The Impressions of NESing

[Dachs]

And as the Byzantine Empire in NES2 VI, at least.

No, then I didn't overthrow my own government, just Kentharu's. Sort of. That got weird in the early 1740s.

Actually, I've always compared myself to Friedrich der Zweite. He and I both really, really wanted something (in his case, Silesia; in mine, Anatolia, the Holy Land, and Italy) (in NES2 VI, at least), use similar tactical-level dispositions (I'm rather enamored of the oblique order), and generally end up sort-of losing, sort-of winning. Sometimes.

That, and I've got a bit of Junker in me (genetically, anyway).

 

[alex994]

As of late, I begun to associate him more with Carthage for some reason...

If it makes you happier, I've played as both Carthage and Rome in various neses and waged war upon my counterpart. I would say though that if taken properly Carthage is more powerful then Rome alas that nes ended

 

[Symphony D.]

Alright, I started going alphabetical... and then realized I neither know nor care enough nor know enough about everybody to do everyone alphabetically. Rather than trying for some relative ranking of abilities, these are along a (personally assessed) threat level, going Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, Delta, and Unclassified. So here's what I have:

- alex994: BRAVO CLASS - Competent enough in military matters, though his style fits defensive actions much better than offensive ones. Notion of being a "peacemonger" is ludicrous; he's simply waiting for an opening to strike if need be. That said, more or less non-violent compared to others. Well developed sense of espionage. Tends to over focus on trivial domestic matters, such as diet of subjects. Sinophilia causes occasion complications. Best to keep an eye on him unless he's far away.
- Amon Savag: UNCLASSIFIED - Never seen him in action, for all the legend and story.
- andis-1: BRAVO CLASS - Likewise militarily competent. Numerous engagements observed where he has had good success. Details however are somewhat scarce; despite that, known to be a fairly solid player. Experience indicates him to be rather loyal if there are no competing interests; good ally to have around.
- Azale: CHARLIE CLASS - Would be Bravo Class if not for semi-frequent disappearances. Solid military performance, above average espionage capabilities, and a generally dependable ally. Let down by the fact that he often disappears at critical moments though, meaning in a pinch he might not be there to be help you (or, as the case may be, fight you).
- Azash: UNCLASSIFIED - Insufficient data.
- BananaLee: BRAVO CLASS - Would be Alpha Class if not for semi-frequent disappearances. Very strong and very detailed domestic and espionage game. Expert manipulator. Very fine grasp of economics and technology, uses these to set up typically peaceful, builder states. Will not hesitate to act if threatened though, and this sort of buildup tends to generally put him in an excellent position to do so. Good ally if interests not contradictory; caution is advised, however.

If your name is not above (highly likely!), but you really, really want an opinion (for some reason?) then you can ask, I suppose. Operator is not responsible for response length or content. Responses may vary. End user does not hold any claim of minimum response. Some restrictions may apply.

 

[Insane_Panda]

Do me! (ten)

 

[Luckymoose]

Do one of me please.

 

[Kal'thzar]

mhmmm Symph do me do me!

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[das]

Andis as Frederick II? No. Frederick specifically stated, "If I were to have Silesia, I would be content." He was not an opportunist; he merely desired building up his nation through a very specific set of goals. Andis is more Napoleon.

Yes, he said that. Then he partitioned Poland as well. Had he fared better in the Seven Years War, I'm sure he would've tried and sliced off a bit from Saxony as well...

Anyway, having specific goals for strenghthening the nation doesn't inherently contradict opportunistic landgrabs (as means to those goals), much less andis' policies. Much like Prussia, andis' nations tend to take over nearby territories (that are of value for the nation in question) as opportunities appear. I don't recall andis ever going for hegemony on a Napoleonic level. As opposed to you, or Panda.

Andis is not quite the domestic reformer

Actually, he can be.

Andis is my secret weapon!

You mean that pet hair clipper? Hmm, yes, I could imagine sea otters being scared of that...

No, then I didn't overthrow my own government, just Kentharu's. Sort of. That got weird in the early 1740s.

I was talking about army placements.

Sinophilia causes occasion complications.

Another "alex myth", like the peacemongering. I believe I already made it clear that though he is Sinophilic to the absurd in the OOC, it doesn't show in the orders. And any sort of Confucianism, even less so - Wu deserved his epithet all too well, at least, the second part of it.

 

[jalapeno_dude]

Do me! (ten)

Me too!!!!!

 

[Azale]

Hey, I've dissapeared once I think when you were involved Out of my control! Bah, I'll make it my goal to reach Bravo class now.

 

[silver 2039]

I demand that you extol my virtues.

