The Despot Thread

[Bootstoots]

Julius (upon hearing the speech): As stated earlier, I swear loyalty to the rightful new despot, Diutius. I think that he will be the best despot we can have. I will commit my troops (who are now back up to full strength after Honorius's attack) to Diutius's side in any battle that may occur from his accession to the throne. I do have one request, however, in return for my services to you: Will you make me the Prince of Penguinudua and the surrounding area, as you were made Prince of Gorina?

 

[Cyc]

Messengers are sent out to all the houses of Fanatica stating that the new Despot will make a proclamation of land distribution later. There are many duties of the title that must be handled first, and the Despot must attend to them. He did also say that upon his death, his son Maximus would inherit the throne.

 

[Stuck_as_a_Mac]

Diutius: Do you still want to get married (this is reagrdless of the fact you just grabbed the throne...)

 

[Cyc]

Katie, my dear, as you well know, I have been married to Helena for many years, she is my Queen. Praeditus Lifespanius Maximus has just been named bachelor of the decade. I would suggest you look in that direction. We can talk more later.

 

[Stuck_as_a_Mac]

OCC- Then why the heck did you use Concubine in the matchmaker post?

 

[disorganizer]

Helena:
Dearest Diutius... what are those rumors about a concubine which i hear from our citizens?

 

[Stuck_as_a_Mac]

Right here:
Character: Diutius Lifespanius
Whew! What a relief. I had so wanted to make Katie my Concubine. After I despose of this trivial assasination attempt, we should have a quiet conversation

http://forums.civfanatics.com/showthread.php?postid=987092#post987092

 

[Stuck_as_a_Mac]

Also- Can I be Princess of Penguinadua (ill drop the Concubine charges )
And thus, blackmail was born

 

[Cyc]

@ Stuck - Not only blackmail, but I smell the first wiffs of the Republican Party .

@ Helena - Fear not, my love. The above statement was made in jest. You remember Katie. She's the one Lauren always called a spoiled brat. Pay no attention to her.

 

[disorganizer]

helena@diutius:
if i only could see a proove of your love, my dear... for so long i only could see you work... this makes women think in those directions, you know.

 

[Stuck_as_a_Mac]

Hey, at least I wasnt as bad as my aunt. Grandma had to go and kil.. make her leavr (yeah, thats the ticket!)
Besides, If she hated me so much, She wouldnt have given me the title and the bow and arrow.
BTW- OCC: Im a democrat. But if need br, i can start the Republicans along with the _________ (insert my religion name here)

 

[Civanator]

Antony: Salutations Despot Diutius. I would like to know if I may continue to be a personal advisor to the Despot. And my brother Achilles is willing to be your personal bodyguard. My wife is a skilled public speaker, and can help with your speeches. Achilles wife is almost the same, but she is a naturalist, and knows how to stop any poison that any soldier is wounded by.

 

[Stuck_as_a_Mac]

Katie: Well, all is forgiven Diutius. I am here with my two children to pledge absoulte loyalty to you.

 

[Plexus]

Tasius: Well, what exactly is going on here?

 

[Cyc]

"Tasius! You have returned from the wildernes. We have not heard from you for so long. It has been at least a dog's age since we heard from you or your wife." Diutius motions the guards to come a little closer.

"You look bewildered, confused. Are you in control of your senses?" asks the Despot from his throne.

"Of course I am in control of my senses! It's you people who have lost it!" shout Tasius (the bold). "I was promised the throne. It is I who should be ruling Fanatica."

Seeing the crazed look in the eyes of Tasius and noticing the "God complex" and the personality reversal (like it's US who have lost it ) Diutius says, "Of course, Tasius. Tell me, how long have you been living in the hills? Never mind. Guards, please escort Prince Tasius to the pools where he may bathe and regain his composure. Try to remain calm, Tasius. It will be much better for you." Diutius signals the guards to procede.

 

[Bootstoots]

Julius: I assume you will support my warrior unit as Atrous and Tasius did, until I receive land so that I can support it in my own right. Also, what things must be accomplished before land is granted? I think that you could be considered to have nearly complete control of the throne, as Tasius won't prove to be much of a problem, as he doesn't have supporters of his own. However, I will ask Tasius this question: Tasius, do you renounce your claim to the throne (you have no supporters)? I am calling on you to do so.

 

[Sir John]

Janus Nero: As the Head of The Nerano House, I will announce that me and my whole house swear loyality to you, Diutius, under any circumstances.... We are proud to protect you with our lives..

OOC: See trough the proposal I put up a few posts up. Iy just says despot x since I didnt know who were going to be depsot when I posted it... Tell me if you like it

 

[Cyc]

Yes, Janus. I am working on a list of land grants and promotions now. I was going with September Nero, as that named popped up recently, but if Janus is the head of the household, I will go with him to include the direct family. Others in volved in this list will be worthy citizens like Katie, Julius, and Antony. The available family lines are not being kept up by the citizens or the managment. I'm doing the best I can.

 

[Cyc]

In furthering the evolvement of our great nation, I have put forth this proclamation that shall be affect immediately. Changes may occur within this document as time moves on, but we need a starting point, and this is it.

First things first. This may come as a shock to you, but I believe it is the best for the nation. Because of its central location and its future growth potential, Gorina is hereby proclaimed the Capital City of Fanatica (just in the RPG). Our working Palace is located in Gorina, as is our family. Our knowledge of the area is more extensive and the opportunities for our citizens are more bountiful here. Good, now onto Land Grants and promotions.

As you know Queen Helena owns the land in and around Gorina. At present, these lands, except for the city, fall under a proposal of the queens for distribution under a new system. More on that later. The land Helena owns is outlined in blue on the map.

Beyond these lands, I have granted land use by some of our best citizens. These citizens will recieve a promotion to Nobility, either a Baron or Baroness, until such time as they are worthy of another promotion. At the present time, we are mustering Legions in each of the tiles to be used by the Nobility in charge of the tile, in service of the Despot. These troops will be used for protection of the tile, its citizens and assets. The Nobility will not bear the cost of the Legion in its tile, but the upkeep of the Legion will be their responsibility. Upkeep per Legion is 1 food and 1 shield. Income above and beyond the upkeep will be the possesion of the Baron(ess) in charge of the tile. This is subject to change as one's relationship with the Despot may change in the future or/and taxes may be applied. The map below shows colored tiles that have been granted for us by the person shown on the tile.

Pink - Katie - Given the title Baroness and use of a good land tile.

Maroon - Desmond Nevelis - Given the title Baron and the use of a good land tile.

Orange - Janus Nero - Given the title Baron and the use of a good tile.

Green - Julius, son of Aggripina - Given the title of Baron and the use of a good tile. Julius, your Legion will protect the city of Nar Shadda and the tile assigned to you. Any movement of your troops from your tile must be posted as per the troop movement rules. (This actually applies to all Nobles).

Yellow - Anthony - Given the title of Baron and the use of a good tile.

More to come later.
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[Shaitan]

OOC: One concern - we don't have a ready source of iron for units yet. As we can't build legions in the game, we shouldn't be able to build them in the RPG. As we have the knowledge of ironworking individual characters could have iron weapons but we don't yet have the facilities to arm and equip full units with such items.