ITNES I - Interesting Times

[Texas Toast]

Ah blast it it came up overnight, or so it seems, i guess its full eh? I'll reserve a spot from any drop out? Or if there us any normal space id be in as say... Mastos (spain) or sumwhere else if thats taken, maybe americas....

 

[Plexus]

Tartessia:

A low marshland is bordered to the South by a river, at the mouth of this river is situated a small village - Tartessos. Stilted dwellings dot the banks of the river and West to the coast, inland just far enough to not be affected by the ebb and flow of the tides or the great crashing waves. Rafts bravely set off from shore, a net is cast into the muddied waters of the natural harbor - teeming with fish. Rudimentary signs of agriculture are apparent in the marsh; cereal is cultivated; man bends nature to his will. Dunes rise defiantly alongside the great sea, built up and brought down by the gentle force of the wind.

From this small village grew a nation. It soon came to absorb adjoining villages by the virtue of grain - or that of blood. Her ships grew less fledgling, her huts - more steadfast. The tradition of blood and grain continues as it has for many a generation - relentlessly.

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OOC: Southern Spain - NNW of Cadiz (20 mi), SW of Seville (45 mi). Some sort of green would be nice; perhaps something like this: ■■■ (#6E9469).

 

[Communisto]

Troy

The great city of Troy stand gallantly on the north-western shores of Anatolia. Our were once Minoans of Crete who sailed to expand their fledgling empire. But no longer, Troy is strong and powered by sweat and bronze. We Trojans stand poised to create their own empire. One to stand strong against the Greeks and the men of the south. It will march strong, shield by shield and spears held high to protect our women and young and to deafeat those who guard their own. Now is the time for action.

 

[Insane_Panda]

THE SHAHDOM OF PARHAE
Shahanshah Ardashir-i Papagan
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"Good Thoughts, Good Words, Good Deeds."
- The Prime tenants of Zarathustra

The Shahdom of Parhae was founded by aryan nomads from central asia, as such the Persian people, as they are called, are indo-european in origin. From these nomads they retained a tradition of fine horsemanship and archery, but have settled down and are more civilized, although not by a tremendous amount. The Persians are a fierce peoples, and only recently have they settled within the city of Isfahan, ready to forge themselves an empire.

The city itself is a bedazzling sight. Built within central Persia, it is a marvel of beauty, culture, and yet at the same time simplicity. It is a prosperous trade hub, but does not give itself into the decadence of larger, more travelled trade cities. This is due to the strong conviction of the people of Parhae and their simple roots. The region around it is semi-arid, whilst guarded by rough terrain. It is easily defensible, and thus was chosen as the center of Ardashir's empire.

The Military of Parhae is steeped in tradition. Initially horsemen were used by nomads to hunt large animals for sustinence, slowly these nomads began to settle down, and hunting was less of a priority. However, the rulers of Parhae aswell as the rich aristocracy continue to go on frequent hunting rituals as a symbol of their wealth and power. Wild boars and other beasts are slain and taken as trophies after every hunting trip.

Now, horsemen are used as elite warriors, mostly as light horsemen proficient with complex bows - however, heavy horsemen are also employed as the Shah's royal guards, but not in large numbers. The remaining portions of the army consist of mostly lightly armored infantry armed with spears backed up with missle troops.

These people are simple and strong in their beliefs, some worshipping simple local dieties. These people are a militaristic, simple, yet at the same time cultured people, and fastly they are growing. The teachings of one called Zarathustra is also beginning to spread, and Mazdayasni (Persian for Zoroastrianism) is already heavily popular within the upper circles of Persian society. With their strong beliefs and military prowess, the Persians believe themselves destined for greatness, and slowly await their for their day in the limelight....

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OOC: Start me in the city of Isfahan please

A color like this would be best please = ■■■ #993366

 

[Insane_Panda]

@Plexus: What is the character key for those squares, I've always wondered what it was?

 

[Plexus]

alt +254

http://www.fileformat.info/info/unicode/char/25a0/index.htm

 

[MjM]

If this isn't full can you start me in Northern Egypt? right where the Nile splits in two. thanks

 

[das]

Ah blimey. Guess I will have to extend the cap to 20...

 

[Insane_Panda]

I love you das!

 

[alex994]

Ah blimey. Guess I will have to extend the cap to 20...

das, i will do my utmost to make it in the 20s!!! I made it right?

 

[Plexus]

/me loves das.

Or perhaps you can just select the best of us to play.

 

[alex994]

i know, only the best and most able should play j/k

 

[das]

Only the best and most able will survive all the hordes of war-crazed barbarians and NPCs that I will throw at them as soon as the first IT comes!

 

[das]

Alex made it in the last moment, he's #20. Sorry, MjM, you'll have to wait.

 

[Plexus]

Damn. I was really excited for this NES too.

 

[alex994]

*prays to the Penguin Lords of Antartica* opps, i meant polar bears...

 

[Insane_Panda]

Das, so I didn't make it?

 

[das]

Damn. I was really excited for this NES too.

Um... You're in, actually.

 

[das]

Das, so I didn't make it?

As did you. If I recall corectly, you joined before Alex.

 

[Plexus]

So I am.

I was going off my description post. Hooray!