La Grande Nation

[Kaos XIII]

I think you may have goofed with your ironclad casualty list.

Good eye there. But that was obviosly done on purpose Doesn't appear our navy's kill ratio is so good I guess I'll edit it, to avoid confusion

[dexters]

Jeanne has gotten to you Kaos. You lying ...

[Kaos XIII]

Me lie. Me and Jeanne are both On, to the continuation:

1060
Our economy continues to grow, at an unprecedented pace and Wall Street is up and running, in Rusicade. During the opening ceremony, however, a group of anti-war protestors, took over the stage and demanded Jeanne, “stop this unjust war”. For the first time in the conflict, opponents to the war are demonstrating in the hundreds. They are not strong or united, but Jeanne knows, things can get out of hand quickly.

Back in the cold, icy Forests of Umma, snow begins to fall, at an increasing pace. Our re-supply caravan, gets to the men in time, but unfortunately there aren’t enough socks and shoes to go around. Some of the soldiers begin to wail in pain, from the extreme conditions. It’s an all out blizzard, when our Artilleries companies begin, once again the barrage on Umma. Again, our we just fire into the city, indiscriminately, since our shells are not that accurate. The University of Umma is completely destroyed, as its walls were not built to withstand, the power of Artillery shells. Also, and regrettably 16,000 more civilians, become casualties of war.


“When the men are united, the brave cannot advance alone, the cowardly cannot retreat alone. These are the principles for employing a large number of troops.” (tzu)


With the barrage pounding the town, we send in the Cavs and Infantry to take the town. Inside, defending are some had-nosed Riflemen. But they are fighting with antiquated weaponry, our principal infantry weapon is the bolt-action magazine rifle, which was capable of firing 6 to 10 aimed shots per minute. We storm the town from all directions, the troops are desperate to get out of the freezing forest. Much of the town, has already been reduced to rubble from our Artillery, and the defenders use the rubble to dig in. Their line however, breaks very easily and they quickly scamper without any organized resistance. It appears, that the defenders were also suffering, in these harsh conditions. We take control of Umma, the near Oil fields and capture 2 Workers. Our troops are now able to sleep with a roof over their heads, as the local population, is forced to share their homes.

Hearing that the whole Antarctic Island, is falling into our control, Jeanne decides to take a trip to Bayonne and meet some of the soldiers, which are accomplishing, this most difficult task. Also with the war nearing and end, Jeanne decides to fire Gen. Corot. Corot was one of the co-conspirators in the coup and Jeanne doesn’t want him around while she leaves Gaule. With the Presidential Guards, Noire Pluie agents and many escort vessels, the Armada leaves Lyon Harbor. Hundreds of thousands are gathered there, to say good bye, to their beloved Jeanne.

To the west of Umma, in the Ant. Island, Group 1 makes a landing in the outer edges of Hindana, our last objective. Napoleon is with this Group and proudly tells the men, “Il fait beau, I was expecting it to be a whole lot colder.” Napoleon, is just trying to toughen the troops up. The conditions here, are as bad as they were outside of Umma, cold, icy, rainy, snowy, everything to make our soldiers miserable is occurring. As soon as the sun goes down, we shall unleash hell, upon the fortified Babylonians.

Group 1 has taken Adab, now move toward Hindana. Group 2 secures Umma and nearby Oil fields.


IBT: We spot an Ironclad, escorting a Galleon fleet and ambush them. We pound the Ironclad, with our big guns and send them, into their watery tomb. In contrast, another Ironclad and the Galleon, are able to outrun us and successfully, land an Infantry brigade outside Adab. This is the first time, we have seen enemy Infantry soldiers, we always knew they had the capabilities, to pump these guys out. The reason they hadn’t, is probably because they were in the battle of their lives, trying to hold back the Koreans, Zulus and Romans, from invading their mainland. But now, we were facing an Infantry brigade, outside of Adab. Our Infantry inside, is well dug in. Any attack from the enemy Infantry will surely be suicide. It is not easy, to run across a field of metal fire. In breaking news, the Carthaginians and Babylonians have signed a peace treaty.

