Haseri
Emperor
Oh, I will.
All The World's A Stage
- Thread starter Warman17
- Start date
Tree151
Warlord
I sent orders, just making a last diplomacy request:
To - Poland
From - Russia
"We wish to stabilize relations between our nations. Hatered has gone too long, and we wish for peace. We offer you a trade agreement, to start blossoming our new, more peaceful ways."
To - Poland
From - Russia
"We wish to stabilize relations between our nations. Hatered has gone too long, and we wish for peace. We offer you a trade agreement, to start blossoming our new, more peaceful ways."
Stuck in Pi
3.14159265358979323846...
- Joined
- Oct 23, 2007
- Messages
- 646
Dear Russia,
Poland would like to cease our hostilities as well. Let trade commence between our great nations.
Poland would like to cease our hostilities as well. Let trade commence between our great nations.
Tree151
Warlord
To - Poland
From - Russia
"We are happy to hear that you agree. We shall begin sending caravans with Russian goods as soon as possable. May this peace continue for a long time."
From - Russia
"We are happy to hear that you agree. We shall begin sending caravans with Russian goods as soon as possable. May this peace continue for a long time."
D'Artagnan59
The Gascon
To: Ottoman Empire
From: Khorasan
As we are the two great Islamic empires of the world, we propose a trade agreement through our borders.
To: Ming
From: Khorasan
We propose a trade agreement to foster peace between our empires.
From: Khorasan
As we are the two great Islamic empires of the world, we propose a trade agreement through our borders.
To: Ming
From: Khorasan
We propose a trade agreement to foster peace between our empires.
I already got orders from Haseri for Englaaaaaaanddd
Speaking of orders anyone who hasn't sent them should send them in today.
TheLizardKing
Let's talk Michelle.
My orders are in boss'!
Update 1 1614
Latin World:
Portugal Noble Revolt! Even as the empire expands abroad, the situation in Portugal has only grown more unstable. While religious problems may be relegated to the colonies, the influx of riches from the colonies is generating a lot of resentment by the noble classes. The increasing size and wealth of the Portuguese merchant class has begun to outclass the wealth of the landowning aristocrats who have long held the most power in Portuguese society. In the northeast section of the country local nobles have done more than simply stew in disgust, and have openly raised arms against the King. Here, the most peripheral of nobles feel as though they have lost any and all sway with the crown and hope to restore it by force, demanding better entitlements and less taxation. Luckily the situation has yet to spread, but other nobles are watching intently to see what happens next.
(-1 stability, +Noble Rebellion)
Surprising Peasant Revolt in Papal State! While the Pope is hoping to return Rome to is wonderful glory as the eye of Christendom, the local peasants have had enough of his insane taxes. The people have revolted against the Pope himself, demanding their current level of taxation by the local nobility to be unsustainable. Local priests and bishops have tried to calm the crowds, but to no avail. The situation has yet to turn violent, but the countryside mobs have armed themselves in preparation for expected bloodshed. Until their demands are met the people will continue to withhold taxes from the Nobles and this Papacys tax collectors. While the income from these poor simpletons is insubstantial to the Church, something must be done to retain the Popes image in the secular world.
(-1 stability, +Peasant Revolt)
Attempted Coup in Tuscany! Ironically a similar situation in Tuscany involves Nobles demanding an increase in taxation. For years Cosimo II has placed a limit on how much taxation can be put on the people, in order to gain their affection. The result has now been an insurrection of a handful of nobles in an attempt to overthrow his rule. While Cosmio was forced to flee his Palace, he successfully rallied the military and crushed the conspirators before they could do much harm. Secure in himself Cosimo refused to reconsider his tax-code which travelers say has only deepened the mistrust of the aristocracy.
(-1 stability)
The Palatinate Gains Refugees! As a war between Poland and the Bohemian Circle begins, many Germans have decided to get out of the warpath and move to The Palatinate which, while at war with France, seems to be the most secure place to be right now. Most have been forced to become impoverished serfs, while the few with means have been capable of remaining free men. Regardless the influx has greatly impacted the Electorates population.
(+1 manpower)
Magdeburg and Mainz Joins Saxony Circle! As the threat of Poland grows the Catholic Holy Roman principalities of Magdeburg and Mainz have decided to throw their lot with Saxony which leads the Catholic anti-Polish Circle. While the Circle has yet to make any overt moves against Poland, many suspect they are simply hoping the Protestants get pummeled first. The Prince-Elector of Mainz has openly stated the problem of the Bohemian Circle was allying themselves with a weak nation outside the Holy Roman Empire where the Emperor has no influence.
