[IC] TW:epic fantasy

[oblivion6]

TW epic fantasy

please dont post here until i give the go ahead in the OOC. i am still setting this up with all the relevant info

assets

wealth
the vale:+++

[the vale is a land rich in natural resources. any faction who controlled this land would experience a drastic increase in their factions economic might]

merchants favor:++

[the zexan consortium is the richest merchant company in the world right now. anyone who can get on their good side would likely find the value of all their goods skyrocket as the merchants pull some strings to help out their friends]

black market:++++/(+-WO)

[it is amazing how much money illegal goods can fetch with the right buyers. anyone with a thriving underground market can find themselves very rich very fast, although at the risk of losing a few friends]

colonies: varys

[taking other lands as colonies is a great way to get rich. of course each land has its own resources so some serve better as colonies than others]

military
goblin hordes:varies

[various bands of goblinoids roam the many different lands. these goblin bands will sometimes choose to lend their swords to various causes]

dwarven arms:++

[the dwarves are some of the finest makers of arms and armor in the world. any army who was equipped with this fine gear would find it quite a boon]

magic
towers of the magi:+++

[there are atleast 3 towers of the magi scattered about the world,each full of wonderous secrets. anyone who controlled a tower would grealy benefit from the vast stores of magic within]

staff of the magi:++

[the staff of the magi is an artifact of immense power. a great benefit for any mage who had the ambition to seek the staff]

blood jar:+++(may only be applied to 3 actions)

[the blood jar is an ancient artifact that is full of blood mana taken from the ancient turanian mages of old. a worthy mage may draw power from the ancient blood of old, but only for a limited time as the mana stored in the blood will eventually deplete

[oblivion6]

it is springtime on the continent and the fate of the world is still uncertain 500 years after the shattering. people wake up everyday knowing that it may be their last day on earth... but life goes on

in the west

what is the latest news from the surrounding areas? the harmonioum empires military dictator of the western shores asked a small middle aged man, his chief of external affairs

the man clears his throat then replies the nagarean theocracy seeks allies against us as usual but we have managed to prevent an actual war so far. our ports have seen a suspiciously large number of merchant vessels arriving in the past few weeks. supposedly from some rising power in the western ocean. they are no great threat however.

excellent news. things are going much better than expected. soon we should be able to let the emperor himself visit his new holdings. how goes are campaign against the giants in the mountains?

the small mans eyes grow melancholy. not good. they have repulsed all of our attacks. we managed to avoid taking too many losses but they managed to get general brunae during the battle. what are your orders?

the dictator transcribes several documents and affixs his seal to them before responding i am sorry to hear about the general. pull all our forces back from the mountains we cannot afford to lose any more men right now. also i would like you to order the general staff to move fully half of the available legions to the dalmascan border. just in case the theocracy tries something.

yes my lord. the man says with a bow and withdraws from the room

in the south

her royal majesty, queen lymslea of the queendom of faluna sat in council with her top advisors. no! we can not afford to aid the theocracy in this matter. i would like to keep up diplomatic relations but we cant risk antagonizing the empire. see if we can aid them in another way the queen says to the assembled councilors

okay. i see your point. her elder brother conceded

there now that thats settled is there anything else that requires my attention? the queen said in a bored voice. she was never very comfortable in matters of state

her high commander, sir georg who was quiet up until that point spoke up there isnt really anything else going on at the moment. the rozarians are conducting war games but thats nothing new and the vale is quiet as usual. however we have been recieving disturbing reports of some sort of hellish cult to the south claiming land. they hav'nt been overtly hostile yet but all the same

the queen instantly perked up at that. mobilize the army then and have all fleets ready to sail down the feitas river at a moments notice. i want to see if we can resolve this peacefully though. perhaps these reports are exaggerated

in the east

bah!!! just mobilize the army and send those beasts back to whatever hell they came from. i refuse to let those damn goblins push us around!

the dwarf kings aide says right away my king. and with that he salutes and runs off

in the north

any other potential profitable oppurtunitys here in the north? the merchant prince kholad asks his wife, a slim half elf with thick blonde hair

his wife responds in a rich melodic voice quite a bit actually. apparently there are rumours of some sort of risen king back from the dead who is attempting to forge a empire for himself. i dont really believe that hes dead of course but it would be wise to keep a few eyes up there. i also sent a few people to check out that mine you asked me about. they managed to buy up the entire mining party right under their masters nose. in other news it turns out that the gnomes may have some competition from some forgotten race of trolls if you believe the rumours of drunk old men and the hive mind is doing nothing as usual

prince kholad laughed and said ha ha ha. quite a bit of unlikely news up here then. but i suppose we'll keep an eye out nonetheless

[Grimsage Matt]

In the Depths of Forge Citadel Col'Volac
The Thane is watching over the counsil of Deep lords, which is arguing the merits of contuined isolationisim, vurses returning to the world. The debating is fierce on both sides, With Templar Kol'rok as the leader for Isolationisim, to be free from the magicaly tainted surface dwellers, while Runelord Tolvxiv emerged as the leader of the remergence. "Enough. As this debate could rage on for weeks, we will do the following. We will send gifts to several nations, and await their response. If things go badly, we can always seal ourselves in here. We have heard rumors of the Fallen ones return, and several of our agents on the surface have identifed key markets. We will send them our tradtional gift." As the Thane orders it, they obey. Soon, Several Shields were being sent out.

To the mountin Trolls
At the Mountin Trolls main city, a Deep Troll appears. "Hail cousins! I wish to speak with your chief."

To the Queendom of Faluna
A troll, dressed in well made Grey sppears in one of your mines. Speaking broken trade tounge, it has a package that it wants to deliver to the queen.

To the Dwarven Alliance
A Troll in very well made clothes walks into one of your mines, and in Broken Trade tounge, calls itself a ambassador, and asks to see the king.

To the Risen
A Troll Appears on your borders, and speaks the tounge of your empire flawlessly, "Hail Risen Sons of the Fallen. We seek to renew our Freindship of old, from before you went down into deaths cold realm. I come bearing a Gift for your emporer."

To the Gnomes
A Troll shows up on your borders and is speaking a old form of gnomish.
"Hail tinkerfolk. We wish to forge new ties between our peoples, and come bearing a gift for your leader."

To the Zexan consortium
A troll appers in one of your mines, and in a broken form of trade speech, says it's a ambassador. It asks for a meeting with one of your leaders.

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire

Morale: +++++ ++-

To all(OOC):
Yes, Patria is a nation of fanatics, worshiping their god-emperor. I'll try to represent that in the roleplay.

In a bright land, within the White City, upon His golden throne, the Emperor watches over His people, holding them within His grey eyes.

From the effectively omnipresent eyes which are His sigil, the Emperor watches. From the Flesh Imperishable with which all Patrians are blessed, the Emperor protects.

From the endless pools of magic and will that the Emperor embodies, Patria is given the bidding of the Emperor, and the Emperor bids it to rise. So the Emperor has decreed. So it is, for in Patria, the Emperor is God.

Within the courtyard which rests beneath the Emperor's court, the doors to the Bottomless Tomb stand open. Within the afterlife, the dead hear the Emperor's call, and it is heeded. Stepping forth, one by one the countless dead receive the Gift of the Flesh Imperishable.

Praise and Glory to the Emperor, for He is Risen! By the Grace of the Emperor, Patria is Risen!. As the Emperor commands, so does Patria act! The Emperor has given His command, and all Patria shall hear it and grow great in His name!

To: The Grim

<OOC>I'm going to be using you to refer to the ambassador, and for no other purpose during this section. Hopefully that makes this a lot more readable.</OOC>

The robed Patrian which discovers you seems a little surprised, but then seems to recognize you. "Hail, friend of old. The Emperor would speak to you directly, if you are willing to come."

A faint golden glow seems to appear on the horizon, and you instinctively know that there is where the Emperor will be found.

To: The Venetian Isles

A tall man garbed in a robe of blackened silk arrives on the shore of one of the larger isles. It isn't certain how he got there, with no boat or other means of transport apparent. He is requesting an audience.


To: The Zexan Consortium

A large woman garbed in blue and black silk arrives in the city, and requests an audience. She is claiming ambassadorial status, though no nation is claimed yet.

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles
morale: +

Yet another session of the bickering council. Thinks Grand Admiral Antonio da Parma as he enters the Council Chambers. At least I should be able to unite them in their quest for wealth. I shouldn't have much trouble pushing through todays Agenda.

With his arrival everyone in the council chambers rises and offers a salute. Sloppy he thinks as he watches some of the councilmen. He returns the salute quickly, and moves to take his seat. After sitting through hours of internal troubles he finally finds an opening and motions for Caterina di Franco to speak.

Caterina rises and begins a presentation to the council, saying My fellow Councilors I would like to propose an update on our trading policy. Until now most of our trade has been focused on the nearby nations, however thanks to our new Cannons we now have the Naval power to defend longer trade routes to more distant nations. I propose to the council that we extend our hand to the Vale city-states and the Zexan Consortium.

Zevran, a council member with heavy interests in the merchants guilds immediatly rises and says I second this motion. Trade will greatly benefit our nation, and we should seek it wherever we can.

After some minor discussion on technicalities the council approves the proposal.

Antonio is pleasantly surprised that he did not have use his influence to pass the measure, but supposes that in matters of money the councilors are fairly level headed. Now comes the hard part He thinks to himself, before rising and saying The Navy of the League has decided that our new found naval power should be used to seek out unexplored island in the surrounding area. This promises to be a great was to expand our economy and increase our standing in the world. As such We propose allocating a third of our Naval resources to the finding of new colonies.

Zevran immediately leaps to his feet with a look of outrage on his face. A third! Our navy is all that keeps pirates from raiding our trade routes! and you propose to send them on a fools errand to find islands that may not even exist? How could you even think this.

Francisco Caravello slowly rises and in an almost bored tone says Sir I think you greatly underestimate the strength of our navy, although what else can you expect from someone who does nothing but lounge in his villa all day. This prompts some laughter, and after it dies down Caravello continues The navy has already destroyed the pirates in the area, you have nothing to fear from them. We can easily afford the losses, after all we have a greater navy than basically everyone on the planet, and unless we piss of the harmonium it looks like it will be staying that way.

The insult combined with the rational response and the obvious approval from the Grand Admiral is enough for the councilors to barely pass the vote, at which point Antonio breathes out a sigh of relief. He wasn't sure that measure would pass. Despite that he regretted having to go to Caravello for help. There would certainly be some payment at a later date.

The council continued debating trivial issues for another hour before the session ended and Antonio walked back to his office to speak with Caterina.

I appreciate that you were willing to go to Caravello. I know how unpleasant that must have been, given how at odds you two usually are. The islands we find should greatly increase our strength and position in the world.

Indeed, they will. Now I will write out a missive to the Harmonium, formally introducing us and our peaceful intentions. Hopefully they won't be to suspicious. I want you to write to the Vale, and the Consortium. Hopefully we can get some deals out of them.



To the Harmonium

To the duly appointed representatives of the Holy Harmonium Empire, I the Grand Admiral of the Venetian Naval League wish to formally offer greetings and open negotiations with your nation. Recently a great many of our merchant ships have been going to your empire to trade, as you have likely noticed. I wish to assure you that the Venetian Isles have no hostile intent, and merely wish to open friendly relations. Hopefully we can soon come to a mutually profitable arrangement. I understnad that you have recently come to acquire some new lands. Bringing these lands up to the high Harmonium standards will surely cost a good deal of money. I'm sure that the Venetian Isles can provide a good trading partner for the good you undoubtedly need. I sincerely hope that we can come to an agreement soon.

Antonio da Parma, Grand Admiral of the Venetian Naval League



To the Vale

To the representatives of the Vale city-states, I bring greetings from the Venetian Isles, and wish to negotiate a mutually beneficial proposal. With our expanded navy we are now capable of defending trade routes to more distant nation such as yourself, and wish to propose a trade agreement. We wish for the reduction of tariffs so that merchants will be able to trade more easily. We would both benefit immensely from this proposal. Your resources could benefit our nation immensely, and our trade relations could give you access to goods of supreme quality from all over the world. Surely you see the benefits that could be gained by this. We will be awaiting your response with anticipation.

Caterina di Franco, Minister of trade for the Venetian Naval League


To the Zexan Consortium

To the representatives of the Zexan Consotrium I bring greeting from the Venetian Isles, and wish to discuss a mutually profitable proposal. We have a large network of sea trading relationships with nations across the world, and would like to expand our list of trading partners. As you are currently the largest trading empire in the world an association between us would bring unheard of profits. With your network we could buy goods from territories in the interior of the main continent, while from us you would gain easier access to the goods produced in the island nations. Additionally our merchants ships could provide a faster and cheaper route for your trade with the southern nations, as traveling by land is always slower than by sea. Should you be interested in this arrangement then reply to us, and we will send a representative to negotiate with you.

Caterina di Franco, Minister of trade for the Venetian Naval League

[Grimsage Matt]

To the Risen
"I will go, that is why I'm here after all." He starts walking towards where the Emoperer is. "Tell me, how have you fared in the days since that fall? We of course know that your... not entirely alive, but." He shrugs. "And to be honest, we have a tad of morbid intrest in the grey realm."At the Camp of a Big Goblin boss
A Troll appears, and begins asking for a aduenince with the Chief.

[ragingrage]

((OOC: Guys, for the sake of all reading: Can people please put both their Faction names and the Morale level of their message when sending a post?))

The Corrupted Morale: +++++ +

To the Vale
We would like 1/2 of any surplus grain you produce. Do not refuse us.
To GM
Do you think there's any way you could compile a list of NPCs and PCs, with their stats included? It would make a great reference sheet, so one doesn't have to search back through the OOC.

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles
morale: +

to the Risen Empire

Although the people of the Venetian Isles are puzzled by the mans sudden appearance he is quickly escorted to speak with Grand Admiral Antonio. Being escorted he arrives at Antonio's office. Antonio looks up from some paperwork on his desk and saysSo you say you represent a new empire looking for relations. What have you come to say?

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire

Morale: +++++ ++-

To: The Venetian Isles (morale: +)

The man seems to be perfectly at ease, despite being unarmed, unarmored, unsupplied, and without a means of trasportation.
I have come merely to make an offer. The Emperor has recently laid His claim upon a port, and it has been secured. We would establish lines of trade through this port to yours.

Additionally, if you would hear it, we would offer a pact of mutual defense."

To: The Deep Trolls (secure communication)

You follow the path to the Emperor easily, coming to the capitol of Patria. It is built entirely of marble, gilt with silver and gold. At the center of the city stands the Emperor's palace, from which the golden light is emitted.

At no point is your path impeded, and the citizens can even be seen to make way for you. The palace doors are open, allowing you direct access to the Emperor.

Within the throne room, you find Him. As He opens His eyes, revealing endless grey throughout, the glow fades, and He is revealed. The Emperor of old, from a time long lost to myth.

"Welcome, Friend of Old, to this White City. It is indeed good to see you again, in this age.

I am told that you wish to renew the friendship which we shared so long ago. If so, then I would propose the same treaty as we shared in those times, that the citizens of each of our nations should be allowed to travel freely within the other's domain, that traders should find open markets within any place where the other's traders may do business, and that we should aid each other in times of hardship and war.

If it should please thee, our friendship shall blossom anew."

[hydroplatypus]

The Venetian Isles
Morale: +

to the Risen Empire

Antonio looks at the man in front of him, and noting his lack of fear deduces that he is likely a mage of some kind. Looking at the man he says in a reserved tone Although the Venetian Isles are always open to more trade, I must ask what empire do you represent? Until recently we have dealt mainly with the western nations, and are unfamiliar with the Emperor you represent. Should he be a legitimate power we will graciously accept your offers of trade relations.

As for the mutual defense pact that will require more consideration. Our nation is mainly naval based, and cannot provide many armed forces for a land war. So we would need to specify exactly what the contract says. We would also need to know the current state of diplomatic relations that your empire has with the surrounding nations. If we are to enter a mutual defense agreement we would like to know what we are getting into.

Saying this he motions to one of his guards and says Bring me Caterina and Caravello. They should be here for these negotiations.

[Grimsage Matt]

To the Risen(PM)
"That is all our Thane wished. And we have reforged something for you." He opens the box he was carrying, and pulls out what seems to be a physical fragment of the sunset, as the light is hiting it. "The Helm of The Sunsets, made of gold, rubys and many gems, wovern and forged into the helm, made to reflect the glory of the setting sun." He kneels and offers it to the emporer. "As it's orginal, The Helm of the Rsing Sun, was lost, please take this token of our respect for you."

[oblivion6]

to ragingrage
yes. i will work to update the 1st post of the OOC with all the necessary PC and npc information. also in case you didnt get the hint that hellish cult they were talking about in faluna in the opening post represents your faction. tat was a vary threatening message you sent to the vale:smalltongue:

harmonioum empire

to venetian isle[+]
we can not just go around and declare ourselves friends with everyone under the sun. prove to us that you are serious in your offer of friendship and trade. then perhaps we can discuss closer relations

the vale

to venetian isle[+]
we would be delighted to open up new trade routes with you

to the corrupted
while we dont entirely know who you are, we are not afraid of your idle threats

zexan consortium

to the deep trolls[PM]
your messanger is met by the esteemed baron vaska. "we have heard rumours of you. what can the consortioum do for you?"

to the venetian isle[+]
very well. send a representitive to the manor of prince kholad in luskar if you desire a meeting

to the risen[PM]
you are met in the city of luskar by a middle aged man dressed in fine clothes. "you wished to speak with the consortium?

gnomes to the deep trolls[PM]
"hail deep trolls." what can we do for you?

dwarven alliance to the trolls
after grudgingly accepting that you mean no harm the aide manages to get you an audience with the king

queendom of faluna to trolls[PM]
when you arrive before the palace gates you are immediantly met by an entire company of spearmen and archers at their head stands a young man of maybe 30

"what busness does a troll have with the queen!?" he shouts at you

mountain trolls to deep trolls
"hail cousins!" what can we do for you?" a large mountain troll greets you

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted MORALE: +++++ +
To GM
Got some questions in the QT, if you saw
To the Risen Empire
Would you be interested in hosting a joint conference of our two mage groups? Each of us likely knows spells and incantations that other does not.
To the Deep Dwarves
We would be interested in purchasing some of your technology, once you have researched it. Please, contact us if you have any for sale.
To the Jack Collective
We would be interested in purchasing your services. Please contact us through secure channels (send a diplomat for PMs) so we may discuss the contract without the possibility of any snoopers.
To the Laranese Gnomes
We would be interested in purchasing some of your technology, once you have researched it. Please, contact us if you have any for sale.
To the Dwarven Empire
Would you be interested in cooperating to free the mines that the filthy Harmonium empire has captured?
To the Fire Giants
Might we ask, were there any tactics that were highly effective against the Harmonium empire, when you so bravely defeated them?

[Grimsage Matt]

OOC; Forgot to mention what my guys look like.... 12 foot tall, with skin the colour and texture of granite, thier eyes look like pools of lava. Their hair looks mettalic.
The Deep Trolls

To the zexan consortium
"Our thane has said the time has come to return to the dealings of the surface world. We've heard of you, and know what kind of people we need to deal with. We have also brought a gift for you." He opens the box he was carrying, and pulls out a goblet. A goblet made of a hollowed diamons, with a hilt of gold, with runes of silver and emrealds set into base. "We give you a Chalice of the Goulj'niok, as a token of our respect."

To the Gnomes
"We have heard of you in the deeps, and see fellow strivers for natures truths. We have heard that you didn't have a device that We're sure would be of great value for you." He opens the crate he had with him. Inside it is a strange contraption. "This is our steam powered Book Printer. We've also inculded a book, writen in your tounge, that explains how to use it."

To the Dwarves
The court is suprised, the Troll is speaking Old(High) dwarven, flawlessly.
"Honored King of the Stones children, The Grim'volskarm-kostrvaig'molgocv greet you. We are returning closer to the surface, and wish only peace. We have heard of you in these tunnels, and desire a freindship between our peoples. We have also brought to you something that has been in our keeping for some time." He opens the case he was carrying, and all the dwarves fall back in shock! The Hammer of The Stonesheart! Myth held that it was reclaimed by spirts of the deep stone when the greatest dwarven hero fell, 600 years ago. "We return the hammer to you, and feel we must make ammends for holding on to it for so long."

to the queendom of faluna(PM)
He bows to the young man, in a very old fashioned manner. "I am a Ambassador from the Grim'volskarm-kostrvaig'molgocv, Though you would say Deep Troll. Our Thane is sending us to many of the leaders above our lands, wishing peace and freindship with the surface after so long apart from it. We also bear a gift for the leader of each, as our customs demand. And if you are worried about one such as I doing violence, it would be shameful beyond life to breach the laws of hospitailty."
To the mountin Trolls
"We're returning to the Surface world, and are sending tokens of peace. We wish that two of the houses of the Trolls will renew their old freindship in the coming days. We know how you used to enjoy astronomy, so we made you some telescopes. We've also made a special blade for the Fire trolls. Fitted for one of their peoples stature, and made of stainless Steel. It will never rust." He says the last with a smile on his face.

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles
Morale: +


To the Harmonium Empire


You hesitation is completely understandable. We would greatly like to prove our friendship to the Holy Harmonium Empire, and will gladly undertake efforts to do so. For instance you currently have some of your Navy protecting your sea trade routes with friendly nations. The Venetian Isles has a fairly large navy, and could take over some of these duties, freeing up these naval resources for a more productive use. In order to continue further discussions a representative of our nation will be arriving shortly, with a gesture of our goodwill.

Antonio da Parma, Grand Admiral of the Venetian Naval League

OOC

the gift being used is a significant amount of reasources judged by the Venetian Isles to be useful to the Harmonium. Basically + economy, in order to show the Harmonium I am serious about desiring friendly relations. After all trading with a friendly empire of that size will definatly be good for my economy long term.




To the Vale

A diplomatic representative is dispatched from the Isles to the Vale, in hopes of drafting a formal agreement. Traveling by ship he should arrive shortly.


To the Consortium

A diplomatic representative is dispatched from the Isles to the Vale, in hopes of drafting a formal agreement.Traveling by ship he should arrive shortly.

[Grimsage Matt]

The Deep Trolls (Morale 3)
To The corrupted
OOC; Ragingrage, by deep dwarves did you mean deep trolls? just wondering. Also, my guys have a long memory for trouble.....
Demon touched. We will not treat with you. We rember the lasttime your kind was loosed on this world. While we will not just kill you, neither will we treat with your kind. Just be glad there are no Templars at this Hold.

