[EMPIRE 2] IC Thread

[QuintonBeck]

Round One: Begin!
Years 100-101 of the Aenic Calendar

Don’t forget to link to any rolls you make for ANY Attribute checks, plus rolls for rulers you will start using at the start of next round. If you want a new ruler in the next round, you must state so in your action post for this round and link to their rolls. Any increases from actions for this round are counted for the ruler you start your next round with (because it’s handier to account for by the co-GM), which may or may not be your current ruler.

Good luck!

Rules Changes!

All players are expected to follow the example layout for actions provided below (or something similar that covers all the same points) Thank you.

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[Name of Nation]
[Name of Current Ruler]

Actions:

1. [Type] Action 1
2. [Type] Action 2
3. [Type] Action 3 (Project Name) [1/2]
4. [Type] Action 4 (Project Name) [2/2]
5. [Type] Action 5

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Current Stats

New Ruler Next Round?

Expected Stat Bonuses

Growth!

Across Arandi nations begin to stir awake. Will these rising powers forge empires whose might rivals the feats of the ancients? Or are they to serve as the stepping stones for another power? Time will soon tell.

Investigate!


Colonize!


Claim!


Convert!


War!


Terror!

[100] A farmer in Western Aladar, home of the Wandering Clan, reports to his local dwarven Architect a frightful tale from the north-eastern border! A band of men claiming allegiance to ‘K’juuda the Ravager’ raided and robbed the man’s farm before retreating back into the unknown north! The farmer pleads with his local Architect that something be done!

[101] In Tannan scattered reports across the region speak to a large number of citizens hearing the quaking voice of the Sky Father, central deity in the Church of Daen, instructing them to find the Sky Father’s sacred temple. An impromptu organization of explorers assembles to request permission to travel north from the Vincehin.



Explore! New Map!

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Other!

[99-100] The ‘Immortal Le Duksae Majalis’ of Fantastigoria, overeager in his desire to explore the world, arrives in the Southern Courtlands of Tir Amser where he no doubt would have been killed by the Summer Aeldir had it not been for the visiting Lady Autumn. Amused by the man’s jovial countenance the masked man was taken to the Autumnal Courtlands. In the summer of Year 100 letters of invitation were sent out to all nations seen and suspected by the Aeldir Courts and Fantastigoria to the Fantastic Masquerade to be held in the Autumnal Courtlands in the Autumn months of Year 101.

[100] In Xeroas people are claiming a Green Zaj has fled south with a small cult of followers and is practicing ancient rites to grant him sorcerous abilities!

[101] In Primus, Melani Aske convicted of murdering her wife challenges her judge and executioner Lady Alis Perle for her noble title. Aske is victorious, sparing Perle and locking her away until the Queen can confirm her honorable victory and rightful title as Lady of the Realm.

[Mynxae]

Round 1 Actions for the Kingdom of Berrium - 100-102
Currently ruled by Knight Protector Alistair Binari

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- Send a small contingent of Dandric Knights to explore the lands to the west [Curiosity] Roll = 10.
- Send a small contingent of Dandric Knights to explore the lands to the southwest [Curiosity] Roll = 11.
- Send a small contingent of Dandric Knights to explore the lands to the south [Curiosity] Roll = 14.
- Send a small contingent of Dandric Knights to explore the lands to the southeast, boarding a ship when necessary to cross the river [Curiosity] Roll = 11.
- Raise 1,000 Dandric Knights (in region 62) to bolster the forces of Berrium [Military]

News and Rumours

• Knight Protector Alistair Binari declares that the Kingdom is in need of new lands and sets his sights on every direction possible, sending out knights all around to explore wonderous places.
• News spreads that the Kingdom is seeking new peoples to learn from, be they native to newly acquired regions or foreigners from distant lands abounding with culture and wealth.