WARS:
Austria Drives Back Catholic Rebels! With the seat of Protestant Hapsburg power in Vienna at threat from a growing army of Catholic rebels, Archduke Matthias called back some forces from Austrian Netherlands, issued a war tax, and began raising an army. In the meantime the Catholic rebels missed their opportunity to quickly capture Vienna, moving only when it was already too late. The Archdukes forces smashed the rebels south of the city, pursuing them back to the rebel stronghold of Klagenfurt. The Catholic rebels have issued a general call for help to almost anyone imaginable including the Holy Roman Emperor, the kings of Poland, France, and Spain, and even the Pope himself. With other issues developing in Germany, France, and Britain the almost peaceful Reformation could turn violent very quickly.
(Austria: -3 Infantry Regiments, -1 Cavalry Regiment
Catholic Rebels: -5 Infantry Regiments, -2 Cavalry Regiments)
England Invades Scotland! His Majesty, James I by the Grace of God, King of England, France and Ireland, Defender of the Faith, etc. has decided to add King of Scots to his title deciding the similarly named James over the border in Scotland was simply a charlatan stealing his name and title. While initially succeeding in overrunning several border forts, and besieging Edinburgh, James VI of Scotland has rallied his nation to the north pledging to stop the Catholic James of England from destroying free Scottish Calvinism. Several skirmishes have stopped English advances into the Scottish Highlands while most effort is being made in capturing Edinburgh. The citys forts have slowly been peeled away by British artillery, and its sea-connections severed, but the population is determined to hold on until James VI rescues them from English Catholic tyranny. To the south of the border James VI rhetoric has begun to stir Englands own Calvinist community mostly located in East Anglia and Wales. They have begun to demand the King sign a decree ensuring the future just treatment of Scottish and English Calvinism. At the same time James VI of Scotland has sent letters to the King of France asking him to honor the alliance made between the two countries.
(England: -2 Infantry Regiments, -1 stability
Scotland: -1 Infantry Regiment)
Poland Invasion of Hungary Spreads War! In attempt to finish the job started over 20 years ago, Poland launched a massive invasion of the remains of the Hungarian kingdom. Still reeling from their upset less than a decade ago, King Gabor Bethlen mounted a meager resistance for once such vast a kingdom. Outnumbered over 30-1 the King hoped that his allies in the Holy Roman Empire would be able to save his crown. He successfully fled to Bohemia where he was able to garner support to make war against the Polish invaders. Without wasting time, preparations for such an occasion having been made long in the past, the principalities encompassing the Bohemian Circle gathered their forces and tried to gain the initiative against Poland. While still outnumbered, Poland has mainly focused on destroying Bohemia, having captured most of Moravia. This has allowed a coalition of forces led by Hesse to occupy several German towns. A much larger upset was to the north where Gelre successfully captured the major commercial center of Bremen. Polish forces have arrived, and have begun cannonading Gelre defensive positions, but the city remains in their hands. In the Polish vassal of Thuringia has begun to destabilize as two camps of nobles have formed demanding to stay with, or break from the Polish crown. Prince-Elector Johann Friedrich IIs indecisiveness has only exacerbated the situation.
(Poland: -10 Infantry Regiments, -3 Cavalry Regiments, -2ep
Hungary: -2 Cavalry Regiments, -2ep, -1 prestige
Bohemia: -4 Infantry Regiments, -1 Cavalry Regiment
Gelre: -2 Infantry Regiments
Hesse: -1 Infantry Regiment
Trier: -1 Infantry Regiment
Cleves: -1 Cavalry Regiment
Thuringia: -3 Stability)
Breton Pirates Raid Normandy; France Invades Brittany! The English Channel, long known to be a hotbed of Pirate activity, has seen a daring attack on a French naval base in Normandy. The French have linked the privateers to bases out of Brittany and have decided to end the menace once and for all. The invasion of Brittany was launched, quick maneuvers overrunning the border and surrounding the capital of Nantes. Breton military forces have yet to meet the French in the open field of battle, deciding to instead focus on defending key fortresses located across the peninsula designed for just such an occasion. Nantes itself is well defended, as is the cities of Rennes and Brest [now on the map]. The news has spread to the colonies where the French have taken the initiative in invading Bresil. Several naval engagements outside of Nantes has allowed the city to keep supplies coming in from the sea, while small expeditions to the Caribbean have also interdicted some French shipping. Brittanys allies of Lorraine and The Palatinate have responded to the invasion by sending military forces in eastern France. Here they have already met the French on the battlefield and failed to defeat French forces in open battle. With the Austrians preoccupied with their Catholic insurrection, its possible Brittanys allies will be unable to save it. Yet as French forces march farther into Breton land, the Huguenots and other French Protestants have begun to speak up against the crown. Printing presses from Avignon have begun to spread literature around the Protestant regions of southern France demanding an uprising against Louis XIII and end his Papist tyranny.