Babylonian War - Operation Babylonian Bloodbath
Casualties:

France:
1 Cavalries
4 Ironclads
2 Knights (Army)
Civilians: 70,000
1 Workers

Babylonia:
6 Riflemen
1 Pikemen
1 Swordsmen
8 Spearmen
2 Longbowmen
2 Bowmen
5 Ironclads
2 Galleys
Civilians: 170,000
7 Workers

[Kaos XIII]

“Therefore, one who does not know the intentions of the rulers of the neighboring states cannot secure alliances. One who does not know the mountains and forests, gorges and defiles, swamps and wetlands cannot advance the army.” (tzu)


1070
Outside Adab, our navy goes on the offensive. We attack the Ironclad and Galleon, with our full might. The battle is long and there is damage on both sides. The Galleon is quickly sunk, when one of our Ironclads ram it and it disintegrates, into thousands of pieces. The enemy Ironclad puts up a good fight, but it isn’t enough, as they are promptly sunk. A third Ironclad in the area, also bombards, the enemy Infantry outside Adab and successfully, reduces their numbers. Inside Adab, the Infantry are told by Napoleon, to “hold and defend, not a step back”.

In Hindana, the enemy Riflemen look starved and in very poor health. They get even worse, when our Artillery. begins pummeling them. The mud on the ground, slows us a bit, but we continue the advance into the town. One Cav brigade gets stalled and is ambushed, by a group of Riflemen. Their Riflemen brigades inside however, are hopeless, as we see many of them abandon their positions and leave the town undefended. Those who didn’t retreat, are easily killed. Another company of Workers is caught and Napoleon raises his fist in triumph, as the entire Antarctic Island, is now under our control.

Jeanne now staying at the Bayonne Governor’s Mansion, hears the good news and is thrilled. The objectives have all been met and now the war will be over soon. She request for General Napoleon, to met her in the Governor‘s Mansion. There in an overcast cold day in Bayonne, the General meets the President.


“Congratulations General, I want you to know that all of France, is proud of you”, says Jeanne.

“Why thank you, but of course, I already know that the people are proud of me. I really don’t need you, to tell me how great I am either, as I have proven it so many times before”, replies Napoleon.

“Anyways, you should now return to Paris. A large hero welcome, awaits you in the Victory Parade. The people, are quite joyous and are ready to celebrate with you.”

“I don’t know what you are talking about, this war isn’t over yet. Our allies, are still fighting it out in the Occidental Continent. And now it is time, we march straight into Babylon herself and bring Hammurabi to his knees”, responds Napoleon.

“Are you crazy? We have achieved all of our objectives and the people so far, have supported this war. Sending our troops into Greater Babylonia, will be a lot tougher, than battling them in their lightly defended oversea territories. Don‘t you understand, our people grow weary of war”, Jeanne says now angrily.

“I’m not crazy, we have a signed alliance, with the Kaesong Pact nations. We cannot, betray our friends.”

“Actually, France has signed no such alliance, only you did. The nation then, was under the control of an inexperienced military junta. We are now a democratically elected government now and we cannot be tied down, by old alliances, from past governments. All decisions on foreign affairs, belong to the President and the Assemblée. Both bodies of government completely agree, that the war stops NOW.”

“I’m sorry Jeanne, but as the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces I make the decisions. And I say, the war goes on, into the halls of the Palace in Babylon”, says Napoleon.

“HA, I’m afraid, I have some bad news to tell you.”

“What, spill it?”

“While you were away in your adventure, the Constitution was legally and rightfully changed in the Assemblée. The Supreme Commander position was abolished. I am once again the Commander in Chief and I say what when war starts, and stops.”

“Merde, well then, I guess there is no more use, in talking. Well played Jeanne, you backstabbed me while I defended the nation”, a saddened Napoleon says.

“I did not backstab you. May I remind you, who changed the constitution against the will of the people. The ultimate power should remain with the elected representatives of the citizens. It is not personal, I have and always will respect you. You, Napoleon, are a legend. You will be remembered as the greatest war General of all time.”

“So, the war will be stopped. Our Allies will be rather peeved, I hope you know, what you are doing. Breaking the alliance, will damage France for years, even an inexperienced leader knows that. There are going to be consequences and repercussions from this. You better be prepared to deal with it”, warns Napoleon.

“Our reputation will not be damaged, the other nations will understand, that a military junta, should not be allowed to make decisions, that will harm a democratic nation.”

“Fine, have it your way. But don’t forget, I put you in power and I can take it away”, warns Napoleon.


With that, Napoleon leaves the Governor’s Mansion and ponders his next move. Jeanne is very worried and wonders, “Is he still the most powerful man in France?, Can he really remove me?, Will the Noire Pluie be able to stop any coup?” For now however, she must face the other members of the Kaesong Pact and tell them, that France will withdraw. It is not an easy task and she decides to invite Wang Kôn, the leader of the strongest nation in the Pact, besides France, to Tolosa for talks. In a fancy hotel, overlooking the peaceful North Atlantique Ocean, she breaks the news to him.