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Knight Protector Alistair Binari

Current stats:

Diplomacy: 4
Military: 3
Curiosity: 3
Faith: 2
Luck: 1

Expected Stat Bonuses:

+2 Curiosity

Army Changes:

+1,000 (1 unit) of land troops in region 62

[Gengy]

Actions:

• <Curiosity> Free to explore beyond Tir Amser, Lady Spring sends some of her boys by boat to explore the lands due south. With them is one of Lady Spring's girls, to lead the way. (Roll: 11)
• <Curiosity> Free to explore beyond Tir Amser, Lady Spring sends some of her boys by boat south-east to explore the lands along the known coast line that would lead to Fantastigoria. With them is one of Lady Spring's girls, to lead the way, directing them to head inland and westwards. (Roll: 13)
• <Curiosity> Free to explore beyond Tir Amser, Lady Spring sends some of her boys by boat to explore the lands due south, and then east. With them is one of Lady Spring's girls, to lead the way, directing them to head inland and towards the other explorers of the known coast. (Roll: 14)
  
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• <Curiosity> Establish the Rose Circuit, a Trade Route that will eventually go through all four regions of Tir Amser. This will initially connect the Spring Court with the Winter Court and the Autumn Court, trading all three types of Roses with each other.
• <Diplomacy> Work to establish and finalize the details and responsibilities of the four courts under the Rose Contract (Federation 1/5)

Spoiler: Kellianth Beagan, Lady Spring; An Introduction

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Kellianth Beagan was - as a point of incontestable fact - adorable. Though the Aeldir had nothing like a dictionary, Kellianth was surely the picture of the word ‘adorable’. And also ‘cute’, ‘darling’, and ‘sweet’. This was a good thing, for, had Kellianth known what a dictionary was, she would have accepted no less than four words with her picture next to them. She would have demanded more, if any of the other Aeldir Court leaders had four pictures or more on them, but that was just a facet of nature, and not due to any greed or envy on her part; when you are so fantastically warm and cuddly that you put bunnies to shame, how could you possibly have greed or envy?

Other people were supposed to covet you, not the other way around. After all, Kellianth Beagan was not just adorable, she was the most adorable of all of the Spring Court Aeldir, which made her the most adorable Aeldir in all of Tir Amser. Her ‘auntie’ Cynel, Lady Autumn, may be the most beautiful, her ‘cousin’ Drustan – Lord Summer - may be the most strong, and her ‘grandpop’ Balor of the Winter Court may be the most wise – when Kellianth didn’t feel like being any of these things, she was willing to admit that her counterparts had their merits – but she was the most adorable, cutest, cuddliest, sweetest, precious, perfect princess. True, she wasn’t called a princess, formally. Kellianth was just ‘Lady Spring’, a title of which she felt was appropriate.

She had other titles. Her Royal Butterflyness. Maiden of the East. Cutest of the Cute (well deserved, that one). Matriarch of the New. Kellianth had heard a distasteful rumor that some disreputable and terrible meanies also called her ‘The Little Terror’, which was simply hurtful. She wasn’t that little! Sure, she was smaller than other Aeldir, but that’s only because she was the embodiment of all young Aeldir.

Aeldir life cycle was… a curiosity. Kellianth thought about it quite a bit. Every time she had to take a Nap, which was different than just sleeping for the night. Mostly, when Kellianth was considering the life cycle, it was due to the unfairness of her having to take Naps. Aunty Cynel, Cousin Drustan, and Granpop Balor didn’t need Naps. Kellianth, though, did. Once every twenty years or so, Lady Spring had to travel around Tir Amser, gathering strength from Summer, peace from Autumn, and wisdom from Winter.

If Kellianth didn’t take a Nap, she’d get very sluggish and tired and stop being so composed and cute. She couldn’t bear the thought of it, so was quite pleased that she’d just finished her latest Nap and was feeling super fantastic again! It had been so easy, this time, thanks to the Pledge. No longer would she have to sneak through the other courts. She had made it a procession, a formal visit; everyone else knew it was for her Nap, but they were ever so polite and even Cousin Drustan didn’t so much as snarl at her, which was impressive. He really was trying to make the Pledge work, which was truly promising.

