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The Strategos
Thanatos
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The tent flapped opened as an apologetic looking man walked in. He blinked rapidly as his eyes adjusted to the dim light. Fragrant smoke wafted across the room, tickling his nose. Giving a slight cough he said Excuse me general, there is someone here to see you.
From a pile of pillows in one corner of the room came the muffled voice of the General. Curse it all, I TOLD you not to disturb me. Tell whoever it is to get lost, Im busy.
Sorry General, but it is a delegate from the Twelve, the heir to House Hasdrubal, Hasdrubal Barca[1]
A round of curses emanated from the corner. Soon the bare upper torso of General Hannon rose from the pile of cushions. Baal rot their bones. Alright, stall him while I get ready. Reaching down he pulled two women of varying states of undress up from the makeshift bed. Indifferently pushing them, he said Ive business to do, get out now. As one of them reached down to pick up a discarded garment, he roughly pushed her. I said NOW.
As his underling went to carry out his orders a younger man burst into the tent, two of General Hannons Libyan guards trailing him indecisively. The subordinate fell to one side, being hit by the incoming youth. The newcomer didnt even notice, his eyes locking on the disrobed general. So good of you to see me so soon general. He said, giving an ironic smile.
Red crept up Hannons face as his voice started to tremble with rage. Why you insolent pup How DARE you come into MY tent without MY permission? You may be some big shot in Karthage because of who your mother bedded, but here I am the sole authority!
Hasdrubal idly turned the ring he wore around on his finger. You misunderstand me, general, I am here only to ask a few questions such as why are you not marching to assist Gorin like you were ordered?
Hannons knuckles grew white as he clutched his rod that identified him as a general. Waving it around he said through clinched teeth. This is my authority boy. I am the general. I am the one who gives orders to my army not some pompous rich idiots who cant see past their wine cups. This army will move where and when I chose!
Hasdrubal nodded. You know thats treason, general.
Hannon laughed. Treason? Treason you say. No boy, the winners determine what is and is not treason. Look around you, I command the largest Karthaginian army around. You are surrounded by men who do what I say without thought. Now, tell me whose going to agree with your definition of treason here?
Hasdrubal sighed. I was prepared for this response. Pulling his cloak back, he revealed a sword strapped to his side. General Hannon, by the authority of the government of Karthage, I hereby find you guilty of treason and sentence you to death. Any last words?
Hannon smiled bemused. Right behind you are two of my men. What makes you think you are going to get close enough to carry out your sentence?
Hasdrubal pulled out his sword and waved one hand. At his signal, the two guards who had followed him in turned around. Advancing on Hannon he thrust his sword in his stomach, twisting it slightly. Leaning in he put his mouth close to Hannons ear. You know what the problem with being the general of a mercenary army is? Someone can always outbid you. Taking up the generals rod he tapped the guards. Ready the men, we march within the hour.
[1]The twelve houses that govern Karthage are House Hamilcar, House Hannibal, House Hasdrubal, House Barca, House Mago, House Hanno, House Sappho, House Bomilcar, House Carthalo, House Gisgo, House Bostar, and House Himilco. The heirs to the houses are always the eldest sons and take the name of the house as their first name. To lessen rivalries and divisions within the 12 Houses, the heirs are raised by another house. The name of the house the heirs are raised by becomes their second name. Thus Hasdrubal Barca is the heir (or head, but in this case heir) to House Hasdrubal and was raised by House Barca.
From a pile of pillows in one corner of the room came the muffled voice of the General. Curse it all, I TOLD you not to disturb me. Tell whoever it is to get lost, Im busy.
Sorry General, but it is a delegate from the Twelve, the heir to House Hasdrubal, Hasdrubal Barca[1]
A round of curses emanated from the corner. Soon the bare upper torso of General Hannon rose from the pile of cushions. Baal rot their bones. Alright, stall him while I get ready. Reaching down he pulled two women of varying states of undress up from the makeshift bed. Indifferently pushing them, he said Ive business to do, get out now. As one of them reached down to pick up a discarded garment, he roughly pushed her. I said NOW.
