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Formerly known as "CyberShy"
Carpe Diem tamen Memento Mori
The Head of the military read the letter he had recieved from the Nativesd to the East.
He laughed and screwed the lettter up.
They want us to send them troops. They have treated us as enemies for thousands of years and now want us to send the mtroops .
Write back to them
"YOU MUST BE DREAMING"
Thanks!Originally Posted by Rome (DoC)
I have seen that in any great undertaking it is not enough for a man to depend simply upon himself.
Lone Man (Isna-la-wica)(Teton Sioux)
Explosions filled the sky with different colors, has the citizens of Pendragon celebrated "We love the Chief Rep day."
While the crowds celebrated out side the council met for an urgent meeting. "My lords," said a soldier. "We have position of the item delta team was ordered to get. Over all the NXD-103x White Horse is everything we expected and more not only that much we have also found designs hidden in the White horse depicting other items of interest."
The councilors all looked at eachother then Chief Rep Peacecraft spoke. "Where is it now?" The soldier replied, "It is in one of our island fortresses. Our people are currently working to identify the power source of the White Horse. They believe they are close to the answer." The councilors looked at eachother again. "Soldier," said Chief Rep Peacecraft, "You have a mission of the up most secrecy and importance. Go to the White Horse and bring it to New York. You must not be seen by anyone is that understood?" The Soldier nodded then quickly left while the councilors continued to talk for a little longer before adjourning to enjoy the festivities.
The civ formerly known as The Holy Empire of Britannia/dutch
this is a story about the Resistance Army of New Persia
Darius conquers almost all of New Persia
After a couple of short battles, Darius became in charge of almost all of the New Persian colony. Only New Persia City remained in the hands of the Steward, who was hiding there with a few loyal armies.
Many soldiers of the Steward had joined Darius after losing faith in Oroetes. Like most people in Media and Persia, the army had more faith in a modern future lead by Darius then by the old Hastogianistic line of Oroetes.
Often Darius had been facing large armies, fearing utter defeat, but then suddenly saw the Median soldiers lower their weapons and started to cheer for Darius.
Some cities on the Median homeland already removed the banner of the Steward and exchanged them for the New Persian eagle with the face of Darius on it.
It was not a matter anymore *if* Darius would be the new ruler of all of Media and Persia. The only question that remained was *when* this would happen.
Darius had already ordered his (new) soldiers to not kill Oroetes, but to bring him to justice and give him a fair trial, lead by Darius himself as the chief judge.
Apart from New Persia City, the only other cities that still supported the Steward (and in theory the Guru-leadership) were Media (city), Persepolis, Hastogsburg, Tarus, Sardis and a couple of minor cities in the southern provinces of Media.
Median soldiers desert Oroetes
Large armies of the Steward wave the white banner when confronted by Darius
Median cities support Darius, carrying his image and the image of former King Achmal
Last edited by Persia (DoC); March 2, 2010 at 15:43.
Force is always beside the point when subtlety will serve
Darius order to kill Oroetes
ooc that what this game missing civil wars... maykbe in civ V
Basil looked at the information received from the Korean ambassador.
"What's this?" he asked his aides? Why is the history of recent years so badly known here in Byzantium. This damned regency. Send a letter to the Korean ambassador:
"Ambassador of Wise Korea. We thank you for your information about recent the Indian/English war of which we have woefully few records. Can you provide more information to help fill in the gaps in knowledge here. When did this happen? What happened?"
Βασιλεύς Βασιλέων Βασιλεύων Βασιλευόντων
Basil II,Chief Minister Pontiac, I hail your rise to power in America, and stand in awe at your military reforms and developments. America, from a Byzantine perspective long the distance, silent, giant, has definitely woken and the world will never be the same again.
In some of the early news emerging from your reforms, however, we saw an amazing error which, forgive me, caused some shaking of heads here in Byzantium. It was reported here - perhaps mistakenly - that the Americans believed that "the Indians intimidated the entire world and won battles without even firing a shot!". Can I be as bold as to remind you that the Indians have actually fought one war in history in which they were utterly annihilated despite their long planning, extensive espionage and their overwelming technoglogy. Thus I believe that the Indians actually have the worst military record in history. They have great sucess in religion and technology but I hope for your sake your pentagon examines more successful militaries.
Byzantium wishes you well - as the world continues to shrink maybe soon we will be neighbours, and we hope friends.
Basil II
It seems the Byzantiums have somehow forgotten the recent Anglo-Indian conflict. India, lacking the valuable resource of coal sought to capture an English colony in the southern lands which had it. Rather than defend their people and their natural wealth, the English rolled onto their backs without firing a shot and turned over the city.