And it was soooo much more fun to spy on them in front of their faces. Kellianth had quite enjoyed it. Their courts had so many hidey holes that they didn’t know about, and the Spring Court had been… making sure that no outsiders knew about them, by checking them frequently.

It was a game, really. To the Spring Court, it was the game. Like hide and seek. Except the rules were that no one was seeking you, and if someone was, you lost the game. Lady Spring’s girls talked about their favorite hiding places in Tir Amser all the time in the privacy of Glaw Novo – the Spring Courtlands – and Kellianth knew where all the bestest best spots were.

Twenty years ago, she’d had to. The struggle between the Courts for the Rose Throne was a messy, icky thing. Kellianth had desperately needed a Nap, though. She knew it, and the other Courts knew it. They had been waiting for it, in fact. It was an adventure and a half to go around to all of the Courts, and she’d nearly been caught several times. Wise old Grandpop Balor had been the closest in trapping her, but she was ever so clever herself, and she’d smiled her cutest cute smile at him – to show there were no hard feelings – as she made her escape.

That whole senseless violence was over with, though. Never again would Aeldir fight Aeldir. Never again would those who didn’t play the game well enough, and were caught in someone else’s Courtlands, find themselves slain. True ‘the game’ was supposed to stop, but the Spring Court were the best players at it. And it wasn’t like they were there to find out the secrets of the Aeldir – they knew most of those already anyways – but after so many years of doing something, and staying alive by knowing things rather than fighting, Kellianth didn’t have it in her heart to tell her girls to stop completely.

And really, it was following the Pledge. The Spring Court was protecting the other courts, not spying on them. It was ‘the game’, but with Glaw Novo rules, just spread to all of Tir Amser. Glaw Novo rules were less about finding hiding places for yourself, but finding hiding places to make sure no one else was in them. Some of the other Courts, during the struggle for the Rose Throne, had tried to find out what Kellianth knew or didn’t know, but she already knew what they thought they knew, so she always made them think she knew more or less what they didn’t know so that what they thought they knew wasn’t actually what they really knew. It had been great fun! Glaw Novo always was aware of other Courts trying to play ‘the game’ like the Spring Court, but Spring Aeldir were the best. Even silly boys of the Spring Court could spot someone trying to spy on Kellianth or one of her girls.

You paid them no mind, and just reported it to a superior when the time was right. During the whole Rose Throne conflict, the spy would find themselves with misinformation if they were lucky… and if they weren’t, well, Kellianth would send her regrets to the appropriate Court. She never liked doing that, so was ever so pleased that the whole affair was over and done with.

And now the conflict was over! The Pledge was made! All of Tir Amser was in agreement; Tir Amser belonged to the Aeldir… all of them. And the rest of the world was now open to explore! There was so much off the island that Kellianth was looking forward to hearing about, and so were the rest of her girls. Of course, they’d send boys first, in case it was dangerous. But once the way was clear, there were so many spots that they could play the game in. So many new people to play it against!

Kellianth had heard rumors that there was even a whole race of non-Aeldir things – lesser creatures, she was told, but Kellianth couldn’t be so sure yet – that wore masks. All the time! Imagine how funny that was! And there were other rumors too. Cat things that were as big as bears and walked on two legs. Ugly creatures too, though Kellianth hoped to avoid those. Things that look like Aeldir, but were not. They had round ears. They aged too quickly, died easily, and it seemed that many thought that boys were better than girls. Lady Spring was looking forward to proving those lesser creatures (anyone who thought that way must be a lesser being) wrong. Boys had their uses, but they were icky, constantly dirty, and other than as guards, didn’t really belong inside Glaw Novo.

Still… so many new things to see! To do! And no more nasty wars against Cousin Drustan, Auntie Cynel, or Grandpop Balor. Oh, what fun Kellianth would have!