To the DM
OOC;
I didn't Check the minor NPC's, The last gift should have been to the Fire giants, I'll edit that.

[oblivion6]

fire giants to the corrupted[+++++ +]
bah. they are pathetic wimps. as long as you dont get cornered and alone out in the open. that way their superior numbers cant impact the battle. why? you planning a war?]

harmonioum empire to venetian isle[+]
OOC: just make sure to put the economy transfer in your EOT. also permanent or temp economy?

that is a very tempting offer. im sure the consul would speak to your representitive personally

the zexan consortium and the vale to venetian isles[+]
we would be delighted to meet your representitive

zexan consortium to deep trolls[PM]
the baron examines the necklace and says "hmm. fine craftsmanship. im sure we can work out a deal"

gnomes to deep trolls[+++]
"hmm. i sense some competition coming" a gnome says in a squeeky voice

gnomes to corrupted[+++++]
hmm. demon folk. interesting.any particular type of technology your looking for?

dwarves to deep trolls[PM]
"perhaps you trolls are not all bad after all. im sure we could reach an agreement concerning trade

dwarves to the corrupted[+++++ +]
that is a very tempting idea. however we are currently fighting goblins in our tunnels so we could not contribute any troops at the moment

queendom of faluna to trolls [PM]
after much argument you are eventually let into the palace(under heavy guard). you are met by the queen, a young beautiful young woman of maybe 25

now now. brother. im not afraid of a silly troll. my arent you a curious being. what brings you here? she asks you in a rich melodic voice

[Grimsage Matt]

The Deep Trolls (Morale 3)

To the gnomes(PM)
"We do not wish for conflict, rather, we acknolage your peoples drive for knowledge, which we can relate to, and see in you fellow seekers after truth. We also realize that your people are able to do things we can't, due to us beeing magic void."

To the Zexan consortium(PM)
OOC; A chalice is a goblet, or a fancy name for a big fancy, old fashioned cup. It's not a necklace:smalltongue:
"We would be honored with a working relationship."

To the Dwarves(PM)
"Thank you. In fact, there is a preposal I was authorized to make. If you would like, we would install steam trams to help your peoples mobillity. We also intend to do something to the goblins, and magga carrma, those things are a seasonal, never ending pestilence. Hopefully, what we have planed will keep their numbers down for a few years."

To the Queendom of Faluna(PM)
"My lady, the Grim'volskarm-kostrvaig'molgocv, or Deep Trolls in your tounge, are returning to the affairs of the surface. We are approching all those who have lands above us, as well as some old freinds. Our customs demand that we send tokens of peace." He opens the package he's carrying, and what almost seems like water is pulled out. "A Cape of Laughing Streams, woven from silver thread, with sapphire, lapis luzi and other gems woven in, so each movement is as a stream, and is as light as silk. We would be honored if you would accept."

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted Morale: +++++ +

To the Fire Giants
We had though that they were getting a little high on their pedestal, as it were. Would you be interested in aiding us? Your assistance might be what we need to deal a crippling blow to those cowards.
To the Gnomes
We would like to increase our magical and military power, and anything you develop related to that would be interesting. We would be especially interested in those airships we have heard you are developing.
To the Deep Trolls
((Yeah, mistake, sorry)) Fanatics, we see. Well then. We only ask that you do not interfere.
To the Vale
The messenger laughs at the representative he meetsThey were not "idle".

[Grimsage Matt]

The Deep Trolls(Morale 3)

To the Corrupted
Fanatics? As I said whelp, we remeber the last time hellspawn swept through this world. The Grim'volskarm-kostrvaig'molgocv will not be a part of Hell's plans. And as for not interfering, will neither help nor interfere, unless you do something stupid to the natives. We'll be watching.

[hydroplatypus]

The Venetian Isles
morale: +

To the Holy Harmonium Empire

A ship bearing the official colors of the Venetian Isles pulls into a Harmonium Port. The diplomatic representative aboard asks to be escorted to someone he will be able to negotiate with.

He comes bearing the following treaty

{this is a summary of the intent, not the legal text. Also anything in {} means OOC notes}

By signing this treaty both the Harmonium Empire and the Venetian Isles agree to the following conditions.

1. To take no actions to impede the flow of trade between each other

2. To lower tariffs between merchants representing the other party

3. Any new territories acquired by either party shall have the same conditions apply, as apply to the main nation.

4. Neither nation shall take action against the other to prevent trade with any third party nation, regardless of the signatory nations opinions of the third party.

5. Should another nation attempt to disrupt the trade of either signatory without a formal declaration of war the other signatory nation shall assist in maintaining the trade routes. {not a key selling point, can be negotiated away if the harmonium dislike it}

6. For the duration of this treaty the signatory nations agree to partake in no aggressive action against the other party. {also negotiable. Harmonium might want to negotiate non-aggression separately}

7. Either party may terminate the treaty should they desire, however they must pay a sum of money to the other party {++ econ, temp}

The Venetian Isles agrees to the following conditions as well as the above

1. To use their naval power to assist the Harmonium in protecting trade routes {+ navy to start, but negotiations might bring it higher or lower depending on harmonium desires}. The Venetian Isles reserve the right to withdraw these fleet elements should they become engaged in a war.

2. A signing bonus of + econ {temp} shall be provided to the Harmonium Empire as a gesture of Goodwill.

The Harmonium Empire agrees to the following conditions in addition to the both nations conditions.

1. The empire acknowledges the Venetian Isles claim to any colonies that are founded while this treaty is in effect.


{all points negotiable to some extent, but the ones I have highlighted, are the ones I am less attached to.}




OOC

The ambassadors to the other nations will take longer to get there as the nations are farther away (aka. I'm being lazy and will write their stuff later today).

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted Morale: +++++ +

To the Deep Trolls
We're not sure we...follow you. We are new to this world -- we have not "swept through it" as you say. Perhaps you are confusing us with someone else?
To the Dwarves
Would you appreciate assistance in clearing the goblins? We understand if you have any...misgivings about us but we want to hasten the time where we can bring the fight against the Harmonium empire itself.

[Grimsage Matt]

The Deep Trolls
(Morale 3)

To the corrupted
Hellspawn are hellspawn. It has it's claws in you, and now your "kind" is back. We remeber what happened the last time Helltouched swept through here, and we don't want a repeat of that time. It's only been four hundrend thousand years, did your Infernal masters think we had even come close to forgetting?
OOC;They have very long memories for trouble, and it adds a source of conflict:smalltongue:

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted Morale: +++++ +

To the Deep Trolls
So just because someone from a group we are affiliated with did something bad (something that we have no idea what it is) you are vehemently opposed to working with us? What we said. Fanatics.

[hydroplatypus]

The Venetian Isles
Morale: +

To the Vale

A ship bearing the official colors pulls into the ports of one of the larger city-states. A representative of the Venetian Isles is aboard. He asks to be taken to the Leadership of the Vale.

He bears the following treaty

{same OOC and intent vs. legal text thing as last time}

Both nations signing this treaty agree to the following

1. To lower barriers to trade, and otherwise allow for the easy flow of good with the other signatory nation.

2. To do their best to stop troubles concerning their nation from disrupting trade. Exceptions for outright war.

3. As best as the signatory nations are able they will attempt to protect trade routes from pirates, and other bodies that would disrupt the flow of trade.

4. Should an officially recognized nation attempt to disrupt trade the signatory nations will both attempt to get rid of this pressure as best as they are able, short of war.

5. The nations shall undertake no efforts to put up any new trade barriers towards the other signatory nations, and shall not encourage other nations to do so.

6. If the contract must be canceled at a later date the one who initiates this separation is entitled to compensation in the amount of {+++ + temp econ, delivered over the course of 2 turns}

7. agree to the temporary suspension of the treaties obligations in the event of a war, contingent on informing the other party of the war, its reasons for existing, and what conditions they are not going to fulfill.

This is considered a draft version, and the Representative we have sent has the authority to negotiate the terms contained within this treaty.


Caterina di Franco Minister of trade for the Venetian Naval League
Antonio da Parma Grand Admiral of the Venetian Naval League




To the Consortium

A ship bearing the official colors pulls into a port of the Zexan Consortium. He asks to be escorted to the manor of prince kholad in luskar. He comes bearing the following treaty


{the usual}

Both signatory nations agree to the following

1. To maintain the current state of low tariffs, and not attempt to raise new trade barriers

2. To protect trade routes to the best of their ability.

3. To assist the other nation in gaining new trade partners as much as is reasonable.

4. To not attempt to stop or slow down trade between the other signatory nation and a third party

5. should the signatory nations desire to cancel this treaty they will have to pay the opposing nation +++ + temp econ paid out over 2 turns.

6. agree to the temporary suspension of the treaties obligations in the event of a war, contingent on informing the other party of the war, its reasons for existing, and what conditions they are not going to fulfill.

[Nemesis67]

Jack Collective

Morale: +++

To the Zexan Consortium:
Greetings to you, merchants of Faluna,

We of the Jack Collective, as you well know, have a bit of a lacking trade network. As such, your aid would greatly benefit us in expanding this, and we can offer you something that will aid you in turn. What we deal in is information, and if traders like you had insider information regarding what other nations required, you could make a hefty profit. If such a deal interests you, we gladly welcome discussion as to further details. Otherwise... Well, we don't have much else to offer, I'm sorry to say.

Good luck to you, whatever your decision.
-Jack 35

To the Dwarven Alliance:
Hail to you, Stone Kings,

We of the Collective have heard many tales of the superb craftsmanship of your people and have an interest in trading for such arms and armor for our forces. It is well known of your distaste for the Harmonium Empire. Maybe we can arrange a trade regarding that. We feed you what information we can find on their actions, and in return you equip our armies? Or, if we can find the available funds, we can pay from our coffers instead.

The exact details can be elaborated on at a later point. We just are seeing if you have any interest in such a deal.
-Jack 35

To the Laranese Gnomes:
We have heard from our sources that you are developing airships for the Rozarian Empire. Would it be possible to arrange a deal where the Collective could obtain a similar vehicle? Or possibly the technology requisite to develop one?

If you have any interest in something our intelligence services can obtain, or in a more concrete form of payment, we can discuss the details.
-Jack 35

To the Corrupted: (PM)
Such a deal could prove beneficial to each of us... What were you planning on offering on your side of the bargain?

-Jack 35

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted Morale: +++++ +

To the Jack Collective (PM)
We think that cooperation of your espionage power and our military might could lead to easy and profitable raids on a variety of nations. If you use your espionage to smuggle some troops into key economic centers (the Vale, the Zexan consortium, the Venetian Union) we could strike them and loot and harm their economy (or other systems within the area). Then, you could smuggle us back; resulting in minimal losses and (hopefully) great loot. Does this seem like a good plan to you?

[oblivion6]

zexan consortium to deep trolls[PM]
OOC:yes i know a chalice is a goblet. for some reason i thought it said necklace.

sounds like a plan

[b]zexan consortium to jacks collective[+++]
thats is a very interesting suggestion. i think its a good idea

zexan consortium to the vale[PM]
it is a decent treaty. however we can not agree to follow any of the amendments involving foreign wars. you understand. we are a neutral party

[b]vale to the venetian isle[PM]
we accept your proposal

dwarves to the corrupted[+++++]
that is an interesting idea. i think we can work something out

dwarves to deep trolls[PM]
OOC: i think magga cammara means by the stone

well let us know what you come up with. goblins are pathetic nuiscances

dwarves to jacks collective[+++]
that is acceptable

gnomes to jacks collective[+++]
yes we could be persuaded to sell you our airships

fire giants to the corrupted[+++++ +]
we will aid you when the time comes. we bring mountan kinsmen as well

gnomes to the corrupted[+++++]
yes we do have several technologies available with military applications

OOC: i will put them on your quicktopic when i have time

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted Morale:+++++ +

To the Dwarves
We are gladdened that you will accept our assistance. We would be willing to send +++++ mil, but we will bow to your wisdom if you only need a fraction of that.
To the Fire Giants
We thank you, brave friends. We hope the day we call upon you shall be soon.

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted Morale: +++++ +

To the Gnomes
We would be interested in purchasing the experimental cannons, which you offered for ++- temp econ. However, as we do not have the funds to afford that, we offer this deal instead: + temp eco and + temp tech for the cannons. Would that be acceptable?

[Nemesis67]

Jack Collective

Morale: +++

To the Corrupted (PM)
I would have to say I'd prefer a different target than those three. We'd prefer to be on friendly terms with the Consortium, and the Venetians have the capability to blockade us from all sea travel. Though my sources say they would prefer staying out of wars, they're willing to protect their trade, and the Vale and them are discussing trade agreements, so I'm not sure what such an action would provoke them to do. I think the Collective must deliberate among ourselves on a choice of target...

-Jack 35

OOC: If it's alright by you, I'd prefer to wait till oblivion posts the NPC stats before we choose a target. I'd like to know the gain (eco) versus the cost (mil and navy). No sense walking into a war unknowingly.

To the Gnomes:
Other than the airships, what sorts of technologies are you offering to sell? Depending on how the next few months go, the Collective may need to mend some shortcomings... We'd prefer to know our options before it comes to that.

-Jack 35

[Grimsage Matt]

Deep Trolls
Morale 3

To the venetian isles
A troll appears at one of your ships docked on the mainland, and request that he speak to your leaders.

To the Vale
A Troll appears in one of your mines and requests to speak to your leader.

To the corrupted
We may be hasty, but we have long memories, and the last time a helltouched army was on this world, it nearly burned. And there were times before that. So, while we do not trust you, and to be honest see you as a ticking time bomb, it's mostly because of what your "kin" have done in the past.That being said, we might trade with you, but would like to see how you conduct yourselves first.

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted MOR: +++++ +

To the Jack Collective (PM)
((Yeah, I was just proposing some ideas.))
We understand your caution, and it is definitely a wise action. However, we take it that you do accept the idea?
To the Deep Trolls
Well, as long as you give us a chance, that is acceptable. In addition, might we ask for this tale of what happened the last time a helltouched army came? All your references to it have made more than a few messengers curious.

[Grimsage Matt]

Deep Trolls
Morale 3

To the corrupted
About 523,173 years ago, there was the 5th hell invasion. It started because of a young idiot who wanted power fast started delving into the spirt world. He found power all right. At first, he could control it. He even tought it to students over a period of about 500 years. Of course our cousins brought the doom down on themselves. Because one day, "their" power surged out of control and they were subsumed by it. And what did they do? They ripped open massive portals to hell. Imagine a war that lasts over 50,000 years. Our hold never fell, but our cousins, either they sold themselves to hell, or they turned to even darker powers of the grave itself. As it began in a single night, it ended in a single day. The jaws of hell were slamed shut by the High Thane, and he killed every last hellspawn on the contenit. But the years between the opening and the closing, we don't speak of them. But there is a poem you can read, called the Lament of Ashes.

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted Morale: +++++ +

To the Deep Trolls
How interesting. It is always good to brush up on ones history, don't you think?
((Also, the funny thing is, that because of all the communications we are having; people probably think we're planning something :smallbiggrin: :smallbiggrin:))

[oblivion6]

vale to deep trolls[PM]
you are met by a team of soldiers that appear to be from several different nations. these soldiers takeyou to the local councilmen

"what can we do for you troll?"

gnomes to the corrupted[+++++]
we accept your proposal. we will prepare to ship your order immediantly

gnomes to jacks collective[+++++]
what kind of technologies are you looking for? we have many kinds, military or otherwise.

dwarves to the corrupted[++++]
we will accept any hep you can offer. time to teach these filthy beasts a lesson. we can field a force of maybe [+++++ +] at this time

fire giants to corrupted[+++++ +]
as of now we can field an army of [+++++]. with about [+++] more available from our mountan kin

[hydroplatypus]

The Venetian Isles
Morale: +

To the Deep trolls

The troll is escorted to the offices of a diplomat of the Venetian Isles. The diplomat looks up and says So a representative of the trolls comes to greet us. So tell us, which of the troll bands do you represent? the War trolls looking for a contract? or one of the other clans?

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted Morale: +++++ +

To the Gnomes:
Thank you. The wealth and science materials are on their way.
To the Dwarves
If you would have us, we would field a force of [++++-] mil to aid in driving out the goblins once and for all. Hopefully we could be reclaiming your stolen tunnels by [next turn]
To the Fire Giants
We thank you for your promise of assistance, and know that with your and the mountain giant's aid we will be able to deliver the Harmonians a blow that they will not soon forget.

[Grimsage Matt]

Deep Trolls
Morale 3

To the corrupted (But anyone can read)

The Lament of Ashes

Old were the forests,
Long had the moutains stood vigil,
Where the three kindred walked,
Children of the song.

In the woodlands fair,
The Aeoals'kivlr,
Wise and blessed,
World song in veins.

On the highest peaks,
Did the Joln'toh-or stand,
Their watch unending,
Their honor unbreaking.

In the deepest reachs,
The Grim'volskarm,
Forged the tools of old,
And understood the song best.

But in the shade,
of the great trees,
one sought songs
that were not ment to be.

Yol'niols-hur,
Great of mind and will,
sought where no others went,
the cold grey fields.

And there he found a new song,
A pit of flaming shadows,
Power to shape new songs,
whispered the shadowy flame.

And so he agreed,
To the pact primevil,
and wove a new song,
not yet done.

And when he returned,
All could see,
A new song was whispering,
smoke in the woodlands.

He gathered his freinds,
And he taught them,
The songs of Ash and Shadow,
Of Binding and Power.

And for a short while,
A mere half a thousand years,
Blance was kept,
And the choking ash held at bay.

But one night,
The song grew to a roar,
And the Binder became the bound,
And the Pit of Ash laughed.

Driven by Fury,
Driven by Pain,
They tore the world song asunder,
And let the Ashen legion in.

Burning was their song,
No balance,
Patient Domination,
Swift conquest.

But ash broke on the peaks,
As they would not yield,
even as the woodlands,
swore to darkness or ash.

The Toh-or never faltered,
Duty was clear as glass,
And Demons broke on the peaks,
Till the lords of Ash came.

Bealrog and Balor,
Pit Fiend and Ultraloth,
Dark Vulkj all,
And sorely did they contest.

And from the deeps,
The Grim came forth,
Weilding blades of deep caft,
And hidden song.

Elokijh The Bealrog,
Niuhhgug The Balor,
Asemodus Of the Pit,
Yul'uiln of the Grey Ash.

The captins of the host,
clashed with the Jarls,
And our Thanes,
Till only the Dealmaker was left.

Sweeping all before him,
On a tide of ash,
And temptation,
The day grew dark with Hellfire.

But the day was not lost,
For Doom entered the Fray,
Father of Trolls,
Smith of Worlds.

The High Thane brought
The Deepest of Songs,
And smote the ruby Devil,
And sent him bleeding to fall back to hell.

Then turning to those,
That still came,
Sang the Songs of Planes,
And threw them down.

Then looking at the holes,
Forged them shut,
And sang new walls between,
To keep the Ash at bay.

The Aeoals'kivlr were lost,
Now belonging to ash,
Or the Grey Fields,
Forever sworn and bound.

Our lost kindrend we hear,
Through the echos of Song,
Hulashnim-Hur Ashen betrayers,
Shasul'miun-Tul Darkened in fear.

The woodlands of the young world,
Forever ashes,
Young hills not yet mountains,
Frozen glass.

We mourn for the world,
And the sorrows wrought,
For the Kindred lost,
And the ashes that remain.

To the Venetian Isles
I represent the Deep Trolls. We're planing on returing to the surface, and are also planing on reopening one of our ports. We wish to exist in peace, and so we don't wish to offend the world primer naval power. As is our custom, we have a gift for you. One of our Stainless steel blades. They will never rust.

To the Vale(PM)
"I'm From the Deep Trolls. We are returing to the affairs of the surface, and are contact those who have lands above us. To be entirely honest, one of your mines is almost at one of our city caverns. We wish only for peace, and some trade. We also have a gift, as is our custom." He pulls out what seems to be a iron grey shirt. "It's made from woven Iron. Not as good as armor, but it'll do aginst most daggers."

To the Fire giants
Hail cousins! We're plaing on unsealing the Gates of Khazam-Yohkax. As it was partialy yours in the olden days, would you like to return there?

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted Morale: +++++ +

To the Deep Trolls
...Very nice.

((Is that your work, or did you take it from something? Either way, very nicely done.))

[Grimsage Matt]

To the corrupted
Thank you.

OOC; I wrote it:smallbiggrin: To be honest, it's a first draft:smallredface: I kinda made it up after you said that it was a good idea to brush up on oes history.

[oblivion6]

to grimsage and ragingrage only
yes that is a very nice poem. of course im sure the corrupted will make sure to erase all copys of it when they take over the world:smallbiggrin:

[ragingrage]

To Grimsage/DM
Never.
The Corrupted may be touched by demons.
They may, yes, dream of taking over the world.
They may be treacherous and conniving.
But they do not waste evil.
They do not foolishly refuse allies.
They do not destroy music and song -- For it is a great pacifier of the conquered.
They would not destroy something that seems great.
Something that, contained within it, is a the story of a people, a war, destruction and salvation.
They do not waste evil.

:smallbiggrin: :smallbiggrin: :smallbiggrin:

[Grimsage Matt]

To the DM
Eh, we survided a few hundred thousand years of hellish assult. And besides, while us Trolls may have grown old and died, The High Thane is the same as he ever is. Consider us to have a nuke who's polite and only intervenes if aboultly nessecary. Besides, we have some ideas kicking around...

DM/Ragingrage
Nice one.

[oblivion6]

grimsage/ragingrage
that was a good one. i like your brand of evil.

perhaps to counter you i will make sure emperor xhanahad of the orisian empire and his goblinoid hordes find their own way to this world and destroy the corrupted. their alliance was with the salvation army not the corrupted so they would have no qualms with destroying you:smallwink:

[Grimsage Matt]

To DM
Or we could use the High Thane? Think Truenaming Baernoloth:smallbiggrin:

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted Morale: +++++ +

To GM/Grimsage
Oh, nostalgia...that was a good game. I like having Mil as a production stat...

EDIT:
To the Rozarian Empire
We have recently procured blueprints to the making of cannons, an invention we think you may be interested in. If so, please contact us so we can work out a deal.
To the Isle of Dhevan
Greetings! We have recently procured blueprints to the making of cannons, an invention we think you may be interested in. If so, please contact us so we can work out a deal.

