Rex rgis of Ter
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Great story! What made you choose leaders like this, instead of many varied civilizations.
Keep it up!
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The Lost History of the Grigori
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Year 219
Amelanchier has asked us to assist him in his war against Charadon. Though we have no love for the Doviello, they have never wronged us in the past. We shall leave it to them to fight it out themselves. However, as Amelanchier is close to the other elven nations, and Charadon is close to the Clan of Embers, we hope that this war does not escalate into an all out war on all sides.
Year 222 - The Founding of Costa Del Sol
Costa Del Sol has been built near a lake by the border of Arendel's and Auric's realm. Nearby is an untapped mana source.
One of our Hunters is visiting Arendel's realm. He occasionally sends us detailed reports on the progress of the mighty and prosperous Ljosalfar nation. The location of Thessa's realm has also been located.
Year 225
Our policies for encouraging trade has been successful. Our number of trade routes has increased.
As we continue our Foreign Trade policies, our people's wealth continues to grow.
Now that our nation's economy is on stable footing, we now turn to the barbarian cities just outside our borders. Barbarian hordes have long been using those cities as bases from which they conduct their raid into our territory.
Year 228
As our countryside becomes more secure from barbarians and the forests are being cleared, citizens have slowly begun moving to cottages outside our cities.
In exchange for our Knowledge of the Ether, Sheelba and Arendel have revealed to us the secrets of Warfare, Calendar, and Archery.
Amelanchier has asked us to assist him in his war against Charadon. Though we have no love for the Doviello, they have never wronged us in the past. We shall leave it to them to fight it out themselves. However, as Amelanchier is close to the other elven nations, and Charadon is close to the Clan of Embers, we hope that this war does not escalate into an all out war on all sides.
Year 222 - The Founding of Costa Del Sol
Costa Del Sol has been built near a lake by the border of Arendel's and Auric's realm. Nearby is an untapped mana source.
One of our Hunters is visiting Arendel's realm. He occasionally sends us detailed reports on the progress of the mighty and prosperous Ljosalfar nation. The location of Thessa's realm has also been located.
Year 225
Our policies for encouraging trade has been successful. Our number of trade routes has increased.
As we continue our Foreign Trade policies, our people's wealth continues to grow.
Now that our nation's economy is on stable footing, we now turn to the barbarian cities just outside our borders. Barbarian hordes have long been using those cities as bases from which they conduct their raid into our territory.
Year 228
As our countryside becomes more secure from barbarians and the forests are being cleared, citizens have slowly begun moving to cottages outside our cities.
In exchange for our Knowledge of the Ether, Sheelba and Arendel have revealed to us the secrets of Warfare, Calendar, and Archery.
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Great story! What made you choose leaders like this, instead of many varied civilizations.
Keep it up!
Thanks!
I wanted civs that "belonged" on this map. Tundra = doviello, forests = elves, raging barbs = orcs. My intention was to play a map that heavily favoured the AI instead of the player for a change. And I thought it'd be fun to fight elves in their terrain. Illians are added for flavour since this is a winter map.
Hopefully I didn't go too far with my self-handicapping, Arendel and Thessa really scare me
I'd keep an eye on F7 to make sure there isn't a fellowship of leaves religious victory.
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Year 228 - continued
Our chief spy Ozbenno has informed us of a Fellowship scheme for world domination. Thessa and her high priests currently are plotting a Erebus-wide revolution. Their intent is for every single faithful of the Fellowship to rise up and purge Erebus of the all non-believers. Thus the whole of Erebus shall be controlled from the Holy City of Idul. The Agnostic Grigori will no doubt be the first to be purged.
We have managed to locate the exact location of the Holy City of Idul. It lies deep within elven territory, near Arendel's border.
We must strike at the Fellowship before they succeed. Our generals are putting forth proposals for an attack on the Fellowship. We have currently only have a 11 units of Hunters at our disposal. However most of them are veterans, battle hardened by the constant barbarian raids.
In this time of emergency, Bhalira has chosen to join the ranks of our Hunters. Bringing the total to 12 Hunter units.
Year 229
Our Hunters are beginning to assemble in the city state of Edge, near the border to Arendel's realm.
Year 230
Our Hunter visiting the elven lands has sent us back intelligence concerning the defences of Idul. The Holy City has a garrison of 3 Archer units and a Fawn. The city itself is heavily fortified, naturally. Generals have drawn up the final plans for the lightning raid. The attack will begin from within Arendels borders.
