Thlayli
Le Pétit Prince
That's exciting. Glad the massive war isn't affecting us peaceful, harmless traders...hopefully.
DaftNES 3: Alternate-World Fresh Start
- Thread starter Daftpanzer
- Start date
Abaddon
Deity
Well, it certainly looks like a messy fight!
You have mentioned on occasion that resources are not finite and will shift/change over time.
As we discover things, will new resources appear like in civ?
You have mentioned on occasion that resources are not finite and will shift/change over time.
As we discover things, will new resources appear like in civ?
Daftpanzer
canonically ambiguous
UPDATE 4:
Years 1800 to 2100
CRADLE ONE:
The Ongen kings of this age are known as the great lawmakers; piracy is crushed and the great merchant houses are brought back under central control. But the Ongen fleet fails to wipe out the Calenginan naval presence in the east, and is left distracted when the Ethaliri tribes turn against the Ongens and launch a daring invasion of the Etua islands. The Ethaliri warriors overwhelm the island garrisons and sack one the main Ongen cities; the non-Ongen ethnics of Etua take this opportunity to settle old scores and rise up in rebellion, trouble further fuelled by tension between the followers of Antar'ah and the Idovai cultists. For a while the Ongens are in crisis, but the Ethaliri grow too bold; they are eventually caught and defeated at sea by the Ongen navy, although some warchiefs manage to return to Luca with both loot and slaves. Relations with the Rhuhia are more beneficial at this time; new Ongen settlements grow in the lands of Rhua, while the Rhuhia expand their raiding and bullying of other tribes into the lands of Udan.
The Iskander and Salkadji are united as the new confederacy known as al-Qahira, which inherits a large zone of cultural and religious influence. The Haelani interlopers never attempt to formalise their control over the lands of Qan-ma and are quickly evicted; Qan-ma soon recovers from the wars of previous ages, and the armies of al-Qahira are able to campaign with success in both Makar and Chari. By comparison the Gattra are rather less prosperous and less motivated, but they maintain their reputation as ferocious warriors and get revenge on the followers of Antar'ah by sacking temples in Chari; the arrival of colonists from the Varai League adds to the intrigue in those lands.
Meanwhile a massive volcanic eruption strikes the islands of Cria. The port-city settled by the Calengians is one of the main victims, and this is another blow against trade in the Middle-Sea. The eruption also destroys the high temple of the Idovai; this is seen as a divine vote of no confidence and, in the aftermath, al-Qahira-inspired cults take root on the islands, raising the same kind of tensions as seen in Etua. All the while, the Varai League find their envoys ignored by the Novai, talk of unity comes to nothing, and a new round of wars in feared by the long-suffering people of Cria...
The Haelani focus their attention on the conquest of Hurud and its fabulous riches. Great armies are raised on both sides and they fight the bloodiest battles seen in history up to this point. At first, the Hurian-Sarakite forces suffer terrible defeat, as their spearmen fold against ferocious Haelani swordsmen. It is said the high chief of the Haelani is an admirer of Hurian culture, and dreams of forging an enlightened world empire with Hurud under his control; this dream seems to lose its way as the Haelani campaign degenerates into and orgy of pillage and destruction. With the Temple of Eredos now in sight, the Hurian-Sarakite army rallies for another great battle, this time with the aid of a band of roaming Vetharil warriors, seeking fame and honour for themselves...
The battle hangs on a knife-edge; a volley of Sarakite arrows and a charge of Vetharil pikes turns the tide, and Haelani leaders continue their tradition of dying dramatic deaths on the battlefield; this time the elite Haelani warriors are routed. The Hurian-Sarakite armies finally evict the invaders after suffering great losses themselves. The remnants of the Haelani retreat to Makar to salvage something of their power-base from combined invasions of the resurgent al-Qahira and Nomesters; in the chaos, groups of enslaved Hurians are able to escape back to Hurud. Despite all its sufferings, the land of Hurud remains prosperous, and now it seems nothing can dislodge the great ancient kingdom at the centre of the world...
While Makdul power is extinguished in Makar and Siach, their cousins the Nashawi manage to stay out of trouble, and also make a point of sheltering Shahanar caravans behind their city walls. A great new temple rises from the war-torn land, made of finest Makar marble and showing just a few hints of Shahanar-Tharnite influence; the temple of the god-father Nashan is said to be a wonder to rival the Temple of Eredos itself. Meanwhile far to the east, sheltered behind the mountains of Shanan, the Shahanar build themselves a great palace and seat of power known as the 'Great Hall of Crafts'. Nonetheless, Hurian-Sarakite culture remains an equally powerful force in the west and now extends its influence to the jungles of Mlano in the south.