[hydroplatypus]

The Venetian Isles
morale: +

To the Deep Trolls

The diplomat looks over the blade, and thanks to troll, saying Indeed this is a fine gift. It will be greatly appreciated. So, the deep trolls. We hadn't expected to have relations with you for a while now as we thought you intended to stay an inland power. He pauses and thinks for a moment, then motions a guard to leave. The diplomat continues The Venetian Isles has recently been looking to expand its trading network, and one able to compete with the gnomes for technology would certainly be a good trading partner. The guard is going to fetch our minister of trade to propose an agreement. She should arrive shortly.

[Grimsage Matt]

The Deep Trolls
Morale 3

To the Venetian Isles
Thank you, I look forword to meeting her.

[Nemesis67]

Jack Collective

Morale: +++

To the Gnomes:
Technologies with either a combat application or capable of improving our intelligence networks are what we are interested at the moment. While we don't have much funds to purchase them from you at the moment, we hope to have deeper coffers in the coming weeks.

-Jack 35

To the Corrupted (PM)
I believe the Vale may actually be a good target. At the least, we can seize the resource they've harvested recently and make a decent profit off of them. I doubt the Venetians will go to war over a single raid. And the Collective's role in this is to sneak you in and out, correct? So, ideally, neither you nor I could be traced back to executing it... We're ready when you have the troops to spare. (Presumably next turn?)

-Jack 35

[hydroplatypus]

The Venetian Isles
morale: +

To the Deep trolls

After a few minutes of waiting Caterina di Franco walks into the room to speak with the troll ambassador. Motioning for the initial representative to leave, she begins making a proposal to the Troll representative.

The Venetian Naval League is interested in expanding its trade relations with the other coastal and island nations in the world, and with you opening up a new port you certainly qualify. In fact you would be much more beneficial than most as you possess technology to rival the gnomes. What I propose is that we sign a treaty to start trade relations as soon as the port is completed. A clerk is drafting it as we speak, however there are a few key points. The first is that tariffs be nonexistant between our two nations, in order to ensure a rapid economic expansion. We would also like to arrange for the future possibilities of technology transfer. That would of course be negotiated in detail later, however some ground rules for later would be helpful. What do you think of the arrangement.

[Grimsage Matt]

Deep Trolls

To the Venetian Isles
It will take us a few months to unseal our port, and will be happy with what you have proposed.

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted

To the Jack Collective (PM)
The Vale do seem a good target. As we are preoccupied (as you probably know) this turn, next turn does seem like it would be a good test run.

[Grimsage Matt]

The Deep Trolls
Morale 3

To everyone who's had diplomatic talks with the Deep Trolls
As the world runs off trade, we'd like to bring the possibillity of a Steam powered Rail line that connects several nations to your attention. The Rail line would allow for increased trade, mobillity and speed of communications. We'd be resposible for it's operation and upkeep, but imagine the benifit it would bring to your nations.

[oblivion6]

dwarves to corrupted[+++++]
we will accept your aid in this endevor

rozarian empire/isle of dhevan to corrupted
they both accept yur proposal

consortium to venetian isle[PM]
OOC:sorry turns out i accidently addressed their response to the vale somehow

it is a good treaty. however we are perpetually neutral in the continents politics so we will not sign any non aggression pacts or anything of that nature

harmonioum empire to the venetian isle[PM]
we agree to the terms of the treaty

gnomes to jacks collective[PM]
i will detail what they have for sale in the quicktopic at the beginning of the next turn

[hydroplatypus]

The Venetian Isles
morale: +

To the Deep Troll ambassador

I am glad that you like our offer. The treaty should be here in a few moments.

After a few moments a clerk arrives with a treaty in hand. Caterina takes if from him and saysThis is the treaty with basically what we discussed. The wording will be different, and there will be some secondary clauses that we haven't discussed yet due to the rushed nature of these talks. Keep in mind that this is a first draft, and as such the points contained within are negotiable if disagreeable to you.

She then presents the treaty to the ambasator. It says the following

Both nations signing this treaty agree to the following

1. To lower barriers to trade, and otherwise allow for the easy flow of good with the other signatory nation.

2. To do their best to stop troubles concerning their nation from disrupting trade. Exceptions for outright war.

3. As best as the signatory nations are able they will attempt to protect trade routes from pirates, and other bodies that would disrupt the flow of trade.

4. Should an officially recognized nation attempt to disrupt trade the signatory nations will both attempt to get rid of this pressure as best as they are able, short of war.

5. The nations shall undertake no efforts to put up any new trade barriers towards the other signatory nations, and shall not encourage other nations to do so.

6. agree to the temporary suspension of the treaties obligations in the event of a war, contingent on informing the other party of the war, its reasons for existing, and what conditions they are not going to fulfill.

The Venetian Isles also agree to the following
7. If the contract must be canceled at a later date at the request of the Venetian Isles the Trolls are entitled to compensation in the amount of {+++ + temp econ, delivered over the course of 2 turns}

The Trolls also agree to the following
8. If the contract must be canceled at a later date at the request of the Trolls the Venetian Isles will be compensated by the gift of technology from the Trolls. Unless both parties agree upon different technology this technology shall have the purpose of upgrading the Venetian Navy. {basically a tech worth +- Navy or greater}





To the deep trolls railroad message

While the Venetian Isles are interested in continuing trade with other nations we do not see how a railway could be built to our nation as we are currently Island based. If you have a solution to this problem present it to us ans we will look it over. Should you be able to do this we still have a few concerns. Basically we rely on our Navy to defend our islands and a land/underground route would negate our Defensive tactics. Please provide more detail in your offer.



To the Consortium [PM]

In the terms of the presented treaty there was nothing about a non aggression pact of anything similar. This treaty is solely about trade. The treaty only mentions war in 6. and even that says nothing of the sort. The intent of that section is that should one of our nations end up in a war for one reason or another they shall be able to suspend their obligations temporarily. This is to leave our parties with a free hand should we need to take measures on our own during a war. So now that this is clarified will you accept the treaty as it stands? or are there any changes you would make?

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted Morale +++++ +

To the Isle of Dhevan/rozarian empire (individually)
We are glad that you accepted our proposal. The cannons should add - to both mil and navy; along with another - of both if you put some additional resources into building more cannons. For this technology we would like either - perm econ or tech; or if you choose +- temp econ. Is this acceptable?

[Grimsage Matt]

Deep Trolls
Morale 3

The Venetian Isles
This looks reasonable. but first it would have to be presented to the council of Jarls. For the most part, we've only been making loose trade agreements, basicaly agreeing to the first two points, and counting on common sense for the rest.

About the railroad
OOC; To be honest, I did the "To the people the Deep trolls have talked to" as a blanket message becuase I don't know all the geography:smallredface: It also ment to be a main land focused program.

[hydroplatypus]

The Venetian Isles
Morale: +

To the Deep Trolls

Caterina di Franco seems unsurprised by the Troll's move to take the treaty to the council. Feel free to take the treaty to your leaders for consideration she says as she hands it to the Troll. Although we prefer explicit treaties we are more than willing to have a more vague one should it open trade relations with you. That being said we must insist on some form of penalty for canceling the treaty without mutual agreement. The amount and form may be changed, however its existance is non-negotiable. Although we are sure you would not do so the possibility of someone pulling out of a vital contract without allowing the other party some compensation to readjust the economy is not something we will allow. It is merely a standard thing for our economic contracts, and is not intended as a slight against you.

[Grimsage Matt]

The Deep Trolls
Morale 3

To The Venetian Isles
I understand, it is just that we do not like making hasty promises, unlike the Molghuhk.

[oblivion6]

isle of dhevan/rozarian empire to the corrupted
the isle of dhevan is offering [+-] temp economy while the rozarian empire is offering [-] of technology

consortium to the venetian isle[PM]
we know. we were just making sure you were aware of the fact that our relationship will not go further than trade

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted

To the Isle of Dhevan/Rozarian Empire
The deal is accepted, and it was a pleasure doing business. However, we would ask that you do not resell this technology, as we do not want it falling into the wrong hands.

[Nemesis67]

Jack Collective
Morale: +++

To the Corrupted (PM)
Hm. Relating to that, you mentioned plans to wage war on the Harmonium. We plan on probing their intelligence networks to see their scope soon, in preparation for future actions. Do you have any plans in the works for that purpose?

-Jack 35

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted Morale: +++++ +

To the Jack Collective (PM)
We do. We have already secured allies in the Mountain Giants and the Fire Giants, and hopefully the Dwarves will aid us as well when the time comes. We would love it if you could aid as well, however.
To the Nagarean Theocracy
Greetings, noble high priests and priestesses. Though we have a message for you, I would like to preface this message with a request for a chance. We know that you probably do not think of us in anything vaguely approximating a good light, but we think that we may be able to put aside our differences and achieve something great.
All we can mention, however, in this message where the possibility of interception is high, is that we would request an alliance against a mutual enemy of ours. Please, to discuss this further, send a representative you trust so we can continue in [pm-level spoilers]. If you do not trust us enough to send a delegate, we would be honored to send on of our own to you.
To the Hellraisers
Might I inquire what your rates are to purchase some soldiers on a temporary basis?

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles
Morale: +

To Consortium

We are aware that our relationship begins and ends with trade. We will not attempt to pressure you into any defensive treaties. However you have still not given us a clear answer on whether you are accepting the treaty. We would appreciate that.

[oblivion6]

consortium to venetian isles[PM]
yes we agree to the treaty

hellraisers to the corrupted[++++]
we charge by the season(turn). our normal rate is [++]MIL for [+] temp ECO

nagarean theocracy to the corrupted[PM]
the theocracy sends a high ranking priestess of its clergy.

"what can we do you?"

[Nemesis67]

Jack Collective
Morale: +++

To the Corrupted (PM)
That should be able to combat the Empire in a ground war... What about naval forces? The only three nations capable of rivaling them at sea would be the Venetians, the Isle of Dhevan, and the Queendom of Faluna, none of which we expect to be easy to convince. Venetians are negotiating trade agreements with the Harmonium as we speak, the Queendom wants peace, and the Isle wants to stay off on their own... Dhevan would probably be the easiest, Queendom the second, Venetians the most difficult. The Collective may be able to improve our own fleet, but that will take time, and letting the Harmonium consolidate their holdings is bad for everyone.

We'll communicate with other groups who have reasons to dislike the Empire in the meantime. Hopefully we can get a coalition together. If we do that, we may be able to strong arm the Venetians into joining us. Especially if we convince another naval power. They are providing trade, and those funds will be used against us...

In addition, I feel its wise to mention that there is a possibility of the Harmonium discovering the Collective's efforts to scout out their intelligence networks. In that case... Things may change. Possibly we can play our efforts off as scoping the field for a potential ally in the covert fields, and try to act as a double agent with them. Or we are eradicated. We'll see.

-Jack 35

To the Isle of Dhevan
Greetings, nobles of Dhevan,
We wish to discuss the situation of the Harmonium holdings here on this continent with you, if you're willing.

-Jack 35

To the Queendom of Faluna
Queen of Faluna,
We of the Collective wish to discuss with you your viewpoints on the Harmonium Empire, and see if you're willing to hear us out in our own view.

-Jack 35

[oblivion6]

isle of dhevan to the collective[+++]
we will send admiral skald eegan, commander of the eastern fleet

queendom of faluna to the collective[PM]
the queen herself arrives at your capitol city, dressed in a gown of the finest silk. we will listen to your views on the empire and then we shall share ours she says in a rich voice

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted Morale: +++++ +

To the Queendom of Faluna (PM)
We are currently planning a concentrated military strike on the Harmonium Empire, and have already secured allies of the mountain and fire giants; and hopefully the dwarves as well. As is, we may be able to deal a strong blow to the vicious empire -- But with your aid, we can shatter them. As we have support from others, we would not request your full military -- even a contribution of ++++ mil could be enough. We thank you for your consideration, and hope you will join us in this opportunity to stop the Harmonium empire once and for all.

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire rises again...

Morale: +++++ ++-

To: The Venetian Isles [+]

"I am here representing the Emperor, who speaks for the Risen Empire of Patria. It has been a long time since we last walked this world, so I am not surprised that we are not recognized in most places.

At present, we have no defensive pacts or alliances, and have no surviving enemies, though we are seeking to create free trade in our area. As a potential ally, you will be kept apprised if this should change."


To: The Corrupted [+++++ +]

There is no response from the Risen Empire. It is possible that the courier got lost along the way, or that they were merely not interested, but there is no way to be sure.

Perhaps further attempts once communications improve (and don't require the traversal of most of the world)?


To: The Grim [PM]

"Though I can not match you for this most impressive gift, I can at least try. As a token of this friendship, I would gift you my personal blade."
The Emperor rises from His throne, and removes from it an exceedingly large object; what appears to be a greatsword, but scaled up in size for the Emperor. It is sheathed in, and composed of the same material which makes up the Emperor's armor; stronger than steel and with the appearance of a dark gold. The Emperor presents this, which you would guess to be the equivalent of a badge of office, to you.
"It is my hope that this friendship which we have reforged will last for a long time to come, and stand against any threat which will seek to test it."

To: The Zexan Consortium [PM]

[color="green"Indeed. I would speak on a matter of regional trade, if the consortium would hear me."[/color]

OOC: If I missed any, please let me know.

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles
morale: +

To the Risen Empire

I think I remember you from a diplomatic briefing a while back. You are the empire ruled by the angel or something. The Venetian Naval League would be very interested in establishing free trade with the Empire. Additionally due to your arrival we assume that your nation is somewhat skilled in magic. We would be interested in learning these magics. As to the mutual defense, well we will need more info. We are primarily a Naval nation, and you are primarily based on land. The problem this poses is that should a war break out we would have trouble helping each other. Do you have a method of alleviating this problem?

He then motions for an aide of his to have a scribe make a treaty. When It arrives it says the following.


Both nations signing this treaty agree to the following

1. To lower barriers to trade, and otherwise allow for the easy flow of good with the other signatory nation.

2. To do their best to stop troubles concerning their nation from disrupting trade. Exceptions for outright war.

3. As best as the signatory nations are able they will attempt to protect trade routes from pirates, and other bodies that would disrupt the flow of trade.

4. Should an officially recognized nation attempt to disrupt trade the signatory nations will both attempt to get rid of this pressure as best as they are able, short of war.

5. The nations shall undertake no efforts to put up any new trade barriers towards the other signatory nations, and shall not encourage other nations to do so.

6. agree to the temporary suspension of the treaties obligations in the event of a war, contingent on informing the other party of the war, its reasons for existing, and what conditions they are not going to fulfill.

The Venetian Isles also agree to the following
7. If the contract must be canceled at a later date at the request of the Venetian Isles the Empire is entitled to compensation in the amount of {++ temp econ, delivered over the course of 2 turns}

The Empire also agree to the following
8. If the contract must be canceled at a later date at the request of the Empire the Venetian Isles will be compensated by payment that is the equivalent of {++ temp econ, delivered over 2 turns}

9. The Empire agrees to provide assistance in teaching the basics of magic to the people of the Venetian Isles. {help us get to [+] magic, how is your choice}

[Grimsage Matt]

The Deep Trolls

To the Risen(PM)
The Troll looks impressed and slightly shocked. "My lord, we are honored by your offer, but we feel that it would be unjust for us to accept. That is a smybol to your people, and your blade is a Sul'yas-tiv, a extension of your soul. And, for our people, freindship is more valuble then all the tresures of earth and the gray fields. And, as always for us, the reward lies in the making. May the friendship between our peoples last till the the gates of time crack."
OOC; The reason for turning down your blade wasn't a petty one. It's taboo for them to acept a item thats so strongly attuned to a people or person unless it's for safe keeping, and always to be returned later. It's also true about they find their reward in the making of things. They don't hoard, but rather often give their work as tokens. For them, it's the making that counts, not the ownership.

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire

To: The Venetian Isles [+]

"If a foe should attack you, you would have some difficulty counter-attacking due that lack of non-naval forces, would you not? We would face a similar problem if confronted by a naval enemy. If we were to make it known that an attack on one of us would mean a war with the other, this imbalance of forces which we both seem to possess would likely be counterbalanced, allowing for an effective counter-attack against the aggressor. That would likely cause at least some additional consideration as to whether a potential victim could successfully counter-attack.

If that is not sufficient, then we will not press the issue.

As for the treaty...<the man pauses to read it carefully>...while I approve of this treaty in spirit, I'm afraid that in its execution this treaty might be considered unbalanced. In particular, I feel that the ninth term is rather unrelated to the goal of opening trade, and is not counterbalanced. I would be willing to negotiate something of that form separately from this treaty, but not as a rider for our agreement of trade.

If this treaty were signed, some might see it as the Empire admitting to having an inferior position within our relations, due to the treaty favoring the Venetian Isles, something that would likely be ill-recieved elsewhere. If the ninth term were removed, I would gladly sign this, but until then I'm afraid that such is not possible."

To: The Deep Trolls [PM]
"It is good to find that, despite the passage of millenia, you have not changed, though I must insist upon giving you something, at least. Call it vanity, but I would rather not have a guest leave with less than was brought. If not a token, then perhaps I can at least offer a unique experience."
As the Emperor sets His blade down upon the floor, the marble at the front of the room begins to slide aside, revealing a open to the sky. At the far end of the courtyard rests an opened gateway of black ivory. Beyond it is an endless expanse of grey unmarred by color. A small group of people are coming through the gate, and are greeted by the three people who were waiting in the courtyard. You recognize their garb as that of the guild of artisans, which was founded within the original Patria by a small group of Deep Trolls.
"Though not quite a crack in the gates of time, it is a fairly good passage through the gates of death."

OOC: No problem. Thank you for explaning a bit more regarding the culture.

[Grimsage Matt]

The Deep Trolls

To the risen(PM)

As soon as he sees they grey he's suddenly, visably shocked. "The gates of time goes by a few diffrent names, the doors of midnight, the foundingstone of linear conceptions, it's a metaphorical name for time itself. And it will be good to work with you agian.
As for a fully open gate to the Gray fields, you are taking precautions so the ashen pit does not gain a foothold? We already know one of their touched legions are free in this world.
OOC; He's impreesed, but read the message I sent to the corrupted that I said anyone could read. It's not that he dissaproves of the gate, but rather that they know some of the denizens aren't what you call freindly.

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire

To: The Deep Trolls [PM]
"I am aware of this corrupted army. They actually sent an emissary asking for help reinforcing their magics. I'm afraid that he passed through the gates of the dead in the traditional manner...

I agree that it is good to have found a friend in these times. The past few years have been somewhat lonely."

[Grimsage Matt]

The Deep Trolls

To the Risen(PM)
We've also had a embassary from them. We didn't send them back to their true masters, mostly because we'd like to learn how they got here first. That, and the bastard managed to claim hospilatly before we could gut him. As soon as we can find out how they got in, we'll inform the Toh-or that the defences have been breached. Will you permit them acess from the Fields from your gate when if they come? And, we built wonders the last time, hopfuly they'll rise agin.OOC; DM approval needed for the Toh-or. Basicaly see them as a nation of totaly honorbound trolls that are totaly devoted to a task. As it has been for the last three and a half million years, it's been laying a constant sige of hell. Not to breach it, but to make sure it don't get out. They also take Hospitality very seriously. Harming a guest that invokes guest rights or ambassador rights is shameful beyond any hope of redemption what so ever. Of course, if someone they don't like is killed in their allies place (And by don't like I mean hellspawn, my guys will get along with almost anything else), they won't ask if they invoked the rights or not.
To the DM
Say, remeber the Toh-or from the poem? What if they decided that they needed to guard hell, to make sure none of its denizens escaped? Mostly, because whiles it's not the genreal and his goblin hordes, they could help them cross to here....

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire

To: The Deep Trolls [PM]
"I will gladly permit your allies passage through my realm within the grey void into these lands, if they should seek it.

I can see that you are concerned as to whether hospitality was breached. Since the emisarry did not reach hailing distance of any citizen of Patria before his death, I can state with some confidence that no such right was claimed.

Alt color 1
To: The Deep Trolls [PM]
"I will gladly permit your allies passage through my realm within the grey void into these lands, if they should seek it.

I can see that you are concerned as to whether hospitality was breached. Since the emisarry did not reach hailing distance of any citizen of Patria before his death, I can state with some confidence that no such right was claimed.

Alt color 2
To: The Deep Trolls [PM]
"I will gladly permit your allies passage through my realm within the grey void into these lands, if they should seek it.

I can see that you are concerned as to whether hospitality was breached. Since the emisarry did not reach hailing distance of any citizen of Patria before his death, I can state with some confidence that no such right was claimed.

[Grimsage Matt]

The deep trolls

To the risen(PM)
"Thank you. Also, good to know bout the hellspawn"OOC; DM approval needed for the Toh-or, so they might not be around, it's mostly a idea I pitched to the DM. Also, ya, my guy knows that theres ways to kill before they get into hailing distance, but, considering it's hellspawn, they don't ask. While they might put on a patient face for the corrupted.... heres a line of one of their poplular drinking songs; "99 hellapwn up on the wall, Hacked one to bits, 98 hellspawn left to kill on the wall..."
To DM
The Toh-or, would almost never be concered with the affiars of the living world, existing only to make sure no hellspawn escapes. They also might not be able to move aginst the corrupted, and so enlist the General and his goblionoids to take care of matters for them. It's just a idea.

[hydroplatypus]

The Venetian Isles
morale: +

To the Risen Empire

Fair enough, the 9th term was not the most important part of the treaty, and I'll have a new version drawn up. Aside from that term all of the others would likely be the same. As for the military alliance, you make a good point. As you have no enemies we approve this agreement in principle. We would however like to have a more formal treaty presented for this.

{OK, assume the new trade treaty has all terms except 9th as the same. Figured you might let that slide, but oh well.}

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire
Morale: +++++ ++-

To: The Venetian Isles [+]
{ooc}I would approve of it, save that agreeing would have suggested that you are the stronger party, something that would not be politically expedient...{/ooc}

"I am glad that we have come to an agreement."
The representative produces a quill, and briefly writes at the bottom of the trade treaty. Shortly afterwards, a series of golden runes appears where the quill was used. The quill is then carefully stored away.
"As for a defensive pact, perhaps these terms would be acceptable?"
The representative uses some of his own parchment, and a standard quill and ink pot to write out terms roughly corresponding to the ones below.

1.) The signatory nations agree that, should war be formally declared against another signatory then this shall be considered a formal declaration of war against all signatory nations.

2.) The signatory nations agree that, should an undeclared act of war occur against another signatory, then this shall be considered an undeclared act of war against all signatory nations.

3.) In the event of a declaration of war upon the nations signatory to this treaty, peace negotiations are to be carried out between the collective nations, and not with individual signatories.