“Wang Kôn, I am going to tell you something, that I want then, to be relayed to Shaka and Caesar”, Jeanne says.

“What is it.”

“I have made the decision, to break from the Kaesong Pact. I will try to arrange a Peace Treaty, with Babylonia.”

“I don’t think you know, what this is truly going to mean. You better think twice, before stabbing the mighty Korean Nation in the back”, an angry Wang Kôn replies.

“Well France didn’t sign any alliance, Napoleon did. We are not going to held accountable, for the actions of a General.”

“Napoleon is France. Your nation asked for our help and we agreed, because we were friends. I don’t know what your up to. Perhaps, you got us into your war, to weaken us and take advantage of us later. We know, about your imperialistic past, Jeanne. Well, understand THIS, WE are a sleeping tiger, that will bite and bite hard, at all those, who try to humiliate us. Your Zulu War will look like a picnic, compared to what you will have face, with US. We will make 20, of your Hills of Death”, says Wang as he turns dark red, in the face.

“You don’t scare me, with your rhetoric Wang. Korea may be a tiger, but compared to France, you are but a little kitty. I have made my decision, and it is final. Adieu, Wang”, says Jeanne.

The meeting ends in a bitter note, as both nations trade threats and insults. Word gets to Rome and Zululand, everybody there is P-O’ed. Jeanne was not expecting, the angry response from Wang, at all.

IBT: Outside Adab, the Babylonian Infantry is on the move. They attempt to cross over through our trenches and are massacred instantly. We were very prepared for this and we just let loose a fire of lead. The dead bodies, were then placed, in an unmarked mass grave. Ces idiots, didn’t they know, the war was going to be over soon

Babylonian War - Operation Babylonian Bloodbath
Casualties:

France:
2 Cavalries
4 Ironclads
2 Knights (Army)
Civilians: 70,000
1 Workers

Babylonia:
1 Infantry
8 Riflemen
1 Pikemen
1 Swordsmen
8 Spearmen
2 Longbowmen
2 Bowmen
6 Ironclads
2 Galleys
1 Galleons
Civilians: 186,000
8 Workers


1080
No longer tied to our alliance, French officials convene with Hammurabi’s representatives, in the coastal city of Eridu. We demand, a small portion of land, in Greater Babylon. With a foothold on their mainland, we feel they will be less likely to sneak attack us again. They agree and hand over the town of Izibla and 100 Gold, in reparations. Izibla is surrounded by snow capped mountains, which would make any attacker hard pressed to go through. Koreans, Romans and the Zulus are furious, once word of the Treaty of Eridu is announced.

Antarctic Island, under our complete control. Izibla, a foothold on Greater Babylonia


The war, was basically a showcase, for our spectacular military force. Jeanne had built our military, into the world’s strongest projection force. It was due, to our projection capabilities, that we were able to fight an effective campaign, in our oversea territories. With our many transport vessels, we could move a large number of troops, to different operation theaters, in a matter of days. The Babylonians on the other hand, had no such projection force, their oversea territories were vastly unprotected and barley, any production was coming out of them. Their transport vessels, were also never filled completely. How could they have expected to take a city, attacking with only 1 brigade. However, maybe it was the alliance, which made the war so easy for us.

Our Cavalry brigade, serving as a scout, reached the Zululand-Babylonia border and sent back messages of what was seen. At least 10 - 15 brigades were getting slaughtered, every turn, on all sides. In the mainland, the Babylonians were, effectively using their Infantry in defense. They also were using a number of Cavalries, when going on the offensive. We never saw any Babylonian Cavalry, in our battles. The massive total war in the border region, was something we hadn’t experienced. The alliance and the Babylonians were in a struggle for survival, and they weren’t holding, anything back.

fighting spirit of the Babs was revealed here. the ruins up top, was a Bab. city - many dead on all sides


In an interesting side note, the war proved most beneficial to the Chinese and the Koreans. Both nations have made significant gains, on the Babylonians, in the World Power rankings. We however, are still the number 1 power, but not by a long shot. Maybe this is why Wang, seemed so cocky to throw out threats.