As his underling went to carry out his orders a younger man burst into the tent, two of General Hannons Libyan guards trailing him indecisively. The subordinate fell to one side, being hit by the incoming youth. The newcomer didnt even notice, his eyes locking on the disrobed general. So good of you to see me so soon general. He said, giving an ironic smile.
Red crept up Hannons face as his voice started to tremble with rage. Why you insolent pup How DARE you come into MY tent without MY permission? You may be some big shot in Karthage because of who your mother bedded, but here I am the sole authority!
Hasdrubal idly turned the ring he wore around on his finger. You misunderstand me, general, I am here only to ask a few questions such as why are you not marching to assist Gorin like you were ordered?
Hannons knuckles grew white as he clutched his rod that identified him as a general. Waving it around he said through clinched teeth. This is my authority boy. I am the general. I am the one who gives orders to my army not some pompous rich idiots who cant see past their wine cups. This army will move where and when I chose!
Hasdrubal nodded. You know thats treason, general.
Hannon laughed. Treason? Treason you say. No boy, the winners determine what is and is not treason. Look around you, I command the largest Karthaginian army around. You are surrounded by men who do what I say without thought. Now, tell me whose going to agree with your definition of treason here?
Hasdrubal sighed. I was prepared for this response. Pulling his cloak back, he revealed a sword strapped to his side. General Hannon, by the authority of the government of Karthage, I hereby find you guilty of treason and sentence you to death. Any last words?
Hannon smiled bemused. Right behind you are two of my men. What makes you think you are going to get close enough to carry out your sentence?
Hasdrubal pulled out his sword and waved one hand. At his signal, the two guards who had followed him in turned around. Advancing on Hannon he thrust his sword in his stomach, twisting it slightly. Leaning in he put his mouth close to Hannons ear. You know what the problem with being the general of a mercenary army is? Someone can always outbid you. Taking up the generals rod he tapped the guards. Ready the men, we march within the hour.
[1]The twelve houses that govern Karthage are House Hamilcar, House Hannibal, House Hasdrubal, House Barca, House Mago, House Hanno, House Sappho, House Bomilcar, House Carthalo, House Gisgo, House Bostar, and House Himilco. The heirs to the houses are always the eldest sons and take the name of the house as their first name. To lessen rivalries and divisions within the 12 Houses, the heirs are raised by another house. The name of the house the heirs are raised by becomes their second name. Thus Hasdrubal Barca is the heir (or head, but in this case heir) to House Hasdrubal and was raised by House Barca.
Silver Steak
The Ghost of SS
Ach, i found a link to this NES, and became glued. I just read all the updates, and I simply MUST join this NES. A shame I had to skip all the wonderful stories, as I know some of you are great NESwriters. Any chance of me forming a faction of my own, or do I have to adopt one of the NPCs? I was originally planning to settle Khuba, but someone got ahead... Gr.
So, anyway, Iggy. Can I?
So, anyway, Iggy. Can I?
Sure. That'd be awesome! There are some very nice NPCs available right now. Kojaro in Japan, Iroquois in north America, Songhai in Africa, Vietnam in Asia, and of course, the penguin kingdoms of Africa.
If you must, you can start a new nation, but it'd be more work for me and you'd start off really weak and struggle and generally have not as fun of an experience.
But can you commit? Will you be able to send orders once a week, respond to diplomacy, and write the occasional story (not necessary, but appreciated if you do). If you can, then great! Welcome to LINES and the rest of the NESing forum.
If you must, you can start a new nation, but it'd be more work for me and you'd start off really weak and struggle and generally have not as fun of an experience.
But can you commit? Will you be able to send orders once a week, respond to diplomacy, and write the occasional story (not necessary, but appreciated if you do). If you can, then great! Welcome to LINES and the rest of the NESing forum.
