LINESII- Into the Darkness- Part III

[Lord_Iggy]

Iggy, I'm slightly confused. I spent six turns on a single project, through it took much longrt, but it disappears one turn from completion? I can it being set back because of the chaos, but to lose all that after it survived two collapses?

EDIT: My project didn't disappear- it went to the Dengari? Why? Dava and Boro are both within my borders.

My bad! I had thought that they were both on the other side of the Lunx. I'm fixing the stats to put it back in your control.

@Thlayli- Wait, are the islands south of Kehexou remaining Anabetan? My screen is very dim, so it's difficult to see.

 

[Thlayli]

We're accepting that situation, yes.

 

[~Darkening~]

No prob Iggy- I initially thought the same thing . I worked my way backwards, remembering that Dava was based upon the Lunx (at its opening into the sea, an area entirely under my control), and then I checked update 9 which shows Boro on my side. Incidently, both cities are actually represented on the map....

 

[The Farow]

Very Nice Update Iggy!

From Croyodon
To Anabetan Khmeri, Emor, Iron Face Republic, and Dengarai

We purpose a meeting in the ancient capital of Gorin to decide the fate of it's vast territory. Our goal is to create stability in region as well as create satisfaction within the great coalition that destroyed the last of the ancient empires.

 

[~Darkening~]

Spoiler :

Part One.

I marveled at the sight of the wound. It was so small, so delicate, so deadly, so beautiful. A small, crystalline opening in the midst of a reddish-blue sea of stained cloth. I giggled at it, almost tempted to shove my finger into the small orifice. Instead I ran my finger around it. Moving somewhat sluggishly (and somehow still amused at how I never noticed how pale my hands truly were), I drifted a hand upwards until I could drop it upon the wound as a dead-weight. It was the most exotic shades of red I had ever seen until that moment, a thin shade of scarlet with the faint scent of molten copper. I loved it for it instantly transported my rocking mind back to my youth- my father, to my intense pride, was the best coppersmith. I giggled again at the looming bulk of the large man, slurring my words as I smiled like a loon at him.“Val, will you buy me some robes of this shade for me? They're to die for!” I laughed, barely registering the small amount of annoyance held in the lines of his face.

“Hadru[1] Ashr!” He cursed, resting one of those enormous hands upon my brow. I returned his frown- his hand was hot and heavy. He turned away from me, still resting that giant hand upon my brow, and began to speak to his friend in that gibberish. I tuned them after a moment, more engrossed by the fluttering of a small series of notes issued by a small flute. They fluttered towards me form the sea of chaos, issued by the experienced owner of the small flute. I laugh deliriously again, slowly pawing at the open air in search of those notes. The big man turned back to me once more, using that same frown to attempt to placate the joyous mood.

A sudden wetness graced the tips of my fingers, feeling of amusement slowly mixing with amazement. That same scarlet had somehow melted from the cloth into a puddle, soiling my brand new robes. I struggled to raise my head upwards, catching a glimpse of a small ruby pool resting on my chets before Val shoved me back onto the ground. “I'm sorry Val, I didn't mean to spill the wine...” I murmured, dipping my loose fingers into the swelling pool of the liquid. “It was just so good and I couldn't help it...” I struggled, eyelids suddenly becoming as heavy as stones. I yawned, a tide of sleep suddenly sweeping over me and I ceded the battle for sleep, eager for its embrace. “Just let me sleep for five minutes Val- we should be moving soon...”

“Ashr!” The booming voice echoed distantly, and a sudden pain brought me back into an awakened state. Val shoved my shoulder again, shoving that large hand into the recess of my shoulder. The annoyed lines in his face had been replaced with signs of anxious worry. “Ashr! You mustn't fall alseep, do you hear me? You mustn't! It would....” The old man continued to talk, through I lost track of his words- the wiry hairs of his beard were swaying in the breeze (strange, it was a breeze that only seemed to affect him), and they proved far more interesting to me.

I bore a weak smile again. “Its been a three year trip Val.” I stated, uncertain why I felt necessary to inform him. I was suddenly revolted by my voice- somehow, I was aware of how slurred and weak it sounded.“Val, can I go home after this? I miss the city terribly.” I said, desperate to keep that sudden edge of pitifulness out of my voice. I failed miserably, and tears began to bite at my eyes. “I want to see the Church again...” I slurred, words dropping off. I winced; the hole in my chest suddenly flaring back into existence.