4.) If a signatory nation should declare war upon another nation, and this declaration is not a response to an undeclared act of war, then no other signatory is obligated to join the war.

5.) A signatory may withdraw from this treaty peacefully by gifting +++ temporary econ for one turn.

6.) This treaty is to be considered as a boilerplate. It may be offered to other nations by any signatory, and upon the acceptance of the other nations signatory to this treaty it will be considered binding to all nations.



To: The Grim [PM]

"Were there any other issues for discussion?"
Below, a venerable mage steps through the portal.
"Ah, Alcinus has arrived. It seems that we finally have an imperial thaumaturge.

[hydroplatypus]

The Venetian Isles
Morale: +

To the Risen Empire

Antonio signs his name at the bottom of the trade treaty, and hands it to an aide who rushes away to archive it.

He then saysThe defense treaty seems mostly agreeable to us, however we are concerned about the final clause. If the treaty can be unilaterally expanded it has to potential to draw us into wars involving nations we don't care for. We propose it be changed to the following

He quickly pens something down. It says
6.) This treaty is to be considered as a boilerplate. It may be offered to other nations upon the agreement of at least 2/3 of the signatory nations. If at any point there are less than 3 nations in the treaty than all parties must agree

Although this limits the expansion of the treaty it also ensures that we don't end up defending nations that everyone hates because one party found it convenient.

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire

Morale: +++++ ++-

To: The Venetian Isles [+]

"So you would make it slightly easier for others to join the pact, only requiring a supermajority rather than a unanimity? Very well, then.

I would like to request one thing, though, before I call for the Emperor's signature. Who are you presently allied with, and who do you presently oppose?"

[Nemesis67]

The Jack Collective
Morale +++

To the Deep Trolls:
Greetings Children of the Earth,
The Collective would like to discuss how our two nations could aid one another, if you're willing to hear our offer. In addition, we are also curious as to your opinions of the Harmonium Empire...

-Jack 35

To the Queendom of Faluna (PM):
"Simply put, in the Collective's eyes, the Harmonium are a threat that is not going to go away or peacefully settle down. They will keep on expanding until the day they rule this entire continent, and the more time they have to consolidate their current holdings, the more powerful they become. As such, we have begun taking steps to prevent that outcome. With our allies, we have the power to match them on land. But on the sea... They still hold the advantage. Which is why we came to you. We know you don't wish to go to war, but there isn't another option. Either we fight now or later. And a coalition holds a better chance now before the Empire annexes further territories and annihilates nations. We can have the upper hand in the war, as long as we have support from the other powers of this land. Or we can be divided and slaughtered."

To the Isle of Dhevan (PM)
OOC: I think I'll use the same speech for both the Isle and the Queendom, if that's alright by you. ... I feel lazy. :smallfrown:

[Grimsage Matt]

The deep trolls
Morale 3

To the risen(PM)
"There's nothing else, and congraulations on your thaumaturge. May I use the old tunnel to head back? I didn't use it on the way here due to what we thought might happen if we poped up in the middle of your city."

To the Jack Collective
"We aren't the children of the earth, that would be the dwarves. We are the Ironborn. As for us aiding one another... Were slightly, offput by what you are. As for the Harmonium empire, we are slightly confused about how we going to feel with them. One fraction thinks tunneling under their citys and planting exploisives is a good idea. The more extreme ones call for scorching it with stoneblood oil. The peaceful fraction thinks gathering allies and sowing their fields with salt would be a wise course of action. In other words, they've mad us mad. Normaly, we're not very bloodthirsty."

[oblivion6]

OOC: next turn will come up later

to grimsage only
the comment about the goblin hordes was just a joke. to remind ragingrage of a past game

queendom of faluna to the corrupted[PM]
while we do not wish to be involved directly in this affair at this time we may be willing to provide the funds needed for you to purchase mercenarys

queendom of faluna to jacks collective[PM]
we do not wish to beinvolved directly at this time. however we may be willing to provide funds so you can purchase ships and the necessary crews

isle of dhevan to jacks collective[PM]
very well. we will commit a portion of our navy th the conflict. however understand that i will not have them bear the brunt of any fighting. but they will be there to aid you

the consortium to risen empire[PM]
we will accept your reprasentitive

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted

To the Queendom of Faluna [pm]
Those funds would be appreciated, and should be enough to end the Harmonion scourge once and for all. Might we get an estimate of how much you will be contributing, so we can plan accordingly?

[oblivion6]

queendom of faluna to the corrupted[PM]
we are also giving money to your friends who are inquiring about our navy. total i would say about [+++++ ++] temp ECO

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted Mor:+++++ +

To the Queendom of Faluna [pm]
By "friends" you mean the Jack Collective? I was unaware that they had contacted you, but thank you for your aid!
To the Jack Collective
The Queendom told us you were asking them for aid? You could have told us that, as opposed to us both bombarding them with requests..
To the Dwarves
((Not sure if I'm allowed to post this yet, but I don't think it really matters))
Now that we have driven out the goblins, or at least weakened them significantly, do you agree that it is time to take the fight to the Harmonium Empire? We have already secured allies in the form of the mountain and fire giants, along with the queendom of faluna; but with your aid we could crush them entirely.

[hydroplatypus]

The Venetian Isles
morale: +

To the Risen Empire

Ah. We seem to have had a misunderstanding of the original terms. I thought that the original terms would have let any member unilaterally allow additional members in. If it would have required unanimous agreement then we will accept the original terms, on the condition that they are reworded such that anyone else approached about this will not be confused.

As to our allies and enemies, we don't have many. We have trade agreements with the Harmonium, the Vale and the Consortium. In addition we have a non-agression pact with the Harmonium. Other then that we don't have any known enemies or military allies. We have mostly kept to ourselves until recently.

{OOC: sorry about the treaty confusion. Don't actually bother re-writing it, unless we are presenting it to a third party. Unanimous is fine}

[oblivion6]

beginning of turn 2

operation goblin hole: during the spring a daring coalition of dwarves, demon touched and even a force of deep trolls took the battle to the goblin hordes that were laying siege to the dwarven alliance. this coalition successfully crushed the hordes, clearing their filth from the besieged dwarven towns.

steam line system?: the deep trolls have approached many nations of the continent with the suggestion of a multi nation steam rail network. if the trolls go through with this it could boost the economys of the mainland tremendously

rumours of war: across the continent there are mutterings of war moving ever closer as the nagarean theocracy builds up its already formidable army for use against the harmonioum empire. in response to this the empire has instated its own draft of the population virtually taking just about every able bdied man not necessary to support its infrastructure to serve in the army. the empire gains [++++] MIL and [+] navy

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted Morale: +++++ +

To the Deep Trolls
We would be interested in contributing, and subsequently benefiting from this railroad you mentioned. It would, hopefully, provide a much-needed benefit to our economy.
Also, we hope that you take our actions with the dwarves as at least a small sign of our good nature -- we are not like the demons who you spoke of, just waging war without reason.
To the Gnomes
Would you happen to have any more technologies related to navy/mil? In addition, would you have any about espionage?

[Grimsage Matt]

The Deep trolls
Morale 4

To the Dwarves
"We're sorry we did not inform you of our plans to battle the goblins. We were planing on this spring expadition to be a scouting force, then to return with cirten experimental weapons. Nonethless, we're glad the goblins have been crushed, and if you need anything from the Deep Trolls, you know the tunnels leading to us."

To the corrupted
We'll be willing to work with you on the railway, but if I may be completly honest? We'll never trust you completly. It's nothing personal, it's just that we've seen what the hells can do to people, and old hurts rarely go away completly.

To everyone on the mainland(Minus the Harmonium empire)
The Deep Trolls would like to annonce that we are ready to start laying the rail systems down, if any express intrest. The benifits of the Rail system would inculde much faster travel, rivialing all but the fastest of airships, and capable of carrying a good deal more cargo. This would allow trade to explode withen your nations. And there is a millitary benifit as well. The abillity to evacuate quicker, deploy troops to the battlefront faster and you can save more lives by reducing the time needed to carry them to a healer. But, let this rail system stand as a smybol of a unitied conteint, aginst expansionist maruaders.

To the Fire giants
We hear that you plan on making war with the Harmonium Empire. Mind if we join in next spring?

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted Morale: +++++ +

To the Dwarves, Mountain Giants, and Fire Giants
I think that we should definitely bring war to the Harmonium Empire soon. The Queendom of Falona has contributed a large amount of temp economy, which we can use to purchase mercenaries. From what we have gathered and deduced, this is our general outlook in the situation:
+++++ +++ mil from the fire and mountain giants.
+++++ +++ mil from the Corrupted
+++++ mil from the dwarves
However, we are currently low on navy. We Corrupted would be willing to contribute +- navy, but it something we should likely spend most of the temp econ on.
Now, to decide on the temp econ.
I'd like to have a bit more mil, and at a rate of 2 mil for each temp econ we spend we'd only need to spend something like ++ temp econ on these mercenaries (giving us ++++ mil). The rest we could spend on ships, hiring both the hellraisers and any other mercenary ships we could afford.
So, to total things up, we will have +++++ +++++ +++++ +++++ +++++, and hopefully enough navy (as we are unsure how much navy we'll be able to hire). With this overwhelming force, I think we should march ASAP, to not let the Harmonium Empire grow stronger.
I would also request that we do not accept additional nations into this coalition: we have enough and more people would do nothing but result in less spoils for each of us. However, if anything in the plan seems bad, please do not hesitate to raise that point. Otherwise, I will assume that you accept it and that we shall march against the Harmonium Empire [at EOT]
TO BATTLE!

To the Hell Raisers
We would like to hire ++ temp econ worth of mil (++++ mil) and the ++++ navy you have. Could you tell us what the full price will be?

[hydroplatypus]

The Venetian Isles
morale: +++

Sitting in his office Antonio is doing some paperwork, when a messenger come in to tell him some news.

Sir the fleet that we sent to scout for possible colonies has come back. Their captain wants to speak to you.

Antonio immediately gets up and walks down to the docks to go and speak with the captain.

Captain, how has your mission gone? did you find anything of value for us?

Yes, the expedition has been a success. We have found several locations that would appear to be potential colony locations. They promise to greatly increase our prestige as a nation. I reccommend we work on colonizing these islands immediately.

Indeed, I intend to get the fleet moving to do so as quickly as possibble.

To the Isle of Dhevan

A ship bearing the colors of the Venetian Isles pulls into a port of Dhevan. It bears a representative of the Venetian Isles, who is coming to negotiate with the Isle of Dhevan.

[oblivion6]

gnomes to corrupted
again i will notify you in the quicktopic tomorrow

isle of dhevan[PM]
you are greeted by high captain samuel. "what can we do for you?"

hellraisers to the corrupted[+++++]
lets say about [+++++] temp ECO per season

fire giants to corrupted[+++++ +]
the deep trolls request we let them in on this. they seem to be commiting troops next spring but by then it will probably all be over

fire giants to deep trolls[PM]
you must talk to the corrupted about aiding us. also battle will be joined by the time the leaves fall(fall) by next spring it will be too late

[Grimsage Matt]

The Deep Trolls
Morale 4

To the corrupted
We would like to get in on this war. We were plaing on refining and testing something this year and deploying it in the spring, but we'll step up research. To be honest, we had planed on testing them aginst the goblins, but. We'll send what we have this fall.

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted Morale: +++++ +

To the Fire Giants/Deep Trolls
Ok, you can bring your invention. Just make sure it doesn't backfire or anything.
To the Hell Raisers
Acceptable. Your payment will be part of the EoT, and we expect your troops fighting with us.

[Grimsage Matt]

The Deep Trolls
Morale 4

To the Fire giants/ The corrupted
Ah, but fire's what it's supossed to do. We're fairly positive the Dragonmaw will scorch the harmonium empire. We had planed on testing them aginst the Goblins, but. Life.
OOC; Flame throwers baby:smallcool: need a light? Now with 55% more naplam in the morning. (Made from white prhosprous, so, :belkar:)

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles
morale: +++

To the Risen Empire

Given the military buildup that is occurring near our nation we will be presenting the Alliance treaty to the Isle of Dhevan, so that their Navy can reinforce ours if we should be dragged into this war. We do not intend to be dragged in, however we want to prepare for the possibility. Will you consent to their membership?

Additionally the people of our islands are lacking in magical ability, and we wish to learn from your people, who are clearly ahead of us in this field. We propose the following. That we provide + temp econ and you send people to teach our people the basics magic. We will continue to provide this econ until we have learned the basics.


To the Isle of Dhevan [PM]

The representative asks to be brought to the leaders of the Isle so that he can discuss a mutual defense treaty that the Isle would like to offer them entry into.

[Nemesis67]

Jack Collective
Morale +++

To the Corrupted (PM)
Apologies. It had seemed you had the military aspect in hand so we sought out those nation with navies we could call on. From this, we've gotten support from the Isle of Dhevan. A portion of their navy, though they don't want to bear the brunt of the attack. With all of this... I think we may stand a fair chance of winning. Is there any thing else we should do to prepare?

-Jack 35

To the Isle of Dhevan (PM)
OOC: How much navy specifically?

Thank you for your support. The Collective will remember your aid.

-Jack 35

To the Deep Trolls (PM)
Apologies. Ironborn. Your wariness is understandable. We know we can be... offputting, but hopefully you can look past that. We see that you have already communicated with the Corrupted, so the issue of the Harmonium is settled. Well, it won't be settled until all that remains of them is ruins, but only Fate knows whether that will be. Once they have been dealt with, we will return to discuss treaties with you.

Until then, good luck.
-Jack 35

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted

To the Jack Collective
We do have enough mil, and that navy will be of assistance (and will also probably what we will be spending the majority of the temp econ on) I think that what you have done is sufficient, thank you.

[oblivion6]

hellraisers to the corrupted[++++]
we will be there. time to settle the score

isle of dhevan to the venetian isles[PM]
you are led into a room dominated by a massive table in the center of the room. one of the chairs to the right of the high captain is empty. he gestures for you to take a seat. "the council will listen to yur request"

isle of dhevan to the corrupted/jacks collective[PM]
the isle is commiting [+++++] navy to the effort.

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted

To the Isle of Dhevan
Thank you, your assistance will surely allow us to win.
To the Hellraisers
Excellent.

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles
morale: +++

To the isle of dhevan

With the recent military buildups that are occurring nearby we felt that it would be prudent to negotiate a defensive alliance with you. We are both Naval nations, but standing apart we would be devestated should a war break out. But if we stand together we surely could not fall.

Now we have a defensive alliance with The Risen Empire, as it is commonly called, and wish to offer you entry into our existing treaty {with this he presents a copy to the others in the room}. Your entry will be dependent on the acceptance of the risen Empire, but if they don't accept then we are willing to negotiate a different treaty to ally solely our nation if we are attacked.

After giving them some time to look over the treaty he asks "so, what do you think of this"

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted Morale: +++++ +

To the Deep Dwarves
Also, would you be willing to sell the schematics for that invention you are bringing?
I also find it humorous -- you loathe us one day and the next, you're asking for our permission to bring your experimental weapons to a war organized by yours truly. Just something to think about.
To the Gnomes
The transaction will occur at EoT, if all goes well, and we thank you for your acceptance of our offer.

[Grimsage Matt]

The Deep Trolls
We view it more as soundin out your fighting skill while having a practical chance to test a new weapon.

[Nemesis67]

Jack Collective
Morale +++

To the Corrupted (PM)
So would this mean you don't require our service in the actual battles? Our forces may not be our specialty, but they're enough to be significant.

If not, I'll leave the war to you. Good luck and Fate guide you.
-Jack 35

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted

To the Jack Collective [PM]
We definitely have enough troops, but we thank you for your offer.
To the Venetian Isles
We respect you as a major naval superpower, and are aware how that may result in your colonization of many places. As we ourselves were thinking of setting up colonies, we would ask for some general information on where not to go; so our forces do not accidentally collide.

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles
morale: +++

To corrupted

Our colonies are {where the colonies are}. In addition we are planning further colonies {wherever they are} and are going to explore for more potential locations {a 3rd location}. We would appreciate it if you would stay away from these areas, but we have no problem with you establishing colonies on lands not in these areas.

[oblivion6]

beginning of turn 3

war in the west!!!: it has finally happened, the west has been engulfed in war. the nagarean theocracy invaded and annexed the small nation of dalmasca eliminating the only barrier between it and the great harmonioum empire.

as if that wasnt enough a daring coalition made up of many unlikely members took the fight to the harmonioum empires land. the attack was not a suprise as the coalition had hoped and they took very heavy losses, but still they fought on pushing the empire back from its defensive line in a stunning display of bravery. harmonioum empire loses [+++++ +++++] army and [+++++ ++] navy. dwarves lose [++++-] army. giants lose [+++] army. hellraisers lose[+++] army. corrupted lose [++-] army. the corrupted, dwarves, deep trolls, giants and hellraisers gain [++] WO

beginnings of the industrial age: the deep trolls have begun the 1st steps on their journey to a transcontinental railroad system. beginning in the dwarven nations. is this the beginning of a new industrial era?

"there are strange folk abroad": throughout the continent there have been reports of strange, black hooded men nosing around in the major cities. their purpose is unknown

whispers in the dark: the miners and local citizens that inhabit the zexan consortiums holdings in the north have been experienceing strange dreams and hearing strange voices in the night. this all seems to be centered around a recently uncovered mine

fall has come to the continent and it is a dark time indeed.

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted

To all involved in the war
We may have suffered heavy losses, but our heads should stay high: we, together, have conquered a most mighty foe. I hope that we will all remember each other in the future, if one of us is attacked by a foreign power. Until then, however, we bid you all good luck and a good future.
To the Zexian Consortium
The soldiers of the corrupted do not fear strange dreams. Let us investigate the mine and we will uncover the root of the problem.
To the Deep Trolls
We would like to be part of the railway project, and would ask if there is any aid you would appreciate of us.

[Grimsage Matt]

The Deep Trolls
Morale 4

to all involved in the war
Your statment is almost accurate, but by our estimates, they still have +++++ ++ Army and +++ navy left. So, while they are shattered, they're still a power.

To all who are intrested in a Rail system
We've begun the internal rail system for the Dwarven alliance, and if you are intrested, we'd like to help usher in a new age of commerce for the contenit.

To the corrupted
We'll begin work on a internal system. If you'd contriubte to the metarials, we'll start work on a internal version, then expand it as others agree to it.

To the Zexian Consortium
As the problems you've had are underground, we'll take a look.

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire

Morale: +++++ ++-

To: The Venetian Isles[+++]:

"The Emperor assents to their inclusion.

As for the proposal to exchange knowledge, I feel that your suggestion would be acceptable. I estimate that the exchange will be completed to satisfaction within two and a half years."


To: The Deep Trolls[PM]:

"Of course, my friend. One thing, though, before you leave.

I've heard that there is a rail system of some form being constructed. I would be rather interested in having this empire connected to such a system."

General rumours[+]:

Word begins to spread that a strange structure has begun to be constructed in the north. The Thaumaturgist's Keep, plucked from a time long since past...

[hydroplatypus]

Ventian Isles
morale:+++

Antonio sits in a meeting of the council, attempting to look interested in the matters being discussed. His mind is actually thinking about the recent colonization efforts that have been undertaken by the Isles. While the colonies are underway it will likely take a while to actually get them up to the standards the isles enjoy. At least the negotiations with the Empire have gone well he thinks.

His thoughts are interrupted when a messenger enters the council chambers with urgent news. Councilors, Grand Admiral I have urgent news that needs to be reported immediately. Recently war has broken out between the Harmonium and the Theocracy. The Theocracy has gathered a coalition of the following nations; the corrupted, dwarves, deep trolls, giants and hellraisers. He goes on to elaborate on the recent happenings of the war.

Antonio thinks hard on this. He then asks Is there any indication that either side intends to drag us into the war? When he receives the answer no he says Then we shall continue as before, although we will take precautions against any action that may drag us in in the future.

[Grimsage Matt]

The Deep trolls
Morale 4

To the Risen Empire(PM)
We're currently working with the dwarves on a internal system, and the corrupted are intrested. We're planing to start with building internal systems, and expand according to the people who agree to it.

To the Zexian Consortium
As a nation of merchants, would you be intrested in having the rail system? We've sent out general notices, but so far, only the dwarven alliance, the corrupted and the Risen empire have expressed intrest.

To the Vale
Would you be intrested in being part of the Rail network? It promises to greatly expand trade, and we feel that you would like that.

To the the nagarean theocracy
Would you be intrested in being part of the Rail network?

To the Jack Collective
Would you be intrested in being part of the Rail network?

[oblivion6]

zexan consortium to the corrupted/deep trolls[++++]
we are currently taing stock of our weath. we will be hiring a mercenary expedition down there if you too would like to join it

anti harmonioum coalition(you know who you are)[PM]
"what shall we do about the remainder of harmonias forces?" a very large giant speaks to the assembled military leaders

a short broad shouldered dwarf stands up and says "i am afraid to say it but i believe we must withdraw our army from the front line. we suffered very heavy losses and we cant afford to leave our homes and woman undefended. however we will continue to supply you all with our fine arms as well as keep the army on standby in case things go wrong."

general agrian of the hellraisers is silent so far as he consults his notes considering his losses

isle of dhevan to the veneitan isle[PM]
after thinking over the treaty the head of the council speaks up and says "we accept the terms of the treay. about how much total naval strength do you have available? we have a propisition for you

to grimsage only
dwarves: providing ++++ temp econ for the line

the vale: providing +++++ temp econ for the line

zexan consortium: +++++ +++++ temp econ for the line

nagarean theocracy: is interested but the war is draining all their resources

[hydroplatypus]

The Venetian Isles
morale: +++

To the Isle of Dhevan [PM]

Thank you for accepting the treaty, it makes both of our positions more secure. We have recently received word from the Risen Empire that they accept your membership, so you are officially a member.

As to our Naval strength we have [12] Naval Strength (+++++ +++++ ++). What would this proposition be?

[Grimsage Matt]

The Deep Trolls

On the Rail system
We're updating which nations have shown intrest, and wish to remind everyone of the oppertuinities it will bring.
The corrupted, the Risen empire and the nagarean theocracy have shown intrest.
The Dwarves, the Vale and the Zexan consortium have pledged mertials to the effort.
OOC; So, the Total looks like 23 t.Econ will be invested in the project, but thats just so far. Aiming to get most of the contenit in on this. Also, I'll just inculde the basic plans for the rail system here.
We've already started in the dwarven terriotry, and will invest +++++ there (++++ of theirs plus + of ours), as well as the vale/zexan lines (Big merchant and resource places, link em and see the Econ soar). +++++ +++++ ++ Econ will be invested here. The remaining +++++ + will be spent on hooking up either my guys, or one of the other PC nations that wants to join in)

to the queendom of faluna
Would you be intrested in joining the Rail network?

to the laranese gnomes
Would you be intrested in joining the Rail network?

to the bhujibarba
Would you be intrested in joining the Rail network?