Our chief spy Ozbenno has informed us of a Fellowship scheme for world domination. Thessa and her high priests currently are plotting a Erebus-wide revolution. Their intent is for every single faithful of the Fellowship to rise up and purge Erebus of the all non-believers. Thus the whole of Erebus shall be controlled from the Holy City of Idul. The Agnostic Grigori will no doubt be the first to be purged.
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We have managed to locate the exact location of the Holy City of Idul. It lies deep within elven territory, near Arendel's border.
We must strike at the Fellowship before they succeed. Our generals are putting forth proposals for an attack on the Fellowship. We have currently only have a 11 units of Hunters at our disposal. However most of them are veterans, battle hardened by the constant barbarian raids.
In this time of emergency, Bhalira has chosen to join the ranks of our Hunters. Bringing the total to 12 Hunter units.
Year 229
Our Hunters are beginning to assemble in the city state of Edge, near the border to Arendel's realm.
Year 230
Our Hunter visiting the elven lands has sent us back intelligence concerning the defences of Idul. The Holy City has a garrison of 3 Archer units and a Fawn. The city itself is heavily fortified, naturally. Generals have drawn up the final plans for the lightning raid. The attack will begin from within Arendels borders.
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Can religion spread to Grigori cities? If they can't, that will give you somewhat of a buffer. I've never actually played as them yet.
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If you don't raze the city, and FoL spreads more you could win a religious victory. Pretty ironic. I would definetly raze it, then suck up to Thessa. You don't want elven enemies, they can destroy you.
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Unfortunately the Fellowship did spread to my cities 
Thessa used disciples to spread it when we signed the open borders, I think. It can spread normally to Grigori cities too, but less likely than other civs.
Yeah it would've been hilarious, if I could declare a state religion I could really steal the religious victory. Still that city must be a crazy cash cow, since Thessa built the Song of Autumn.
Thessa used disciples to spread it when we signed the open borders, I think. It can spread normally to Grigori cities too, but less likely than other civs.Yeah it would've been hilarious, if I could declare a state religion I could really steal the religious victory. Still that city must be a crazy cash cow, since Thessa built the Song of Autumn.
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When can we expect the next update?
Also, I take it your going to raze the holy city.
Also, I take it your going to raze the holy city.
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Year 231
While she plots for world domination, she pretends to be our friend. She is a much more devious opponent than I had surmised. Very well, we shall play her game and accept the trade agreement.
Year 232
Most of our Hunters have finished assembling in Edge and have begun traveling to our point of attack. Some stragglers are following behind our main attack force, hopefully they will be able to get there before the attack.
Arendel is currently mobilizing her nation towards a stronger military. We are unsure who her enemy is, since she is at peace for the moment. Many of our citizens fear that Arendel intends to join Thessa in her religious fanaticism.
Year 233
In an effort to accelerate the development of our Adepts, we send them out to train versus barbarians in the wild. We hope they will be ready for combat when the time comes.
While she plots for world domination, she pretends to be our friend. She is a much more devious opponent than I had surmised. Very well, we shall play her game and accept the trade agreement.
Year 232
Most of our Hunters have finished assembling in Edge and have begun traveling to our point of attack. Some stragglers are following behind our main attack force, hopefully they will be able to get there before the attack.
Arendel is currently mobilizing her nation towards a stronger military. We are unsure who her enemy is, since she is at peace for the moment. Many of our citizens fear that Arendel intends to join Thessa in her religious fanaticism.
Year 233
In an effort to accelerate the development of our Adepts, we send them out to train versus barbarians in the wild. We hope they will be ready for combat when the time comes.
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Yup that's my intention. Unless something goes horribly wrong. But I'm gonna save the game and keep the holy city just to see what it looks like. Then reload and raze. I wanna see what I'm destroying
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Year 234
Our Hunters must make haste towards Idul for we have very little time before Thessa's ambitions come to fruition.
Year 235
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Year 237
Our main force has arrived at the attack point, they are standing by for stragglers to arrive before commencing the attack.
Meanwhile, our Workers have complete the Bronze mine. Distribution of newly forged Bronze weapons is underway.
Our Hunters must make haste towards Idul for we have very little time before Thessa's ambitions come to fruition.
Year 235
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Year 237
Our main force has arrived at the attack point, they are standing by for stragglers to arrive before commencing the attack.
Meanwhile, our Workers have complete the Bronze mine. Distribution of newly forged Bronze weapons is underway.
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Year 238 - The Agnostic Crusade
Our attack force is ready, some of the Hunters were injured before the journey through elven lands and asked for time to rest before attacking. However, I feel that we cannot afford the time required for resting. For every minute that passes, Thessa is closer to her goal.