Mriz emerges as a new centre of trade, trade dominated by the Kaerlan; a people not known for being keen traders, but not averse to taking opportunities. New ports on the coast of Mriz attracts seafaring traders who are avoiding the turbulent islands of the Middle Sea and the war-torn lands in the south, while also attracting overland trade the forests to the north and east; elements of Calengian culture are absorbed, while so far there is little outright competition with the Shahanar traders. The Vetharil are now being overshadowed by an explosion of Kaerlan influence; Kaerlan warriors join their Torecan allies in ship-borne raids across the 'White Sea', targeting the towns of the En Corthan and Nartozieroni - something rather harmful for trade but, for now at least, these raids are successful in returning large amounts of loot, especially as these kingdoms face other distractions...
With the spread of iron working, the northern lands of Odda, Boda and Enka begin to fill with well-armed tribesmen. The lands of En Corthan seem more vulnerable than most; the high kinds seem to sense this, and order new forts to be built. Meanwhile, after decades of careful work by the great kings the Nartozieroni, a new age begins for their kingdom. Barbarian invaders of previous centuries are absorbed into the Nartozieroni sphere. For one reason or another, the En Corthan and Nartozieroni come closer together. But the new Nartozieroni kings find themselves with a large army made up of varied cultures, which is both versatile and unwieldy; they struggle to repel simultaneous attacks from both the seaborne raiders of the White Sea and the horse-riders of the Gorukanu...
An era of Gorukanu occupation begins in the deserts of Karu; foreigners once again take residence in the 'Palace of Pleasure'. But unlike the ancient Tephites, the Gorukanu do not try to enslave the Sa'ad Danab, but coerce them into cooperation; Danabian warriors fight their own war with the Nakkra Ardi in the south, while the Gorukanu use the oases of Karu as base of operations for raiding into the neighbouring western lands - Lothas, Shahan and Narudi, where the Shahanar face a serious threat to their settlement. But these raids are not altogether successful, despite the use of cavalry and its shock value; Gorukanu leaders are distracted for various reasons, not least of which is the Danabian women - one legacy of the Gorukanu raids is the establishment of a caste of Danabian pleasure-companions in the lands of Lothas.
The religious side of Sa'ad Danab culture also flourishes in the form of Janggutist cults; Danabian influence is now felt across seen across large part of the eastern world, and their culture forms a link across the desert with the southern paradise Queendom of Ka Molo, a place widely known in legend one of great luxury and riches, enough to rival even the Shahanar. Meanwhile, after generations of Gorukanu raiding, the skills of horseback riding and stronger breeds of horse inevitably pass into the hands of the Shahanar and Nartozieroni.
The Halkska tribes continue to flourish at the eastern edge of the great continent, marked at this time by a rapid development of metalworking and the spread of religious sites - wooden structures with amazingly precise alignments to the movements of the heavenly bodies. The Halkska have some tangled relations with the Tieros kingdom during this era; the Tieros seem wary of the growing strength of the Halkska and of their involvement in the land of Markhan, where a new centre of trade springs up that is mostly run by the 'barbarians'. The Tieros, of course, have other potential enemies, and for now the Halkska seem to be a stabilising force in the north.
Finally, far to the south, and with only the troublesome tropical woods to work with, Noidi craftsmen build boats capable of venturing further out into open waters. The Noidi explore the dramatic coastline of Tinoon in the west, and reach the islands of Barja in the east, with rumours of more discoveries besides. The natives slowly get used to the presence of Noidi traders, and the idea that local items may have high values for export; exotic incense and precious stones are now gathered by the tribes of Tinoon, where the Noidi hear about the land of 'Jalatu' and the huge island that occupies the southern edge of the world....
CRADLE TWO:
The Vauri confederation expands along the western coast of the continent, to some extent mirroring the Aquen of the west. The Vauri priestesses wield influence from the Maktara farming cities of the north to the mountain tribes of Huilan in the south. Meanwhile the kingdom of Houlau is laid low by a terrible pestilence that threatens to spread to neighbouring lands.
Enlightened Prince Kaiutau offers a new era for the peoples of Kiin, but it is not to be. The God-Emperor of the Xitaan raises a large new army against his erstwhile son and the last determined remnants of Zharu resistance. Fighting is fierce, but with the Vakar remaining loyal to the Emperor, the fate of the rebellion is sealed. The decisive battle is fought in Kiin, where a dramatic chariot clash ends in favour of the loyalists, after which the Ximaru forces are enveloped and routed, Prince Kaiutau presumed dead, though his body is never found. Meanwhile Vakar infantry are essential to the destruction of Zharu rebels in Zhunun, and suffer many casualties for it. The Xitaan empire now continues on the same old course, its lands exhausted, but its leaders already looking for a new target of conquest. And the Vakar, former exiles and mercenaries, are now kings once again, having been given imperial approval to hold the lands they have conquered.
As Zharu culture is swallowed up, exiles, escaped slaves and various remnants of the great rebellion gather in the southern forests of Beikan, gradually settling amongst the natives there. In time this gives rise to the kingdom of Aikua, which for now remains at peace with Xitaan.
