A Classical Diplo?

Frank Johnson · December 25, 2003, 21:35

Hm, my starting position is pretty weak, just 1 special and no trade from it to boot. So I don't know why we're making all these special requests from other people with stronger positions, just trying to get a 4 whale start, when I'm stuck where I am, with no hidden specials to turn, and potentally sealed in from all sides on narrow land.

I'm not exactly a sucker for the painful start like some people, this is just where I ended up, so expect to hear about it all game, espically if you're one of the current whiners trying to pick up your 4th whale or box me in more. ^_^

atawa · December 25, 2003, 21:48

If you want we can switch civs.

deity · December 25, 2003, 23:51

Not sure why Berz is getting a crash with the scn. It all looks fine here.

So, I'm changing French start to Gauls at 41/9; but I don't think I can easily change the Spanish blue to Chinese blue. I'll have a look now.

Beaut graphics Zylkla! Me loves 'em

deity · December 25, 2003, 23:58

OK, fixed the Gaul start but can't change the the Spanish to Chinese blue without going back to the map and starting all over again! To tired for that

deity · December 26, 2003, 00:06

Hang on, atawa suggested I look in rules.txt and I think I've done it.

deity · December 26, 2003, 00:09

I think we should finalise units before we start the game, because it could effect strategy, even at this early stage. Do Legions get the pike flag? It would be nice to encourage their use in this classical world after all!

deity · December 26, 2003, 00:10

Damn, we forgot about Trev, who posted way back he was interested in this game. If it's too late he may also consider subbing for me sometimes.

Zylka · December 26, 2003, 00:56

We're not doing any units mods in the early stage. I'll be done with the graphics SOON :|

deity · December 26, 2003, 01:18

I just tried loading up with Zylka's posted graphic and it crashes the game so we better wait till he posts one that works

Zylka · December 26, 2003, 01:37

That problem is fixed.. the designs themselves aren't quite finished. Did you switch the spanish and city txt properly? Also check the new thread for modern unit changes

Ljube · December 26, 2003, 09:07

Originally posted by Zylka
We're not doing any units mods in the early stage.

Does this include no to pike flagging my power legions?

If so, please prove I am wrong and base your attacks in our game on regular legions.

Ljube · December 26, 2003, 09:33

No non-combat unit guiding!!!!!
But combat unit guiding is OK (including paradrops).

Science paradigm set at 20/10. This should insure the diversity of opening strategies unlike monotonous straight line to monarchy we all are pursuing.

No tech stealing with diplomats or increase the cost of diplomats to 80. This is to prevent easy way of getting techs without investing in costly research. Tech stealing allowed with spies and spy cost increased to 120.

All exploits listed in Rah rules prohibited.

The speed of all naval vessels increased by 2. Trireme unaffected. This is to reduce the significance of Magellan and Lighthouse.

SDI available with custom technology Anti Ballistic Missiles. Prerequisites the Laser and Fusion Power.

Ljube · December 26, 2003, 10:01

Oh, and I forgot one last most important rule:

GET DEITY WHILE YOU STILL CAN!!!!!!!!!

Zylka · December 26, 2003, 15:48

Originally posted by ljcvetko

Does this include no to pike flagging my power legions?

If so, please prove I am wrong and base your attacks in our game on regular legions.

You know, I'm definitely liking the idea of pike flagged legions the more I think about it. As long as we have some level of consent outside of just the two of us, it's go.

atawa · December 26, 2003, 18:18

Sounds good, maybe they will get build with the X2.
In regular games its usualy just the last tech you need for GP.

deity · December 26, 2003, 19:11

Originally posted by ljcvetko
Oh, and I forgot one last most important rule:

GET DEITY WHILE YOU STILL CAN!!!!!!!!!

LOL! With my start I'm far from dangerous in this game. atawa and Makeo have beaten me and are far more dangerous than me!

Besides it's diplo and we are all friendly here