If England, by no means a small nation itself, grovels before the majesty of India, then it is indeed a mighty power they wield. For centuries, baying dogs such as Korea whine about anti-India alliances that never materialize. Their preoccupation with India demonstrate they measure their worth against India and are in awe of her. Their failure to act demonstrates their fear and obedience.
I stand by the statements from my auto-biography. "My Struggle" is a best seller here, I hadn't realized it has spread beyond our borders. I am pleased this book has made it to Byzantium. We hope your people - and your leaders - learn from this book. I do hope we can become friends.
-Chief Pontiac
I have seen that in any great undertaking it is not enough for a man to depend simply upon himself.
Lone Man (Isna-la-wica)(Teton Sioux)
After the transition of power from the blood line of Mehmed to the appointed Caliph Mustafa III, there were many who remained loyal to the blood line and were unhappy with Caliph Mustafa III.
If they had it their way, Anna Hatun, daughter of Bayezid, grand-daughter of Mehmed II himself, would lead this nation to glory. The blood line believed in a strong military, while the merchants and Caliph Mustafa III believed in gold.
Caliph Mustafa III enjoyed absolute control of the nation after the exile of Selim, who had been defeated by the Russians in a drawn out war which saw every single ally of the Ottomans stand by and do nothing. Mustafa III made immediate peace with the Russians and distanced himself from the Persians and Britannia while strengthening ties with the Romans and thawing relations with the Taoist nations, India and the Natives.
It came to a point that the blood line supporters though, grew too powerful. Under the leadership of Anna Hatun, cities revolted, demanding that she lead the nation, rather than the weak Caliph Mustafa III...
Nations of the world!
On this day in history be advised that Caliph Mustafa III has appointed a new member to power, Anna Hatun, grand-daughter to Mehmed II.
Anna Hatun will control all military and foreign affairs while Caliph Mustafa III will retain the title of ruler and will oversee all domestic affairs.
Anna Hatun:
Leaders of the world,
I am the direct descendant of Mehmed II and I seek glory for my grandfather's honour, and for all that constitute this Ottoman Empire.
I have watched as allies stood by and did not help us while the savage Russians razed the great city of Mehmed.
I now watch as these wretched Russians prepare for another war with us. I have had reports from 3 separate nations to this effect.
To the Persians and Britannia, I say this, you have allied yourselves with the Russians now, and for this we are mightily offended. Our nation has done nothing to harm you both but yet you ally yourself with the conniving Russia who have either directly harmed you or plotted against you.
Know this, when this war begins, I will fight it with the tenacity of my uncle Selim, for this is what the Ottoman people want. We care not for gold or even our own lives, but only for glory.
To the Arabs who are now the new Russian toys, be warned that we have rejected your request for your colony and yet we see you making preparations to settle all the while. No doubt egged on by the Russians, be aware that we are well within our means to destroy you while we fight the Russians and that I will not be as merciful as Caliph Mustafa II was with your last attempt.
Finally, to my enemy Igor, you who make quick friends will also make quick enemies. You have some tricks up your sleeve and so do I. I know some of your plans, do you know any of mine?
Caliph Mustafa III,
You are mistaken.
We are not allied with the Russians.
We only signed a non-aggression pact with them for the time of 50 turns.
We did so to contain Russian aggression against Media and Persia.
We consider ourselves more allied towards your Empire.
We also forgive your remark that we did nothing when your Empire was under siege. We gave three technologies to you and upgraded your catapults while paying half the costs ourselves.
Please reconsider you attitude towards your long time friend and neighbour.
Steward Oroetes
Force is always beside the point when subtlety will serve
Darius order to kill Oroetes
Being avid readers of anything , the Koreans did read "My Struggle" and agreed totaly with it. All nations are not in awe of India , they are in awe of Indias huge alliance of India/Mali/Natives
If the Natives joined the ANTI-INDIA alliance then this would change the world fear level a lot. But till this occurs it is unlikely anything willl ever change.
(( Could you please talk about this Anti-India alliance in pm? It makes me feel uneasy.. I like to think that everyone likes me.
Btw India is not allied with the Natives, never really was. We respect them as a Taoist nation. ))
Great Chiet Pontiac,
Thank you for your explanation. Yes indeed Byzantium's time under the regency has left key gaps in our knowledge. I am shocked and amazed to hear of this India-English war. When the Indians threated nations such as my noble neighbours the Egyptians and Inca, all understand that they need to compromise for they are small in comparison. But I had always thought that other larger nations (though still smaller than the Indians ) would follow Byzantium's example of standing up to such bullying, and as did proving that wicked aggressors can be anihilated. But it seems I was mistaken.