The lords of Haiu rebuild a great Oltacian temple in Kaitan under the watchful eyes of the Yenleta Sav; peace is maintained with the Aquen. But the Aquen suffer a rebellion in the east; armies sent to pacify the lands of Sailan achieve their aims, but fall under the spell of a new philosophy that puts no great emphasis on loyalty to Weaqaunsui; the new faction calls itself the Juerenen. Meanwhile the warriors of Sagu Ra-u grow restless for new conquests. The most fertile lands have all been claimed, and new disputes arise. The Tarezisis breed war-horses of greater strength, and now horse riders accompany the royal war elephants...
Yet things remain largely peaceful. All of the eastern kingdoms prosper at this time, vast wealth accumulated by the Aquen and Tarezisis in particular, after a belated spread of crop farming to the plains of Yalu - all of which provides a seemingly endless market for luxuries of the north, brought by Tarakan traders. This status-quo seems set to endure. Meanwhile the Jalatu Taej continue to spread tales of strange lands and peoples in the north...
CRADLE THREE:
Agrian culture and influence expands westwards during this era. The great pestilence passes, and Sollo recovers as a centre of trade and pilgrimage, yet the Harao are now left in the shadows of their neighbours. It is the Agrians who end the problem of the pirate clans, using a mix of bribery and coercion. Some of the formerly-troublesome seafarers now serve the Agrians in their adventuring across the south-eastern lands; a pattern of religious influence followed by co-settlement with the natives and steady cultural absorption seems set to continue. Yet in the process, the Agrians are also being influenced by the native cultures and beliefs, with the Sollo islands becoming steadily less important as a centre of power.
Meanwhile an ambitious military campaign against the Halachamo ends in defeat as the defending warriors put up determined resistance, and the Agrians are left fearing a backlash against their new settlements in Nalko and Malcho. And Agrian influence on the mainland is basically eventually ended by firm intolerance from the Hulukap, though their may be faint signs of Agrian elementalism to be found in the distant western deserts of Anulas.
This era sees a consolidation, and perhaps a highpoint of Hulukap power. An agreement is reached with the troublesome Holuc, whereby the Holuc slaves are released. This is done, and the gods seem pleased, for a new generation of Hulukap leaders find themselves ruling an empire of riches and usually-plentiful food. The great pestilences of the past are soon forgotten as the Hulukap capitol experiences a population explosion, becoming the largest city in the history of civilization up to this point. Steady tribute is received from the gold mines of the Chwinqua, and Hulukap shamans also make an impression among the tribes deep in the deserts of Chiru. But now the Hulukap system proves simply unable to govern itself, lacking much of anything resembling a bureaucracy; vast wealth finds its way into the hands of normally low-ranking aristocrats; private armies are formed, private palaces are built, and whole towns and cities stop sending tribute through official channels, yet nonetheless the Hulukap leaders remain the wealthiest and most powerful on the continent at this time.
The Holuc turn their attention west, keeping their warrior skills sharp with many decades of raiding into the lands of Retiki. This proves a profitable enterprise, yet it is also a reason for the formation of new centralised societies there, as minor tribes band together for mutual defence. The people known as the Aretiki are the closest descendents of the old Harao explorers, while the Kalamec can trace some of their roots back to the ancient Hubrian wanderers and shamans of the great desert.
MAPS:
Faction names written like ~this~ are the NPC's, except Noidi which is actually PC for two turns now, and possibly others I forgot!
NPC DIPLO:
To Hurians
From the Makdul remnants (baldie dudes)
We are the descendents of great warriors. We have come to Hurud in the hope we can serve in your army.
To Noidi
From the tribes of Mlano
The gods have blessed you, we 'invite' you to share this wealth with your cousins [0.5e per turn].
To the Calengians
From the Varai League
We invite you to join our League of Extraordinary Cities [factions and their funds will merge - new name? - but there may be a period of unrest next turn].
To the Calengians
From the assorted barbarians of Odda
We will mercilessly sack the city of Calenge unless you pay a tribute of [1e].
To En Corthan
From the assorted barbarians of Boda
We will mercilessly pillage your lands unless you pay a tribute of [1e].
To al-Qahira
From the Varai League
We propose a pact of everlasting peace and will welcome your holy-men to our lands.
To Sa'ad Danab
From Nakkra Ardi
You have powerful gods (and dice rolls) and so we wish that we may return to peaceful and pleasurable times.
To Halkska
From Tieros
You may continue trading in our lands, and dwelling in the safety our warriors provide. All we ask in return is a token gift of [1.5e per turn].
To Vakar
From Xitaan
We are pleased by your loyalty. Divine order is restored. The God-Emperor formally grants you rights over the lands you now hold. We now consider our dealings closed. Your forces will be paid [0.5e per unit per turn] if they wish to join us in future campaigns, however our plans are not yet decided.
To the high lords of the Hulukap
From the independent (corrupt) lords of Maltik
The status-quo is pleasing, is it not? We recognise your overall authority, we will aid in the defence of Maltik, and you may be entertained at our fabulous palace. Just do not take any steps against us and do not [raise Organisation level] in these realms.
To the high lords of the Hulukap
From the Chwinqua
Who really holds power in your lands? We will continue to send tribute for now, but we hear troubling rumours...
