nightcreature
Ready to Pounce!
As do I.
The End of Han: The Three Kingdoms
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Terrance888
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On the War Effort
I propose that two armies to march to Chang An. A smaller army composed of crossbow and pikes will bottle in Chang An and distract reinforcements while our main army will ride in and capture the city.
I propose that two armies to march to Chang An. A smaller army composed of crossbow and pikes will bottle in Chang An and distract reinforcements while our main army will ride in and capture the city.
strijder20
Wallowing in irony
I agree with Terrance. Our two armies must help each other, and not fight individually.
nightcreature
Ready to Pounce!
absolutely. we should merge our armies and then attack
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Tomorrow's Dawn
Heroes Never Die
Very well, Shao Yu will maneuver his troops in concert with the rest of the Chen Armies.
Terrance888
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I have submitted my planned recuitment scheduel to Chen Da Ren for approval.
All Hail King Yi!
All Hail King Yi!
Optical
The Fall of the Eleventh
Well, you got it. 
The Chronicles of Kongming
Volume V:
I was telling you of the first of the wars of Liangzhou; a war against the foul rebel Li Jue, who held the Emperor prisoner in Chang An. On hearing the news of the war, King Yi was filled with righteous wrath towards Li Jue, and ordered the forming of legions, and the levying of troops. Ma Teng and Pang De were quick to bring together a host of cavalry under their command.
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The levy took place in Wu Wei and Tian Shui, reducing their population, and on the hamlet outside An Ding. The levied troops were brought together in An Ding, ready to march.
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The cavalry stationed in An Ding quickly took out the Xiongnu who had slain the worker, to prevent the pillaging of more improvements.
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That was when the blow fell. A messenger came from the Rice Taoist leader, Zhang Lu. He had declared war on us!
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At the same time, troops under the command of several famous leaders were marching towards An Ding. They turned, however, and instead garrisoned Chang An.
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Having mastered the Ancient Dictionary, our scholars turned their attention to State Monopoly.
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Shao Yu, a warrior who had distinguished himself against King Lee in the Reign of Terror, requested command of a small division. His request was backed by Li Hao Shi, and it was granted. He was given command of his own spearman, along with a crossbowman, and some light cavalry.
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The army was finally ready to march! Seeing a scout of Zhang Lu on the borders, Ma Teng's vengeance was swift.
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For reasons unknown, Li Jue appeared to be abandoning Chang An to it's fate. He left a small force of crossbowman and halberdiers to defend it.
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Our crossbowman in An Ding killed more barbarians, this time Xianbei.
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Envoys came from the Heishan Bandits, led by one Zhang Yan. King Yi was rightfully cautious of making friends of such men.
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Then the battle began. Wave after wave of our glorious troops smashed into the enemy ranks. With Ma Chao, Ma Teng, Ma Dai, and Pang De it was no contest. With minimal casualties, we entered Chang An.
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Then, joy of joys! The Emperor is safe!
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But the battle was not over yet. Several of Li Jue's generals were out in the open, making it a perfect time to attack. This we did, scattering the full force of Li Jue to the winds.
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Emperor Xian, Beloved of Heaven was kept in Chang An till King Yi could decide what to do with him.
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More Xiongnu were slain at Wu Wei.
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With the experience gained in the Battle of Chang An, Ma Chao perfected his blade work, making him an even more formidable opponent. His legion also reaped the benefits of the battle.
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Pang De, also inspired by the slaughter, developed a formation dubbed 'The Iron Wall', a technique enabling a legion to soak up far more damage without injury. His legion also gained much experience.
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Ma Teng and his legion also gained experience, making them terrifying foes.
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That was when the following message was intercepted. A man was trying to smuggle it to Christos Lee.
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The people of Liangzhou are outraged, many of them taking this as evidence of an attempted pact with the rebels.
After the battle of Chang An, a man named Fang Zi-An traveled to Han Sui's court, looking for trading opportunities. He was informed that he would be payed 100 gold if he would take a trade caravan to the city of Shang Dang, ruled by Zhang Yang, who lives directly east of the Heishan Bandits. He also informed Fang Zi-An that he once came across Feng Tong in the city of Luo Yang.
Finally, Lobsang traveled to the land of Han Sui to spread the words of Buddha, but found out that they already knew them. They still treated him with much respect, as a wise teacher.
These are the Chronicles of Kongming, Fifth Volume.
Cities
Wu Wei:
An Ding:
Tian Shui:
Prestige:
Chen Yi: For rescuing the Emperor, Chen Yi receives 50 Prestige.
Li Hao Shi: For managing the draft, aiding in the downfall of Chang An, Li Hao Shi receives 20 Prestige.
