First of all, a disclaimer. I do not own the Wichita, but I do have the Alaska. And from what I can tell, there is nothing special about the Wichita. Its just another island hugging American cruiser. The Alaska, on the other hand I've found can deal with anything as long as you play it aggressively. Fantastic American AP, HE for those pesky DDs, and they are no match with radar and hydro. As long as you can push, this ship is great fun play. Especially when you get to rush those campping Yamato's and other BBs