(France: -6 Infantry Regiments, -2 Cavalry Regiment, -2 Flytes. -2 Barques, -2 Stability
Brittany: -3 Infantry Regiments, -2 Barques
Lorraine: -2 Infantry Regiments
The Palatinate: -2 Infantry Regiments, -1 Cavalry Regiment)
Colonial News:
Portugal Restores Order to Cape Town! Portugal has sent reinforcements to beleaguered garrisons in its Cape Colony, capturing Cape Town from land and sea. The rebels, protestant missionaries and their native allies, have been forced to retreat to the interior of the colony where its possible if not crushed soon the rebels will garner more support from the natives peoples to drive out the Portuguese.
French Colonial Expeditions! Even as war begins at home and abroad, France has sunk money into expanding its Colonial empire. In the Americas France has decided to expand their Caribbean colony to the Mosquito Coast, possibly threatening English and Spanish positions in the region. In Africa the French have had their most profitable pursuit in completing the take over of the Guinea region, mostly through native alliances. The monopoly on the region has allowed France to openly compete with Portugals Benin colony in the lucrative slave trade. In another attempt to possibly compete with Portuguese trade the French have established outposts in Madagascar which now puts them in range of large-scale trade with the East Indies.
(+1ep French West Africa, +Madagascar)
Portuguese Colonial Expeditions! Portugal has also sought to expand its colonial reaches, though mostly in the Pacific. Sailing north from Chile Portuguese forces placed forts in southern California. From here explorers sailed west where they discovered the island chain of Hawaii. The Portuguese have established trading posts and maps across Europe have them as owners of the islands, though the natives would probably disagree. More important to the expansion of the Portuguese Colonial Empire has been the establishment of trade with Vijayanagar. The conclusion of a trade deal has been the first major commercial breakthrough in India by Europeans. Portugal has established a near monopoly on goods from the East Indies.
(+ Portuguese Pacific, +1ep Portuguese Asia, +1ep Cape Colony)
Eastern World:
Polotsk and Kazan Become Vassals! Russia has created two new vassals by flexing its diplomatic muscles. The first, Kazan, actually resulted in the state becoming a vassal of the Ottoman Empire rather than become subservient to the Tsar. The second, Polotsk had no hope of resisting a Russian invasion and chose the path of least resistance. However, recent events in Russia may allow Polotsk and Lithuania to break free of Russian control.
Increased Trade in Poland! Poland has signed a historic deal with Russia opening the borders for increased trade and travel. The result has been the opening of new markets for Polish goods. In addition, the unrest in Russia has forced many Russian merchants to forsake their homeland for the safety of Poland which had luckily just become open to them. The result has been a boom of economic activity in Polands east even as the commercial situation in the west depreciates.
(Poland: +1 ep)
Sudden Death of Tsar! Tsar Mikhail Romanov tripped down a flight of stairs breaking his neck and ending his short reign as Tsar of Russia. His father Feodor Romanov has taken over as Tsar, but large numbers of nobility have openly talked against his rule while the countryside has become violent.
(-1 stability)
Major Uprising in Russia! The sudden death of Mikhail Romanov, combined with the already tenuous situation in Russian society has erupted into full blown rebellion. Peasants from across the countryside have decided to throw off their lords whose taxes they feel are too high. While most revolts have been put down, the support of local lords have allowed the revolt south of Smolensk to grow to uncontrollable levels. While the revolt is peasant in nature, the unstable situation may spread to religious and nationalist discontent further in former Lithuania.
(+Peasant Revolt)
WARS:
Russia Has Further Losses in Norway! Even as Russia successfully hires mercenaries in Norway, avoiding the issue of transport, Danish and Swedish forces have continued to defeat Russian forces in the field of battle. The remaining Russian forces have retreated to the north of Norway where supplies are scarce. The mercenaries have already begun rumbling on leaving the army as defeats and likelihood of losing future payments is high. With the situation growing worse at some advisors tell the Tsar to simply leave Scandinavia once and for all, while others say the blow to Russian prestige could not be tolerated regardless the material loss.
(Russia: -2 Infantry Regiments, -5 Infantry Regiments(Mercenary)
Denmark: -2 Infantry Regiments
Sweden: -1 Infantry Regiments, -1 Cavalry Regiment)
Ottoman Invasion of Ethiopia! After the Ethiopians failed to become vassals of the mighty Ottoman Empire, Ottoman military forces moved in to ensure suzerainty. While initial skirmishes have proven successful, and the coastline of Ethiopia now lies in Ottoman hands, the Ethiopian resistance has only grown. An attempted attack on the Ethiopian capital was repulsed, and forays into the Ethiopian highlands have been met only with disaster. While the Ethiopians are not as well armed or organized as Ottoman forces, they are still capable of defending their homeland.