NOTES:
Next Orders Deadline is 11:59 GMT, Sunday Night, 28th March. It looks like I'm going to be busy next weekend so I hope to get another update done at the start of the following week.
'GREAT EVENTS' and 'DISASTERS' are either the result of exceptional dice rolls or special circumstances in game. Natural disasters are always random, though things like plagues have less chance of not appearing if there is overcrowding and etc. Nothing personal!
About debts: you don't need to repay them specifically. If you end the last turn with a negative treasury (after taking spending into account), there might be some 'debt effects' as another expense, reducing your overall income next turn (one possible side effect of overspending). Then you get your income added, and most likely are no longer in debt. So you are not actually in debt at the start of a turn, unless your 'Available Funds' are still negative after all your income is added. If that makes sense.
@lopaz forts cost 2e, so I only added one in Zamar. Apologies I should've pointed that out sooner.
@andis-1 you have swordsmen but you don't get to skip centuries of battle experience and get roman legionnaires straight away!
@shadowbound you don't get to spend money now that you might possibly be getting in future (looting of temples etc). Again apologies I should've pointed that out beforehand.
Years 1800 to 2100
CRADLE ONE:
The Ongen kings of this age are known as the great lawmakers; piracy is crushed and the great merchant houses are brought back under central control. But the Ongen fleet fails to wipe out the Calenginan naval presence in the east, and is left distracted when the Ethaliri tribes turn against the Ongens and launch a daring invasion of the Etua islands. The Ethaliri warriors overwhelm the island garrisons and sack one the main Ongen cities; the non-Ongen ethnics of Etua take this opportunity to settle old scores and rise up in rebellion, trouble further fuelled by tension between the followers of Antar'ah and the Idovai cultists. For a while the Ongens are in crisis, but the Ethaliri grow too bold; they are eventually caught and defeated at sea by the Ongen navy, although some warchiefs manage to return to Luca with both loot and slaves. Relations with the Rhuhia are more beneficial at this time; new Ongen settlements grow in the lands of Rhua, while the Rhuhia expand their raiding and bullying of other tribes into the lands of Udan.
The Iskander and Salkadji are united as the new confederacy known as al-Qahira, which inherits a large zone of cultural and religious influence. The Haelani interlopers never attempt to formalise their control over the lands of Qan-ma and are quickly evicted; Qan-ma soon recovers from the wars of previous ages, and the armies of al-Qahira are able to campaign with success in both Makar and Chari. By comparison the Gattra are rather less prosperous and less motivated, but they maintain their reputation as ferocious warriors and get revenge on the followers of Antar'ah by sacking temples in Chari; the arrival of colonists from the Varai League adds to the intrigue in those lands.
Meanwhile a massive volcanic eruption strikes the islands of Cria. The port-city settled by the Calengians is one of the main victims, and this is another blow against trade in the Middle-Sea. The eruption also destroys the high temple of the Idovai; this is seen as a divine vote of no confidence and, in the aftermath, al-Qahira-inspired cults take root on the islands, raising the same kind of tensions as seen in Etua. All the while, the Varai League find their envoys ignored by the Novai, talk of unity comes to nothing, and a new round of wars in feared by the long-suffering people of Cria...
The Haelani focus their attention on the conquest of Hurud and its fabulous riches. Great armies are raised on both sides and they fight the bloodiest battles seen in history up to this point. At first, the Hurian-Sarakite forces suffer terrible defeat, as their spearmen fold against ferocious Haelani swordsmen. It is said the high chief of the Haelani is an admirer of Hurian culture, and dreams of forging an enlightened world empire with Hurud under his control; this dream seems to lose its way as the Haelani campaign degenerates into and orgy of pillage and destruction. With the Temple of Eredos now in sight, the Hurian-Sarakite army rallies for another great battle, this time with the aid of a band of roaming Vetharil warriors, seeking fame and honour for themselves...
The battle hangs on a knife-edge; a volley of Sarakite arrows and a charge of Vetharil pikes turns the tide, and Haelani leaders continue their tradition of dying dramatic deaths on the battlefield; this time the elite Haelani warriors are routed. The Hurian-Sarakite armies finally evict the invaders after suffering great losses themselves. The remnants of the Haelani retreat to Makar to salvage something of their power-base from combined invasions of the resurgent al-Qahira and Nomesters; in the chaos, groups of enslaved Hurians are able to escape back to Hurud. Despite all its sufferings, the land of Hurud remains prosperous, and now it seems nothing can dislodge the great ancient kingdom at the centre of the world...
While Makdul power is extinguished in Makar and Siach, their cousins the Nashawi manage to stay out of trouble, and also make a point of sheltering Shahanar caravans behind their city walls. A great new temple rises from the war-torn land, made of finest Makar marble and showing just a few hints of Shahanar-Tharnite influence; the temple of the god-father Nashan is said to be a wonder to rival the Temple of Eredos itself. Meanwhile far to the east, sheltered behind the mountains of Shanan, the Shahanar build themselves a great palace and seat of power known as the 'Great Hall of Crafts'. Nonetheless, Hurian-Sarakite culture remains an equally powerful force in the west and now extends its influence to the jungles of Mlano in the south.
