DLC.
After the disastrous summer of 1944, which saw a full Soviet invasion breach the frontier en masse, the Romanians switched sides under King Michael’s direction. These were chaotic times indeed, with Romania finding itself at war with both the Allies and the Axis for a brief period.
Official recognition by the Allies of Romania’s about-face only occurred in mid-September. By this time, German troops were in full retreat, the Red Army continued its advance across the country, and Hungary and Romania were at each other’s throats… again. Romania had lost most of Transylvania to their neighbor and bitter enemy in 1940. Being puppet regimes under the iron fist of Hitler’s Germany, both countries were forced to coexist during the early war years, but these old grievances remained just under the surface.
As soon as Romania broke from the Axis, Hungary saw an opportunity to control the rest of Transylvania … and invaded. In the middle of September, a Hungarian armored spearhead made up of 1. Páncélos Hadosztály (1st Armored Division) advanced toward the village of Păuliș in western Romania.
Having finally recognized Romania as an ally, the Soviet (Stavka) realized that securing the Transylvanian passes before any Axis troops was of the utmost priority. Caught in the middle was the Romanian Army, scattered, deeply in chaos, and unable to reposition themselves in time. That meant that the local defenders of Păulis had to take care of themselves.
A provisional Romanian battlegroup - Detașamentul Păuliș - featuring recruits and cadets from a nearby NCO school, reinforced with a heavy artillery battalion, made their improvised stand.
Against all odds, the determined cadets fought off numerous Hungarian infantry and tank assaults over the next couple of days. The fighting was vicious with counter-attacks, heavy bombardments, house-to-house combat. After three days, relief came in the form of a Soviet motorized infantry column. By September 19th, Detașamentul Păuliș finally pushed the Hungarian force back to their original positions and subsequently forced them to retreat from the area.
[h2]What will Nemesis: Battle of Păuliș feature?[/h2]
Nemesis: Battle of Păuliș will feature two unusual battlegroups from two minor nations, one of which was featured on the Axis side previously.
Not only that, but the Nemesis DLC will also include two new Aces: taking to the skies for the Allies, the Romanian pilot Dan Vizanti with over 100 combat missions and 16 victories, will deploy with his IAR-81C fighter. For the Axis, the Hungarian tank commander Lt. Kőszeghy Barnabás with his StuG III G, from the attached 7th Assault Gun Battalion, will be featured.
[h3]1. Páncélos[/h3]
1. Páncélos Hadosztály was the 1st Armored Division of the Royal Hungarian Army. By 1943, this division was a shadow of its former self, shattered by the Eastern Front’s heavy fighting. Given a low priority for reinforcements and replacement tanks, the formation was mostly used as a training unit.
In September 1944, the 1. Páncélos was activated to combat status, and its tank strength had been brought up to around 250 vehicles - all of them of indigenous Hungarian origin.
[h3]Detașamentul Păuliș[/h3]
Although classified as Romanian, the Detașamentul Păuliș is actually closer to a mixed Soviet-Romanian division. Due to the historical background, the formation will be a locked battlegroup. This means certain units will only be made available in select Combat Phases. Basically, the Romanian units in Detașamentul Păuliș will be deployable from the beginning, while Soviet units will deploy later.
[h2]Nemesis DLC explained[/h2]
Nemesis: Battle of Păuliș is the second option of run 4 of our Nemesis DLC concept. How does this whole thing work again?
In case you’ve forgotten:
[h2]Coming up next![/h2]
Let us know what you think. We love to hear from our community. Reach out to us via our Steam forums and Eugen forums, or keep an eye out on our social channels (Facebook and Twitter). Looking for an online game? Check out the kick-ass Discord server or Reddit page.
See you on the battlefield, commander!
Another week, another Nemesis DLC option! We will be presenting two real archrivals with the newest choice, Nemesis: Battle of Păuliș.