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• (News) Kellianth Beagen has ordered a custom made mask for the Masquerade Ball from Fantastagoria. The rumor is that the Maestro himself will be carving it for Lady Spring.
• (News) So many girls are excited to be out and traveling the world. Besides the explorers, there are Spring Court girls sponsored in Primus, Skiana, Fantastigoria, and Hortis. Gesh and Luska are also considering hosting a girl from the Spring Court for cultural exchange. This makes Lady Spring quite pleased!
• (Rumor) Aluxa, one of the girls quite close to Kellianth Beagen, is still dismayed at the horrible situation that the man from Hess Tannan put her through at the Masquerade. She does her duty to the Court, but she is no longer interested in traveling abroad. Lady Spring is rather upset about the whole affair, and is morally outraged at what one of her girls has had to go through in the course of their duty.

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Kellianth Beagen	D	M	C	F	L
Current	3	2	3	1	5
End of round 1	0	0	0	0	0

New Ruler Next Round

Expected Stat Bonuses:
+2 Curiosity

[HalfTangible]

The Primus Imperium
High Queen Roethye Primus
Current family tree

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Current Stats
Dip: 2
Mil: 5
Cur: 2
Fth: 1
Luck: 3

Expected Stat Bonuses
+1 Cur
+1 Mil
+.5 Luck

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[Curiosity - Rolls]: Prince Silvanus Primus sets out on his first exploratory venture with his retainers, exiting the Highback Mountains and traveling directly west into uncharted territory. Some question the boy's youth, but none question his spirit, nor the High Queen's insistence that he get out of the house before he breaks another of her daggers.

[Curiosity - Rolls]: The High Queen orders a second exploration team to travel northeast into 61 and explore the lands. They set out through the mountain passes.

[Military]: Raise 1000 troops in Primus (57)

[Military]: Raise 1000 troops in Primus (57)

[Military 5 - Create Military Specialization: Expansionist]: High Queen Roethye has adopted a highly expansionist national policy. While she claims that she wishes to incorporate other tribes and cultures willingly, there is an undeniable buildup of military force and an emphasis placed on invading/occupying other nations.

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-High Queen Roethye Primus takes the throne at the start of the year 100.

-Prince Aelius Primus is born on October 8th of year 100 to Princess Tusameia. He is currently 11th in the line to the throne.

-Lady Aske is granted the noble title she desires and cleared of all charges, as is custom to an honor duel, and High Queen Roethye has even granted her several extra servants and the modest estate of her accuser. However, it is rumored that Princess Tusameia Primus has maneuvered to keep her from ever wedding a woman again, and further rumors that Roethye is planning on challenging her honor at the slightest offense.

-Many in Primus spread gossip over who Marcus Primus will be betrothed to. He is the oldest of the current princes, and is considered to be quite handsome. However, none have received offers from High Queen Roethye, Marcus has expressed no interest himself, and none are foolish enough to demand a decision.

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Round 1 Actions for the Kingdom of Nand

Spoiler: Queen Aiman III

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is a woman

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The relatively short periods she got to spend with her young family were some of the few times Aiman got close to relaxation these days. Isfandir was building a fort from blocks, while Hannah was assembling some sort of mosaic. Nevertheless the work of a queen was never done, and her mind was still occupied with the missives she had previously received.

“We will surely have to decline the Prevaz invitation,” she said, thinking out loud. “The Aeldir, on the other hand, might be possible. But what is the obsession that foreigners have with covering themselves? Masks...” She shuddered at the thought of shutting her face away from the sun.

“Are there no Beranda you could send?” Kusal asked.

“I would prefer not. These are not merchants or petty chiefs, these are kings and queens of our stature and will expect me to attend in person. I think it better not to insult them by sending some disreputable rogue to treat with them.”

Isfandir seemed to have finished his castle and was now populating it with a garrison. The walls filled up with spearmen and archers, while the karapan was reserved for last.

