There are parts of the map that look like a straight scan or image from a copyrighted source. I'm rating it "Bad" in the sense that copyright infringement is bad for WarGear. I'll be happy to change my rating if the source is properly acknowledged or is shown to be in the public domain. Just send me a PM.
Marathon board! Looks good (a few tough borders) with basic gameplay and layout. Cards and elimination runs will probably become a factor in the end game, but good board for new players looking for the basic command and conquer map.
Being a bit of a defensive player,I rather like this board. It does tend to last a while, but with this many territories, anyone should realize that going into it. Final end will probably come down to card turn ins, but that's pretty common anyway (and if the card turn ins didn't get large, the board might never end).
Game play, unfortunately, is a bit of a different story. Expect a long, drawn-out game that ultimately comes down to card luck with psychotically high bonuses at the end.
I like this map very much, but first design was much better. For new player:
1st design - http://www.wargear.net/rest/GetBoardImage/171?boardmode=plain
2nd design - http://www.wargear.net/rest/GetBoardImage/428?boardmode=plain
3rd design (current) - http://www.wargear.net/rest/GetBoardImage/465?boardmode=plain