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted Morale: +++++ +

To the anti-harmoniums [pm]
We understand that sentiment completely, the general of the corrupted says to the dwarves. We also do think that we should be able to wipe them out [this turn] We ourselves have quite a strong army, and if you (to the giants) contribute even +- mil we should be able to crush their holdings on this continent completely. We will also ask another ally, if they would be willing to contribute a small amount for the final push.
To the Jack Collective
As our initial push into the Harmonium empire was...slightly less successful than we anticipated, we would like to ask for that mil you mentioned earlier. Though I had not anticipated its necessity, thinking that the Harmonium Empire would be easier than it was; our generals must have overestimated our strength resulting in this situation.
We understand if you do not wish to send much, but with some momentum on our side we should be able to finally eradicate them.
To the Laranese Gnomes
That airship you sold us was very interesting, and definitely a useful invention. We would ask if you have any improvements to it; or new technologies related to mil/navy for sale.
Re: Railway
We of the Corrupted would be glad to contribute ++ econ this turn to the railway. We would also offer some of our soldiers as guards to make sure no filthy saboteurs slow progress.
To the Zexan Consortium
We, unfortunately, will likely be unable to aid you in this endeavor. Our most sincere apologies and we hope that you eradicate whatever it is that is causing this peculiar magic.
EDIT:
To the Venetian Isles
We would like to claim the isle {here} as a site for a potential colony of ours.

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles
morale: +++

To the Corrupted

We agree to acknowledge your claim on the island, and to not claim it ourselves.

[oblivion6]

anti harmonioum coalition[PM]
the giants pledge to you their full support while the dwarves have decided to keep [-] army here on the western shores to help. the hellraisers have also decided to commit even more troops to the battle free of charge[++++] army.

about halfway through the meeting an emissary of the nagarean theocracy arrives and reports that it plans to move its forces up through the conquered province of dalmasca and into harmonias southern territories which are largely undefended since the withdrew most of their forces to hold the northern coastal citys

isle of dhevan to venetian isles[PM]
we believe it is about time for us to make a return to the world stage. as our 1st move we have been considering a massive operation against the pirate fleets infesting the western sea. after that we will worry about continental affairs. we were thinking of contributing 15 navy and 5 army to the operation. our agents have already uncovered the location of several of their little hideaways.

bhujibarba to the deep trolls[+++]
we believe it is a good idea however we dont have much of a presence on the ground. much of our trade comes from the zexan consortioums airships. we will contribute ++ temp econ though

queendom of faluna to deep trolls[+++++]
we would love to be part of such a line. however the war has sucked our coffers dry so we cant contribute any wealth

gnomes to deep trolls[PM]
very interesting idea. we considered the idea long ago but we decided to make airships instead. we suppose we can offer some support though. [++] temp reseach and [+++++ ++] temp econ

queendom of faluna to the corrupted[PM]
sir georg, commander of the queendoms military forces arrives at the castle of what was once knight general fuban

"i am sorry for ariving so unexpectedly but this news couldnt wait... my queeen has asked me to imform you that it appears a sizable force of harmonias army is preparing to set out for continent. it seems the emperor himself is with them. the army is quite large and seems to be prepared for anything they might face when they arrive

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles
morale: +++

to The Isle of Dhevan [PM]

We approve of the idea, and are willing to participate in this operation. We are willing to contribute 10 Navy to this operation. Our crews are however trained primarily in fighting defending the isles, so they will be worth about 9 Navy. Unfortunately we have little in the way of an army, so we won't have too many direct contributions in that field. That being said the rewards of this operation will free up our navy and increase trade, hopefully boosting our economy so We might be able to come up with something to do about that.
We are willing to contribute 3 economy (temp) to hire mercenaries to assist in the operation.

I look forward to the continued co-operation of our nations.

[oblivion6]

isle of dhevan to venetian isles[PM]
we believe we have enough marines to make it without mercs. they are just pirates after all. [25] navy should be enough to wipe out most pirate fleets in the western sea. after that we will just send out small specialized fleets of pirate hunters for the clean up of any stragglers

[Nemesis67]

Jack Collective
Morale +++

To the Corrupted: (PM)
We will gladly contribute our troops, though how much help we'll be is in question... We'll talk to the gnomes and see if we can boost our military power in the meantime. Is naval power also required?

-Jack 35

To the Deep Trolls:
We would gladly join the rail network, though we may not have the economic potential to aid its construction at the moment. It depends on some other matters we have interest in and their hopeful resolution... The Harmonium must be defeated before the Collective can focus its efforts on the domestic.

-Jack 35

To the Zexan Consortium:
We have heard rumors of some abnormal activity occurring since you opened a new mine. Maybe due to our nature, we could aid you in investigating the occurrence?

-Jack 35

[oblivion6]

zexan consortium to jacks collective[+++]
we will accept any help we can get. we plan on hiring a small mercenary expedition to send in. the priests and prophets are saying the old gods are stirring. which is pure hoax... i hope

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles
morale: +++

To the Isle of Dhevan

All right, no mercenaries it is. Our fleet will rendezvous with yours shortly. Hopefully this operation goes well.


To the Jack Collective

We have recently heard of the massive war that is going on on the nearby mainland. As it is so near us we would like to gather information about the war. Given your reputation for having information we would like to open negotiations for more detailed information on what is going on, and more specifically if any plans involve us.

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted [Morale: +++++ +]

To Anti-Harmonium Coalition
I think, to minimize future losses while still being able to deal maximal damage, it would be best to link up with your forces and take the undefended land. IF that goes well, we may even be able to take a few of their coastal cities. Would that be acceptable to all involved?
To the Queendom of Faluna
Huh. Do you have any information on the naval strength of the convoy incoming? If we could sink those ships before they landed, the regular soldiers would be almost useless... Perhaps through magic combined with naval strength?
To the Risen Empire
Would we be able to pay you to use some of your magical power for one turn?
To the Jack Coalition
Naval power, would in fact, be likely better. A large convoy from the Harmonium Empire's other continent is coming, and if we were able to crush it before it arrived we would likely reduce their military strength a sizable amount. We would also be able to, if reports are correct, kill their emperor himself. We shouldn't need too much military strength, even + or +- would be fine.

[oblivion6]

anti harmonioum coalition[PM]
they all agree with the plan. the theocracy plans to send [+++++ +] MIL and [++] navy to link up with your forces

queendom to the corrupted[PM]
reports suggest it is quite large. atleast [+++++ +++++] worth of navy. we plan to send a fleet of [+++++] navy up there but they wont likely be much help since theyre mainly river craft not meant for the open sea

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire

Morale: +++++ ++-

To: The Corrupted [+++++ +]

We would potentially be interested, but the price will of necessity need to be higher than what we could otherwise obtain using the magic.

First, though, who is the target? Secondly, how much power is needed?


To: The Consortium[PM]

"Thank you.

My Emperor would like to request that routes of trade be opened between us, and that the various merchants of our domains be allowed to travel to and from the public markets of our cities."

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted [Morale: +++++ +]

To the Risen Empire
Well, as you can likely guess, the target would be the Harmonium Empire. We are currently deliberating on how much magic we would be able to afford, but it would be helpful if you could give us a rough estimate on the ratio of temp eco:temp magic.
To the Queendom
Hmm...their strength is making a magical operation more and more favored. We would be able to use +++ magic to weaken them, but that might not be enough. We contacted the Risen Empire to see if we could use their magic to help, but they demanded some monetary compensation. Do you think you could help with that? We might be able to buy a bit, but likely not enough to make a big enough difference.

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire

Morale: +++++ ++-

To: The Corrupted [+++++ +]

For use against the Harmonium, we are prepared to invest up to +++++ +++++ magic.

The opportunity cost of this investiture is estimated at ++- temporary econ per point of magic invested. Due to the potential threat posed by the target, we are prepared to invest at an equal rate, and to make the payment possible over multiple turns.

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted Morale: +++++ +

To the Risen Empire
As I am not sure I understood you correctly: you wish ++- temp econ per + magic; with + temp econ paid up front and the other +- temp econ paid at a later date?

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire

Morale: +++++ ++-

To: The Corrupted [+++++ +]

If that is the division that you wish to use. Alternative arrangements would also be acceptable.

You could, for example, request the use of all the magic which we are making available and in exchange pay ++- each turn afterwards for ten turns, or you could request ++++ and pay +++++ this turn and the next. It is the choice of you and your allies which distribution method is to used.

Once that is agreed upon, the only remaining issue is the use of the magic on the target of your choice.

[oblivion6]

consortium to risen empire[+++++ +]
of course we will open up the trade routes

queendom to the corrupted[PM]
i suppose we may be able to pledge about [+++++] temp econ this season. the rest is tied up on other projects

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire

Morale: +++++ ++-

To: The Corrupted [+++++ +]

I suppose that it should also be mentioned that we would be willing to exchange on other scales.

As an example, if you were willing to provide us with a permanently committed + of military, naval, intelligence operatives, artisans, researchers, or mages, we would be willing to lend you +++++ in magical power for use against the harmonium.

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted [Morale:+++++ +++]

To the Risen Empire
We would like to buy ++ magic then. +++++ temp econ will be in your accounts at the EoT.
To the Queendom
If you would transfer that econ to the Risen empire, it would be much appreciated. They are, in exchange for it, lending some of their magical might to our aid.
Also, do you think you could lend your own mages to this operation? We know you do not have many, but they may be extremely useful in this naval battle.
To the Isle of Dhevan
We wonder if you would be able to lend any more naval support to our operations. The Harmoniums are sending a large fleet to reinforce themselves, and with your aid we could crush it. We understand if you are tied up in other matters, but even a small fleet could be pivotal.
To the Nagarean Theocracy
Greetings. We know you are no friend of the Harmonium Empire, and we would therefore beseech you for aid. The Empire is sending a large fleet to reinforce their position, and we do not currently have the naval fleet to take them on ourselves. If you could lend a portion of your navy, we may be able to destroy them while at sea and prevent them from landing any more troops. If you are reluctant to lend direct support in ships, mages would also be useful in the battle.

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire

Morale: +++++ ++-

To: The Corrupted [+++++ ++-]

Very well, then. A redactor shall be dispatched to aid you in your efforts against the Harmonium.

[Nemesis67]

Jack Collective
Morale +++

To the Venetian Isles
Would this be a one-time exchange of information or do you wish to discuss a more lasting agreement?

-Jack 35

To the Corrupted
Would + Mil and +++ Navy be enough to aid the Harmonium's defeat?

-Jack 35

[oblivion6]

queendom to the corrupted[PM]
we will pledge [+++] magic to the effort

isle of dheva to the corrupted[+++++]
we will see what can be spared from our other operations

nagarea theocracy to the corrupted[+++++ +]
we can pledge [++++] navy and [++] magic to the operation. the rest of our resources will be going towards eliminating their presence here

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted [Morale: +++++ +++]

To the Jack Collective
That should be enough, thank you.
To the Queendom
Thank you for your continued assistance!
To the Isle of Dhevan
We thank you greatly for your continued effort against the Harmonium empire, you have been vital in allowing the war to continue.
To the Nagarean Theocracy
We thank you greatly for your offered aid.

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles
morale: +++

To the Jack collective

We would be interested in an agreement for the duration of the war between the coalition and the harmonium. When that ends we will likely have little interest in continuing.

[Nemesis67]

Jack Collective
Morale +++

To the Venetian Isles
Before we agree to anything, we need to know your reasons for wanting the information. In this conflict, the Collective prefers the side of the coalition over that of the Harmonium, and due to your ties with the Empire, we are wary of providing any information that may possibly be used against us. If it's solely out of a desire of self preservation, then we can talk, but if you plan on trying to prevent them from losing their holdings on this continent... We will have a problem.

-Jack 35

[oblivion6]

beginning of turn 4

fall brought even more war and bloodshed that year

fall of a empire: in the months leading up to winter the daring coalition assisted by the nagarean theocracy succesfully conquered over 75 percent of harmonias remaining holdings here on the continent. while out at sea an even bigger battle raged as the combined fleets met a massive armada of ships coming from other harmonioum holdings elsewhere. it is even rumoured that the emperor was killed in the fighting. empire loses [+++++ +++++ +++++ ++]navy and [+++++ +] army. corrupted loses [+]army and [++] navy. jacks collective loses [-] army. giants lose [++] army. nagarean theocracy loses [+++++] army and navy

anti pirate coalition: in the western ocean an alliance between the veneitan and dhevaian isles took the fight to the brigands who roamed the sea plundering at will. together this fleet struck a massive blow to the foul pirates and succeded in improving the safety of all maritime trade routs.venetian isles lose [++] navy. isle of dhevan loses [+++++] navy

rail lines: the trolls have finally finished the trans-continental rail line hubs in several major nations. now all that remains is to get the steam engines rolling!!

voices in the night: the zexxan consortium has hired a mercenary expedition to see what is going on in their mines... unfortuanatly they never returned. it is clear something sinister is at work down there

gnomes out of stock?: apparently over the past season, someone has bought just about all the technologies they had for sale. the gnomes have promised that they will work to keep up with demand

disaster!!!: in the last week of winter disaster struck. for unknown reasons the sky city of bhujibarba has crashed too the earth, its magical flight ceased to exist causing destruction for miles. thousands are dead. those few known survivors of the disaster are not expected to survive long

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted [Morale: +++++ +++++]

To the people of Bhujibarba
We would offer the lands of the corrupted as a temporary home to you displaced citizens. Many nations respect us ((We have pretty high WO)) and our fortified borders offer you all the safety you need to slowly rebuild. We understand that not all of you may want to come to us, but know that any who do will be accepted completely.
To the Venetian Isles and the Isle of Dhevan
We thank you for your work in eradicating the pirates, and we hope it ushers in a new era of peaceful voyages in the continent.
To the Deep Trolls
We hope you received the ++- temp econ we contributed to the rail line, and ask if you need any more to get things running. We are eager to join in the trade it will bring.
To the Coalition
Success follows success. We've now crushed them both on land, and on sea. We, together, have taken what was the strongest power on this continent and emerged victorious. We have shown the world that, banding together, we can defeat even those who would seem invincible. Oh, what we have done working together.
Now, as the war draws nearer and nearer to the seemingly inevitable end, we must decide how we will go forward. Pushing towards their home continent, likely very well defended, seems an unwise decision. However, that does not mean this alliance need be in vain. I propose that we all sign a defensive alliance: promising aid if any one of us is attacked by a foreign aggressor. If their is conflict among us, we can sort it out in civilized debate; and not quickly progress into war. This alliance would also prevent any opportunistic countries from striking while we are weakened by war, as our combined strength could fend them off.

[Grimsage Matt]

To the people of Bhujibarba
The Deep Trolls will help you rebuild. What happened was a tradgedy. We'll also try and speak to the magus conclave.

voices in the night
As we can all see, something dark is stiring beneath the zexxan consortium. We have many records of old abominations that were sealed away, and feel that this is a sign that one is rising. As the wintwer falls, we'll send a team in. We do not expect to be able to kill whatever is down there, only, and only if all goes well, contain it.

To the The Corrupted
Thank you for the assitence.All that remains is putting the engines rolling, and that should be done by winter.

To the Magus Conclave
Bhujibarba crashed. as they were keeping aloft because of a agreement with you, do you know anything that happened? Currently, our best guess is that either someone set of a nul-arcana bomb or tha magic went wild.

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted [mor:+++++ +++++]

To the Jack Coalition
Greetings, friends. We were wondering if you could spare any of your mighty espionage capabilities to look at the Harmonium Empire's situation back home. Whether they have strong defenses set up, if their people are happy, and other such information that would be vital to deciding whether to pres son to their heart.

[oblivion6]

the coalition
all the participants except the theocracy and the hell raisers agree. theocracy wouldprefer to just determine things on a case by case basis, while the hellraisers signing such a pact goes against their neutrality since they are a company of mercs

they also agree to not press the empire back home. they need time to rebuild

bhujibarba to the corrupted[+++]
agreed. we will set up a temporary goverment in your lands. we thank you for the support

bhujibarba to deep trolls[+++]
you have our thanks

magus conclave to deep trolls[PM]
a tall old man suddenly appears out of nowhere inside your thanes throne room. "we are looking into the matter of bhujibarba. we dont know what happened

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted

To the Coalition
We understand completely, and it is perfectly acceptable.
To Bhujibarba
We are gladdened that you have accepted our offer of hospitality, and would inquire as to whether there was anything that you would in particular desire to aid in the rebuilding process.

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles
morale: +++

To the Jack Collective

For the moment we are only looking for information for self defense. With the Harmonium losing badly I wish to prevent members of the coalition from using their now experienced military forces against me. As We negotiated a trade treaty with the Harmonium it is possible that we will be perceived as a potential ally for the losing Harmonium. We wish to know of any such attempts before-hand, so that we may be prepared. Although we reserve the right to do whatever is best for our nation we are not asking for information that would be easy to use in an offensive war, so their should be no conflict. We will be willing to provide [+] econ/turn in exchange for any information of this nature. Timely reports would be appreciated should anything come up.


To the isle of Dhevan

The Pirate raid has been a great success, and the gratitude that most nations have towards us should work greatly in our favor. You said that you were interested in turning an eye to continental affairs. What exactly did you have in mind?

[oblivion6]

mid turn update

the winter offensive: in the dead of winter the daring coalition launched a massive campaign against the remaining harmonioum troops on the continent, capturing several citys without a fight as the soldiers threw down their arms in surrender. the rest of the citys were taken by force. harmonioum empire ceases to exist as a power on this continent

historic treaty: in a shocking turn of events the dwarves and even the giants took their coalition with the corrupted one step further, announcing a defensive pact between all three of them

bhujibarba: the survivors of the disaster at bhujibarba have announced their plan to set up a temporary goverment in exile within corrupted lands with the full protection of their demonic saviors

isle of dhevan to venetian isles[PM]
we plan on expanding our lands to the coast of the continent. it is obvious we cannot sustain our isolationism any longer

GM to the corrupted only
you gain + WO for taking in bhujibarban refugees. you gain + economy and research for the capturing of the harmonioum cities. you gain +++ worth of army due to harmonioum companys defecting to serve you due to your high morale

GM to venetian isles only
you gain + econ for improving your colonies

[Nemesis67]

Jack Collective
Morale: +++++ -

To the Corrupted
How in depth of an operation do you want us to conduct? And do you solely want us to observe or would you rather us interfere in such a way as to ease any possible, future actions against them? In addition, we must discuss payment. While we do consider yourselves as our friends, we do lose the ability to take alternative operations with the spies we deploy to the Harmonium, therefore denying ourselves potential resource gains. The price would depend on how extensive of an operation you are planning.

-Jack 35

OOC: Also, quick question, am I considered part of the coalition or not? I'm a bit confused...

To the Venetian Isles
So, now that the Empire has been driven off our continent, do you still wish to make this arrangement? In exchange for + Econ per turn from you, we will inform you of any plots against yourself or your interests?

-Jack 35

To the Deep Trolls
Greetings Ironborn,

You say that you believe an abomination has awoken beneath the Zexan's lands and are sending an expedition to attempt to contain it. The Collective would like to offer our support in such an endeavor. We... We have our own memories of such horrors. Our King ventured into the cracks in reality when the Sundering occurred, and encountered things that should not be allowed to persist, If such an entity has begun to awoken... It must be ended.

How can we assist you with this mission?
-Jack 35

To the Magus Conclave
The fall of Bhujibarba was a tragedy and one that has been avoided for years. What exactly happened? We do not wish to imply any negligence or misconduct on your part, we are simply concerned as to any possible connections between this event and the Zexan's hauntings a season ago. If they are related, this could have dire tidings for the future of this world. And, if not, then the possibility of sabotage must be investigated as well.

-Jack 35

To the Zexan Consortium:
The Collective will be sending an expedition to attempt to end the hauntings from the supposed old god. If you have anything you're willing to send to aid us in this, we'll gladly accept. We apologize for overreaching into what may be domestic matters, but we know what horrors the depths of this world contains. And they must not escape their prisons.

-Jack 35

[ragingrage]

The Corrupted

To the Jack Collective
You are a part of the coalition, but can choose if you want to join the alliance. We solely desire you to observe the stat of their defenses there, and see how strong their forces remain. We don't wish any offensive action to be taken, as it will likely be a while before we plan an attack. Along those lines, we don't require the operation this turn; but we would be interested in how much the price would be if we were to request it for a turn. ((not buying it this turn, sorry))

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles
morale: +++

To Jack Collective

Given our non-existant espionage network we would still be interested in this arrangement.


To the Isle of Dhevan

You mention expanding onto the continents. What exactly did you have in mind?

[oblivion6]

isle of dhevan to the venetian isles[PM]
with the collapse of the empire we plan to take some of their former lands for ourselves. there is also the matter of our longstanding feud with the nagarean theocracy

[oblivion6]

beginning of turn 5

summer time was not the joyous occasion many looked forward too after a harsh winter and only a mild spring

rail line:the deep trolls have succesfully completed its rail line months ahead of schedule. all land based factions gain + to economy due to ease of access to trade routs and alll that

the deep mine: during the spring both the deep trolls and jacks collective mounted a large expidition to the mines in zexan territory. inside they encountered unspeakable horrors from another age, making it clear something ancient is stirring. they managed to contain the threat temporarily but only just barely

end of the gnomes?: the gnomes have announced that together with the corrupted and the bhujibarban exiles they have decided to forge a new empire and herald in an era of peace(as if that will happen in TW)

disaster: an expadition from the magus conclave has made it quite clear that the collapse of bhujibarba was in fact caused by a large amount of "wild magic"

[ragingrage]

THE REFORGED KINGDOM [Morale:++++ +++++ ++]

The Corrupted, The Gnomes, the Bhujibarbans. Alone, each may experience small prosperity. Together, we could become so much more; accomplish so many more great deeds. And it is in that spirit that I announce to you all that all three nations have decided to join together as members of the Reforged Kingdom. To those who desire safety, protection, and the opportunity to be part of something greater than themselves: I encourage you all to send a message.

To the Deep Trolls/Zexian Consortium/Jacks
Could we ask you to share the info on this unspeakable horror that you gathered? We would love to be of assistance in combating it.
To the Magus Conclave
Do you have any idea of why there was so much wild magic?
To the Deep Trolls
We thank you for the rail line, and hope it will usher in a new age of prosperity for the continent.