“The question, I suppose, is whether it would be better to have a representative there at all, no matter what their standing, than lose this opportunity to establish diplomatic relations.”

“Exactly. And I cannot send any of the setrapa, at least not alone. Imagine what they would do with the power of a direct alliance with the Aeldir.”

She saw what was about to happen a moment before it did, but too late to do anything about it. Just as the karapan took his proud place atop the gatehouse, Hannah flicked a tile at him with pinpoint accuracy. There was a sad “plunk” and the general went flying.

Isfandir was on his feet immediately, fists balled, face flushing and outrage and desire for retribution writ large on his face. Jangir, looking on from his chair, clapped and laughed. Before further disaster could ensue, Kusal had intervened, rushing over and kneeling down next to the compromised fort.

“Oh dear, what's happened here?” He picked up the figure and set him aright. “Just a flesh wound, fortunately. No harm done.” Isfandir was still on the verge of tears, and Kusal tugged at his arm to point out the spot where he'd been standing.

“If he stands out in the open like that, people are going to shoot at him, and the best archers can hit a target from some distance away.” He gestured in a couple of directions. “When putting together a fort sight-lines are important, so that your people are protected. Here, I'll show you.”

He began demonstrating to Isfandir how to rebuild the top of the gatehouse as to provide better protection from further missiles, and glanced up at Aiman with a wink. She favoured him with a grateful smile, and upon seeing that Hannah, having escaped scot-free from her first transgression, was shaping up to repeat the entertainment, scooped up her daughter before things could escalate and pulled her into her lap.

“What are you going to do about the Aeldir?” he asked eventually, once Isfandir seemed sufficiently calm and engrossed in his fort again.

“We can't both go,” she said with a sigh. “Isfandir's too young to stay here alone, and there's nobody eligible I'd trust as regent but you. I'll go alone, and take Bassus.”

“That old bastard?”

“If he stays and I go, I wouldn't put it past him to try something against you. He's never forgiven either of us for the marriage.”

“I can see why his feelings were hurt, even if I'm glad you decided against him.”

“You didn't see the way he suggested it.” She made a face. “It wasn't so much a suggestion as a demand. He did all but wave it in my face and tell me I should be grateful for the privilege. Besides, he was old enough to be my father.”

“At least I don't have to worry about any funny business with him while you're away, then.”

She handed Hannah a fresh bunch of tiles. “Go on, see if you can hit him.”

Even Isfandir laughed this time as Kusal feigned retreat under the fresh barrage.

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1. [Curiosity] Explore along the coast to the north-west - 9
2. [Curiosity] Continue exploring westwards - 8
3. [Military] Train 1,000 Thezirin riders
4. [Military] Train 1,000 Thezirin riders
5. [Diplomacy] Begin talks with Krozna and the Ambrose about unification (Federation 1/5)

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The Ambrose Ascendancy

Protos Archigos stats:
Derris Asker
D 5
M 5
C 4
F 1
L 2

Stat Increases for this round

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AA: Round 1 actions!

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1. [DIP 5] Establish Cultural Identity, Ambrosan Ambassadors: Colonization rolls 2d8 instead of 2d6.
2. [MIL] Raise 1 mil unit (land)
3. [CUR] Explore SE of Ambrose Roll 12
4. [CUR] Explore SW of Ambrose Roll 10
5. [MIL] Raise 1,000 land units

Ambrosan Ambassadors

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Envoys are sent to meet with area clan leaders to begin unification under the flag of Ambrose.

15 Years Previously

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Maldarr Drivas stood with his uncle on the edge of the Speedway. The dust kicked up by the racing simurgh's furiously beating wings merged with the smoke from the spectator's cigarettes, creating a hazy filter across his vision. His body was tense as the animals made the last turn and barreled down the last straightway, he glanced at Aleksy who was grinning around the thin cigarette he held clamped between his teeth. He turned back to the race, the simurgh they had bet on was firmly in second place, it was painfully obvious to Maldarr that time had run out for him to catch the leader, his heart rate soared with adrenaline as he anticipated losing his life's savings, including the extra borrowed from some seedy friends of his uncle's.

