I received this letter just after the last issue of The Citadel went out. This sort of thing is beyond my knowledge, so / thought / would pose it to the readership in hopes someone might be able to help Jason out.)

Being ex-Navy (fourth generation) I have been in search of a realistic Modern and W.W. II naval combat system, as well as a modern armor system involving the US Army and the IDF (Israeli Defense Force). I'm picky when it comes to realism and detail. I believe that CIWS (Close-In Weapons System), or Phalanx, is underestimated, as are the M1A2 Abrams and the Mk III Merkava. I could go into depth about all three subjects but I won't right now.

Could you recommend any wargame systems that fit into the realistic, yet playable, category?