Mriz emerges as a new centre of trade, trade dominated by the Kaerlan; a people not known for being keen traders, but not averse to taking opportunities. New ports on the coast of Mriz attracts seafaring traders who are avoiding the turbulent islands of the Middle Sea and the war-torn lands in the south, while also attracting overland trade the forests to the north and east; elements of Calengian culture are absorbed, while so far there is little outright competition with the Shahanar traders. The Vetharil are now being overshadowed by an explosion of Kaerlan influence; Kaerlan warriors join their Torecan allies in ship-borne raids across the 'White Sea', targeting the towns of the En Corthan and Nartozieroni - something rather harmful for trade but, for now at least, these raids are successful in returning large amounts of loot, especially as these kingdoms face other distractions...
With the spread of iron working, the northern lands of Odda, Boda and Enka begin to fill with well-armed tribesmen. The lands of En Corthan seem more vulnerable than most; the high kinds seem to sense this, and order new forts to be built. Meanwhile, after decades of careful work by the great kings the Nartozieroni, a new age begins for their kingdom. Barbarian invaders of previous centuries are absorbed into the Nartozieroni sphere. For one reason or another, the En Corthan and Nartozieroni come closer together. But the new Nartozieroni kings find themselves with a large army made up of varied cultures, which is both versatile and unwieldy; they struggle to repel simultaneous attacks from both the seaborne raiders of the White Sea and the horse-riders of the Gorukanu...
An era of Gorukanu occupation begins in the deserts of Karu; foreigners once again take residence in the 'Palace of Pleasure'. But unlike the ancient Tephites, the Gorukanu do not try to enslave the Sa'ad Danab, but coerce them into cooperation; Danabian warriors fight their own war with the Nakkra Ardi in the south, while the Gorukanu use the oases of Karu as base of operations for raiding into the neighbouring western lands - Lothas, Shahan and Narudi, where the Shahanar face a serious threat to their settlement. But these raids are not altogether successful, despite the use of cavalry and its shock value; Gorukanu leaders are distracted for various reasons, not least of which is the Danabian women - one legacy of the Gorukanu raids is the establishment of a caste of Danabian pleasure-companions in the lands of Lothas.
The religious side of Sa'ad Danab culture also flourishes in the form of Janggutist cults; Danabian influence is now felt across seen across large part of the eastern world, and their culture forms a link across the desert with the southern paradise Queendom of Ka Molo, a place widely known in legend one of great luxury and riches, enough to rival even the Shahanar. Meanwhile, after generations of Gorukanu raiding, the skills of horseback riding and stronger breeds of horse inevitably pass into the hands of the Shahanar and Nartozieroni.
The Halkska tribes continue to flourish at the eastern edge of the great continent, marked at this time by a rapid development of metalworking and the spread of religious sites - wooden structures with amazingly precise alignments to the movements of the heavenly bodies. The Halkska have some tangled relations with the Tieros kingdom during this era; the Tieros seem wary of the growing strength of the Halkska and of their involvement in the land of Markhan, where a new centre of trade springs up that is mostly run by the 'barbarians'. The Tieros, of course, have other potential enemies, and for now the Halkska seem to be a stabilising force in the north.
Finally, far to the south, and with only the troublesome tropical woods to work with, Noidi craftsmen build boats capable of venturing further out into open waters. The Noidi explore the dramatic coastline of Tinoon in the west, and reach the islands of Barja in the east, with rumours of more discoveries besides. The natives slowly get used to the presence of Noidi traders, and the idea that local items may have high values for export; exotic incense and precious stones are now gathered by the tribes of Tinoon, where the Noidi hear about the land of 'Jalatu' and the huge island that occupies the southern edge of the world....
CRADLE TWO:
The Vauri confederation expands along the western coast of the continent, to some extent mirroring the Aquen of the west. The Vauri priestesses wield influence from the Maktara farming cities of the north to the mountain tribes of Huilan in the south. Meanwhile the kingdom of Houlau is laid low by a terrible pestilence that threatens to spread to neighbouring lands.
Enlightened Prince Kaiutau offers a new era for the peoples of Kiin, but it is not to be. The God-Emperor of the Xitaan raises a large new army against his erstwhile son and the last determined remnants of Zharu resistance. Fighting is fierce, but with the Vakar remaining loyal to the Emperor, the fate of the rebellion is sealed. The decisive battle is fought in Kiin, where a dramatic chariot clash ends in favour of the loyalists, after which the Ximaru forces are enveloped and routed, Prince Kaiutau presumed dead, though his body is never found. Meanwhile Vakar infantry are essential to the destruction of Zharu rebels in Zhunun, and suffer many casualties for it. The Xitaan empire now continues on the same old course, its lands exhausted, but its leaders already looking for a new target of conquest. And the Vakar, former exiles and mercenaries, are now kings once again, having been given imperial approval to hold the lands they have conquered.
