Respectfully if we are suggesting a new naval unit I would suggest destroyer class flotillas. I propose the following stats:
a. Speed - same as a light cruiser.
b. Ranged attack - 0
c. Close in combat - these ships have smaller guns than the cruisers so destroyers only attack when they are in the same spot as an enemy. This reflects the 4 inch or 5 inch guns and torpedos. The rating would be a 5.0
d. Anti-Air defense - 1.0
e. Anti-Sub attack - 5.0 Note: WW1 destroyers did not have sonar. If they could spot a sub on the surface they would attack with their guns to drive it under the sea then pound it with depth charges. So even with destroyers around, if the sub does not attack, the subs remain unseen.
Hit Points - 4.0
Advantages:
1. convoy escort vessels.
2. They are cheaper than cruisers.
3. Level 1 factory can build them in a day.
Thoughts everyone and thank you for your time ![]()