Shao Yu: For leading a division in the Battle of Chang An, Shao Yu receives 15 Prestige.
Lobsang: For teaching in Han Sui's lands, Lobsang receives 5 Prestige.
Nigh Ture: For commanding his troops at Chang An, Nigh Ture receives 10 Prestige.
Strizu Hao: For commanding his troops at Chang An, Strizu Hao receives 10 Prestige.
Finally, Lobsang traveled to the land of Han Sui to spread the words of Buddha, but found out that they already knew them. They still treated him with much respect, as a wise teacher.
These are the Chronicles of Kongming, Fifth Volume.
Cities
Wu Wei:
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An Ding:
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Tian Shui:
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Prestige:
Chen Yi: For rescuing the Emperor, Chen Yi receives 50 Prestige.
Li Hao Shi: For managing the draft, aiding in the downfall of Chang An, Li Hao Shi receives 20 Prestige.
Shao Yu: For leading a division in the Battle of Chang An, Shao Yu receives 15 Prestige.
Lobsang: For teaching in Han Sui's lands, Lobsang receives 5 Prestige.
Nigh Ture: For commanding his troops at Chang An, Nigh Ture receives 10 Prestige.
Strizu Hao: For commanding his troops at Chang An, Strizu Hao receives 10 Prestige.
Optical
The Fall of the Eleventh
Shao Yu is offered the position of governor of Chang An for his distinguished efforts in its taking. His troops, along with those under Nigh Ture, are responsible for escorting the emperor to the city of Wu Wei.
There we will discuss arrangements for his lodging and a way to garner support for our kingdom's ascension to the rule of greater China.
There we will discuss arrangements for his lodging and a way to garner support for our kingdom's ascension to the rule of greater China.
Terrance888
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I feel a rush of creativity!
Li Hao Shi said:
Tomorrow's Dawn
Heroes Never Die
Shao Yu graciously accepts his new station as governor of Chang'an. On the way back, to Wu Wei, Shao Yu begins to build rapport with the new conscripts. While the men who followed him from Liaodong had already been accustomed to his habits, Shao Yu makes it a point to build trust with his new soldiers. He sits amongst their camps and refuses to receive any special treatment from the aides & adjutants; subsequently eating alongside his men & sharing the same drinks with his most common soldiers.
EDIT: ooc: I just noticed that Scout right by the southern outlying towns of Chang'an.
EDIT2: ooc: I just noticed that the Scout is gone and there's a big stack somewhat in it's place.
Shao Yu orders the bulk of the army to hold tight and hold Chang'an while order is restored. Fortifications must be raised immediately.
EDIT: ooc: I just noticed that Scout right by the southern outlying towns of Chang'an.
EDIT2: ooc: I just noticed that the Scout is gone and there's a big stack somewhat in it's place.
Shao Yu orders the bulk of the army to hold tight and hold Chang'an while order is restored. Fortifications must be raised immediately.
nightcreature
Ready to Pounce!
As a commoner, I feel no pride in leading my army. I live among my men and eat their food. Though special food and drinks are brought for me, I do not accept them, but let my soldiers take what they want from it.
Optical
The Fall of the Eleventh
As they also had a large part in the capture of Chang'an and the rescue of the Emperor, I would also like to offer a reward to Li Hao Shi, Nigh Ture and Strizu Hao, along with Shao Yu. Each of you may ask one boon, and as long as it is within reason and within my power, I will attempt to make it reality.
strijder20
Wallowing in irony
A boon... I will wait until the others ask one, so I can see what's reasonable.
I travel to the east to help the scientist to measure the world. I leave my army in Chang An, and order them to obey Shao Yu until I'm back.
I travel to the east to help the scientist to measure the world. I leave my army in Chang An, and order them to obey Shao Yu until I'm back.
That light Cavalry does not look too light with that armored horses (renamed Cataphract?)
Why don't you join? We could use the experience of a good, ruthless, barbaric pillager.
Enthusiastically though professionally, I accept the trade mission mission. I also ask of Han Sui his support for craftsman He Dong, then use what money I currently possess to supplement my armed escort in case bandits or Bandits do indeed pose a problem.
I lead the caravan to Shang Dang on a northerly route, avoiding as best as reasonably possible the lands under Li Jue's influence. Once in Zhang Lu's lands, I hope to pass as a humble unaffiliated merchant, appealing openly to Tian Shi Dao philosophical sensibilities if necessary. Along the way, I also keep my ears open for rumors of who might have marble to spare, and plan on an also-risky trip south to Luo Yang after Shang Dang.
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Terrance888
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I propose that He Zong, the craftsman, to travel with us and meet with the leaders of the neighboring lands. If he shall go with the trade caravan, I shall go as well as companionship and as friends.
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