Returning to the Eastern Front, let’s welcome to the stage two former Axis allies: Hungary versus the recently turned Romania. These frenemies have some serious scores to settle!
Before we go on, a little reminder:
Our second Nemesis DLC, Nemesis: Lvov Offensive, launches today for €4.99 / $4.99! This Nemesis DLC contains the German 20. Panzergrenadier-Division and the Allied 10th Guards Tank Corps, bringing new units such as the heavy tank destroyer Elefant, the unique Bef. Tiger (P) and Bef. Panzer V/IV tanks, Muniwagen Panzer III, Flakpanzer T-34(r) and Flakpanzer Panther, and captured T-5 Pantera.
[h2]The History of Nemesis: Battle of Păuliș[/h2]
If you have played our Steel Division 2 - Black Sunday History expansion, you might know the historical context behind this Nemesis DLC.
After the disastrous summer of 1944, which saw a full Soviet invasion breach the frontier en masse, the Romanians switched sides under King Michael’s direction. These were chaotic times indeed, with Romania finding itself at war with both the Allies and the Axis for a brief period.
Official recognition by the Allies of Romania’s about-face only occurred in mid-September. By this time, German troops were in full retreat, the Red Army continued its advance across the country, and Hungary and Romania were at each other’s throats… again. Romania had lost most of Transylvania to their neighbor and bitter enemy in 1940. Being puppet regimes under the iron fist of Hitler’s Germany, both countries were forced to coexist during the early war years, but these old grievances remained just under the surface.
As soon as Romania broke from the Axis, Hungary saw an opportunity to control the rest of Transylvania … and invaded. In the middle of September, a Hungarian armored spearhead made up of 1. Páncélos Hadosztály (1st Armored Division) advanced toward the village of Păuliș in western Romania.
Having finally recognized Romania as an ally, the Soviet (Stavka) realized that securing the Transylvanian passes before any Axis troops was of the utmost priority. Caught in the middle was the Romanian Army, scattered, deeply in chaos, and unable to reposition themselves in time. That meant that the local defenders of Păulis had to take care of themselves.
A provisional Romanian battlegroup - Detașamentul Păuliș - featuring recruits and cadets from a nearby NCO school, reinforced with a heavy artillery battalion, made their improvised stand.
Against all odds, the determined cadets fought off numerous Hungarian infantry and tank assaults over the next couple of days. The fighting was vicious with counter-attacks, heavy bombardments, house-to-house combat. After three days, relief came in the form of a Soviet motorized infantry column. By September 19th, Detașamentul Păuliș finally pushed the Hungarian force back to their original positions and subsequently forced them to retreat from the area.
[h2]What will Nemesis: Battle of Păuliș feature?[/h2]
Nemesis: Battle of Păuliș will feature two unusual battlegroups from two minor nations, one of which was featured on the Axis side previously.
Not only that, but the Nemesis DLC will also include two new Aces: taking to the skies for the Allies, the Romanian pilot Dan Vizanti with over 100 combat missions and 16 victories, will deploy with his IAR-81C fighter. For the Axis, the Hungarian tank commander Lt. Kőszeghy Barnabás with his StuG III G, from the attached 7th Assault Gun Battalion, will be featured.
[h3]1. Páncélos[/h3]
1. Páncélos Hadosztály was the 1st Armored Division of the Royal Hungarian Army. By 1943, this division was a shadow of its former self, shattered by the Eastern Front’s heavy fighting. Given a low priority for reinforcements and replacement tanks, the formation was mostly used as a training unit.
In September 1944, the 1. Páncélos was activated to combat status, and its tank strength had been brought up to around 250 vehicles - all of them of indigenous Hungarian origin.
- As an armored battlegroup, the 1. Páncélos relies for a bulk of its firepower on the Turan medium tank, both the 40mm and 75mm variants. Several Csaba armored cars, as well as a number of StuG III Gs from the independent 7th Assault Gun Battalion can be deployed.
- The light tank forces will be made up of Toldi tanks, including a new variant we’ll be introducing with this division: the Toldi III.