the rankings, we are the biggest, baddest S.O.B.'s on the planet


Back in Bayonne Harbor, Napoleon set sail for Gaule. He is to arrive in Paris shortly. In the Champs-Élysées, the streets are dressed in blue, white and red, as everyone waits for Napoleon to arrive. The 120 year old war, is now over for us and many people are delighted and overjoyed. All of France, is now quite happy with Napoleon, a man they looked up to. Rumors are abound though, “Napoleon will continue this war”, “Jeanne is out, Napoleon will take control again”, “What about Richelieu?, will he support Napoleon or Jeanne?”, these are the conversations, taking place in the street cafés of Paris. Richelieu, is also there in Paris waiting for Napoleon’s arrival. He wants Napoleon to feel a warm welcome, in order to avoid any more trouble. Richelieu, is looked upon by the French, as equal to Napoleon. If Napoleon wants another coup, he will need Richelieu’s backing, or else we will be facing an all out, civil war.

However, back in the Palace of Versailles, Jeanne sits nervously, as the future seems anything but guaranteed. Napoleon is coming home and he is livid.

Babylonian War - Operation Babylonian Bloodbath (Final Casualty Report)
Casualties:

France:
2 Cavalries
4 Ironclads
2 Knights (Army)
Civilians: 70,000
1 Workers

Babylonia:
1 Infantry
8 Riflemen
1 Pikemen
1 Swordsmen
8 Spearmen
2 Longbowmen
2 Bowmen
6 Ironclads
2 Galleys
1 Galleons
Civilians: 186,000
8 Workers

[History Guy]

Good stuff.

Poor Wang Kon.

[unscratchedfoot]

I guess that border war explains the lack of resistance you faced. I remember when I played civ3 the AI often come at me with stacks of up to 150 units in them. When I allied up, my allies sent stacks just as big into the fray and they mutually annihilated each other while I fired arty into the struggling mass. Then we all made peace, re-armed and went at it all over again. Great fun.

Here's a link to a little-known story about one of those games. There are 3 parts in this thread about Polaris nukes so scroll down to see them all.
war story by unscratchedfoot

[ChrisiusMaximus]

Again superb stuff Kaos.

Ill take a look at that thread later Scratch after work.

[Matthijs]

Good stuff

[Kaos XIII]

@unscrathedfoot: that was a pretty cool game. I've never been involved in a nuclear war in Civ3. I have a policy of deterrence and no first-strikes and the A.I. has never done a first-strike at me. Unlke Civ2. I've seen those big stacks though, too bad they never have Arty in them.
Anyway here is a short addition to the story:

Napoleon arrives in Lyon Harbor from a long voyage at sea, via Poitiers. In Poitiers he was greeted by an enchanted French crowd, the same enthusiasm he is now receiving in Lyon. The next day he is scheduled to take the train to Paris, in the morning. It is spring now, in France and the flowers are just blooming, the wind now feels serene, as it flows through Napoleon’s hair. Early in the morning, before he boards the passenger car, he sends a message to Jeanne, “I want to have a meeting with you. We have issues, we need to discuss.”

Jeanne receives the message and is in a state of panic, “is this it, has the coup begun?” Noire Pluie agents, comfort her and tell her, “don’t worry, there is no coup on the way, if there was, we certainly would have heard by now. If you want however, we can make sure Napoleon never arrives in Paris, muhahahaha.” Jeanne angrily, responds, “How dare you, I am not a murderer. Napoleon is a national treasure, he will not be harmed, in any way. Off with you.” The thought of eliminating Napoleon, has confirmed to Jeanne, that the situation is desperately out of control. She must smooth things over with her General, for the good of the nation.

In the Paris Central Station, Napoleon arrives, and gets off the passenger car. There to greet him are thousands of loyal citizens, who shout, “Pour Vous, Quelque Chose”, “Vive Napoleon”. Also there to greet Napoleon, are members of the Presidential Guard. They tell Napoleon, “Jeanne has received your message and wants to invite you to dinner this evening, at the Palace of Versailles.” “I’ll be happy to come”, responds Napoleon.

At dusk, Napoleon arrives at the Palace of Versailles. It is a very cool evening, as the sun disappears, with a light breeze. The fountains and lights are all turned on, as Napoleon walks through the gardens and enters the Palace. There he sees Jeanne for the first time, since the uncomfortable meeting, in Bayonne. Napoleon speaks first;

“Salut, Jeanne! Comment ça va?”

“Très bien! Et toi?”, replies Jeanne, very friendly.

“Comme ci comme ça”

“Ce soir, je prépare une quiche lorraine.”