(Ottomans: -1 Cavalry Regiment
Ethiopia: -2 Native Infantry Regiments)
Colonial News:
Tomsk Founded by Russia! Before any of the internal disputes Russia sent out an expedition which has successfully created the Tomsk colony east of Siberia. The new colony hopes to one day reach all the way to the Pacific coast.
(+Tomsk)
Muslim World:
Khan of Ak Koyunlu Dies! After taking over from his father after the fall of the Ak Koyunlu empire, the Khan has died of old age. His son Ali takes over promising to maintain current relations with the Ottoman Empire and retain Ak Koyunlus autonomy from outside powers.
Moroccos Economy Grows! A combination of increased trade and lower tariffs has allowed Moroccos economy to suddenly boom. While having long lost the Straits of Gibraltar to Portuguese and Spanish control, Morocco still plays a key role in the Atlantic-Mediterranean trade routes.
(Morocco: +1ep)
WARS:
Khorasan Attacks Adal/Swahili! In an attempt to expand their role from the Horn of Africa, Khorasan has launched a full scale invasion of Adal and Swahili. To the north Adal has traded land for time hoping for Ottoman intervention, failing to meet Khorasans army in open combat. To the south Khorasan landed on the small island of Zanzibar, capital of the Swahili kingdom. The island was quickly subdued, followed by Adals land across the straits. Khorasan overestimated their shipping capacity and was only able to get 4 Musket Regiments to the Cape of Africa. Here the main Swahili army has mobilized and has crossed the border threatening the entire operation. No major battles or casualties have yet to occur during the entire war.
Indian World:
Vijayangar Center of Hindu World! Efforts by King Venkata II to construct new temples to the Hindu gods has established him as the leading figure in the Hindu world. His piety combined with his power has led most Hindus across India to turn to him for consul and expect him to protect them should the time ever comes.
Ceylon King Dies! King Senarut of Ceylon died of natural causes early this year to be succeeded by his son Gayesh. Unfortunately it would seem that the young kings rule may be over as soon as it began due to Vijayangar invasion.
Nepelese Rebels! A small peasant rebellion was put down in Nepal this year. The damages to property and life were slight, but the situation in Nepal has grown more unstable as a result.
WARS:
Vijayangar Occupies Ceylon! Using the death of Senarut as a pretext, the military of Vijayangar launched an operation to capture the Buddhist island-state of Ceylon. After completely destroying the Ceylon navy at sea, Vijayangar landed an army four times the size of the one fielded by Ceylon. Ceylonese warriors were driven from the battlefield and the country now lies in Vijayangars hands. Trouble still exists as King Gayesh has not been captured, and is raising a resistance in the Ceylon interior.
(Ceylon: -2 Native Musket Regiments, -5 cogs, -1ep
Vijayangar: -2 Native Musket Regiments, -3 cogs)
Vijayangar Occupies Khandesh! Having been rebuked by Vijayangars demands to become a vassal-state King Venkata II launched an invasion of Khandesh. Once again the greatly outnumbered defenders were defeated by Vijayangars armies. This time the remains of Khandesh hide behind their city-walls delaying the inevitable. Diplomatic calls for action to other Kings have fallen on deaf ears.
(Khandesh: -2 Native Musket Infantry, -1 Native Cavalry Regiment
Vijayangar: -2 Native Cavalry Regiments)
Chinese World:
Emperor Taizu of Manchu Dies! Emperor Taizu who has tied the Macnhu with Korea and Japan to protect the Ming has died. His son Huang Taiji has taken over. Huang Taiji is much more militant than his father, believing a confrontation with the Ming is inevitability. As a result he has increased the size of the Manchu war machine in preparation for this day.
African World:
Mutapa Peasant Revolt! Mutapa has been unable to capitalize on the dire situation faced by Swahili due to a peasant revolt draining much of the resources of the state. The revolt lasted several months but was eventually put down.
(Mutapa: -2 Native Infantry Regiments)
Diplo:
To France
From Scotland:
We have an alliance with France. Please, guarantee our safety from the English!
To Milan
From Bohemian Circle:
While Hungary is not a member of the HRE, Poland is its greatest threat. It already holds half of the territory under its control, and if it is not stopped will soon control it all!
To Ottoman Empire
From Adal/Swahili:
Please save us from these heretics who seek to subjugate us to their rule.