I am not surprised that your work is a best-seller. We continue to be eager to learn from you and to build a relationship with you for the good of all.
Basil II
Βασιλεύς Βασιλέων Βασιλεύων Βασιλευόντων
Leadership of Korea,
Can you elaborate on this Anti-India alliance?
Why am I, leader of Persia, not invited into this alliance?
Why is there an alliance? As neighbour of India I can only confirm that the Indians are good neighbours, even to those who do not share their ideology.
Why is there not an anti-Oroetes Alliance?
Where was an alliance when the Medians invaded New Persia and enslaved all of us?
Only the Indians were there to stand up against the illegal Steward.
You speak about this so called alliance already for ages.
Are you just talking big out of nowhere?
I call upon all nations on earth to end war!
We, the Persians, will lead you away from war!
Too long have we all lived under the shadow of Hastog!
But now there's hope on the horizon! A new day for man!
Let's leave our twists behind us and step forward on the new roads into the future!
Let's unite as the human race, help each other and teach each other.
We are humanity!
King Darius of Persia
Force is always beside the point when subtlety will serve
Darius order to kill Oroetes
Public Announcement Regarding Ottoman Threats
It seems the Ottoman have learned a lesson from Russia and now seek glory in our image.
Is this blustering a formal declaration of war? Since threats of war have been made clear, Russia invokes its defensive alliance with Orb, requesting that any and all troops available to aid Russia in fighting a defensive war be sent to Russian lands.
Russia furthermore offers an olive branch to Arabia to join in the defence against Ottoman aggression that is currently blindly lashing out in all directions. Our common interests are clear, our common enemy prepares to move against us both. To fight together will be our pride.
Furthermore, Russia requests that Persia cancels all open border agreements with Ottoman if war is declared, so as to not violate the non-aggression treaty, which must be said to include a guarantee of refusal to support any war against Russia by allowing Ottoman troops to move through Persian territory. If Persia is serious about its new line of hating war, perhaps aid to avoid a war could be requested.
Russia also offers a military alliance to the Natives who have taken after Russian philosophy and we would be proud to fight shoulder to shoulder with a nation that has chosen so wisely in its political forms.
Russia also requests any aid from our longstanding friends in Byzantium that can be spared, a small backwards nation (11th in size) is being attacked by a larger aggressor which is openly supported by Persia with great value in military technology. Russia has no such friends, but we will still fight without fear. Byzantium has long been sympathetic to our cause and we therefore request that we now stand as equals in battle against an enemy that wishes to destroy us.
Finally, Russia wishes to request the opportunity to purchase or borrow Machine Guns from England to ensure that war can be avoided.
In no way have we sought a new war with Ottoman who make lies that Russia has further claims upon Ottoman. We do not, we have stated this repeatedly. We are despite our minute size, content with the territory we currently control.
The Ottoman may move against us, but Russia does not cower in fear. We fight with the tenacity of the Russian spirit. Unyielding, incomparable, glorious.
The Russian Foreign Ministry
Last edited by Russia (DoC); March 1, 2010 at 17:57.
Bare derutsya — u kholopov chuby treschat.
The Russian Dynasty:
Samo the Headbanded
Catherine the Progenitor
Dominika Ekatarinova
(Konya the Lost)
Igor Exilaskaya
Our posts are done incharacter and are deliberate
and by the way , no one likes you they all fear you..
Dear Darius
As you are aware you have always ignored the allaince's calls for unity in forming plans agasisnt the Indians. You have decided to go your own way on this matter and wouldnt work with the others.
As to who is a member or not it is upto them to anounce it, but the alliance was formed not from wanting war but to prevent Indian domination of our nations. Whether by war or by diplomatic means.
We are the only nation that has continued to be truthful in all we do. We do not spin the facts into other things. We dfo not make secret deals bewhind closed doors and not discuss them openly.
We have treid Diplomcay with the Indians/Mali and Natives and got nowhere.
WE will now continue to icnreas our border securites for the real threat is out there.
Lor OF korea.
this is a story about Persia
Darius liberates (new) Persia!
Oroetes escaped to Media
Without much resistance Darius I of Persia liberated all Persian cities on New Russia. Oroetes was able to escape the armies of the King of Peace and sailed to Media. He is most probably not prepared to meet the many anti-Hastogianists and anti-Steward protesters in the harbours of Sardis.