 

[Dachs]

I demand that you extol my virtues.

Same as above, but with less viciousness.

*crosses fingers for Delta class*

 

[Insane_Panda]

Actually, he can be.

Psh. Well, he hardly has the ego and megalomania of Napoleon. THAT I have in spades!

 

[das]

That's kinda my point exactly. He's rather more cautious. Heh, I guess I just realized why do I always for some reason associate him with Stalin...

 

[erez87]

I'll probably be either delta or alpha lol

 

[Swissempire]

Unlike the previous posters who are so enamored with Symphony that they want him to DO themgroucho: ), i would like it if Symphony would evaluate me so i can improve

 

[Erik Mesoy]

I'm going to do a reverse impression, listing the ones I've been given so far, adding the newest one from jalapeno_dude.

North King: "Norwegian sci fi NESer."
Disenfrancised: "Norwegian sci fi NESer. also magical sentient furniture."
andis-1: "Your the most annoying nitpicker on this forum. And act like all-knowing."
Lord_Iggy: "Norway, Astral Sojourners, Elgovia, and annoying IC personalities."
Darwin420: "erik - calculating, and thinks he's always right. "
Reno: "Norwegian, moderate Christian and has also got Asperger."
Dachspmg: "Feuds. IDK why."
Insane_Panda: "A very smart, and confident NESer. Likes RPGs and the such."
JosefStalinator: "RPGer, old timer, and good NESer"
warman17: "Computer Smarty Pants"
North King: "A good guy, good NESer, a bit over obsessed with sci fi... But very readable orders. Seems to be one of those brilliant people who has perfect command of English as a non-native language... Even das makes some grammar mistakes; Erik makes me feel inadequate in my own language command."
MjM: "Genius. Very good with orders, and a smart person."
Capulet: "An intelligent guy. We've talked over AIM. I wish he would be more open towards understanding Islam though, he seems to agree with the anti-Islamic posters in the OT too much." [Editor's Note: Call it backlash from the time in Norway when the Salvation Army caught massive flak for not appointing homosexuals as priests while the local imam got off scot-free with saying "There are no such things as homosexual muslims. Islam and homosexuality are not compatible."]
Israelite9191: "Very fun to talk to on AIM, very knowledgable."

jalapeno_dude: Erik Mesoy: Probably the only NESer nerdier than I am, and that's a good thing. Programmer and meta-gamer. And he was the one who modded the stock market NES which I did so well in...

 

[JosefStalinator]

Do me symphony!

And also critique me

(I think I already used this one before...)

 

[alex994]

- alex994: BRAVO CLASS - Competent enough in military matters, though his style fits defensive actions much better than offensive ones. Notion of being a "peacemonger" is ludicrous; he's simply waiting for an opening to strike if need be. That said, more or less non-violent compared to others. Well developed sense of espionage. Tends to over focus on trivial domestic matters, such as diet of subjects. Sinophilia causes occasion complications. Best to keep an eye on him unless he's far away.

The diet of my subjects are very important. After all, in China there were two "variations" of Chinese people. The Northern Chinese in general are stronger, taller and sturdier then the Southern Chinese and were excellent soldiers. The Southern Chinese are usually shorter, not as strong but much more suited as businessmen with sharp tongues and wit. The difference between them are the differences in diet. The Northern Chinese had a diet of barley, noodles and generally a varied grain diet. And they ate more meat. The Southern Chinese on the other hand had mostly a rice diet with no other grains with more of an emphasis on seafood.

I can also point out the ludicrously short Japanese people prior to the opening of Japan by Admiral Perry due in part to their fish diet. Of course, nowadays with their meat diet, Japanese people has on average become taller.

Another "alex myth", like the peacemongering. I believe I already made it clear that though he is Sinophilic to the absurd in the OOC, it doesn't show in the orders. And any sort of Confucianism, even less so - Wu deserved his epithet all too well, at least, the second part of it.

I don't know.... The whole anti-all religions which is from Europe or Middle East is quite apparant due to the fact that those converts tend to disagree with the Imperial Court. Emperor Wu the Brilliantly Mad? Personally I tend to prefer a strange mix of Confucianism (the family and social relations part) with Taoism (alchemy and etc) with Buddhism (meditation, peace, blah blah blah). Thus the religion of Tieh China that is supported by the state

 

[Insane_Panda]

I don't think Alex is a peacemongerer, I just think he is oppurtunistic.

 

[Oruc]

I can also point out the ludicrously short Japanese people prior to the opening of Japan by Admiral Perry due in part to their fish diet. Of course, nowadays with their meat diet, Japanese people has on average become taller.

Wait how is fish not meat?