Jonny11788
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Greece
Somewhere just to the north of Sparta, Erasthenes of Corinth, King Alexander's Head of Military, was meeting with the general-in-charge of the Spartan campaign, who was currently leading the siege of Sparta itself...
"So, we've been at this siege for several months now. Do you have any idea when the city may fall, General?"
"Hopefully it will fall soon, Erasthenes. We initiated the siege in June, early in the growing season before they had to bring in much of the harvest. And we've blocked off all the entrances to the city. That means they are probably being forced to survive on last year's harvest, which shouldn't last much longer. It is my goal to be marching through the streets of Sparta by November at the latest."
"That's good to hear. Have you met with any heavy resistance?"
"Not much. There's only a few traces of the Spartan army, and we have been sending out the detachments from the main army to hunt down and destroy these last bits of the Spartan army. Besides, when we're not fighting the Spartans, the Philistines have been keeping them somewhat busy."
"Good. King Alexander has told me that he wants this war to be over as soon as it can. The people at home are beginning to become tired of the war, and he wants to bring it to an end.... Also, you may be interested in this: as you know, General, I am getting on in years, and may retire voluntarily soon to be with my family. King Alex has told me that if you are able to win the war well, he may promote you to my position as Head of Military. I am returning to Athens now; I wish you good luck in your conquests."
Orders:
Build 500 spearmen for 4 gold.
Continue the war on Sparta. Maintain the siege of Sparta itself until it falls, meanwhile, continue to search for and destroy the remainder of the Spartan forces. After the city falls, establish it as a regional headquarters for the army, while continuing to destroy the last resistors. If the Spartan royalty is to be found, they are to be taken prisoner.
Greece: King Alexander**
Religion: Greek Orthodox Christianity
Population: 9,300 (63% Loyalty)
Economy: 6 Gold (1 City, 6gpt, Low Taxes)
Army: 700 Legionaries, 820 Spearmen, 1950 Archers *1
Navy: 18 Barques *0
Technology: none, 0% (0 Gold Spent)
Culture: 6
Resources: Silk
Somewhere just to the north of Sparta, Erasthenes of Corinth, King Alexander's Head of Military, was meeting with the general-in-charge of the Spartan campaign, who was currently leading the siege of Sparta itself...
"So, we've been at this siege for several months now. Do you have any idea when the city may fall, General?"
"Hopefully it will fall soon, Erasthenes. We initiated the siege in June, early in the growing season before they had to bring in much of the harvest. And we've blocked off all the entrances to the city. That means they are probably being forced to survive on last year's harvest, which shouldn't last much longer. It is my goal to be marching through the streets of Sparta by November at the latest."
"That's good to hear. Have you met with any heavy resistance?"
"Not much. There's only a few traces of the Spartan army, and we have been sending out the detachments from the main army to hunt down and destroy these last bits of the Spartan army. Besides, when we're not fighting the Spartans, the Philistines have been keeping them somewhat busy."
"Good. King Alexander has told me that he wants this war to be over as soon as it can. The people at home are beginning to become tired of the war, and he wants to bring it to an end.... Also, you may be interested in this: as you know, General, I am getting on in years, and may retire voluntarily soon to be with my family. King Alex has told me that if you are able to win the war well, he may promote you to my position as Head of Military. I am returning to Athens now; I wish you good luck in your conquests."
Orders:
Build 500 spearmen for 4 gold.
Continue the war on Sparta. Maintain the siege of Sparta itself until it falls, meanwhile, continue to search for and destroy the remainder of the Spartan forces. After the city falls, establish it as a regional headquarters for the army, while continuing to destroy the last resistors. If the Spartan royalty is to be found, they are to be taken prisoner.
Greece: King Alexander**
Religion: Greek Orthodox Christianity
Population: 9,300 (63% Loyalty)
Economy: 6 Gold (1 City, 6gpt, Low Taxes)
Army: 700 Legionaries, 820 Spearmen, 1950 Archers *1
Navy: 18 Barques *0
Technology: none, 0% (0 Gold Spent)
Culture: 6
Resources: Silk