As Zharu culture is swallowed up, exiles, escaped slaves and various remnants of the great rebellion gather in the southern forests of Beikan, gradually settling amongst the natives there. In time this gives rise to the kingdom of Aikua, which for now remains at peace with Xitaan.
The lords of Haiu rebuild a great Oltacian temple in Kaitan under the watchful eyes of the Yenleta Sav; peace is maintained with the Aquen. But the Aquen suffer a rebellion in the east; armies sent to pacify the lands of Sailan achieve their aims, but fall under the spell of a new philosophy that puts no great emphasis on loyalty to Weaqaunsui; the new faction calls itself the Juerenen. Meanwhile the warriors of Sagu Ra-u grow restless for new conquests. The most fertile lands have all been claimed, and new disputes arise. The Tarezisis breed war-horses of greater strength, and now horse riders accompany the royal war elephants...
Yet things remain largely peaceful. All of the eastern kingdoms prosper at this time, vast wealth accumulated by the Aquen and Tarezisis in particular, after a belated spread of crop farming to the plains of Yalu - all of which provides a seemingly endless market for luxuries of the north, brought by Tarakan traders. This status-quo seems set to endure. Meanwhile the Jalatu Taej continue to spread tales of strange lands and peoples in the north...
CRADLE THREE:
Agrian culture and influence expands westwards during this era. The great pestilence passes, and Sollo recovers as a centre of trade and pilgrimage, yet the Harao are now left in the shadows of their neighbours. It is the Agrians who end the problem of the pirate clans, using a mix of bribery and coercion. Some of the formerly-troublesome seafarers now serve the Agrians in their adventuring across the south-eastern lands; a pattern of religious influence followed by co-settlement with the natives and steady cultural absorption seems set to continue. Yet in the process, the Agrians are also being influenced by the native cultures and beliefs, with the Sollo islands becoming steadily less important as a centre of power.
Meanwhile an ambitious military campaign against the Halachamo ends in defeat as the defending warriors put up determined resistance, and the Agrians are left fearing a backlash against their new settlements in Nalko and Malcho. And Agrian influence on the mainland is basically eventually ended by firm intolerance from the Hulukap, though their may be faint signs of Agrian elementalism to be found in the distant western deserts of Anulas.
This era sees a consolidation, and perhaps a highpoint of Hulukap power. An agreement is reached with the troublesome Holuc, whereby the Holuc slaves are released. This is done, and the gods seem pleased, for a new generation of Hulukap leaders find themselves ruling an empire of riches and usually-plentiful food. The great pestilences of the past are soon forgotten as the Hulukap capitol experiences a population explosion, becoming the largest city in the history of civilization up to this point. Steady tribute is received from the gold mines of the Chwinqua, and Hulukap shamans also make an impression among the tribes deep in the deserts of Chiru. But now the Hulukap system proves simply unable to govern itself, lacking much of anything resembling a bureaucracy; vast wealth finds its way into the hands of normally low-ranking aristocrats; private armies are formed, private palaces are built, and whole towns and cities stop sending tribute through official channels, yet nonetheless the Hulukap leaders remain the wealthiest and most powerful on the continent at this time.
The Holuc turn their attention west, keeping their warrior skills sharp with many decades of raiding into the lands of Retiki. This proves a profitable enterprise, yet it is also a reason for the formation of new centralised societies there, as minor tribes band together for mutual defence. The people known as the Aretiki are the closest descendents of the old Harao explorers, while the Kalamec can trace some of their roots back to the ancient Hubrian wanderers and shamans of the great desert.
MAPS:
Faction names written like ~this~ are the NPC's, except Noidi which is actually PC for two turns now, and possibly others I forgot!
Spoiler Cradle #1 AND Cradle #2! :
Spoiler Cradle #3 :
NPC DIPLO:
To Hurians
From the Makdul remnants (baldie dudes)
We are the descendents of great warriors. We have come to Hurud in the hope we can serve in your army.
To Noidi
From the tribes of Mlano
The gods have blessed you, we 'invite' you to share this wealth with your cousins [0.5e per turn].
To the Calengians
From the Varai League
We invite you to join our League of Extraordinary Cities [factions and their funds will merge - new name? - but there may be a period of unrest next turn].
To the Calengians
From the assorted barbarians of Odda
We will mercilessly sack the city of Calenge unless you pay a tribute of [1e].
To En Corthan
From the assorted barbarians of Boda
We will mercilessly pillage your lands unless you pay a tribute of [1e].
To al-Qahira
From the Varai League
We propose a pact of everlasting peace and will welcome your holy-men to our lands.
To Sa'ad Danab
From Nakkra Ardi
You have powerful gods (and dice rolls) and so we wish that we may return to peaceful and pleasurable times.
To Halkska
From Tieros
You may continue trading in our lands, and dwelling in the safety our warriors provide. All we ask in return is a token gift of [1.5e per turn].
To Vakar
From Xitaan
We are pleased by your loyalty. Divine order is restored. The God-Emperor formally grants you rights over the lands you now hold. We now consider our dealings closed. Your forces will be paid [0.5e per unit per turn] if they wish to join us in future campaigns, however our plans are not yet decided.
