190 B.C.
Military Advisor- The heroics of Lugalzaggesi have inspired another great military leader to step forward. Etana boldly led a second charge across the river, and the Ottomans camped there were soundly beaten again. Our swordsman units now own bragging rights over our chariot units, as both leaders have emerged from the swordsman ranks.
130 B.C.
Decisive Battle
The Battle of Iznik Lake
With two defeats outside of Erech Forest, the Ottomans have abandoned that approach. They have banded together into a large formation and are headed north towards the town of Sumer. Etana's sword army, along with many other units, move towards the Ottoman forces and the two sides clash near Iznik lake. The Ottoman formation is cut to pieces, as Sumerian swordsmen rush straight in and chariots hit the flanks.
Military Advisor- Supreme One, a decisive battle has been fought, north of Iznik, near their lake. A large column of Ottoman units, that was heading towards Sumer, has been completely annihilated. During the battle, we lost four military units and Osman lost thirteen.
King Gudea- Woohoo! Take that, Osman!
110 B.C.
King Gudea- If you want some of my wine, you're gonna have to pay a huge pile of gold for it.
Gudea grew mildly distressed, since all offensive forces were to the south, fighting the Ottomans. After thinking for a few moments, he gave new orders to the military and foreign advisors.
King Gudea- I want Iznik razed as soon as possible, and peace made with the Ottomans. Then move our two swordsman armies, and as many other units as we can afford to, over to fight the Babylonians. We will capitalize on this situation, by razing the Babylonian cities of Sippar & Izibia, then founding our cities there. We must see if anyone will join with us versus Babylon.
The foreign advisor quickly contacted the embassies in all nations bordering Babylon, seeking a military ally.
Foreign Advisor- Bringing the Hittites over to our side is a major triumph. As far as we know, Mursilis has not engaged in any wars, so his military should be able to give Hammurabi a lot of trouble. The Hittites have 31 cities, which leads the world, to our 19. Before long we should turn our attention towards Mursilis, before his empire gets too big.
90 B.C.
Foreign Advisor- The Arabian demand was refused and Abu Bakr has withdrawn his 'request'.
Military Advisor- Sir, Iznik has been destroyed and a settler is moving in to found a new town.
King Gudea- Excellent Job! Once peace is made, begin to move our forces east, to focus on Hammurabi.
Foreign Advisor- Osman has agreed to a Peace Treaty and has paid a small tribute into your treasury.
King Gudea- Osman better not relax, cause we will be back!
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