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    So how do these things work?

    I gave up on Civ 3 years ago when it just didn't grab me, but I'm hearing a lot of good things about PTW and Conquests, so I might be getting back into it.

    It strikes me that these "Democracy" games look like a lot of fun- particularly the machiavellian maneuvering and backstabbing. But I can't find a FAQ or anything explaining how exactly they work. (Also, a nice overview of thse particular game would be nice- is anyone writing histories?)

    I understand how a "Everyone is on the Same Team" game works- share the save, vote on actions, etc. But how do you all keep things a secret? How do different teams organize?
    "You know truth is the first casualty of war. Well, I guess sobriety is the second."

    -Hawkeye Pierce, MASH.
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    Every team has its own private forum. Teams are chosen before the game begins with certain themes. For example, in this game there is a team about war, a team about building, a team about roleplaying, etc. But the themes can get pretty weird. In another game there are teams themed about Monkeys, (Japanese) food and the Iraqi government.

    The games are played via PBEM, and usually take a pretty significant amount of time to play. Teams negotiate with each other through PM, chat and email and make alliances, backstabs, invasion plans, etc.

    That's the quick and dirty summary. If you have any more questions about how things work just post.

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    • #3
      Oh, there are private forums, I see, I see.

      This one seems pretty mature. Probably too late for me to get involved. Do y'all plan on starting another one after it?
      "You know truth is the first casualty of war. Well, I guess sobriety is the second."

      -Hawkeye Pierce, MASH.

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      • #4
        There is a game that is between different websites that is about 50 turns in, and that is the one closest to the beginning. Considering the fact that there's, oh, about 5 of them running at the same time right now (most with the same membership), there probably will not be any new ones started.

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        • #5
          I would recommend joining the C3C game, that trip mentioned. Also, if I were you, I would join one of these teams, you don't have to actually participate, just lurk and comment whenever. This one certainly has some interesting times left, as teams are late industrial, with four possible winners left. A new voice on matters is always appreciated and welcome.

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          • #6
            Which is the new one? I only see two forums for Democracy games here.

            I'm not interested in participating in much more than an advisorial and observational capacity. I'm an International Affairs student, and so this sort of thing is naturally very interesting. (I'm also *terrible* at Civ3, so...my advice would be limited. I could manage diplomacy like a master, though.)

            You all should realize you've been acting out several elements of IR theory, only, you know, in game form, with far more chicken-related humor. 'tis fascinating.
            "You know truth is the first casualty of war. Well, I guess sobriety is the second."

            -Hawkeye Pierce, MASH.

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            • #7
              Originally posted by asleepathewheel
              This one certainly has some interesting times left, as teams are late industrial, with four possible winners left.
              Ok - that includes Vox and Roleplay. But who are the other two???
              Cry havoc and let slip the dogs of war .... aw, forget that nonsense. Beer, please.

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              • #8
                Originally posted by Beta
                Ok - that includes Vox and Roleplay. But who are the other two???

                Actually, I was counting that as: Lego, GS, RP/Vox and GoW/ND. Isn't that how it goes?

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                • #9
                  Originally posted by Col. Emil Furst
                  Which is the new one? I only see two forums for Democracy games here.

                  I'm not interested in participating in much more than an advisorial and observational capacity. I'm an International Affairs student, and so this sort of thing is naturally very interesting. (I'm also *terrible* at Civ3, so...my advice would be limited. I could manage diplomacy like a master, though.)

                  You all should realize you've been acting out several elements of IR theory, only, you know, in game form, with far more chicken-related humor. 'tis fascinating.
                  If you want in on this one, where the diplomacy is very very complex (the ptwisdg is much less at this point) consider joining a team. Maybe even my team, Gathering storm. We are quite open to newcomers. (and we tend to be really really bad at diplomacy, so you could put your skills to work )

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                  • #10
                    Okay...how do I join?
                    "You know truth is the first casualty of war. Well, I guess sobriety is the second."

                    -Hawkeye Pierce, MASH.

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                    • #11
                      easy. pm one of the active members of the team you wish to join and speak to them. I would pm one of the turnplayers (the topped thread in here) as they are always active. I think any team would have you except possibly for ND, unless you speak german

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                      • #12
                        Originally posted by asleepathewheel



                        Actually, I was counting that as: Lego, GS, RP/Vox and GoW/ND. Isn't that how it goes?
                        I thought it was Lego/Vox, GS/RP, GoW, ND.
                        One who has a surplus of the unorthodox shall attain surpassing victories. - Sun Pin
                        You're wierd. - Krill

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                        • #13
                          Originally posted by UnOrthOdOx


                          I thought it was Lego/Vox, GS/RP, GoW, ND.
                          Incorrectly UnO..
                          It's G, o, W, Lego/GS/ND/Vox/RP!
                          Proud member of the PNY Brigade
                          Also a proud member of the The Glory Of War team on PtW-DG

                          A.D 300, after 5h of playing DonHomer said: "looks like civ2 could be a good way to kill time if i can get the hang of it :P"

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                          • #14
                            Shhh....

                            Not until I deside to unseat mr hippie MZ...
                            One who has a surplus of the unorthodox shall attain surpassing victories. - Sun Pin
                            You're wierd. - Krill

                            An UnOrthOdOx Hobby

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                            • #15
                              I see that you have pms turned off, Col.

                              If you are still interested in joining Gathering Storm, click on the link at the top of this page and mp notyoueither He will activate you for the private forum

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