All armies of Oroetes sided with Darius when he appeared! Only a few loyal Hastogianistic sailors were willing to keep the steward safe.
They were barely able to escape from New Russia. A very damaged ship headed towards the east. some were in doubt that the ship would even reach the 'safe' shores of Media.
Oroetes escapes from New Persia in a heavily damaged ship. Last sign ever from Oroetes, the 'illegal steward'?
Darius I, King of Persia, and his wifeDarius crowned King of Persia
After liberating Persia from the Median Illegal Steward, Darius is immediately crowned as King of Persia. There's no time for festivities or celebration though. The (re) newly crowned King had to board a large army to sail to the shores of Media to end the evil of Hastogianism and the Steward Rule for once and for always.
Never before was there a better moment to eliminate Hastogianism. There were no Guru's anymore in Media, the Hairy and the Heavy Shrines were falling into ruins. The memories of Beli'Az and Far'Az and Fad'Az and all the other guru's were fading.
The people were ready for a new future! A modern future! With a united Media and Persia, lead by the King of Peace! Darius and his army sailed to the east to liberate the Medians and reunite the Empire
Last edited by Persia (DoC); March 2, 2010 at 15:43.
Force is always beside the point when subtlety will serve
Darius order to kill Oroetes
this is a story about Media
Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs,
We are currently unable to discuss your demands with the Steward of Media and Persia. We are not allowed to make decisions without his permission.
You are mistaken about our position regarding war. War is an acceptable method to achieve ones objects, especially if some nation is blocking the path to success! (Wisdom of Hastog 1:8)
The Ottomans are justified in waging war against you if you are an obstacle to them, like Prince Igor was justified in waging war against the Ottomans. But the final verdict will be made by Steward Oroetes when he returns home. Perhaps there's something to gain for Persia on either side. Please make your offer in a personal letter to the Steward.
Secretary of Steward Oroetes
Force is always beside the point when subtlety will serve
Darius order to kill Oroetes
this is a story about Persia
Prince Igor,
We share your position as being the victim of a cruel regime. Like you are abused by the Ottoman desire for expansionism, we were slaved by the Median Steward. We have liberated ourselves and we advise you to liberate yourself likewise! Destroy the tyrant and end war forever!
As soon as I have succeeded in the final destruction of Hastogianism I will fullfill your request to close our borders with the Ottomans. As we speak I am unfortunately not yet able to do as you ask me to do. I am on my way to the Median coasts and expect to bring the Illegal Steward to justice by the time this postal dove arrives at your palace!
Please don't give asylum to Oroetes the Fool but arrest him as soon as he tries to cross the Russian borders.
Bound by Brothership,
King Darius I
Force is always beside the point when subtlety will serve
Darius order to kill Oroetes
Prince Igor,
As agreed in our pact troops will be assembled and sent to protect your borders but ONLY after war has been offically declared by the Ottomen.
Chief Rep Peacecraft.
The civ formerly known as The Holy Empire of Britannia/dutch
Igor,
You are enlisting the help of 6 nations and yet still claim you are small and defenseless.
You claim that the Persians are supporting us yet they are ready to close their borders to us, and tell me, how exactly were they more helpful to us than you in our war when they sold the both of us cannons?
Your Empire is the most disgraceful in all of history for you are the ones who stabbed your allies in the back (Persia) and you are the only nation to ever have razed a city (mine).
The rest of the world may turn a blind side and even offer help to you but what does that say about those nations?
Do you think we Ottomans have forgotten your sneak attack on us? Do you think we will wait and let you do it again when we have PROOF of your preparations?
Again, all leaders of other nations are either fools or unable to recall history if they do not know what your past shows and what mine does.
Anna Hatun
(ooc@ Persia. Yes you helped us in our war but also the Russians. I'm more referring to the fact that they attacked me, took 3 of my cities, razed another, all for no reason, and apparently had no repercussion. I thought diplo was more than a shoot em up FFA but I guess not... I'm not saying you were the only one I thought would react but one of yes)
Rip reports that Old Damascus has been sabotaged and major unrest ensues. Extra troops have been brought in to quell the unrest.
He looks at the world as the smallest civilization on the planet and muses about what allegiances exist in the world after his latest discoveries. He sees several nations with Destroyers, although at least two do not have Combustion.
He sees a Manander line as it is written.
Arabia - Rome - Byzantine - Egypt - Greece - England (d) - Korea (d) - Natives - Mali - India (d) - Persia - Russia - Orb (d) - Ottoman (d)
Inca
He was way ahead of his time in mind mapping and most thought it nonsense.