To the high lords of the Hulukap
From the independent (corrupt) lords of Maltik
The status-quo is pleasing, is it not? We recognise your overall authority, we will aid in the defence of Maltik, and you may be entertained at our fabulous palace. Just do not take any steps against us and do not [raise Organisation level] in these realms.
To the high lords of the Hulukap
From the Chwinqua
Who really holds power in your lands? We will continue to send tribute for now, but we hear troubling rumours...
NOTES:
Next Orders Deadline is 11:59 GMT, Sunday Night, 28th March. It looks like I'm going to be busy next weekend so I hope to get another update done at the start of the following week.
'GREAT EVENTS' and 'DISASTERS' are either the result of exceptional dice rolls or special circumstances in game. Natural disasters are always random, though things like plagues have less chance of not appearing if there is overcrowding and etc. Nothing personal!
About debts: you don't need to repay them specifically. If you end the last turn with a negative treasury (after taking spending into account), there might be some 'debt effects' as another expense, reducing your overall income next turn (one possible side effect of overspending). Then you get your income added, and most likely are no longer in debt. So you are not actually in debt at the start of a turn, unless your 'Available Funds' are still negative after all your income is added. If that makes sense.
@lopaz forts cost 2e, so I only added one in Zamar. Apologies I should've pointed that out sooner.
@andis-1 you have swordsmen but you don't get to skip centuries of battle experience and get roman legionnaires straight away!
@shadowbound you don't get to spend money now that you might possibly be getting in future (looting of temples etc). Again apologies I should've pointed that out beforehand.
Daftpanzer
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STATS
Cradle One (this is kinda listed in order of location, going west-east, if anyone wants it rearranged let me know!)
Cradle One (this is kinda listed in order of location, going west-east, if anyone wants it rearranged let me know!)
Spoiler :
Daftpanzer
canonically ambiguous
STATS
Cradle Two
Cradle Three
Cradle Two
Spoiler :
Cradle Three
Spoiler :
Daftpanzer
canonically ambiguous
Didn't really need this post after all, hmm, oops.
Next Orders Deadline is 11:59 GMT, Sunday Night, 28th March
Next Orders Deadline is 11:59 GMT, Sunday Night, 28th March
Lord of Elves
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Vetharil Orders
2e to found a port city in the west, and denationalize the majority of our mining industry, allow organizations friendly to the Highking's Ministry to use what business tactics they will to garner the majority of ore in Vetharoualk, and sell it to foreign governments and armies, so long as a percentage of the profits go to the Legion of Vethmenari (start selling Vethmenari-crafted weapons and armor like crazy to friendly factions, also use this chance at better contact with other cultures to spread our religion and philosophy)
2e to move one division of pikemen into Odda, found a small settlement there, and enter friendly trade relationships with the natives... Supply them with iron war-implements if they pledge themselves to Vethmenari
2e to found a port city in the west, and denationalize the majority of our mining industry, allow organizations friendly to the Highking's Ministry to use what business tactics they will to garner the majority of ore in Vetharoualk, and sell it to foreign governments and armies, so long as a percentage of the profits go to the Legion of Vethmenari (start selling Vethmenari-crafted weapons and armor like crazy to friendly factions, also use this chance at better contact with other cultures to spread our religion and philosophy)
2e to move one division of pikemen into Odda, found a small settlement there, and enter friendly trade relationships with the natives... Supply them with iron war-implements if they pledge themselves to Vethmenari
Daftpanzer
canonically ambiguous
@Lord of Elves the troops that got involved in Hurud went back to your army by the way, if that changes things. Also thanks for your orders, but anytime you want to check the actual rules I use, they are on the first page 
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@Lord of Elves the troops that got involved in Hurud went back to your army by the way, if that changes things. Also thanks for your orders, but anytime you want to check the actual rules I use, they are on the first page
They have been edited to better reflect what I meant, and to account for pricing inaccuracies.
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From Noidi
To the tribes of Mlano
We will do more then share our wealth with you, we will invite you to partake in the very trade that has brought us our 'relative' success. We invite your traders to our cities and to our trade center. We invite your people to our plantations and shipyards. There is work enough for all.
OOC: Thats great update!
To the tribes of Mlano
We will do more then share our wealth with you, we will invite you to partake in the very trade that has brought us our 'relative' success. We invite your traders to our cities and to our trade center. We invite your people to our plantations and shipyards. There is work enough for all.
OOC: Thats great update!
Daftpanzer
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From the tribes of Mlano
To Noidi
You have your ways, and we have ours. If you give us [0.5e per turn], we might be more interested in your ways.
OOC: Thanks!
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@Daftpanzer, can you get back to me on whether my edited orders are do-able?
Vylinius
College Student
En Corthan Orders
Awesome update Daft and good luck with this next update.
From En Corthan
To Natives of Boda
We will not pay tribute. Instead we suggest we work together to raid the people of Torecan. Also we offer you assistance against any encroachment by other powers. We will also give you our knowledge of writing and allow you to trade in our cities.
