Japanese Oyodo-class AA Light Cruiser

Oyodo was a Japanese light cruiser designed with an unusually strong emphasis on reconnaissance-aircraft support and command functions. Her large afterdeck arrangements reflected the intended use of specialized seaplanes, but wartime priorities changed the way she was employed. She became associated with fleet headquarters duties and later Pacific operations. Describing the ship simply as an anti-aircraft cruiser overlooks the original scouting and command requirements that distinguished her from more conventional Japanese light-cruiser designs.

Scouting aircraft could provide information useful to forces operating beyond direct visual contact. The supporting ship required fuel, maintenance, handling arrangements, and recovery opportunities, so an aviation emphasis affected much more than deck appearance.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1936, Global Empires, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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