- Additionally, a sizable amount of versatile Nimrod self-propelled guns will be deployable. The formation’s AA forces are substantial, with the Nimrods backed up by towed Bofors 40mm guns. This greatly offsets the lack of planes, as the Hungarian Air Force was almost entirely absent from the battle.
- New infantry units will also be available in the 1. Páncélos, including Csendör (gendarmes), Mot. Árkászok (motorized pioneers) and Mot. Lövész (motorized riflemen). The latter will also include a Leader unit and a squad equipped with the Hungarian bazooka-like 44.M Kézi Rakétavető.
- Artillery and support units are very standard, with the anti-tank category being filled up with Panzerschreck squads, 40mm and 75mm towed anti-tank guns.
- While 1. Páncélos does not feature the most modern equipment, it’s tank forces are very strong, backed-up by exceptional anti-air units and decent infantry.
[h3]Detașamentul Păuliș[/h3]
Although classified as Romanian, the Detașamentul Păuliș is actually closer to a mixed Soviet-Romanian division. Due to the historical background, the formation will be a locked battlegroup. This means certain units will only be made available in select Combat Phases. Basically, the Romanian units in Detașamentul Păuliș will be deployable from the beginning, while Soviet units will deploy later.
- Detașamentul Păuliș will revolve mostly around its Elevi squads (NCO cadets), which form the core of its infantry. They will feature the Fanatical trait to represent their dogged resistance and spirited counter-attacks during the actual battle.
- Another new unit will be Artilersti, artillery crews pressed into a combat role. As they are provisional infantry, they carry the Disheartened trait.
- The battlegroup fields an entire heavy artillery battalion, which grants the Ob. M1913 105mm (Schneider 105mm) and Ob. M1934 150mm (Skoda 149mm).
- From Phase B onwards, the Red Army will enter the battlefield in the form of a motorized column. These include machine gun squads, mortars, anti-tank guns, etc. A tank brigade equipped with T-34/85 will also be available.
- This battlegroup’s recon forces will be average, with only a limited number of infantry scouts and motorized units (the latter courtesy of the Soviets).
- Detașamentul Păuliș shines with its infantry, with a large amount of choice, and a decent mix of the best Romania and the Red Army has to offer.
- There are few anti-tank guns and Soviet anti-air units, though the Romanian Air Force has deployed in numbers, providing heavy cover from the skies above.
[h2]Nemesis DLC explained[/h2]
Nemesis: Battle of Păuliș is the second option of run 4 of our Nemesis DLC concept. How does this whole thing work again?
- Nemesis: Storming Toulon is the first choice of run 4.
- Nemesis: Battle of Sandomierz Bridgehead is the first Nemesis DLC and available for free now! It features the 16. Panzerdivision and the 97th Guards Rifle Division from the Eastern Front, bringing a number of new units, including the most powerful German tank of World War II, the Königstiger (H).
- Nemesis: Battle of Rimini is our third Nemesis DLC. Once again voted on by the community, this Nemesis DLC takes its cue from the Italian front, bringing the 1. Fallschirmjäger-Division for the Axis, and the combined Allied battlegroup of the 2nd New Zealand Division with the 3rd Greek Mountain Brigade attached.
In case you’ve forgotten:
- Each Nemesis DLC will bring two new divisions (one from each side) and will feature new units, new weapons, new models, and maybe even new nations. They will be PAID.
- Each Nemesis DLC focuses on a new historical Theater of Operations (think engagement or battle) that was relevant and set in the summer of 1944. This could be the Eastern Front, could be the Western Front, could even be other interesting… locales.
[h2]Coming up next![/h2]
Let us know what you think. We love to hear from our community. Reach out to us via our Steam forums and Eugen forums, or keep an eye out on our social channels (Facebook and Twitter). Looking for an online game? Check out the kick-ass Discord server or Reddit page.
See you on the battlefield, commander!