Ooc:
Rule changes: Most ships no longer require manpower. Privateers cost half as much as normal ships, but are of lower quality. Cavalry and Artillery now cost 1 less manpower, and 1 more ep. Mercenaries have also been changed to equal just the ep cost.
To chemhater: you cant bank ep so I made you a native regiment
To germanicus: the Huron dont even have modern weaponry yet, so I put all your money into that instead
To Matt0088: In regards to shipping an already existing regiment it just costs 1ep and becomes a metropole regiment that way.
Map
Latin World:
Portugal Noble Revolt! Even as the empire expands abroad, the situation in Portugal has only grown more unstable. While religious problems may be relegated to the colonies, the influx of riches from the colonies is generating a lot of resentment by the noble classes. The increasing size and wealth of the Portuguese merchant class has begun to outclass the wealth of the landowning aristocrats who have long held the most power in Portuguese society. In the northeast section of the country local nobles have done more than simply stew in disgust, and have openly raised arms against the King. Here, the most peripheral of nobles feel as though they have lost any and all sway with the crown and hope to restore it by force, demanding better entitlements and less taxation. Luckily the situation has yet to spread, but other nobles are watching intently to see what happens next.
(-1 stability, +Noble Rebellion)
Surprising Peasant Revolt in Papal State! While the Pope is hoping to return Rome to is wonderful glory as the eye of Christendom, the local peasants have had enough of his insane taxes. The people have revolted against the Pope himself, demanding their current level of taxation by the local nobility to be unsustainable. Local priests and bishops have tried to calm the crowds, but to no avail. The situation has yet to turn violent, but the countryside mobs have armed themselves in preparation for expected bloodshed. Until their demands are met the people will continue to withhold taxes from the Nobles and this Papacys tax collectors. While the income from these poor simpletons is insubstantial to the Church, something must be done to retain the Popes image in the secular world.
(-1 stability, +Peasant Revolt)
Attempted Coup in Tuscany! Ironically a similar situation in Tuscany involves Nobles demanding an increase in taxation. For years Cosimo II has placed a limit on how much taxation can be put on the people, in order to gain their affection. The result has now been an insurrection of a handful of nobles in an attempt to overthrow his rule. While Cosmio was forced to flee his Palace, he successfully rallied the military and crushed the conspirators before they could do much harm. Secure in himself Cosimo refused to reconsider his tax-code which travelers say has only deepened the mistrust of the aristocracy.
(-1 stability)
The Palatinate Gains Refugees! As a war between Poland and the Bohemian Circle begins, many Germans have decided to get out of the warpath and move to The Palatinate which, while at war with France, seems to be the most secure place to be right now. Most have been forced to become impoverished serfs, while the few with means have been capable of remaining free men. Regardless the influx has greatly impacted the Electorates population.
(+1 manpower)
Magdeburg and Mainz Joins Saxony Circle! As the threat of Poland grows the Catholic Holy Roman principalities of Magdeburg and Mainz have decided to throw their lot with Saxony which leads the Catholic anti-Polish Circle. While the Circle has yet to make any overt moves against Poland, many suspect they are simply hoping the Protestants get pummeled first. The Prince-Elector of Mainz has openly stated the problem of the Bohemian Circle was allying themselves with a weak nation outside the Holy Roman Empire where the Emperor has no influence.
WARS:
Austria Drives Back Catholic Rebels! With the seat of Protestant Hapsburg power in Vienna at threat from a growing army of Catholic rebels, Archduke Matthias called back some forces from Austrian Netherlands, issued a war tax, and began raising an army. In the meantime the Catholic rebels missed their opportunity to quickly capture Vienna, moving only when it was already too late. The Archdukes forces smashed the rebels south of the city, pursuing them back to the rebel stronghold of Klagenfurt. The Catholic rebels have issued a general call for help to almost anyone imaginable including the Holy Roman Emperor, the kings of Poland, France, and Spain, and even the Pope himself. With other issues developing in Germany, France, and Britain the almost peaceful Reformation could turn violent very quickly.
(Austria: -3 Infantry Regiments, -1 Cavalry Regiment
Catholic Rebels: -5 Infantry Regiments, -2 Cavalry Regiments)
England Invades Scotland! His Majesty, James I by the Grace of God, King of England, France and Ireland, Defender of the Faith, etc. has decided to add King of Scots to his title deciding the similarly named James over the border in Scotland was simply a charlatan stealing his name and title. While initially succeeding in overrunning several border forts, and besieging Edinburgh, James VI of Scotland has rallied his nation to the north pledging to stop the Catholic James of England from destroying free Scottish Calvinism. Several skirmishes have stopped English advances into the Scottish Highlands while most effort is being made in capturing Edinburgh. The citys forts have slowly been peeled away by British artillery, and its sea-connections severed, but the population is determined to hold on until James VI rescues them from English Catholic tyranny. To the south of the border James VI rhetoric has begun to stir Englands own Calvinist community mostly located in East Anglia and Wales. They have begun to demand the King sign a decree ensuring the future just treatment of Scottish and English Calvinism. At the same time James VI of Scotland has sent letters to the King of France asking him to honor the alliance made between the two countries.