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Since the nations of Erebus save the Grigori and Illians are faithful to the Fellowship of Leaves, we fear reprisal from the believers. Of paramount concern is Thessa's kinship with Amelanchier and Arendel. Our greatest fear is that the elven nations shall all band together against the Grigori once we have provoked Thessa's rage.
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I hate to leave it hanging like this (no I don't!
) , but I don't have time to finish the writeup of that battle tonight. I'll post the next update tomorrow.
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Year 239 - The Battle of Idul
Our Hunters approach Idul under the cover of the forest.
They have been spotted by the elven Archers! And so the battle begins.
Servants of the Fellowship rise up to defend their Holy City as more of our Hunters enter the fray.
Despite the resolve of the Idul garrison and their extensive fortifications, the element of surprise was on our side. Unprepared, the faithful of the Fellowship were unable to hold out against our battle hardened Hunters for long.
The high priests of the Fellowship intensify their prayers as our forces make their final advance. When will they learn that the divine care little for mortals?
As the last defender falls, our Hunters march in and secure the city. We loot the holy shrine for anything of value. While I grieve for the loss of life, we cannot allow any of the priests of the Fellowship to survive. Were they to be spared, they would without a doubt plan retribution against the Grigori. Therefore we have burned Idul to the ground to show all of Erebus what happens to any religious fanatics that dare defy the Grigori.
Bahamet combs over the ruins of Idul and assesses our casualties. Many comrades were lost in battle and the loss of a large number of veteran Hunters has severely weakened our forces.
Back in Midgar, bards have already begun singing a National Epic telling of our brave Hunters' victory against the religious fanatics.
Outraged Disciple of Leaves attempt an uncoordinated attack near Costa Del Sol but were easily repelled by the Orcsbane Warriors.
Our Hunters approach Idul under the cover of the forest.
They have been spotted by the elven Archers! And so the battle begins.
Servants of the Fellowship rise up to defend their Holy City as more of our Hunters enter the fray.
Despite the resolve of the Idul garrison and their extensive fortifications, the element of surprise was on our side. Unprepared, the faithful of the Fellowship were unable to hold out against our battle hardened Hunters for long.
The high priests of the Fellowship intensify their prayers as our forces make their final advance. When will they learn that the divine care little for mortals?
As the last defender falls, our Hunters march in and secure the city. We loot the holy shrine for anything of value. While I grieve for the loss of life, we cannot allow any of the priests of the Fellowship to survive. Were they to be spared, they would without a doubt plan retribution against the Grigori. Therefore we have burned Idul to the ground to show all of Erebus what happens to any religious fanatics that dare defy the Grigori.
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Bahamet combs over the ruins of Idul and assesses our casualties. Many comrades were lost in battle and the loss of a large number of veteran Hunters has severely weakened our forces.
Back in Midgar, bards have already begun singing a National Epic telling of our brave Hunters' victory against the religious fanatics.
Outraged Disciple of Leaves attempt an uncoordinated attack near Costa Del Sol but were easily repelled by the Orcsbane Warriors.
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Year 240 - Outcry Across Erebus
The razing of Idul has caused protests from the believing nations. Auric was unphased by our declaration of war on Thessa and remains his dour self.
The loss of foreign income from trade with Thessa's nation has also caused protests from our merchants. Trade with Arendel has increased as a result, however diplomatic relations with her have turned cold.
Foreign income of year 237
Foreign income of year 240
The death of a large number of our Hunters during the raid of Idul has cause unrest among our citizens and they are demanding that we end hostilities against Thessa. I suspect that they are in fact members of the Fellowship living in our nation.
A sense of unease permeates the air as our remaining Hunters cross Arendel's realm on their journey back home.
Year 242
The Great Sage Damabiah has discovered the secrets of Alteration in Junon.
The void in leadership within the Fellowship of Leaves as caused some of its believers to turn to another emerging faith, the Octopus Overlords. Religion has become a neverending scourge on Erebus, defeat one and another appears.
Year 243
Knowing that we cannot afford a war on 2 fronts, Auric has demanded that we give him the secrets of Knowledge of the Ether. We has little choice but to comply. The Grigori will not forget his threats, and we shall deal with him in due time.
Settlers have headed out to claim Reagents for study by our sages.
The razing of Idul has caused protests from the believing nations. Auric was unphased by our declaration of war on Thessa and remains his dour self.
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The loss of foreign income from trade with Thessa's nation has also caused protests from our merchants. Trade with Arendel has increased as a result, however diplomatic relations with her have turned cold.