Vahalan spoke again, his words somehow more urgent than they were a minute ago. “Ashr, you stay with me and I'll ensure that you see the Church again.” I recoiled, revolted by how weak his voice. The giant shook his head once, as if fighting the increasing tempo of the breeze, before placing two squat fingers against my neck. The digits had lost their chill, strangely light in their touch. He spoke again, words echoing distantly....

[1]Hadru- Orumi curse, somewhat equatable for the One

Not that long, nor that good.

 

[alex994]

Alex, please answer my PM.

OOC: Look, I have had things to do outside of NESing. Telling me to respond to your PM only after a single day (a day filled with studying and finals mind you as well as quality time spent with my family) is frankly inconsiderate of you. I could understand if you ask me to after three or more days, but the day after? You'll get a response in the next two days because frankly, you won't die if you have to wait an extra day or two.

 

[Abaddon]

To Myocaca
From Otaria

You spoke of aid and friendship, this is the time we are in dire need of it. Will you heed our calls and support us expelling these invaders?

 

[Kal'thzar]

From: The Valin Republics of Veritas
To: The Anabetan Kingdom of Khemri

You have defeated all of the Loyalist forces within Khemri proper, but Old Veritas is no longer under your control. We have no desire to attack Khemri, since we have already gained what we seek, and Khemri surely cannot want to continue fighting the combined forces of the Loyalists, New Veritas, Norvalin, Kalmar, and Kehexou after already fighting a civil war.

So, we propose the following treaty:

ARTICLE I. King Erias III will become Emperor of the Imperial Republic of Paleaveritas, sharing power with the people. Lord Enrae will be appointed the Stratikrator of this state, and the Assemblum will be composed of legally elected Khemrans and Valins. The armed forces of Ptolemaic Khemri will continue to serve the Imperial Republic, or be offered land on which to settle. Any Khemrans living in Paleaveritas that wish to return to Khemri can do so.

ARTICLE II. The Imperial Republic of Paleaveritas, the Kingdom of Kehexou, and the Anabetan Kingdom of Khemri will all recognize each other's legitimacy. Valin, Khemri, and Kehex must have their own independent state, if these needless wars are to stop.

ARTICLE III. The Imperial Republic of Paleaveritas and the Anabetan Kingdom of Khemri will sign a Non-Aggression Pact, for the duration of 50 years.

ARTICLE IV. All parties will agree to the following borders:

http://img112.imageshack.us/img112/5505/veritasmapwh2.png

How shall I say this; I will ignore the offer, as the offer seems to be conceived in a world where Khemri has not had infulence in the region for the last 1200 years, and not owned the area in the last 500.

 

[Angst]

OOC: Look, I have had things to do outside of NESing. Telling me to respond to your PM only after a single day (a day filled with studying and finals mind you as well as quality time spent with my family) is frankly inconsiderate of you. I could understand if you ask me to after three or more days, but the day after? You'll get a response in the next two days because frankly, you won't die if you have to wait an extra day or two.

OOC: It was not meant offensive or attempted to be stressing in any way. I really don't need you answer yet, no.

It's merely because I tend to forget other people's PMs if I read them already (Which I do every time I get one) and do not answer. But please, put back the axe, I brought no sword.

 

[Wubba360]

when is the next deadline?

I may be unable to access internet over the weekend so I would like to know as soon as possible.

 

[Lord_Iggy]

When can people get their orders in by?

 

[Thlayli]

Saturday at the earliest.

How shall I say this; I will ignore the offer, as the offer seems to be conceived in a world where Khemri has not had infulence in the region for the last 1200 years, and not owned the area in the last 500.

Oh right, a state shared by Khemrans and Valins with a Khemran head of state and a Khemran Stratikrator REALLY doesn't recognize Khemran influence.

Please. Old Veritas is out of your control, your soldiers are far outnumbered by those of your enemy, assuming you don't count militia, and your economy is exhausted from civil war.

Do you REALLY want to push it?

 

[jalapeno_dude]

The Citadel Colony is still inhabited, and generally isn't doing much other than continuing its humdrum existence.

@Iggy, everyone else:: This so-called colony is no longer associated with the Citadel, even if such a place existed anymore, which it doesn't. Or does it?

I suppose there might still be some New Eldists there, though that's up to Iggy. Amusing that they haven't been genocided yet...



Other than that, I have no further statements. Carry on. Iggy, a PM at some point would be nice.

 

[Lord_Iggy]

The city is still ruled by a New Eldist Council, descended from settlers from the Citadel. It's independent, for the time being.