(England: -2 Infantry Regiments, -1 stability
Scotland: -1 Infantry Regiment)
Poland Invasion of Hungary Spreads War! In attempt to finish the job started over 20 years ago, Poland launched a massive invasion of the remains of the Hungarian kingdom. Still reeling from their upset less than a decade ago, King Gabor Bethlen mounted a meager resistance for once such vast a kingdom. Outnumbered over 30-1 the King hoped that his allies in the Holy Roman Empire would be able to save his crown. He successfully fled to Bohemia where he was able to garner support to make war against the Polish invaders. Without wasting time, preparations for such an occasion having been made long in the past, the principalities encompassing the Bohemian Circle gathered their forces and tried to gain the initiative against Poland. While still outnumbered, Poland has mainly focused on destroying Bohemia, having captured most of Moravia. This has allowed a coalition of forces led by Hesse to occupy several German towns. A much larger upset was to the north where Gelre successfully captured the major commercial center of Bremen. Polish forces have arrived, and have begun cannonading Gelre defensive positions, but the city remains in their hands. In the Polish vassal of Thuringia has begun to destabilize as two camps of nobles have formed demanding to stay with, or break from the Polish crown. Prince-Elector Johann Friedrich IIs indecisiveness has only exacerbated the situation.
(Poland: -10 Infantry Regiments, -3 Cavalry Regiments, -2ep
Hungary: -2 Cavalry Regiments, -2ep, -1 prestige
Bohemia: -4 Infantry Regiments, -1 Cavalry Regiment
Gelre: -2 Infantry Regiments
Hesse: -1 Infantry Regiment
Trier: -1 Infantry Regiment
Cleves: -1 Cavalry Regiment
Thuringia: -3 Stability)
Breton Pirates Raid Normandy; France Invades Brittany! The English Channel, long known to be a hotbed of Pirate activity, has seen a daring attack on a French naval base in Normandy. The French have linked the privateers to bases out of Brittany and have decided to end the menace once and for all. The invasion of Brittany was launched, quick maneuvers overrunning the border and surrounding the capital of Nantes. Breton military forces have yet to meet the French in the open field of battle, deciding to instead focus on defending key fortresses located across the peninsula designed for just such an occasion. Nantes itself is well defended, as is the cities of Rennes and Brest [now on the map]. The news has spread to the colonies where the French have taken the initiative in invading Bresil. Several naval engagements outside of Nantes has allowed the city to keep supplies coming in from the sea, while small expeditions to the Caribbean have also interdicted some French shipping. Brittanys allies of Lorraine and The Palatinate have responded to the invasion by sending military forces in eastern France. Here they have already met the French on the battlefield and failed to defeat French forces in open battle. With the Austrians preoccupied with their Catholic insurrection, its possible Brittanys allies will be unable to save it. Yet as French forces march farther into Breton land, the Huguenots and other French Protestants have begun to speak up against the crown. Printing presses from Avignon have begun to spread literature around the Protestant regions of southern France demanding an uprising against Louis XIII and end his Papist tyranny.
(France: -6 Infantry Regiments, -2 Cavalry Regiment, -2 Flytes. -2 Barques, -2 Stability
Brittany: -3 Infantry Regiments, -2 Barques
Lorraine: -2 Infantry Regiments
The Palatinate: -2 Infantry Regiments, -1 Cavalry Regiment)
Colonial News:
Portugal Restores Order to Cape Town! Portugal has sent reinforcements to beleaguered garrisons in its Cape Colony, capturing Cape Town from land and sea. The rebels, protestant missionaries and their native allies, have been forced to retreat to the interior of the colony where its possible if not crushed soon the rebels will garner more support from the natives peoples to drive out the Portuguese.
French Colonial Expeditions! Even as war begins at home and abroad, France has sunk money into expanding its Colonial empire. In the Americas France has decided to expand their Caribbean colony to the Mosquito Coast, possibly threatening English and Spanish positions in the region. In Africa the French have had their most profitable pursuit in completing the take over of the Guinea region, mostly through native alliances. The monopoly on the region has allowed France to openly compete with Portugals Benin colony in the lucrative slave trade. In another attempt to possibly compete with Portuguese trade the French have established outposts in Madagascar which now puts them in range of large-scale trade with the East Indies.