“Qu’est-ce qu’il y a dans une quiche lorraine?”, asks Napoleon.

“Beaucoup de bonnes choses.”

“Il faut du beurre et des oeufs, n‘est-ce pas?”, a very interested Napoleon asks.

“Oui, et de la farine et des……….errrrrrr, hold on, I probably should be writing this in English. My bad, anyway, let’s cut the chase. During dinner Napoleon tells Jeanne;

“During my long trip back to Paris, I had a lot to think about in the sea. I won’t lie, I was upset and angry over the constitutional change. However, as I looked at the tranquil, blue ocean water and felt the waves, calmly, brush up against our wooden ship, my thoughts changed. I no longer cared, about cutting Hammurabi’s head open, or the blundering decision, to withdraw from the Kaesong Pact. All I cared about, was going back home, to the Forbidden Palace in Dijon and spending time with my family. I asked for this meeting, because I have an important announcement to make.”

Jeanne fearfully asks, “What is your announcement?”

“I am now, going to officially retire, from the military”, replies Napoleon.

Jeanne is relieved, but then realizes her most important General, is going to quit, “Non, WHY? I need you, the Assemblée needs you and most important, France needs you.”

“Funny, I don’t feel needed. I’ll just say this Jeanne, you won’t have old NAPO, to kick around, anymore.”

It is official, Napoleon is retired. One last Victory Parade on the Champs-Élysées, is all that remains of his wonderful military career. Jeanne asks Napoleon, “Would you like to ride the parade rout with me, on the Presidential wagon?” Napoleon declines and says, “Non, I want to march with my boys, for the last time.”

The parade gets under way under the Arc de Triomphe. The military band plays, at its loudest level. The drums beat in a ferocious manner, the trumpets sound out the tunes, in a crisp synchronization, as we all sing along, swollen with pride, La Marseillaise. All of the soldiers are in their dress uniforms. Cleanly and pressed, they have long thrown away their battle rags. Our Artillery batteries, are rolled out as the millions, ooh and awe, at their strong, powerful look and force. The Cavalry men march down the parade rout with their galloping, beautiful horses. The Infantry men walk in step, as girls run at them and kiss them on their cheeks. The navy men appear, carrying their banners, of the Ironclads and galleons they commanded. These sailors, lost many of their comrades at sea, and are quite joyful, to have made it back on land. Richelieu and Napoleon are also both there, they seem to be incredibly proud and both men, are quite an imposing sight, to see.

Then Jeanne appears in her Presidential Wagon, being pulled by the most wonderful horses anybody has ever seen. She waves at the massive crowd, as they scream, “Vive le France”, “Nous t’adore”. It is the most blissful, exultant, moment in the proud history of France. Then suddenly a skinny, filthy 30 year old looking man approaches the Presidential Wagon. The Guards act quickly but it is all too late, as the Parade stops, the country turns silent and all that we hear is;

“BANG, BANG, BANG”

[TheGuitarist]

Whoa, that sucks.

[ChrisiusMaximus]

I'll second that !!

WTF I hope nobody sees me wearing these suspenders

[ChrisiusMaximus]

What Mod were you using Scratchy, certainly sounds like a hectic game you had there.

[dexters]

Jeanne! oh no!

unscratchedfoot: your games sound interesting. What kind of mod are you playing it? Any significant changes to unit stats/cost?

If so, document it for us, I'd be interested in replicating it.

[History Guy]

Noooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!!

[unscratchedfoot]

Originally posted by Kaos XIII
I've seen those big stacks though, too bad they never have Arty in them.

open the editor, go to civilizations tab, pick a civ and under "Build Often" flag the artillery option and the AI will put 8-10 arty into a major offensive force. Works great!

Chris, dexters,
If you like my stories you'd like my mod: lots of goofy insult exchanges between the player and the AI. I rewrote almost all the diplomacy text.

My current mod "Rumble in Antarctica" is after global-warming floods all land in the world, the survivors find Antarctica which has become quite a nice patch of land. I made all new clans (civs) with new city names and cool great leader names. Each clan has a totally unique set of units based on real military equipment with different stats. Its balanced because each clan has a slight advantage in one area like defence, arty, mobility, offence, low cost etc...

Barbarians have become terrorist groups with machine-gun toting hoodlums and armored vehicles. They come in various flavors: Greenpeace, Women's Lib, Big Game Hunters, Gay Rights, Soccer fans, Anti-war demonstrators etc... Lots of fun for the whole family.