Last edited by Greece (DoC); March 2, 2010 at 01:22.
yes the wise one from greece sees all.
Someone beign paid lots of gold to upgrade someone elses ships.....
Reply to Ottoman Threats
If the Ottoman empire were not sincere while signing peace with Russia, then Russia should have continued our campaign. We had territorial claims and ambitions and acted upon them. This was recognized by many nations.
As for your threats, it is simply good sense for the weak to seek alliances with others who are weak. The Native Americans tell of the single Arrow that can easily be broken, but the bundle is strong. Russia has been seeking to create such a bundle of nations, a Fasces if you were to use Roman terminology. For while we are strong alone, in union with others wil we be unbreakable.
[ooc @ Ottoman
I have made perfectly clear that Russia is a nation that feels wronged by its neighbours and that those "friends" were only friends of convenience. If you are looking for loyal friends I advise you to buy a dog. The actions of Persia and Ottoman in the early game limited Russia to 5 cities while you both grew to 15+. I have had no choice but to fight my neighbours, because my neighbours have been choking me since the start of the game. I've started 3 wars in this game, not a single time against a smaller or weaker opponent. That's not exactly FFA slaughter.]
Bare derutsya — u kholopov chuby treschat.
The Russian Dynasty:
Samo the Headbanded
Catherine the Progenitor
Dominika Ekatarinova
(Konya the Lost)
Igor Exilaskaya
this is a story about Persia
Media almost liberated from Hastogianism by Darius
Oroetes hides in the Shrine of Hastogsburg
As soon as Darius landed on the shores of Media the citizen celebrated his arrival. City after city swore submission to Darius. The Median soldiers deserted their Hastogianistic roots and vowed to server Darius.
All cities were now under Persian control, except for Pasagarde (Heavy Hastogianistic Holy City) and Hastogsburg (Hairy Hastogianistic Holy City). Steward Oroetes was hiding in the shrine of Hairy Hastogianism, defended by only a few loyalists. The people of Hastogsburg and Pasagarde weren't as keen as the other Medians to join the Persians.
Darius once again ordered to get Oroetes alive to bring him to justice. While the armies moved to the south-east for the final battle, Darius started to prepare the final trial and placed himself on the chair of the chief judge
The people of Media welcome Darius with applause and cheers!
Last edited by Persia (DoC); March 2, 2010 at 15:42.
Force is always beside the point when subtlety will serve
Darius order to kill Oroetes
English shipyards producing english destroyers.
The Broadway in Delphi
The finest Taoist musicals about God and his loving people's fight against evil.
Sha'Tao Citadel, Delphi
High Priest Kordush: Our governor in New India has overreacted the situation again. The Persian army was in fact led by Darius and He managed to get rid of those Hastogianists from the Islands.
High Priest Zulkash: Old Gods are dying, that's what happens when people turn away from them.. anyway: was it really an overreaction or the swift action prevented the war? Were we ready? Are we ready to defend ourselves or we have slept too long?
Empress Shakti: We are progressing as we planed, the advancements, the weapons, the construction of the Shivanti Towers.. but true: the world doesn't really look like as we have expected a century ago.. but what do you suggest? What would the God want us to do?
High Priest Zulkash: It is time to enter into the last phase of our plans
We can't wait any longer..
Empress Shakti: Impossible.. we are nowhere near for that.. the people are not ready
High Priest Zulkash: The people.. shall we wait untill the same happens here as in Media? No.. actually it will strenghten their faith. It will be a good example to the world too. We shall do what must be done' We must belive in our power and in the wisdom of God that this time we can not fail.
Empress Shakti:
...very well...
Ashoka, instruct your templars to take controll over all cities and introduce the new order
with fire and blood we shall prevail
Last edited by India (DoC); March 2, 2010 at 13:09.
In the private office of Caliph Mustafa III
Secretary to the Ruler:
You realize that we have now crossed the point of no return sir. If Anna is successful there is no way that the people will let you oppose her absolute rule.
Caliph Mustafa III:
I have no choice, allowing her to handle the military and foreign affairs was all that stopped me from losing control to begin with, at least now we can shape domestic and trade policy. Look at the revenue we can generate in a single year! Anna knows that the tipping point in her new venture may well be what we we were able to purchase from the *******.
Secretary to the Ruler:
So this is where our heads lie, we must pray for success and her mercy, or, defeat.
Caliph Mustafa III:
Maybe she is right though, I had faith in our neighbors and what good did it do us? Even the puny Arabs thumb their noses at us. It is a pity that they did not heed my initial warnings, Anna will not be merciful with them...
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