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles
morale: +++

To Dhevan [PM]

Although the Theocracy was likely weakened by the recent war tey will not exactly be a push over. And you cannot overlook the other land-based powers which may get involved. Such as the other members of the coalition. It is likely that they are on good terms with each other. There is also the fact that we do not have a very significant army. While you might be able to hold any lands we would conquer the Venetian Isles would not. We are not prepared for a land war, at least not yet. So for the moment we will have to say no to a war of conquest. however should you get other powers involved to provide the land army we may reconsider and join you.

[oblivion6]

dhevan to venetian isles[PM]
we did not plan to make our move this season. we plan to spend the next 2 or 3 seasons laying the groundwork for our takeover

zexan consortium to the expedition(trolls, jacks and reforged kingdom)[++++]
demons and even fouler things infest the deep tunnels of the mine. we managed to contain them but it cost us many lives and without further aid we will be overrun within a few months

OOC: few months=next turn

magus conclave to reforged kingdom
it is clearly from some sort of magical generator that clearly backfired

gnomes to deep trolls
it has been fun competing with you in the technological fields. though we are joining the reforged kingdom we hope you keep up the fine work you have done

??? to the reforged kingdom[PM]
it is late one night when a familiar figure from long ago makes his appearance in your throne room. "greetingssss, knight general fubar" he says with a lisp. "or ssshould i say king fubar? my massster has ssent me here to ask you to meet with him if you are interessted in holding onto your land when ssshe makes her return to this pathetic world. if you are agreed then i ssshall take you to her."

[ragingrage]

The Reforged Kingdom

To the Expedition
We may be able to lend aid, but deliberation with the other members of leadership in the kingdom will be necessary.
To the Magus Conclave
And idea who's magical generator this could be? What nations would have the capability to build one?
To ???
The king will leave with the emissary. He will be carrying a weapon, however. And armour. The best he has, in fact.

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire

To: The Zexan Consortium, and the Expedition [++++]

A robed citizen of the empire approaches, and informs you:
"We have taken notice of reports of demons emerging from a mine. We are prepared to offer our aid in this matter, in exchange for relatively minor compensation."

[Grimsage Matt]

To the World
The Demons are at the door. The time has come once more. We have seen before the hordes coming sweeping from the endless darkness, and each time they have nearly extinguished the world. They come once more. Before them, there is no diffrent races, no seperation of tribe or nation. They are the bloody whirlwind, the horde of locests. Either we stand as one, or fall alone to the abyssal darkness. We issue the call to arms. For when they breach the gates of night and swarm over the threshold, The Deep Trolls will do as we have always done, and stand aginst them. The battle will be far from cirten, but this is a war that, if you wish for peace or not, will come to us. And Fubar, this is your chance at redemption.
OOC; All of my WO is on this, +++++ ++.

The Zexxan Constortium
A Contingent of Deep Trolls, primarly artilliry, arrives on the Train. They move to the mine entrance and commence building fortifcations, Artilliry Embankments and try and turn the entrance around the entrance of the mine into a veritible killing feild, full of dead drops, dead ends, ambush sites, traps and land mines.

[ragingrage]

The Reforged Kingdom

Let it not be said that corruption cannot be driven out. Let it not be said that shackles can not be broken. Let it not be said that there is no such thing as redemption. Let it not be said that freedom is a lost cause. Let it not be said that ones fallen so far can never return to light.
For we will march against the demonic invasion in the Zexian Consortium. Our soldiers, not of the Corrupted but now of the Reforged Kingdom will fight, will lead the charge. We promise to push the demonic hordes to wherever they come from, and destroy their method of entry to this world. We will do this. Or die trying.

To the Expedition
Our forces are on their way. We will lead any charge against the demons.

[oblivion6]

expedition/risen empire
very well. let the reforged kingdom prove its worth. name your price mages

magus conclave to reforged empire
the crash happened only das after the bhujibarbans brought in a shipment from the gnomes. we believe they may have something to do with it

[ragingrage]

The Reforged Kingdom

re: Expedition
We have no price. We only ask that you make sure all know that we are doing this. That we are no longer the Corrupted. That we will fight for justice and harmony.
To GM
i.e., what I'm asking for is some WO =D
EDIT:
To the Gnomes/Bhujibarbans (Internal Communication, PM)
((Just a question: should these internal communications within the reforged kingdom be PM?))
The magus conclave say that the crash happened after a shipment from he gnomes was brought in. Could we inquire as to what was in the shipment?

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire

To: The Zexan Consortium[PM]

"We have reason to believe that you are in possession of a rather rare staff. In exchange for that staff, the Emperor Himself would see fit to lend His aid."

OOC: In exchange for the staff, Patria would use the full power of its army and its magic against the demons in this turn, and will make its services available to any coalition formed to oppose the invaders.

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles
morale: +++

To Trolls

We are truly sorry, but our nation has relied mainly on our navy to protect us. We shall not be able to contribute to the defense at this time. Should the demons get a navy however we shall be glad to help. Until then we are not sure there is anything we can do. Tell me, do you see any possibble thing that we can do against the demons?


To Dhevan [PM]

With the demons coming it seems a bad idea to engage in another war until it blows over. We will continue military build-up, and should the demon war still be going on we will commit to that instead. Do you plan on helping with this war or will you remain neutral?


To the Risen Empire

The rise of the demons is bad news for all of us. Should you wish to get involved we can offer to transport your troops and mages. If you can think of any ideas of ways that we can help please tell us.

[oblivion6]

isle of dhevan to venetian isles[PM]
we plan to remain neutral. let both sides destroy themselves so we move in for the kill

zexan consortium to risen empire[++++]
very well. you shall have the staff

internal communications[PM] reforged kingdom
bhujibarbans: it was a shipment of standard goods such as airship parts and arms... as well as a magic generator. it was our own fault. we knew the risks but we didnt take it too seriously

[ragingrage]

The Reforged Kingdom

Internal Communications (PM)
Do you have any idea why the generator backfired? If we know why, we may be able to prevent something similar from occurring again.

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire

To: Expedition, Zexan Consortium [++++]

Then it is done. We march to join you.


The Emperor Protects

Patria. A land without want, where the citizens need not concern themselves with the needs of the flesh, and for whom even death is nearly forgotten. Some might call it paradise. Others, usually those who aren't citizens, would call it a hive of undeath and endless decadence. The halls of marble, endless gold filigree and silver settings, and practically never-ending displays of wealth do little to sway the discussion.

Occasionally, however, such a place will come under threat. Perhaps due to a foreign power, or perhaps due to magical forces. In such times, it is the duty of the government to defend the people. So it is for Patria. Upon the discovery of demonic forces within a neighbouring nation, it is decided that they should be removed, lest they come to threaten the lands of the Empire.

So it is that the legions are called forth, clad in shining steel wrapped in wire of gold. And so it is that they assemble, citizen by citizen, century by century, cohort by cohort, until a host of 15000 men stand ready to march. Two and a half legions wait, knowing that though they are but a shadow of the armies which once marched across the world. They wait upon the command of their Emperor, the one by whom Patria has risen once more.

And so it is that the Emperor comes, clad in what seems to be shining gold, to lead the army forward.

Still, against the demons which had assaulted the world so many times before, a host such as this would not suffice. And so the Emperor turned, and drew His blade. By it, the Emperor called upon the Blade of Patria; the legions which had served it so long ago, to serve as His blade in this time of struggle.

When the Emperor should call, none shall limit His power. Even the grave is no bar to His call. And so the gates of death are opened, and the legions of Patria step forth into the realm of the living once more, though only for a short time.

Legion by Legion, Host by Host, the armies of Patria gather, until the Honored Host should carry the number of fifteen legions, to march alongside the armies of Patria reborn. At this time, the Emperor turned His blade to the south, and so His blade marches to give aid in battle against the armies of the burning pit.

[oblivion6]

mid turn update

war in the deep roads: the demons and other foul beasts that infested the mines of the zexan consortium made another attempt to teach the surface. however they were met by a brave coalition of nations that drove them back. it is rumoured that a counter attack is planned for the start of next season

venetian isles preparing for war: it is rumoured that the venetian league of island nations is training and equipping a land based army for the 1st time in decades

reforged kingdom grows: the giant clans of the western mountains have agreed to join the reforged kingdom with the gnomes, corrupted and bhujibarban exiles. the dwarven alliance has also expressed interest in joining but is still discussing matters

OOC:for updated stats check OOC tomorrow after i update it. awfully busy right now so plz tell me if i missed anything

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles
Morale: +++

To Trolls

We have recently been putting our economy to good use and have recently been building an army to help with the push against the demons. We should be capable of helping reasonably soon, and should have our troops ready in {next turn} We will be capable of supplying military of effectiveness {+++++ -} for certain, in addition to what we gain in the interim. Hopefully with our aid we will be capable of taking action to end this threat to our world.

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire

Morale: +++++ ++-

To: The Deep Trolls

A note from the Emperor arrives.

"I regret that this should be the case, but as it is, I feel that I should inform you. Our intelligence operatives have discovered plans within the Magus Conclave to engage in war against Patria to prevent the usurpation of the balance of arcane power on this continent. Under the current balance of power, Patria will be destroyed in such a conflict.

It is predicted, however, that this balance may be shifted if all efforts are put towards the accumulation of magic in preparation for the conflict. Unfortunately, said accumulation will prevent the provision of further aid for the conflict against the demon incursion.

I am sorry that this should occur."

[oblivion6]

beginning of turn 6

demons:in the northernmost mine of zexan controlled territory a coalition of various factions took the fight to the demon and succesfully repelled their latest attacks but at a great cost. but just when all hpe seemed lost the massive army of the reforged kingdom and risen empires arrived to swing the tide and together they succesfully pushed the demons back to the gates of hell itself. knight general fuban of the reforged kingdom personally vanquished many of the demonic warlocks holding open the gates. the breach is shut at last

dwarven alliance:just weeks ago the dwarven alliance announced its intention to join the reforged kingdom in hopes of bringing peace to its lands and all surrounding lands

rumours of war:in the east it is rumoured that the rozarian imperial army along with the 7th and 9th airship fleets are now conducting wargames along the empires borders with the reforged kingdoms.

[Grimsage Matt]

To the Risen Empire ESP-D 5
We understand. It also seems that they've been pushed back for now, so there should be no negative repercusions towards us. Also, we've been working on some projects of our own, and we would help you on the magic front. We're still peicing most of ours back together, so it would take a while. In the meantime, we trust that you remeber Watersilver, or magebane? We can arrange for a few plates for your defences if you'd like. We'll also try talking with the magus conclave.

To the Magus Conclave
We hear that you feel that the Risen Empire threatens the balance of arcane power. Would you be intrested in talking it out? Your both civiliazed after all.

To the Elven Clans
A Lone Deep Troll Approches one of your villages, carrying the tradtional signs of peace. He's there to talk. After laying gifts from a bundle on the ground in front of the village gate, he backs off and waits for a response.

[oblivion6]

magus conclave to deep trolls[PM]
we do not know what you are talking about. the risen empire does not bother us. we just wish to be left in peace

elven clans to deep trolls[ESP-D:+++++]
well. you certainly are a strange sight to see here in the forests. we will hear you out. what do you need? a slim elven warrior comes out to greet you

[ragingrage]

The Reforged Kingdom

To the Magus Conclave
Though the Reforged Kingdom is strong in many matters, in magic we are not. We do have some mages as part of our kingdom, but most of them are not welled trained and are inexperienced. Would we be able to send them to you for training, so that they could grow skilled in the awesome arts of magic?
To the Hellraisers
As you have been loyal friends to us in the path, we would like to tell you that any retiring members of the Hellraisers will be welcomed in the Reforged Kingdom and given the ability to pursue what ever path they subsequently wish to take.
To the Rozarian Empire
We were wondering if, perhaps, we could join the airship wargames you were having? Or at least send some military observers, so we could observe your superior tactics and hopefully learn more about the art of aerial combat which we, unfortunately, are not that experienced at?

[Grimsage Matt]

To the Elven Clans
The Troll picks up a staff, which looks like it was formed from lighting blasted oak, wraped in vines and holly. "We've recently come across the Verdant Stave while we were doing inventory of some of our vaults, and thought we should return it. It's been awhile since we saw the Woodborn, so we were hoping another of the elder kin remained." He hands the staff over, and makes to depart.

[Nemesis67]

Jack Collective
Morale: +++++ ++-

To the Zexan Consortium (Def Esp ++++)
Greetings my friends,
We request your presence at a meeting between the Collective, the Vale, and yourself about the current nature of power on this continent. Our king will be in attendance in order to discuss the matter personally.

-Jack 35

To the Vale (Def Esp +++++ ++)
Greetings,
We request your presence at a meeting between the Collective, the Zexan, and yourself about the current nature of power on this continent. Our king will be in attendance in order to discuss the matter personally.

-Jack 35

To the Hellraisers (Def Esp ++++)
Salutations.

What is your current charge for hiring your martial services for a season?

-Jack 35

To the Venetian Isles (Def Esp Minimum of +++, not sure of Isles Morale)
To be perfectly honest, I have only heard of one instance of hostile action against you and that never made it past the planning stage. I'm not sure you really need me in this regard. Your alliance is one of the major power blocs of the continent, with the Reforged Kingdom being the only other. And they have been taking a rather diplomatic approach to their conquests as of late.

If I hear of something, I'll make you aware of it, and I'll simply ask for a fee once I have solid information. Any thing more is highway robbery.
-Jack 35

To the Magus Conclave (Def Esp +++++ ++-)
Apologies for our intrusion, but our sources have heard you have some issues with the Risen Empire. If we may ask, why do you feel they are threatening the stability of magic?

-Jack 35

[ragingrage]

The Reforged Kingdom

To the Jack Collective
A meeting about power in this continent. A message to the Hellraisers, inquiring of hiring soldiers. Should we be worried?
((And yes, in case you're wondering, my esp was high enough to read those messages.))

[oblivion6]

isle of dhevan to the world
we of the isle of dhevan would like to invite the leaders of all the nations of the continent to a massive feast meant to honor our coming out of isolation at the end of the seasom

elf clans to deep trolls[PM]
we thank you for the staff. we are holding a festival to celebrate the founding of the elven league. we would like to invite you to attend the ceromony

to reforged kingdom
they all agree to your offers. although the rozarian empire would like you to send no more than [++] navy at this time

hellraisers to jacks collective
currently it is [+++] temp econ per unit. we know it is high but we suffered massive losses and need to rebuild

vale/zexan consortium to jacks collective[PM]
they both agree to a meeting

magus conclave to jacks collective[PM]
we dont understand why everyone thinks we have a problem. we assure you we have no trouble brewing with them, unless they cause it

venetian isles
we desire a meeting very soon

OOC: i am sorry if it seems i was in a rush to write this. the forums ate my other post here. so i decided to shorten it to my original rough draft. sorry

[ragingrage]

The Reforged Kingdom

To the Rozarian Empire
Well, unfortunately we will only be able to send + navy. It should arrive at [midturn]
To the Magus Conclave
The mages shall begin preparations, and should have arrived in your land by [midturn]
To the Isle of Dhevan
We will be attending.

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles

to Dhevan

Very well, a representative of ours will arrive shortly.

[Grimsage Matt]

To the Elven Clans(PM)
The Troll bows. "I am honored by your invitation, and humbly accept."

To the isle of dhevan
Jarl Kul'zad will attend.

[Nemesis67]

The Jack Collective
Morale: +++++ ++-

To the Reforged Kingdom
If you are planning any hostile actions against the Collective, then yes. Otherwise, you have nothing to worry about. We are looking for allies among those least likely to drag us into a war, therefore two of the economic powerhouses will hopefully be the least aggressive of the powers here on the continent. And for the sake of defense, they will have the funds to hire the Hellraisers in case our situation gets any worse.

-Jack 35

To the Vale/Zexan Consortium (PM)
"Welcome my friends. Let's get right down to it. The world has become much more dangerous with the creation of the Reforged Kingdom, and their absorbing of many of the smaller powers of the continent. While they have taken a diplomatic approach to this acquisition of strength, their past as the Corrupted makes me view their rise as dangerous. These are people who traded away their humanity for power. They attempted to extort the Vale of their wealth not too long ago. I do not trust them, no matter how many conflicts the Collective fights alongside them.

As such, we have a desire to find friends who feel the same and have a need for mutual defense. Which is why I have called the two of you here. We would like to propose an alliance between the three of us. In case of war, we will assist one another, myself with my armies, the both of you with funds necessary to hire the Hellraisers and aid in recouping fallen battalions. In peacetime, we can aid each other in building our militaries and navies to be capable of protecting ourselves from the Kingdom as well as the power bloc of the Risen, Isle of Dhevan, and the Venetians, all while seeking out others who would be willing to join our alliance. Would either of you be interested in such a arrangement?"

tl;dr Military alliance between the three of us because of the threat of the Reforged Kingdom and the Corrupted's past attempt to extort money from the Vale.

To the Magus Conclave (+++++ ++-)
Our apologies. We simply request that if the stability of magic is threatened in any way, that you inform us of the event.

-Jack 35

To the Hellraisers (++++)
That's... rather steep. Thank you. We will keep in touch.

-Jack 35

[ragingrage]

THE REFORGED KINGDOM

To the Jack Collective
We are not planning any such action, but thank you for the information.

[oblivion6]

isle of dhevan to venetian isles[PM]
are you willing to do whatever it takes to score a victory? we have some plans in motion others might not find "morale"

consortium/vale to jacks collective[PM]
consortium:we cannot pledge to any military operations due to our neutrality. however we can pledge economic support

vale:we agree. however dont expect much in the form of military support

hellraisers to jacks collective[++++]
we are sorry. however we have taken many losses in the last couple years and need to recover

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles
morale: +++


To Dhevan [PM]

We will have to see details of the plan before we will commit to anything. What do you have in mind? Also are you including the risen Empire in the discussion? If our alliance makes a move without them we will have a hard time making any headway on land.


To Risen Empire

Now that the Harmonium and the demons are both gone we would like to discuss the goals of our alliance for the future. We will be sending a representative shortly.

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire
Morale: +++++ ++-

To: The Venetian Isles

Very well, then. We will make ready to receive this representative.

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles
morale: +++

to Risen Empire

With the recent developments our alliance is becoming one of the major power groups in the world. However recently Dhevan has been planning an invasion of the continents. Particularly Faluna. They have already asked for our aid, and will likely ask for yours shortly. Our nation is averse to a land based war, and as such would prefer to not get involved. We can see several possible avenues to increase our holdings without war, and would like to pursue those. We would like to know your position on this.

Despite our recent build-ups you would remain the primary land power in the alliance. Although Faluna would fall relatively easily once its navy falls this war of blatant aggression would likely draw in other nations, maybe even the reforged kingdom. As such your armies will be necessary should we support Dhevan. Thus finding out your position is crucial if we are to establish our own position.

Should you not want to join the war then we will also stay out (if you join this is no guarantee we will do so, unless we state otherwise later). However in this situation we would need to deal with an angry Dhevan and the possibility of fracturing the alliance.

So what do you plan to do with this situation?

[ragingrage]

The Reforged Kingdom

To the Queendom of Faluna (+++++ ++)
We have recently intercepted a message from the Venetian Isles, which contains information you will find extremely interesting. They say that the Isle of Dhevan is planning an invasion of the continent, and their primary target is you. Though they may not invade, we advocate taking some precautionary action. In addition, so that we can immediately provide you with aid, would you be adverse to a defensive alliance? It may be enough to disencourage them from attacking.

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire
Morale: +++++ ++-

To: The Venetian Isles [+++]

It would seem likely that some nations will have intercepted the most recent communication, and will thus be acting with that knowledge.

Though we may be able to match the reforged kingdom in battle if it should come to that, this is not certain.

If it can be assured that the reforged kingdom will not enter such a war, should it break out, we would be prepared to offer our power up for purchase at a negotiable rate.


To: The Queendom of Faluna [+++++ ++]

It has come to our attention that a the Isle of Devan is looking to invade these lands. In particular, they seem to be targeting yours. Through proxy, they have asked us to join the war on their side.

Instead, we would rather offer you terms to become a protectorate.


Defined terms:
Protectorate: The Queendom of Faluna
Protector: The Risen Empire

1.) The protectorate's state and sovereignty will be guaranteed by the protector.

2.) If a third party should attack the protectorate, the protector will be considered to have been attacked as well.

3.) If a third party should declare war upon the protectorate, then the declaration of war shall extend to the protector.

4.) In exchange for these services, the protectorate shall offer, without reservation or fee, the services of any magi, spellcasters, arcanists, or other magic users within its service, until such time as the treaty is dissolved.

5.) The dissolution of this treaty is to be considered a declaration of war between the signatories.


Those terms are negotiable, if you happen to find them to be too onerous, but we feel that they are fair to both parties. The choice is yous.

[Grimsage Matt]

To the Queendom of Faluna (ESP-D 5)
We heard about the Dhevan isles. They invade, we'll help out.

[Nemesis67]

Jack Collective
Morale: +++++ ++-

To the Zexan/Vale (PM)
Zexans, by pledging economic support do you mean you'll give funds in case of war? That would be acceptable to us. Part of the reason I've brought you two specifically here is because I'm afraid for your safety. I mean no offense, but you each are a rather tempting target for rogue nations seeking a quick profit. The Corrupted actually approached me with a plan, mentioning the two of you or the Venetians as possible targets for such a raid, albeit long ago,

So, if the Consortium does not wish to become militarily involved in a war of mine, I understand. However, for the sake of preventing a power from plotting against the both of you, I'd appreciate it if we publicly announced some form of alliance between the three of us. It could be passed off as a Free Trade Agreement, if you wish.

OOC: I will refer to it as the Trade Federation, because I find that mildly amusing.

As well, my spies have informed me that the Isle of Dhevan is planning an invasion of the Queendom. I have extended an offer to them to join this alliance for both their own protection, and to prevent the Risen Empire or the Reforged Kingdom from gaining their support. I also plan on offering membership to the Deep Trolls. As the operators of the rail lines, they have a large part to play in the economy of the continent, and their technology could give us greater ability to defend ourselves.

Is there anything more we need to discuss? If not, I request we wait for a response from the Queendom and the Deep Trolls before adjourning this meeting.