(+1ep French West Africa, +Madagascar)
Portuguese Colonial Expeditions! Portugal has also sought to expand its colonial reaches, though mostly in the Pacific. Sailing north from Chile Portuguese forces placed forts in southern California. From here explorers sailed west where they discovered the island chain of Hawaii. The Portuguese have established trading posts and maps across Europe have them as owners of the islands, though the natives would probably disagree. More important to the expansion of the Portuguese Colonial Empire has been the establishment of trade with Vijayanagar. The conclusion of a trade deal has been the first major commercial breakthrough in India by Europeans. Portugal has established a near monopoly on goods from the East Indies.
(+ Portuguese Pacific, +1ep Portuguese Asia, +1ep Cape Colony)
Eastern World:
Polotsk and Kazan Become Vassals! Russia has created two new vassals by flexing its diplomatic muscles. The first, Kazan, actually resulted in the state becoming a vassal of the Ottoman Empire rather than become subservient to the Tsar. The second, Polotsk had no hope of resisting a Russian invasion and chose the path of least resistance. However, recent events in Russia may allow Polotsk and Lithuania to break free of Russian control.
Increased Trade in Poland! Poland has signed a historic deal with Russia opening the borders for increased trade and travel. The result has been the opening of new markets for Polish goods. In addition, the unrest in Russia has forced many Russian merchants to forsake their homeland for the safety of Poland which had luckily just become open to them. The result has been a boom of economic activity in Polands east even as the commercial situation in the west depreciates.
(Poland: +1 ep)
Sudden Death of Tsar! Tsar Mikhail Romanov tripped down a flight of stairs breaking his neck and ending his short reign as Tsar of Russia. His father Feodor Romanov has taken over as Tsar, but large numbers of nobility have openly talked against his rule while the countryside has become violent.
(-1 stability)
Major Uprising in Russia! The sudden death of Mikhail Romanov, combined with the already tenuous situation in Russian society has erupted into full blown rebellion. Peasants from across the countryside have decided to throw off their lords whose taxes they feel are too high. While most revolts have been put down, the support of local lords have allowed the revolt south of Smolensk to grow to uncontrollable levels. While the revolt is peasant in nature, the unstable situation may spread to religious and nationalist discontent further in former Lithuania.
(+Peasant Revolt)
WARS:
Russia Has Further Losses in Norway! Even as Russia successfully hires mercenaries in Norway, avoiding the issue of transport, Danish and Swedish forces have continued to defeat Russian forces in the field of battle. The remaining Russian forces have retreated to the north of Norway where supplies are scarce. The mercenaries have already begun rumbling on leaving the army as defeats and likelihood of losing future payments is high. With the situation growing worse at some advisors tell the Tsar to simply leave Scandinavia once and for all, while others say the blow to Russian prestige could not be tolerated regardless the material loss.
(Russia: -2 Infantry Regiments, -5 Infantry Regiments(Mercenary)
Denmark: -2 Infantry Regiments
Sweden: -1 Infantry Regiments, -1 Cavalry Regiment)
Ottoman Invasion of Ethiopia! After the Ethiopians failed to become vassals of the mighty Ottoman Empire, Ottoman military forces moved in to ensure suzerainty. While initial skirmishes have proven successful, and the coastline of Ethiopia now lies in Ottoman hands, the Ethiopian resistance has only grown. An attempted attack on the Ethiopian capital was repulsed, and forays into the Ethiopian highlands have been met only with disaster. While the Ethiopians are not as well armed or organized as Ottoman forces, they are still capable of defending their homeland.
(Ottomans: -1 Cavalry Regiment
Ethiopia: -2 Native Infantry Regiments)
Colonial News:
Tomsk Founded by Russia! Before any of the internal disputes Russia sent out an expedition which has successfully created the Tomsk colony east of Siberia. The new colony hopes to one day reach all the way to the Pacific coast.
(+Tomsk)
Muslim World:
Khan of Ak Koyunlu Dies! After taking over from his father after the fall of the Ak Koyunlu empire, the Khan has died of old age. His son Ali takes over promising to maintain current relations with the Ottoman Empire and retain Ak Koyunlus autonomy from outside powers.
Moroccos Economy Grows! A combination of increased trade and lower tariffs has allowed Moroccos economy to suddenly boom. While having long lost the Straits of Gibraltar to Portuguese and Spanish control, Morocco still plays a key role in the Atlantic-Mediterranean trade routes.