 

[The Farow]

From Croyodon
To Emor, Iron Face Republic, and Dengarai

We are trying to bring a satisfiable treaty to this region to end the chaos brought about by the collapse of such a great power. Our intentions are in this map. We will pay two EP to Dengarai to compensate them for the loss of two cities so we can create a full Gorin vassal state.

Here is the area Croyodon will directly annex and our purposed vassal state in occupied Gorinese territory.

In addition we believe that Emor should get all Emorian ethnic lands. All the remaining captured lands minus Emorian lands by the Iron Face Republic and Dengarai are yours to do with as you wish. As for the Anabetan Khmeri they are also able to do as they wish with their occupied lands. They intend to annex some land as well as create a shalmari vassal state.

Hopefully, this is acceptable for all involed. Once everyone has drawn out their intentions we can post a final map for the division of the Gorinese Empire.

OCC: Iggy, are their any relatives still alive of the Kaiser that I can place on the Gorin throne?

 

[Lord_Iggy]

Dengarai will accept 2 EP for these cities.

No close relative of the Kaiser would work for you, though you could probably find someone of a fairly distant relation.

It should be noted that there are no 'ethnically Emoran' lands currently ruled by Emor, save their southern cities near Khemri. On another note, Emor announces that it has accepted vassalage to Anabetan Khemri.

The Crystalists do not wish to be vassalized.

 

[~Darkening~]

On another note, Emor announces that it has accepted vassalage to Anabetan Khemri.

Doesn't that just make life more interesting ?

 

[Massive Attack]

Orders Submitted.

Any response from Gamorrea?

 

[Kal'thzar]

Oh right, a state shared by Khemrans and Valins with a Khemran head of state and a Khemran Stratikrator REALLY doesn't recognize Khemran influence.

Please. Old Veritas is out of your control, your soldiers are far outnumbered by those of your enemy, assuming you don't count militia, and your economy is exhausted from civil war.

Do you REALLY want to push it?

The Area is an integral part of Khemri, as in any civil war the goal is not to break off a small area for your control but to have it all, we simply don't recognise your claims to the area anymore.

Militia are the new armies; think about it as the evolution of the state; the ability to mass produce weapons for your levees makes them a potent force. And heck I still have loads of money to go around and plenty of allies.

Anyway; it seems odd that a former king of Khemri would be so eagre to subsume himself into your nation.

 

[Thlayli]

Oy vey. Let's get started.

The Area is an integral part of Khemri,

No, no it isn't. It's not part of your heartlands, it's settled by an ethnic minority, and follows a different religion from the rest of your country. You could very easily lose it and go on being a great power, you just choose not to.

as in any civil war the goal is not to break off a small area for your control but to have it all,

No, actually, in a civil war the goal is to survive with your country intact. As demonstrated above, Paleaveritas is hardly "your country," so you've already achieved your goals. Last turn was a civil war, this turn would be a war of conquest disguised as a civil war.

we simply don't recognise your claims to the area anymore.

Yes, we figured.

Militia are the new armies; think about it as the evolution of the state; the ability to mass produce weapons for your levees makes them a potent force.

Seriously, think about what you just said. "The new armies will be comprised of badly trained volunteers and conscripted farmers that we just happened to drag out of the fields when we needed them." Here's the thing about militia: They aren't permanent. They have jobs. They expect to go back to them.

And also, when militia armies fight professional armies, they die. You have a militia army, we have a professional army, or rather, multiple professional armies. The math doesn't look good.

And heck I still have loads of money to go around and plenty of allies.

Loads of money, which is still far less than the combined income of your enemies, who will also take longer to begin suffering from the effects of war exhaustion.

Ah yes, plenty of allies. Khemri's treated her most loyal allies SO well, haven't they? Like the Swade, who were backstabbed by a Khemran army at the last second, which greedily joined in the sacking of their capital?

Or the ancient Crystal Ridge Alliance between Khemri and Gorin? That ended well for Gorin. Khemri makes allies when it WORKS, and betrays them when it's convenient. Any ally of yours is an ally of convenience.

Anyway; it seems odd that a former king of Khemri would be so eagre to subsume himself into your nation.

First off, he's exiled, with no other options. Second, he's ruling a population of Khemrans AND Valins, so it isn't really MY nation. It's a multiethnic nation, comprised of Valins, who hate you, and Loyalists, who hate you. They don't really like each other, but their boiling hatred for Anabet is a bigger unifying force than anything else I could come up with.