To the Queendom of Faluna (+++++ ++)
As you have no doubt been informed, the Isle of Dhevan plots to invade your lands. We are also aware of offers by the Risen Empire and the Reforged Kingdom to enter into an alliance of some sort with yourself for your own protection. The Collective would like to offer ourselves as a more optimal alternative. The Risen demand full use of your entire order of mages, and the Reforged Kingdom cannot be trusted. They have assimilated a large amount of power in recent months and now will undoubtedly turn their focus to acquiring more. These are people who attempted to extort 50% of the Vale's production under threat of violence. Now, admittedly, that threat did occur before the Corrupted became the Kingdom, but I do not believe they have changed much. After all, the Corrupted were soldiers who gave up their humanity, the Laranese arms dealers, and the Giants and Dwarves war-like powers. They are not a peaceful group.

As such, the Collective offers you a place among ourselves, the Vale, and (to some degree, due to their neutrality) the Zexans as a defensive alliance to protect all of our sovereignty as well as promoting trade between us. No demands or requirements aside from aiding each other in case of war, and promoting commerce in what ways you can.

-Jack 35

To the Deep Trolls (+++++)
Ironborn,

The Collective would like to ask you what your current standing is in the political climate. Will you remain a neutral nation or do you plan on joining an alliance of powers? If you are interested, we have a place for you in the defensive alliance of ourselves and the Vale, with the Zexans as partial members. We have also extended the offer to the Queendom due to recent events you are surely aware of. Considering you are the operators of the rail ways, you are rather integral to preserving and promoting trade as well as peace on the continent, something all of us are interested in.

If you'd rather maintain neutrality, we simply request you remain wary. There are very few fully independent powers out there, and others will be aiming to exploit them to further their own desires. We'd rather that not happen to anyone, especially you. We've fought and died together too often for a power-hungry nation to consume you.

-Jack 35

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles
morale: +++

To Risen Empire

Hmm... That last messenger was given orders to be more discreet. He will be punished severely when he gets back. Given this breech in information security we will be staying out of the probable conflict. We never saw much reason to begin with, so now that they will be prepared we have even less reason to join.


To Faluna [PM]

A messenger from the Isles shows up at Faluna bearing the following message:

By now I assume you are aware of the recent political developments. Should you not be I will sum it up quickly. Dhevan recently approached us about going to war with you. We then approached the Risen Kingdom to inquire about their position as they are a part of our defensive alliance with Dhevan. This is where the leak happened. We figured that we would give you our view and position on the events that happened beyond what you likely already know.

The first thing you should know is that the leak was intentional. We wouldn't forget to take the necessary precautions when dealing with information of that magnitude, unless by choice. Simply put our alliance with Dhevan was one of convenience, and due to their isolationism we didn't expect this to happen when it was made. When they stated that they wanted to conquor you we were quite shocked, but due to our ties there was no easy way to say no. With the info leaked we have a plausible excuse to not participate.

We do not like those who make war simply for conquest, and given an opportunity like this we decided that stopping this war would be a good thing to do.

Given this it is unlikely that any further alliances with Dhevan will be unlikely to succeed. As such our navy although strong may not be strong enough. We would wish to cultivate ties with you over Dhevan as you seem more peaceful. It seems unlikely that Dhevan will attack now that the plans are out, however should they do so we would much rather have friendship with you then Dhevan. Should they continue with their plans we will be in further contact.


To Reforged Kingdom [PM]


A Messenger appears in the Reforged Kingdom bearing the following message.

By now you should know about the political events involving Dhevan. If not then to sum up: Dhevan wants war with Faluna. They asked us for help. We contacted the risen Empire, and there was a communications leak.

Simply put the leak was intentional. We are a peaceful nation, and the alliance was made to be purely defensive in nature. However when Dhevan wanted a war based solely on conquest we could not stand by and just let that slaughter happen. A communications leak followed by discreet messages to major players seemed like out best option. As you are one of the largest major players we wish to make our position clear. We were in no way actually considering actually going to war with Faluna. Should Dhevan do so they will not have us by their side. They are currently being briefed on the situation as we speak.

Should Dhevan attack (which seems unlikely now) it seems likely that a coalition would be against them, however with their Naval strength they would be hard to reach. Should the slaughter become necessary, contact us and we will see if we can ease the passing of Dhevan, as we would not like to be associated as standing with a nation that conquers solely based on conquest.

[Grimsage Matt]

The Deep Trolls

To the Jack Collective (ESP-D 5)
We feel that we're remaining neutral at this time. As you said, we are the rail operators. That postion means we must keep a neutral face. We will lend support if you ask, and our intrests lie in seeing people remain independant. For otherwise, what was the bloody point in getting rid of the harmonuim and the Demons? We realize that we didn't contribute as much as others. However, we we're prepared for it, and were on a peace time footing. At the moment, while our postion is improved, we still aren't a match for most of the surface powers. Our strength lies in our defences, not our offensive. But, we have a few things for you if it looks bad.

[ragingrage]

The Reforged Kingdom

To the Venetian Isles
We see. We thank you for this information, but would encourage you to, if presented with a nation who desires war in the future, immediately refuse. Hovering on the warlike side simply encourages mistrust and increases the risk of an over-eager party preemptively attacking.

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles
morale: +++

To Dhevan [PM]

It has recently come to our attention that we have had a communications leak while discussing your impending invasion with our alliance's third member. Currently Faluna knows about our plans, and it is likely others will join them in the event of an invasion. We recommend that you stop (or at least postpone) your invasion plans. Should you rush in to face a prepared enemy we cannot let our armies come to your aid. The casualties would be to high, and our army would buckle under the strain.

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire

To: The Jack Collective [+++++ ++-]

An undeclared representative arrives, and requests an audience. The stated purpose is to seek information on the Harmonium.

[oblivion6]

the isle of dhevan asks that everyone ignore the rumours of a planned invasion. they had undergone a leadership crisis and do not intend to follow through with that threat. they still intend to hold the festival though

in other news the zexan consortium,the vale and the queendom of faluna announce a free trade agreement with the risen empire

queendom to risen empire[PM]
i am sorry but we must refuse your offer of serving as a protectorate. we have always been independent and plan to stay that way

queendom to venetian isles[+++]
we will accept your offers of peace. between us i believe we can handle just about any naval threat that may arise

trade federation[PM](you know who you are)
consortium suggests that together they form a group fund to serve as a pool to buy mercenaries and other goods with if war comes

the queendom accepts the invitation

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire
Morale: +++++ ++-

To: Queendom of Faluna [PM]

Very well, then. It would seem that the threat has been withdrawn, anyway.

If you should ever require aid, you need merely ask.


To: The Venetian Isles[+++]

In the near future, we may be seeking to transport a large number of people by ship. Unfortunately, we do not have a sufficiently large navy to do so. As such, we would be seeking to hire naval vessels with which to transport our people.

In the event that we should seek to hire from you, what price would you ask for passage?

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles
morale:+++

To Risen Empire

The availability and Price of our services would depend on how many ships you need and where they would be going. We would like to know the purpose and destination of the venture before making any promises.

That being said we would be willing to provide our services at the following Prices: (all temp [1 turn usage])
- to +++++ navy: (- econ for + navy, + magic for +- navy, similar propositions will likely be accepted if given advance notice)

navy above +++++ (max 9 Navy)
+econ for + Navy or +- magic for +navy, negotiations on other resources will need to take place.

We can provide up to +++++ ++++ Navy to transport people, should we approve of what you are using these people for. Note that this is a strictly non-combat operation, so let us know if any dangers seem likely.

Prices subject to Negotiation.

[Nemesis67]

Jack Collective
Morale: +++++ ++-

To the Risen Empire (+++++ ++-)
The representative is accepted and brought to a private room.

"So you wish to discuss the Harmonium? What exactly about it? Do you plan on carrying the fight to their homeland?"

To the Deep Trolls (+++++)
Thank you for your answer. If you change your mind, the Federation would always appreciate your membership.

Good luck, Ironborn
-Jack 35

To the Trade Federation (PM)
A group fund would be advisable. Currently, the Hellraisers are charging [+++ temp econ] per unit [which I assume is a [+]?), and I feel we should have enough saved up to hire their full available forces. A total of +++++ +++++ +++-, I believe, for both their ++++ Army and - Navy. [+++- econ] set aside from each of us this turn should be enough. However, should we save more for other goods?

In addition, I also plan to offer a place in this Federation to the Theocracy, and possibly the Rozarian Empire. Their actions this past season seem to indicate they expecting war with the Reforged. I would rather not have their first action coming out of isolation be hostile. Especially against the power of the Kingdom. I feel that they may not survive that...

Additionally a quick question. Do the Risen have the Staff of the Magi? So that we have a better idea of what our opposing blocs of power have access to.

And finally, I think we should publicly announce this alliance after these points are discussed and settled (probably at mid-turn report). Any disputes with that?

[oblivion6]

trade federation[PM]
we of the consortium shall pledge whatever funds we can muster to the group account. we can also confirm the risen empires possesion of the staff. we sold it to them in exchange for their aid

the vale will pledge [+++++ +++] to the fund. we also believe the consortium should manage the funds. we agree, that more funds would be best

they both agree that the theocracy and rozarian empires may join as long as the rozarians dont press a war

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire
Morale: +++++ ++-

To: The Jack Collective[+++++ ++-]
Mostly we would be interested in finding out if they are still in a state of internal chaos, or if they have managed to unify. It would be most unpleasant if we were to send a diplomatic mission and cross paths with an invasion fleet, after all.

In short, we would like to learn of the state of affairs in the Harmonium's homeland. Name you price for this information, and if it is not too high we will meet it.

To: The Venetian Isles[+++]

Very well, then. Our purpose is to establish an embassy and trade outpost in the lands from which the Harmonium originated, fostering diplomatic relations and hopefully ending the state of war which exists between them and several of the nations located on this continent.

To this end, in three months time we would like to hire [+++++] in naval units to transport a number of mages, artisans, diplomats, and military personnel to their continent in three months time, if our purpose is deemed acceptable to you.

[Nemesis67]

Jack Collective
Morale: +++++ ++-

Trade Federation (PM)
My intention for asking the Rozarians to join is to avoid a possible war between them and the Reforged. I will make sure to spell it out as a stipulation of their joining. However I feel that we should keep in mind that an offensive war may become necessary in the future. May the Winds of Fate not carry us to that, but we must keep the possibility open. However, to ensure that such a decision is not reached lightly, I propose that only a unanimous vote of all the members of this Federation can bring such an event to pass.

OOC: The Queendom is also now a full member, so they can have input in this meeting as well.

As for the Collective's contribution to the war chest, we can contribute [+++++ +] to the fund this season. Depending on how much we gather among ourselves and our possible new members, we may add to this amount in the coming months.


To the Nagarean Theocracy (+++++ ++-)
Greetings,

The Collective would like to extend to you an offer to join ourselves, the Queendom, the Vale, and the Consortium as members of the Trade Federation, a defensive military alliance that also seeks to promote commerce among its members. To be honest, the primary reason that we began this alliance was due to the founding of the Reforged Kingdom and their rapid consumption of their former allies. They are not a peaceful people. A union of arms-dealers, demon spawn soldiers who traded away their humanity, barbaric tribes of giants, and weaponsmiths is not going to magically turn into a benevolent power, no matter their stated goals.

As such, we are concerned for the safety of all the sovereign nations of this continent, and we hope to unify those who are opposed to the Kingdom (and not currently in their own alliance, as the Isle of Dhevan, Risen Empire, and Venetians are) for the sake of all our protection as well as to discourage the Reforged from taking any hostile actions against non-members.

Would you be interested in joining us in preventing the Kingdom from acquiring even greater power?
-Jack 35

The Rozarian Empire (++++)
Greetings to the Rozarian,

We are the Jack Collective and wish to open talks with you. Based on your recent military exercises along your border with the Reforged Kingdom, we would assume that you are expecting a war with them. Might we suggest an alternative? Instead of taking an aggressive action immediately from your current isolation, which will probably sour the nations of the continents opinions of you, you could take a more diplomatic approach. Ease into the political scene and slowly begin to form relations with your neighbors, earning their good will. Or, if not good will, at least a working relationship. Having friends can go a long way.

In that spirit, we would like to offer you a place in the Trade Federation. It consists of ourselves, the Queendom of Faluna, the Zexan Consortium, and the Vale. With our connections, we can help introduce your people into the international economy and community, and give you allies who will fight beside you if a power invades. It is solely a defensive military alliance however, and one of the stipulations of joining would be that you cannot wage a war against someone on your own discretion. If you feel that such an action is necessary, we can convene a private meeting to discuss the Federation's course of action.

-Jack 35


To the Risen Empire (+++++ ++-)
A diplomatic mission? Interesting... And you would want this information at the soonest possible opportunity (Mid-turn I assume? )

[oblivion6]

war averted: the rumours of impending war between the reforged kingdom and the rozarian empire turn out to be false as the 2 particapate in a joint series of war games on the border

treaties abound: jacks collective, the vale, the zexan consortium, the queendom of faluna, the nagarean theocracy and the rozarian empire have all formed a defensive pact and trade agreement known as the trade federation(oh, i love the irony in that name...) bringing the continent 1 step closer to everlasting peace

strange peoples: it seems strange men in even stranger armor have been seen snooping around on all parts of the continent, asking questions about the different nations military capabilities

OOC: expect the results of everyones actions in their quicktopics later on

[ragingrage]

The Reforged Kingdom

To the Rozarian Empire
We thank you for the war-games, as our captains learned a lot. We hope that, in the future, we can continue these games and continue to learn from and strengthen one another.
To the Jack Collective
Do you (or the federation you are part of) know anything about the men in strange armor? Their questions about military strength seem to indicate plans of an invasion or other aggressive action, but I figured that you may know more. If it is an aggressive action, then we may need to band together to fight off this unknown power.

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles
morale: +++

To Risen Empire

The Naval ships will be sent shortly. We will expect your payment soon.

[oblivion6]

beginning of turn 7

rail lines: the deep trolls have recently begun improving the transcontinental rail line hubs in several of the major countries

strange peoples: it is rumoured that several of the strange men who have been nosing around in the various nations have been apprehended. only time will tell what they want

the 2nd harmonioum war: it appears that the entity known as the trade federation has siezed control of a large island between this continent and harmonia. several structures are already in progress including a massive naval station

isle of dhevan: only days after the ball held by the dhevanian goverment, a massive mob of revolutionaries stormed the kings palace and took complete control of the isle for unknown reasons. it is rumoured to be foreign in nature since thousands of ground troops now man the city walls...more troops than dhevan has ever fielded in its history

[ragingrage]

The Reforged Kingdom

To the Isle of Dhevan
Care to explain what's going on? Aggressive behavior followed by a foreign-backed coup does not look good.
To the Trade Federation ((who should answer this? the GM? or the Jacks?))
Are you planning a war against the Harmonium Empire? Mind if we join? We could likely field a sizable army, but our navy is quite lacking; so we would require transportation.
To the Jacks
Would you be interested in participating in an investigation into what happened in Dhevan? Your espionage capabilities would be very useful in finding out what happened.

[oblivion6]

isle of dhevan to the reforged kingdom
you recieve no response from whoever controls the isle now that the king has fled into hiding

trade federation to the reforged kingdom
[anyone of the various members could reply to this]

you hear from 3 different members on this matter. it appears its just a staging ground...whether its for war or just diplomatic negotiations depends on the harmonians

[Nemesis67]

Jack Collective
Morale: +++++ +++-

To the Risen Empire (+++++ +++-?)
The operation has been completed. Now we must discuss payment. It took us [+++++ Esp and + Navy] to conduct, and we feel an appropriate price would be [++ temp Magic, Economy, Research, or Espionage] for each we spent. A total of [12]. Alternately, we will accept the Staff of the Magi and [6]. And to clarify. This deal only buys the information, not our silence nor our non-action on the Harmonium's continent.

We are, however, willing to discuss price if you feel ours is unreasonable.
-Jack 35

To the Reforged Kingdom (+++++ +++-)
OOC: Has your morale changed since last turn?

The apparent revolution is worrying to the Collective. We'll look into it at the most immediate opportunity. Do you know if the Isle of Dhevan is still in an alliance with the Risen and Venetians, especially after their recent intelligence fiasco concerning the Queendom?

-Jack 35

To the Reforged Kingdom / Trade Federation (Probably both myself and the GM for these communications. It's a democratically run alliance, so all members have an equal vote. Morale ++++)
To clarify, the Federation's intention in building such a colony is not to spearhead an invasion. The purpose of it is to serve as an advanced warning post in case the Harmonium decide to retake their colonial holdings here on our lands. If they do launch such an attack, with this base we have the capability of both intercepting it, as well as the ability to launch a counter attack if the Federation deems it an appropriate response. If the Harmonium have peaceful intentions, however, the port will serve as a refuel point in trade routes.

We took the initiative to build the colony because we, or at the least the Collective, feared the armored men may have been agents of the Empire. While it would appear that this is not correct, we still feel the colony is a necessary precaution against a power that this continent has fought in the past. If threat of invasion appears imminent, we will accept the aid of anyone willing to help against the Harmonium, especially those we have fought beside before. If the threat never materializes, we will use the base for peaceful purposes. This alliance is intended to promote trade as well as protect its members after all.

To ??? (PM)
So you require military aid against a revolution? Tell us more. The Collective may be able to help. I is there any chance the power that caused yours has a hand in the Isle of Dhevan's supposed uprising? If so, what can you tell us about their plans and their course of action in leading a rebellion?

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire
Morale: +++++ +++

To: The Venetian Isles [+++?]

It would appear that the seas between ourselves and the Harmonium may soon become a battlefield. If you are willing to continue to provide transport under such conditions, then we would continue as well. If not, however, we understand.

On a hopefully unrelated note, it would seem likely that a foreign power has committed an undeclared act of war against the Isle of Dhevan, which would invoke the second term of the defensive pact existing between the three of us.

We will be sending agents to determine precisely who, if anyone, is responsible. It seems likely that war will follow.

To: The Occupiers of the Isle of Dhevan [Open Message]

We hereby serve notice that, due to the apparent undeclared act of war against the government of the Isle of Dhevan, clause two of the defensive pact between the Isle of Dhevan, the Venetian Isles, and the Risen Empire has been invoked. The apparent coup against the government of the Isle of Dhevan is hereby recognized by the Risen Empire as an undeclared act of war against all aforementioned signatory states.

May it be now declared that a state of war shall exist between The Risen Empire and the present Occupiers of the Isle of Dhevan unless appropriate reparations for the aforementioned undeclared act of war are made within a time not to exceed three months.

To: The Jack Collective [+++++ +++]

We would negotiate an alternative form of payment, if you would be so kind as to consider it. As you mentioned that your non-action is for sale within the Harmonium's continent, we have reason to believe that you are interested in acting on said continent.

As such, we are prepared to sell you knowledge of an opportunity to facilitate such actions, and a credit which may be called to access said opportunity.

Would such a thing be of interest to you?

[oblivion6]

???? to the collective[PM]
people are dying by the hundreds back home. the men who appear to be aiding the rebellion are dressed in heavy black suits of platemail that bear the insignia of a swooping dragon. the very same group appears to be acting in the isle of dhevan. i cant tell you what their goals are

isle of dhevan to the world
greetings to the rest of the countries on the mainland. i am general agranth, and i am now in complete control of the isle. the pathetic king who used to rule this land has fled into hiding but wont stay hidden for long. it is time to restore this once great empire to its former self so if you attempt to fight against this rightful rebellion then you shall perish

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire
Morale: +++++ +++

To: The Isle of Dhevan

General Agranth, would it be presumptuous of us to interpret your statement as a declaration of war?

[ragingrage]

The Reforged Kingdom

To the Risen Empire and Venetian Isles +++
Would you as be interested in cooperating to oust the new dictator of the Isle of Dhevan. He seems like a warlike dictator who does nothing but disturb the fragile peace of the continent. We would be willing to lend our prominent army, if you could supply most of the navy (as ours is fairly weak).
To the Trade Federation +++
Thank you for the information.
To the Jack Collective +++++ +++-
((It's now +++++ ++++++ +++++ ++. Don't try to attack me with espionage.))
The Risen Empire's message to Dhevan seems to indicate that they are.

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire
Morale: +++++ +++

To: The Reforged Kingdom[+++++ +++]

Unless this dictator successfully provides reparations for our losses (which we hold to be the entirety of the Isle of Dhevan), we will be at war with the Isle presently. Our analysts predict that this war will end with the annihilation of the Isle's present government within, at most, half a year, barring unforeseen events.

If I may be so bold as to suggest it, might I recommend that you instead bend your focus towards the less obvious enemy, which appears to have supported this dictator? If we do not root out such an enemy, the subversion of nations can only continue.

[ragingrage]

The Reforged Kingdom

To the Risen Empire (+++++ +++)
May we ask we you feel you should receive reparations? Shouldn't any money given go to locating the disposed King and re-instituting him, or at least to the people of the Island? It doesn't appear that you were directly harmed in the revolution. If this is incorrect, then we apologize.
In regards to finding the backer of the revolution, may we ask for a bit of magical support? Our espionage is fairly weak but with your aid we could definitely catch the culprit.

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire
Morale: +++++ +++

To: The Reforged Kingdom [+++++ +++]

As per clause two of the non-aggression pact between the former government of the Isle of Dhevan, the Venetian Isles, and ourselves, any undeclared act of war against one faction is considered to have occurred to all factions signatory to the pact. As no formal declaration of war was issued, the coup is being treated as such an act.


Though we would like to provide support with your efforts, we will be committing the entirety of our magical prowess to this war, to ensure a swift conclusion.

We will, however, be deploying agents of our own for the search. Perhaps if our agents were to collaborate with yours?

[ragingrage]

The Reforged Kingdom

To the Risen Empire [+++++ +++]
Still, I hope you use a portion of the money (if it's given) to aid the desposed king or the people themselves. On other matters, we would love to cooperate with your agents, and will put our +++++ esp to it at mid-turn. May we ask how much you will contribute?

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire
Morale: +++++ +++

To: The Reforged Kingdom [+++++ +++]

Of course. Still, that is a matter for consideration after the war's conclusion.

We will match your contribution of agents. Unfortunately, the remainder of our operatives are already engaged and can not be withdrawn for some time.

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles

To Dhevan (Open Message)

You have ousted the king that has been an Ally of the Isles? HOW DARE YOU DO SUCH A THING! Invoking the terms of the defensive treaty made with the Isle of Dhevan we hereby declare war upon the usurpers, with the intent to restore the prior king.


To Reforged Kingdom and Risen Empire [PM]

We will of course co-operate and help oust this dictator and petty tyrant from his seat. We would appreciate of course if you would include us in your military discussions.

