Turn 98, 610BC

[notyoueither]

Espionage screen. The civ with an embassy has an icon on their bar.

[Aeson]

I say we hang the ambassador if so.

(I loved the 'off with his head' option in Castles II diplomacy... Civ needs such a thing)

[DeepO]

Even with an embassy, only lego could provide info on Tempest next turn, as Vox first has to forward maps to whoever did it before they can investigate. And Vox only comes before Lego in turn order

DeepO

[DeepO]

Oh, with the invasion of GoW, we should send a message that even if we are at war, they are still bound to the NDA if they want to play honorably. And we should seriously start to consider researching Chivalry ourselves, and soon, as an invasion from Bob seems even more likely. No stalling and leader farming, we need to secure our continent ASAP.

DeepO

[DeepO]

As to how we play this turn: I would favor doing the rushing now (enough people are present), and after that only move the galleys up to see if we can spot Vox's galley (if they really landed reinforcements, it should be in sight). After that, a delay to allow all of our members to comment would be best. We should arrange for a hour later today (or tomorrow for the Americans) to play everything out, we have 24 hours, and nobody will be surprised if we use them.

DeepO

[notyoueither]

I concur, DeepO. Except, we just woke Theseus up.

[nbarclay]

I guess since we just woke Theseus up, it's his choice?

[notyoueither]

Who has Arrian's number?

[nbarclay]

Theseus, do you concur on rushing the two cats, one in Sandstorm and one in Whirlwind, or do you want to do something different?

[Theseus]

Nathan, I just got through speed-reading the thread... lemme look at the screenshot for a bit and then I'll post my thoughts.

[DeepO]

Originally posted by notyoueither
I concur, DeepO. Except, we just woke Theseus up.

Well, yes, but even with Theseus present, more members would like to at least get the chance to comment before this turn ends. It looks like this is going to be one of the most critical turns, so no need to rush it. Plus, let's allow Theseus some sleep

DeepO

[Theseus]

Thanks, DeepO.

Can anyone list what we have at SS6 and Hurricane8?

[DeepO]

BTW, Would this turn qualify as our fastest thread yet? 126 posts in something like an hour, not bad at all

DeepO

[notyoueither]

Originally posted by Theseus
Thanks, DeepO.

Can anyone list what we have at SS6 and Hurricane8?

Looks like...

SS6 WC and Vet Sword.

H8 should be 2 swords and a pike plus workers.

[Aeson]

This thread is certainly not doing anything for my word to postcount ratio.

I'm not going to be able to sleep till we play this turn...ack. But giving everyone the chance to sound off on what they want is a good idea. I don't think this turn turned out as critical for us as it could, but it's still right up there with the wonder discussion as one of the most important events in the game so far.