630 A.D.
With the first war against the Hittites coming to a close, King Gudea has set his sight on Hammurabi's territory and the ivory located there. Sumerian military forces, along with several settler groups, have moved into position around Babylon's few cities.
Domestic Advisor- Excellency, I have some concerns about the forthcoming strike against Babylon.
King Gudea- I've already heard it from the trade advisor. We WILL have ivory in the trade network, as soon as possible.
Domestic Advisor- That's all well and good, but my concern is about the Pyramids. Instead of burning Babylon to the ground and demolishing this Great Wonder, maybe we could capture the city and utilize the fantastic powers of the Pyramids.
King Gudea- That sounds like a good idea. I have heard rumors, about the population of the Babylonians growing much faster than ours, and that it had something to do with the Pyramids. The military will be given orders to capture Babylon. Gilgamesh, I am sending you to oversee this and make sure this command is carried out.
Gilgamesh- It will be done, my King.
Foreign Advisor- Great One, a spy has infiltrated Babylonian security.
Military Advisor- The spy has informed me that Hammurabi's forces are very weak, here on the mainland. Most of his cities and military are on an island to the west.
King Gudea- The time has come to declare war!
Foreign Advisor- The embassy in Babylon has been evacuated and the diplomats have left a sealed letter of declaration, for Hammurabi.
King Gudea- I hope he is not a coward and retreats to his island sanctuary. We need to show what happens to those who demand from Sumeria.
640 A.D.
Military Advisor- Our forces are outside of Nina and will soon be advancing on Babylon itself.
660 A.D.
Gilgamesh-Legendary Hero of Sumeria
Military Advisor- After the destruction of Nina, two swordsman armies and various chariot & sword units have attacked Babylon. Part of the city walls were knocked down during the battle, but the Babylonians turned the attack away. Then Gilgamesh exploded into action, charged thru the broken wall and single-handedly took out the last remaining bowman unit. He is a hero, my King!
King Gudea- Gilgamesh, a valiant hero! Bring him home and we will have a celebration.
Days later, after resistance in Babylon had been put down, Gilgamesh returned to Ur. A vast week-long feast and celebration were held in his honor. The tale of the epic hero spread throughout the Sumerian empire.
Domestic Advisor- Sire, the level of production and commerce in our cities has increased dramatically, due to word being spread about Gilgamesh and his victory. All Sumerian laborers are happily working non-stop thru the day, without a break.
King Gudea- I wish my father were here to see his people in this new age of their history.
670 A.D.
King Gudea- That sounds good. When will I see these armored knights in action?
Science Advisor- We have been working closely with the military advisor and he has all the information he needs to start upgrading.
Military Advisor- It will be very soon, my King. The armorer's are working night and day on the upgrades and the chariots are being used as fuel for the forges.
690 A.D.
Sumerian knights to follow the code of Sun Tzu
Domestic Advisor- The people have just dedicated a large monument to Sun Tzu, and now that his teachings have been studied & analyzed, the original ancient scrolls have been sealed inside it.
Military Advisor- Great One, we have upgraded a vast number of chariots to knights, but the treasury is just about drained.
King Gudea- With all the people working diligently, as they are now, the gold will be replenished very quickly.
Trade Advisor- The Sumerian populace is now being supplied with an unprecedented five luxuries. They are happier than ever before.
King Gudea- I have heard much about this Babylonian Ivory. Have some brought to me, as soon as it arrives.
700 A.D.
Foreign Advisor- Supreme One, diplomats have arrived from Carthage and Hannibal is demanding we share our ivory with him, or else.
King Gudea- Well, he knows where he can stick that demand. If he decides to get hostile with us, then we'll just have to bribe Caesar to use his horde of legionaries to help us.
Foreign Advisor- We have received word that Hannibal has declared war on us. I was getting ready to contact Caesar for an alliance, when this happened.
King Gudea-