We will no longer be providing transport to the risen Empire as our full Naval might will be required against Dhevan.

We can provide +++++ +++++ + Navy and ++++- Army for this war. How much can you provide? We will of course be willing to transport your Army.

We propose we begin in {1 turn, end of or mid turn next turn[not this one]} when all of our armies/navies have been readied. We will be devoting our full available economy to Army and Naval Production in the meantime.

There is one other issue that needs to be spoken of however. The current King is currently no where to be found, although we would offer asylum if we could. While resuming the prior government is of course the ideal solution we need to face the fact that that may not be possible. Should no heir come forward when we are victorious then we need to decide what to do with the isle. (Also we should contact Jack to see if he knows where the king is).

Anarchy is impossible as we will just repeat the current problem. Similarly an illegitimate ruler will fail. A democracy or republic like we have would fail due to the sudden upheaval and the populace being unfamiliar with the idea. Should no other worthwhile solutions be offered and the king and his line in fact be lost we will offer the people a vote on whether they want to join the Isles. should a majority say yes we will accept them into our nation. This has the added benefit of our large economy being used to rebuild their island from the war's probable devastation. Also the Republic we have would have a sense of legitimacy as we have been a relatively powerful government for a long time. Additionally as another Island nation we would be very familiar with the needs of their nation, and the lack of culture shock would ease the transition. We do not want to appear selfish however, so are there any other solutions to this problem we have overlooked?

Also are there any other nations we should talk to? I would recommend Faluna for their Navy if not for the outstanding problems with the nations. If they were to be unified with us that might work. I will however hold off on contacting them until we have decided if that is a viable option.

OOC: include all members in war talk messages.


To Strange Men

We would like to know exactly what you are doing in our nation, snooping around. I'm sure there is a good explanation for this.

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire
Morale: +++++ +++

To: War party (Isles, Kingdom) [PM]

The Imperial Thaumaturge, Alcinus, arrives to conduct the war proceedings, ensuring their privacy with his magic.

To scour the Isle of those which have usurped its government, the Emperor Himself will utilize a magical attack measuring at +++++ +++++ +++++ ++++ units of power. This attack will occur in approximately eleven week's time (end of turn). If the Isle survives, this attack will be repeated with escalating strength.

While the Isle's destruction proceeds, I would strongly recommend that forces be held in reserve to strike at the instigator of the coup at such time as their identity becomes known. In this way, we will not find ourselves under attack with all of our forces committed to a battle on the Isle.

To: Isle of Dhevan[Open Message]

In response to your coup, clause 2 of the defensive pact between the Isle of Dhevan, the Venetian Isles, and the Risen Empire was invoked, causing the act of war to be considered to have been committed against the Venetian Isles and the Risen Empire as well as against the Isle of Dhevan.

In response to this, the Venetian Isles have declared war, thereby invoking clause 3 of the aforementioned pact. As such, the offer of peace contingent upon the offer of reparations is hereby retracted. Furthermore, a state of war henceforth exists between us. As of now, all diplomatic relations are hereby severed, and you have been declared to be a hostile state. Goodbye.

[oblivion6]

strange men to the venetian isles
we come seeking potential military aid in combating a foreign sponsered rebellion back home. the same foreigners appear to be at work n the isle of dhevan

[Nemesis67]

Jack Collective:
Morale: +++++ +++-

To the Risen Empire, Venetian Isles, Reforged Kingdom, Strange Men (PM)
We have been planning on aiding the strangely armored men in their battle ourselves, and if you three were to fight to free the Isle of Dhevan, we could force the puppet masters to split their focus.

To the Trade Federation (++++)
My friends, a dark day looms for our continent. A foreign power has orchestrated a coup in one of our neighboring nations. Two powers have fallen to their manipulations, the first being the armored men we all encountered a season ago. The Collective has always fought for the freedom of men, and the sovereignty of nations and we will do again this time. We do not expect any aid from this alliance. It is your sole choice to do so, and we will bear no ill will to those who choose not to.

However, we brought this alliance together to preserve the freedom of all those who wish it. Simply because those who are being oppressed are not participants in this alliance matters not to the Collective. We will fight for the sake of the people of the Isle of Dhevan. If such hopeful thoughts do not sway you, we'll point out that this is the second time, that we know of, this power has led such a coup. IF we allow them a foothold on our continent, then nothing is stopping them from targeting each of us in the coming seasons.

[ragingrage]

The Reforged Kingdom

To the Coalition (Risen/Strange/Reforged/Jacks/Venetian)
If we wish to split their forces, then we may wish for an offensive against Dhevan that is not simple magical bombardment. That will quickly take the nation back, but the puppeteers are then free to focus all their efforts in one place. If instead, summons were used to take a slower but similarly effective route, we would force them to keep their forces there and weaken their other defenses.
In this cause, we are able to pledge our full military +++++ +++++ +++++ +++++, and our navy of +++++ +++++ to the attack, preferably to free the Strange Men's homeland. Lord Fuban himself would accompany this attack

[oblivion6]

trade federation
[technically speaking the strange men have not yet fallen. but it is a bloodbath over there]

consortium/vale: they are going to pledge economic support to the war effort[7 econ]

the theocracy: they pledge a small token force of warships to the attack on dhevan[2 navy]

rozarian empire: their contributions are 3 whole legions and their entire airfleet[3 army and 7 navy]

the coalition
the strange men report that they have about [++++]esp nosing around in this part of the world. that will be their contribution.

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles
morale: +++

To Coalition [PM]



A magical strength of that magnitude will surely do much to the usurpers, but will that cause much collateral damage? We want the island intact and restored, not a smoking crater. However if you think it is wise we will wait until after that to launch an invasion, depending on the effectiveness that the attack demonstrates. Similarly if we can hit at the same time as the attack on the strange men's enemies than we could deprive them of reinforcements. How about an invasion in 24 weeks {EOT turn after this one}? However if the Reforged are to attack the mainland we are unlikely to be capable of retaking the mainland on our own, due to our army size. Does anyone have any idea of Dhevan's military ability? and is anyone willing to provide forces for the island stage of the offensive?

We can provide 11 Navy, and 4.5 Army, and 3 magic to this offensive, plus whatever we can build leading up to the invasion. We would prefer at least 16 Navy and 10 army to attack, although more would be greatly appreciated. In the meantime we will focus on building Navy as Dhevan is one of the major Naval nations, and the usurpers likely captured that.

20 Magic could likely ensure the invasion is a success depending on its use. Summons would be more useful than bombardment as they would cause less collateral. Plus if we win the naval battle we can just bombard them from sea. It is the soldiers we need to worry about.

And should the king or an heir not be found is everyone fine if we offer the people of Dhevan entrance into the Venetian Naval League?


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To Jack (also coalition)

It is indeed likely that we will retake the Isles, however we have a problem. While retaking it is in fact an achievable goal it leaves us with the question of what to do with it once it is liberated. The current king and his heirs are nowhere to be found, and our espionage network (or lack thereof) is not up to a dedicated search. Would you be able to figure out if the king and/or his heirs are alive, and if so where they are?

[ragingrage]

The Reforged Kingdom

To the Coalition
Hmmm...with your assistance, Venetian Isles, we may be able to divide the magic of the Risen Empire -- Some to ensure the retaking of Dhevan and the rest to aid in the freeing of the strange men's homeland.
I feel as if asking the people of Dhevan so soon after such tumultuous events may cause them to not make a fully educated decision with regards to their independence. I suggest that for 1-2 turns we help them rebuild their nation, as it will have suffered damage during the war, and then after that they can make a fully unbiased decision.

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles

To coalition

Waiting a {few turns} before asking seems like a good idea. No sense in having them make an uninformed decision. And of course should the king arrive in the meantime he shall of course be enthroned again.

Splitting the magic seems good, as it is unlikely that dhevan has too many troops. However we still have the issues of the possible Naval and army deficiency on this end of the invasion. While a buildup of the navy to nessesary proportions is likely possible we will not be able to build up a large enough army in time on our own. If the risen Empire would be willing to commit actual troops and navy to this invasion I would be much more confident. Or if they were willing to give an accurate conversion ratio between navy/army and magic so that I can gauge our actual chances.

Jack, do you plan on sending any soldiers or ships? If so how many? Also how is the intelligence gathering (the king, and the strength of our opposition) going? please inform us of any results.

OOC: to keep track

Dhevan invasion

Venetian Isles
- 11 Navy
-4.5 army
-3 magic

Risen Empire
-20 (maybe 10 if agree to plan) magic
-soldiers and navy??? (yes/no?)



Mainland invasion
Reforged:
-20 army
-10 navy

Risen
-10 magic?? (if agree to split magic)



Misc

Jack
-??espionage
-soldiers/navy??? (yes/no?)
Strange men
- 4 espionage

[Nemesis67]

Jack Collective
Morale: +++++ +++-

To the Federation (++++)
We thank you for your assistance. This alliance should also make plans to aid the rebuilding of both occupied nations, and look to forming and deepening our trade connections once we have driven off the oppressors.

To the Coalition (PM)
The Federation has pledged [7] Eco, [9] Navy, and [3] Army to the fight. The Collective itself will deploy at the least [5] Esp to finding the royal family of Dhevan, [5] Navy, and [7] Army for the liberation. Should we also evaluate the strength of either/both revolutionary bodies or can the Strange Men conduct that operation?

As for the timing of this invasion, we feel it must be done at the most immediate opportunity, if possible. The more time the "revolutionaries" have, the more power they can consolidate, and the tighter their hold on the people of the nations. In addition, they may be able to find and execute the royal family if we give them too long.

My Total:
14 Navy
10 Army
7 Eco

To the Risen Empire (+++++ +++)
We are interested in your information, however we are a bit wary of if it's worth as compared to our report. If you were willing to go in blind you would have done so by now, and we are the only power who has the capability to investigate it. Would the information and [4 non-Navy/Army] resources be a fair exchange? We can settle this deal once we deal with the Isle of Dhevan situation if you would wish.

-Jack 35

[oblivion6]

the coalition[PM]
strange men:we do not have the intelligence capabilities to evaluate their strengths in both our homeland and dhevan. however we will infiltrate dhevan if we need to

queendom of faluna:during the meeting queen lymslia herself arrived pledging her support to an attack on dhevan and the strange mens home. the queendom had been investigating matters as well

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles

To Coalition


We welcome the support of the Federation and the Collective. The Dhevan side of the invasion is looking much better. We do need to decide where to allocate the Federation forces however.

We also need to decide when to launch these invasions. It will effect how we prepare. For instance hiring mercenaries will be more beneficial if we attack {EOT this turn} while a military/naval buildup is more beneficial should we attack {EOT next turn}.


Combined Invasion Stats

Dhevan invasion

Venetian Isles
- 11 Navy
-4.5 army
-3 magic

Risen Empire
-20 (maybe 10 if agree to plan) magic
-soldiers and navy??? (yes/no?)

Jack
-5 Navy
-7 army

Total Dhevan invasion: 16 Navy, 11.5 army, 23 (13?) magic

Mainland invasion
Reforged:
-20 army
-10 navy

Risen
-10 magic?? (if agree to split magic)

Total Mainland: 20 army, 10 Navy, maybe 10 magic

Misc

Federation
-9 Navy
-3 Army
-7 Econ

Faluna
-???

Strange men
- 4 espionage

Total Misc: 9 Navy, 3 Army, 4 ESP, 7 Econ

[oblivion6]

mid turn update

the months continue to tick away as the world draws closer to war with the isle of dhevan. things continue as normal, except all resources are redirected toward the war preperations. but thats nothing new

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles
morale: +++

To Coalition

OK, so with the new info on Dhevan's military/navy {NPC stat updates} I have a few changes to Recommend. First the Federation Army should help with Dhevan, so as to exceed their army strength. (OOC: also due to Mid turn actions I am now sending 7 army [2.5 increase on prior value]). The navies of the other nations can largely be transferred to the mainland for transport ships, as the small navy left after the coup will not stand before our Navy. Should they want to stay attacking Dhevan the bombardment would certainly be helpful however.

We also need to decide how to allocate the Federation's generous donation (econ) the simplest thing to do would be to hire mercs so that they could help with the mainland invasion (absolutely overwhelming force is always good.)? does anyone have any other options?

With the magic of the risen empire (and our own limited skill) we should have enough of an advantage to win the war quickly.

We should have input on when to attack. I recommend attacking in {EOT this turn} as we do not want a change in the Dhevan situation. the mainland attack we are however unsure of, as we have as yet no reliable information about what will be faced. Should they be ready however we see no reason not to attack now.

also, does anyone else's troop commitments change from Mid turn actions?

Troop Allocation

Dhevan invasion

Venetian Isles
- 11 Navy
-7 army
-3 magic

Risen Empire
-20 (maybe 10 if agree to plan) magic
-soldiers and navy??? (yes/no?)

Jack
-5 Navy
-7 army

Total Dhevan invasion: 16 Navy, 11.5 army, 23 (13?) magic

Mainland invasion
Reforged:
-20 army
-10 navy

Risen
-10 magic?? (if agree to split magic)

Total Mainland: 20 army, 10 Navy, maybe 10 magic

Misc

Federation
-9 Navy (recommend to mainland)
-3 Army (recommend to Dhevan)
-7 Econ (mercs for mainland??)

Faluna
-???

Strange men
- 4 espionage

Total Misc: 9 Navy, 3 Army, 4 ESP, 7 Econ



To Faluna

It has come to our intention that you have expressed interest in the liberation of Dhevan. Do you wish to help liberate them? If so what forces can you provide (Mil, Navy, Magic, econ for Mercs etc.)? If not, may we inquire as to your response to this Dhevan situation?

[oblivion6]

the coalition[PM]
the queendom of faluna is providing the following

[+++++] econ for mercs to attack dhevan
[+++] army to attack mainland
[+++++ +++] navy to attack mainland

the strange men also report they have the following forces back home

[11] army
[3] navy

(may seem like alot, but the rebels have quite a bit opposing you)

[ragingrage]

The Reforged Kingdom

To the Coalition (PM)
Do the Strange Men have any information on the strength of the rebels, in magic/military/navy? That would be quite useful to know.

[oblivion6]

the coalition[PM]
in their homeland last reports indicate that the rebellion was comprised of the following

[27] army and [6] navy
[5] magic and lots of espionage

keep in mind that is between the actual rebel mobs and the foreign sponsers, not just one of them so its not as bad as it sounds

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles

To Coalition

Well, with the strange men's forces it looks like the mainland invasion will likely succeed, however that still leaves the puppet master that caused these revolutions. After the war we need to devote resources to finding out who actually caused this. The Isles don't have much of an espionage network, and we'll likely be rebuilding Dhevan, so we won't be too much help. Although if we could find any competent freelance spies we might be able to hire a few.

Troops

Dhevan invasion

Venetian Isles
- 11 Navy
-7 army
-3 magic

Risen Empire
-20 (maybe 10 if agree to plan) magic
-soldiers and navy??? (yes/no?)

Jack
-5 Navy
-7 army

Faluna
- 5 econ (for mercs)

Total Dhevan invasion: 16 Navy, 11.5 army, 23 (13?) magic, 5 econ

Mainland invasion
Reforged:
-20 army
-10 navy

Risen
-10 magic?? (if agree to split magic)

Faluna
-3 Army
-8 Navy

Strange Men
-11 Army
-3 Navy

Total Mainland: 34 army, 21 Navy, maybe 10 magic

Misc

Federation
-9 Navy (recommend to mainland)
-3 Army (recommend to Dhevan)
-7 Econ (mercs for mainland??)

Strange men
- 4 espionage

Total Misc: 9 Navy, 3 Army, 4 ESP, 7 Econ

[Nemesis67]

Jack Collective
Morale: +++++ +++-

To the Coalition (PM):
The Collective will divert our spy networks this season to the mainland conflict, so as to counter their own sizable agencies. As well as searching for the King of Dhevan. Since we're unsure as to the intelligence capabilities of those on the Isle, the Collective feels that the Strange Men's spies should be sent there to aid in counter-intelligence operations. Once the false revolts are put down, we can look into finding the puppet masters. Is eliminating them a goal of this Coalition?

[ragingrage]

The Reforged Kingdom

Coalition (PM)
We will lend our own +++++ esp to these operations. I feel as if our policy in regards to the puppet masters should be decided once this operation is over, and we know who or what they are.

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles

To Coalition

Indeed we should wait until we get more information before we make any sudden moves with regard to the puppet masters. We might not even be capable of making overt moves depending on who they are. That being said, we should certainly make preparations, as them being friendly seems unlikely.

Also I would like confirmation on both the risen empire's role, and a general vote on when the invasion should take place. I vote {EOT this turn}.

[ragingrage]

The Reforged Kingdom

To the Coalition
I agree that this turn would be optimal.

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire
Morale: +++++ +++

To: The Coalition [PM]

Alcinus had been silent for a long time, seeming to be listening for something. The silence ends with a nod, apparently to himself.

"Many apologies for the delay of this message.

The rituals preceding our magical attack have already begun. We can attempt to divert them, though the consequences of such are uncertain.

As for the date, we would ask that the invasion force refrain from landing until the magical assault has concluded, due to the possibility of the attack mistakenly targeting the invading forces. Otherwise, the <EOT> should work.

We have +++ army and ++ navy available for operations.

If I've missed anything, then please ask.


A strange ritual [+++] (Patria internal)

The Cult of the Emperor has recently redoubled its activity, the redactors conducting strange rituals. The citizens are participating heartily, and with each repetition of the daily rituals they become longer and more intense.

As the rituals continue, the magi of Patria begin an altogether different ritual. Runes spread between their towers, and arcane energy can easily be felt in the air of Patria.

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles

To Coalition

Given the focus of the risen Empire on Dhevan, the army and navy may as well go there. Federation support needs to be finalized (attack Dhevan or mainland). The army would be useful for Dhevan, while the Navy would be unnecessary for Dhevan. Econ could be used well in either invasion.

Yes we are willing to wait until after the magical attack.

[NM020110]

The Risen Empire
Morale: +++++ +++

To: The Coalition[PM]

Alcinus speaks one last time.

"The magical attack has begun. It should conclude in seven days time."


A strange ritual-conclusion[+++](Risen Empire internal)

The rituals have hit their peak. The air of Patria is saturated with magical energy, and it is being bound into a large golden ball by the magi. This sphere hangs directly over the Emperor's Palace, the beating heart of the Risen Empire. Finally, once the sphere has attained sufficient size after months of rituals, the Emperor rises from His throne.

Slowly, He ascends to the sphere. As He enters it, the sphere is absorbed, and its magical energies are made available to the Emperor. For seven days and seven nights the Emperor floats over His capitol, His light illuminating His empire as though He were the sun.

The Emperor's Attack on Dhevan[-](world event)

A sun column pierces through the overcast sky, seeming to push the clouds away from it. The column lands on the tower of Dhevan's foremost magister, and slowly begins to expand. Within a day, all of Dhevan is encapsulated within the column of light.

Those caught within the light report that they could feel their mind being surrounded by some kind of being. To quote one:

"I was suspended in a field of light. I was aware of numerous others nearby. My friends, my family, and my unit. I couldn't sense them, but I knew that they were there, and I could feel it when they were attacked, and destroyed. I do not know why I was spared, buy when I came to from that horrible void of light, I was surrounded by madmen that were once known to me."

After seven days, the attack ceases, and the column of light fades. The damage done, however, will last for years to come...

[oblivion6]

turn 8 begins

the battle of dhevan

the isle of dhevan was ripped apart by open fighting within the city streets as the people decided to rebel against the new goverment led by general agrean. it was during this rebellion that the magical might of the risen empire became apparent as thousands of minds shattered in an instant driving thousands insane, leading to widespread looting and rioting

on top of the rebellion and magical attack, the goverment faced even bigger problems as a large army and combined fleet of various nations took to storming the beaches and going up and over the walls of the city, quickly overwhelming what defenders remained sane.

the coalition didnt meet any organized resistance until the palace gates where the coalition leaders confronted general agrean, who had rallied his remaining men. the fighting was fierce and bloody, hundreds dying in minutes but eventually general agrean and his men succeeded in driving the armies back out of the palace. it remains to be seen what will happen next

mainland invasion

acting at the same time as the dhevanian invasion got underway, the massive army of the queendom of faluna and reforged kingdoms marched across the great eastern desert while at the same time a fleet of ships came up from the great river ninrir linking up with the main army at the fortified border town of danterale formally under the governance of the nijonians, a race of humans who ruled a vast empire in the east. it is here that the main army replenished and rested until a contigent of nijonian troops who arrived to help the alliance push deep into the empire quelling the rebellious population and their massive armed strongholds

together the armies pushed forward taking the pressure off of the nijonian goverments and pushing the rebels before them until only a few strongholds remained in rebel hands...on the mainland part of the empire atleast. it is unknown what will be done about the small chain of islands that the rebel forces took over just as the alliance crossed the border

other news

a new kingdom called the melvaunian kingdoms has arisen in the deep south as a strong leader took control of the scattered city states, forging them into a very strong economic power

on the complete other side of the continent...the far north regions, a massive meteorite touched down. the crash wouldve caused massive damage if the area had been populated but it was only a few scattered settlements here and there. some of these very same settlers report seeing a massive beast lying within the craters

[hydroplatypus]

Venetian Isles

To Coalition

To those attacking Dhevan:

The enemy is nearly finished. we merely need to oust them from their final holdout and this invasion will be finished. I reccommend a joint magical and military operation to push the remaining userpers into their graves. I recommend we attack {Mid turn} and finish them off quickly, while they are still weak.

[oblivion6]

Nijon empire to the world

we of the nijon empire would like to say thank you to all the nations of the western half of the continent who put their lives on the front lines to support an empire they knew nothing about. all the nations who participated in this costly and bloody war will be recieving a share of our massive coffers

the coalition[PM]
most of the nations agree that this needs to be finished quickly, however the hellraisers and the queendom of faluna must withdraw from the attacks as they both sustained terrible losses

magus conclave to the world

it appears a great threat may be on the rise in the far north...a massive beast. we have not had oppurtunity to send any agents up there but we plan to by [mid-turn]. reports suggest that there have been many isolated settlers who appear to have seen a massive slumbering beast in the crater

[Nemesis67]

Jack Collective
Morale: +++++ +++-

To the Coalition (PM):
We should definitely force them off the Isle. Should we also push to liberate the Nijon's island chain and captured fortresses or are the loyalist forces strong enough to retake them?

We should also address the issue of this monster to our north. If the Conclave is worried enough to send a global message, it may be dangerous enough to warrant the continued existence of this coalition until the threat is over.