Awesome update Daft and good luck with this next update.
Spoiler :
From En Corthan
To Natives of Boda
We will not pay tribute. Instead we suggest we work together to raid the people of Torecan. Also we offer you assistance against any encroachment by other powers. We will also give you our knowledge of writing and allow you to trade in our cities.
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My earlier ship is missing? Its in the stats (2 units+1 free boat) but not on the map. Anyway, i just thought i would mention it.
Daftpanzer
canonically ambiguous
Officially approved, thanks
@lopaz thanks for your orders also, the natives of Boda may reply via PM later on!
Daftpanzer
canonically ambiguous
You've got two boats lurking on the map (i fear many missing unit issues as/if/when the game progresses
), one is south of Mlano (near 'Tinoon') and the new/free one is east (between 'Sulundi' and 'Barja'). You also have spearmen in Mlano.
Thlayli
Le Pétit Prince
Oh man I have SO MANY ECO. I'm going to need to take some time to figure out how to spend it.
orangelex44
Partisan
Ongen: orangelex44
Turn0: emerges into the light of history
Turn3: Build yet another ship. Dye workers in Luca. Hero Galley founds overseas colonies: free fortress in Rhua, free silver workers in Rhua, free amber workers in Yodan. Learn IRON WORKING. Infrastructure UP, Military UP. Hero Galley consumed by epic achievements. Another ship deserts to become pirates.
Turn4: Organisation UP x2! Build another galley. Calengian navy fights back, while Ethaliri raiders attack Etua itself; Ethaliri fleet defeated, but some escape with some loot and slaves; prestige suffers, new rebellion starts up on the islands. EVENT: Culture UP, Civilization UP. Free city as trade settlement expands in Rhua.
Available Funds: 5e
End of last turn: -0.5e
Income: 2e tax, 4e resource, 1.5e trade, 1e Ethaliri loot recaptured
Upkeep: 3e (5 units, one palace, one newly-captured Ethaliri boat: upkeep deferred for a turn)
Civilization Level: 3
Culture: 3 (2 Novai)
Enlightenment: 1
Power: 2
Military: 3
Organisation: 3
Infrastructure: 3
Economics: 2
Engineering: 3
Inventions: THE WHEEL, BRONZE WORKING, WRITING, IRON WORKING
Turn0: emerges into the light of history
Turn3: Build yet another ship. Dye workers in Luca. Hero Galley founds overseas colonies: free fortress in Rhua, free silver workers in Rhua, free amber workers in Yodan. Learn IRON WORKING. Infrastructure UP, Military UP. Hero Galley consumed by epic achievements. Another ship deserts to become pirates.
Turn4: Organisation UP x2! Build another galley. Calengian navy fights back, while Ethaliri raiders attack Etua itself; Ethaliri fleet defeated, but some escape with some loot and slaves; prestige suffers, new rebellion starts up on the islands. EVENT: Culture UP, Civilization UP. Free city as trade settlement expands in Rhua.
Available Funds: 5e
End of last turn: -0.5e
Income: 2e tax, 4e resource, 1.5e trade, 1e Ethaliri loot recaptured
Upkeep: 3e (5 units, one palace, one newly-captured Ethaliri boat: upkeep deferred for a turn)
Civilization Level: 3
Culture: 3 (2 Novai)
Enlightenment: 1
Power: 2
Military: 3
Organisation: 3
Infrastructure: 3
Economics: 2
Engineering: 3
Inventions: THE WHEEL, BRONZE WORKING, WRITING, IRON WORKING
Spoiler :
To Caerlan, Torecan, Boda Barbarians, Gleis Barbarians, Vetharil and Napodi
From Calengians
Would you be interested in a joint campaign to rid us of these Odda barbarians forever, with lots of loot for everyone?
To Varai League (CC Al-Qahira)
From Calenge
We agree with your proposal. We also approve the diplomacy that you sent to the Al-Qahira Confederacy. We officially recognise the Bringer of Light as part of our Pantheon, and we hope that he may bring great things to the Varai cities, just as the divine Rollippo makes Calenge prosper and grow in power and influence.
We propose that our capital should be at Calenge, which is securer than anywhere else in the League, and we suggest that our new league should be called the Loxequistra League.
To Novai
From Calenge
We hope that we may remain at peace and friendly.
Orders
From Calengians
Would you be interested in a joint campaign to rid us of these Odda barbarians forever, with lots of loot for everyone?
To Varai League (CC Al-Qahira)
From Calenge
We agree with your proposal. We also approve the diplomacy that you sent to the Al-Qahira Confederacy. We officially recognise the Bringer of Light as part of our Pantheon, and we hope that he may bring great things to the Varai cities, just as the divine Rollippo makes Calenge prosper and grow in power and influence.
We propose that our capital should be at Calenge, which is securer than anywhere else in the League, and we suggest that our new league should be called the Loxequistra League.
To Novai
From Calenge
We hope that we may remain at peace and friendly.
Orders
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