Foreign income of year 237
Foreign income of year 240
The death of a large number of our Hunters during the raid of Idul has cause unrest among our citizens and they are demanding that we end hostilities against Thessa. I suspect that they are in fact members of the Fellowship living in our nation.
A sense of unease permeates the air as our remaining Hunters cross Arendel's realm on their journey back home.
Year 242
The Great Sage Damabiah has discovered the secrets of Alteration in Junon.
Spoiler :
The void in leadership within the Fellowship of Leaves as caused some of its believers to turn to another emerging faith, the Octopus Overlords. Religion has become a neverending scourge on Erebus, defeat one and another appears.
Year 243
Knowing that we cannot afford a war on 2 fronts, Auric has demanded that we give him the secrets of Knowledge of the Ether. We has little choice but to comply. The Grigori will not forget his threats, and we shall deal with him in due time.
Spoiler :
Settlers have headed out to claim Reagents for study by our sages.
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Year 245
Charadon, enemy of the elves, has demanded that we stop our trade with Arendel. Since we do not wish to antagonize Arendel or lose our influx of wealth from trade with the elves, we have refused his demands.
Year 246 - Ardor
The war with the elves has caused a declining interest in the secrets of nature magic. Instead, interest in the arcane arts has grown. With the intent of developing powerful magic to aid us in our war against Thessa, we have have resorted to the call of Ardor. It is our hope that Great Sages and Adventurers from across Erebus will join our cause.
The Great Sage Bradeline has discovered the secrets of Elementalism in Midgar.
Charadon, enemy of the elves, has demanded that we stop our trade with Arendel. Since we do not wish to antagonize Arendel or lose our influx of wealth from trade with the elves, we have refused his demands.
Year 246 - Ardor
The war with the elves has caused a declining interest in the secrets of nature magic. Instead, interest in the arcane arts has grown. With the intent of developing powerful magic to aid us in our war against Thessa, we have have resorted to the call of Ardor. It is our hope that Great Sages and Adventurers from across Erebus will join our cause.
The Great Sage Bradeline has discovered the secrets of Elementalism in Midgar.
Spoiler :
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Year 247
A joint effort between the Great Sages Mikel Dylantyr and Menolly Nuvalle has yielded the secrets of Sorcery.
An Adept has begun contruction of a Fire Node near Costa Del Sol.
Year 248
The Great Sage Luciaqua has heeded our call of Ardor and has flocked to the city of Kalm.
We have begun building a road to Jonas' realm, in order to establish a trade route between our nations.
Year 249 - Rise of the Mage and the Guild of The Nine
Our first Mage has been trained! Skilled in the arts of arcane combat, he shall strike fear into the hearts of the Ljosalfar and the Fellowship.
Our development of Currency has allowed the founding of the Guild of The Nine in the city of Edge. We have begun hiring foreign Mercenaries for our war effort to ease our citizens' concerns for Grigori casualties.
We have overthrown a local orcish warlord and have incorporated the barbarian city of Sludgehome into the Grigori nation.
Year 250
Arendel has asked us to "donate" 240 gold to her cause. A thinly veiled threat that we have chosen to ignore for now. We shall need to be wary of her, as she may at any moment decide to join Thessa in the war against us.
Amelanchier has proposed that we trade secrets and gold. However he has little knowledge of value to us.
A joint effort between the Great Sages Mikel Dylantyr and Menolly Nuvalle has yielded the secrets of Sorcery.
An Adept has begun contruction of a Fire Node near Costa Del Sol.
Year 248
The Great Sage Luciaqua has heeded our call of Ardor and has flocked to the city of Kalm.
We have begun building a road to Jonas' realm, in order to establish a trade route between our nations.
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Year 249 - Rise of the Mage and the Guild of The Nine
Our first Mage has been trained! Skilled in the arts of arcane combat, he shall strike fear into the hearts of the Ljosalfar and the Fellowship.
Our development of Currency has allowed the founding of the Guild of The Nine in the city of Edge. We have begun hiring foreign Mercenaries for our war effort to ease our citizens' concerns for Grigori casualties.
Spoiler :
We have overthrown a local orcish warlord and have incorporated the barbarian city of Sludgehome into the Grigori nation.
Year 250
Arendel has asked us to "donate" 240 gold to her cause. A thinly veiled threat that we have chosen to ignore for now. We shall need to be wary of her, as she may at any moment decide to join Thessa in the war against us.
Spoiler :
Amelanchier has proposed that we trade secrets and gold. However he has little knowledge of value to us.
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