Silver Steak
The Ghost of SS
Actually, I'm welcome back in that case, since I "tasted the fruit" last year in the words of Provost. As for nation, I think I will pick Songhai. Stats pasted and posted:
Songhai/Silver Steak
Capital: Timboktu
Leader: Republican Officials
Government: Republic
Pop: 22 000
Economy: Growing (4/3/5)
Education: Average
Technology: Bronze Age
Loyalty: Admiring
Army: 800 infantry, 100 archers
Navy: 20 galleys
Magic: 40 Magicians, Weather magic
UU: 10 Great Lions-Magicians on the Back of Lions
Projects: Great Tower, +4 loyalty levels
Description: Remote African nation.
I guess you can fill me in on the whatabouts of the project and UUs. I will probably post a story of something later. When are orders due?
Songhai/Silver Steak
Capital: Timboktu
Leader: Republican Officials
Government: Republic
Pop: 22 000
Economy: Growing (4/3/5)
Education: Average
Technology: Bronze Age
Loyalty: Admiring
Army: 800 infantry, 100 archers
Navy: 20 galleys
Magic: 40 Magicians, Weather magic
UU: 10 Great Lions-Magicians on the Back of Lions
Projects: Great Tower, +4 loyalty levels
Description: Remote African nation.
I guess you can fill me in on the whatabouts of the project and UUs. I will probably post a story of something later. When are orders due?
Silver Steak
The Ghost of SS
OOC: How I was tempted to pick the penguins... they RAWK. Nothing personal at all, but I avoided the penguins and Iroquois just to start at a safer distance from Tote and Erik. You two guys would just love to exploit a chance to backstab me. 
Kentharu
Zebra Commander
@Silver_Streak good choice in location and welcome back shall i give a friendly warning stay away from Toteone (or Tote as you call him) he is a devious little man right Toteone 
right Toteone
Silver Steak
The Ghost of SS
Trust me, I know him WAY better than you do. You're right, though. Devious, and unpredictable. A dangerous combination indeed.
Silver Steak
The Ghost of SS
Shouldn't my stats be moved over to the PCs list? Just a thought. Story coming up soon. Orders sent.
Israelite9191
You should be reading
@Silver Steak- Iggy is probably going to move you over with the update. As for you knowing Toteone better than Kentharu, you obviously have not caught up on what Toteone's New Illinis did to Kentharu's Carribeans in StkNES5. As Monsiuer Lord Iggy said, read the updates and you shall learn the true nature of Toteone's backstabbing.
@Toteone- Know that I don't carry what happens in one NES over to another, but that that stunt did earn you a few more caution points on my radar
@Toteone- Know that I don't carry what happens in one NES over to another, but that that stunt did earn you a few more caution points on my radar
das
Regeneration In Process
Israelite, look at his location and compare it with Toteone's location. I do believe that Erik brought both of them into the NESing, no?
Anyway, welcome back Silver Steak!
I do believe that Erik brought both of them into the NESing, no?Anyway, welcome back Silver Steak!
Erik Mesoy
Core Tester / Intern
das ist correct.
We interrupt this message to bring you a special news bulletin. Former NESer Erik Mesoy was recently seen running across the country at record-breaking speeds in an attempt to escape horders of polar bears who were attempting to mutilate him for making criminally bad puns.
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Kal'thzar, have you gotten my PM? If you don't answer or post soon, I'm going to ask Iggy to turn control of your forces over to me.
We interrupt this message to bring you a special news bulletin. Former NESer Erik Mesoy was recently seen running across the country at record-breaking speeds in an attempt to escape horders of polar bears who were attempting to mutilate him for making criminally bad puns.
We now return you to your regularly scheduled post.
Kal'thzar, have you gotten my PM? If you don't answer or post soon, I'm going to ask Iggy to turn control of your forces over to me.
The Strategos
Thanatos
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OOC: Please don't forget the story bonuses for last turn, I'd take infantry please.
IC:
To: Khemri, Illyria
From: Karthage
Greetings, our nations have grown rich through peace and trade between us. Why don't we ensure our peace and prosperity by taking our relationship to the next level and signing a mutual protection pact?
IC:
To: Khemri, Illyria
From: Karthage
Greetings, our nations have grown rich through peace and trade between us. Why don't we ensure our peace and prosperity by taking our relationship to the next level and signing a mutual protection pact?