(Morocco: +1ep)
WARS:
Khorasan Attacks Adal/Swahili! In an attempt to expand their role from the Horn of Africa, Khorasan has launched a full scale invasion of Adal and Swahili. To the north Adal has traded land for time hoping for Ottoman intervention, failing to meet Khorasans army in open combat. To the south Khorasan landed on the small island of Zanzibar, capital of the Swahili kingdom. The island was quickly subdued, followed by Adals land across the straits. Khorasan overestimated their shipping capacity and was only able to get 4 Musket Regiments to the Cape of Africa. Here the main Swahili army has mobilized and has crossed the border threatening the entire operation. No major battles or casualties have yet to occur during the entire war.
Indian World:
Vijayangar Center of Hindu World! Efforts by King Venkata II to construct new temples to the Hindu gods has established him as the leading figure in the Hindu world. His piety combined with his power has led most Hindus across India to turn to him for consul and expect him to protect them should the time ever comes.
Ceylon King Dies! King Senarut of Ceylon died of natural causes early this year to be succeeded by his son Gayesh. Unfortunately it would seem that the young kings rule may be over as soon as it began due to Vijayangar invasion.
Nepelese Rebels! A small peasant rebellion was put down in Nepal this year. The damages to property and life were slight, but the situation in Nepal has grown more unstable as a result.
WARS:
Vijayangar Occupies Ceylon! Using the death of Senarut as a pretext, the military of Vijayangar launched an operation to capture the Buddhist island-state of Ceylon. After completely destroying the Ceylon navy at sea, Vijayangar landed an army four times the size of the one fielded by Ceylon. Ceylonese warriors were driven from the battlefield and the country now lies in Vijayangars hands. Trouble still exists as King Gayesh has not been captured, and is raising a resistance in the Ceylon interior.
(Ceylon: -2 Native Musket Regiments, -5 cogs, -1ep
Vijayangar: -2 Native Musket Regiments, -3 cogs)
Vijayangar Occupies Khandesh! Having been rebuked by Vijayangars demands to become a vassal-state King Venkata II launched an invasion of Khandesh. Once again the greatly outnumbered defenders were defeated by Vijayangars armies. This time the remains of Khandesh hide behind their city-walls delaying the inevitable. Diplomatic calls for action to other Kings have fallen on deaf ears.
(Khandesh: -2 Native Musket Infantry, -1 Native Cavalry Regiment
Vijayangar: -2 Native Cavalry Regiments)
Chinese World:
Emperor Taizu of Manchu Dies! Emperor Taizu who has tied the Macnhu with Korea and Japan to protect the Ming has died. His son Huang Taiji has taken over. Huang Taiji is much more militant than his father, believing a confrontation with the Ming is inevitability. As a result he has increased the size of the Manchu war machine in preparation for this day.
African World:
Mutapa Peasant Revolt! Mutapa has been unable to capitalize on the dire situation faced by Swahili due to a peasant revolt draining much of the resources of the state. The revolt lasted several months but was eventually put down.
(Mutapa: -2 Native Infantry Regiments)
Diplo:
To France
From Scotland:
We have an alliance with France. Please, guarantee our safety from the English!
To Milan
From Bohemian Circle:
While Hungary is not a member of the HRE, Poland is its greatest threat. It already holds half of the territory under its control, and if it is not stopped will soon control it all!
To Ottoman Empire
From Adal/Swahili:
Please save us from these heretics who seek to subjugate us to their rule.
Ooc:
Rule changes: Most ships no longer require manpower. Privateers cost half as much as normal ships, but are of lower quality. Cavalry and Artillery now cost 1 less manpower, and 1 more ep. Mercenaries have also been changed to equal just the ep cost.
To chemhater: you cant bank ep so I made you a native regiment
To germanicus: the Huron dont even have modern weaponry yet, so I put all your money into that instead
To Matt0088: In regards to shipping an already existing regiment it just costs 1ep and becomes a metropole regiment that way.
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bestrfcplayer
Steppin' up!
@ Warman, I have no interest in this NES at this point. But, if I get EU3, then maybe I'll be a little more interested. Sorry.
TheLizardKing
Let's talk Michelle.
Good update! Quick question; how would one put down a nobility revolt?
Most revolts have demands which you can cave into. Nobles normally demand more land to rule over, better titles, royal pensions, military commissions, etc. Doing so increases the power of the aristocracy and increases their influence in society and over the crown. In regards to stats, it will only decrease your prestige by one.
The other option is to send out the royal troops and violently crush them sending the message to every other noble that such actions are treason against the crown and will not be tolerated. This may increase your stability or decrease it for the same reason: the nobles become fearful.
Usually a mixture of the two is good measure to ensure stability and the continued functioning of the state. Kill a the nobles who started the rebellion, and raise the status of nearby loyal nobles. Though of course this causes a mixture of the problems associated with both choices as well.
TheLizardKing
Let's talk Michelle.
Aha, makes sense. Thank you.