Spoiler: Aleksy Drivas

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The older man must have sensed his distress as he held up a finger, silently imploring Maldarr to be patient. The grin never left his face as he he motioned his nephew's attention back to the Speedway track. Maldarr turned just in time to see the lead Simurgh collapse suddenly, falling onto the dirt track with a heavy thud in a cloud of thick dust. It's jockey climbed off the beast and tried to rouse it to no avail as the former second flew past him at breakneck speed to claim the win. Maldarr was shocked into stunned silence. They were both suddenly very wealthy men. Aleksy pounded the younger man on the back gleefully,
"What'd I tell you, boy? To trust your uncle, that's what." The young man looked at his uncle with new appreciation, before this he'd often thought he would never trust the swarthy man if he wasn't clan. While he had his attention, Maldarr decided to bring something up that had been eating at him awhile,
"Uncle, I would like to ask your permission to..."
"No." Maldarr started as his uncle interrupted him,
"But you don't know" he spat out as his uncle gazed at him in amusement,
"I do know, and the answer is no. You don't think I haven't noticed how you two look at each other?" He grinned his shark tooth grin as Maldarr's face reddened, Aleksy said in a gentler voice,
"I finalized an arrangement this morning for Belinda to wed Derris Asker, the soon to be brother in law of our new Protos. She's destined for bigger and better things than this dustbowl." He put his arm around the dejected man's shoulders,
"But then again, so are you nephew, and I guarantee with the money you just made, you can have any other woman you'd like."

Maldarr walked slowly towards the betting windows, his uncle's words ringing hollowly in his ears. The burning ache in his chest threatening to engulf him as Belinda spotted him coming towards and gifted him with a smile. The curve of her upturned lips wrinkling the skin of her nose that was dotted with a spray of freckles. He took in her every feature as it was his last chance before she belonged to another man. Belinda worked in the betting booths, which were often staffed with pretty girls to lure the men over to be coaxed into making bets, often more than they would have bet otherwise. She was dressed in a costume made from the shed feathers of the simurghs, a much brighter blue than her sparkling, pale eyes.

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"Hey I hear it's your lucky day." her voice was high and melodic, she was very much like a bird in a cage, behind the gilded bars of the booth.
"Indeed, and yours as well. Has your father given you the good news?" Her eyes left his as she bit her bottom lip, she nodded silently, distressed at the thought of hurting Maldarr, but accustomed to following Aleksy's directions, and not wholly displeased at the prospect of being a noblemen's wife. She would be wed then, any thought of defying the order was left unspoken between them. Maldarr took her hand through the bars and kissed it gently.
"Goodbye then Belinda." He knew he would see her often, but never again in this way. She would be Belinda Asker, a tool to be wielded by her ambitious father. An empty pit dropped into his stomach as he walked away from her, she would always be trapped in the cage her father created for her.

News and Rumors

• A boxer named Igor Barberis has won 10 bouts in a row and earned the nickname "Ironskull"!
• The populace's excitement over the fantastic masquerade in a far away land turns to unease as Maldarr Drivas returns alone and reports of the Aeldir's cold and incomprehensible demeanor.
• Ambassadors are sent to the lands around Ambrose in search of clansmen in the hopes of uniting them under the flag of Ambrose.
• Gossip mongers speculate over former Protos Gabor Collins retreating in defeat to the remote Sanctuary of Reflection. Some think he's scheming and biding his time for revenge.

[Soommor]

The Vincedom of Hess Tannan
Vincehin Marillom fo Devanni
Diplomacy - 5
Military - 3
Curiosity - 4
Faith - 2
Luck - 2

Actions:
1.[Dip] Cultural Identity: Hardline Negotiators - Gives a roll advantage on assassinations. Dead men don't deny trade routes.

2.[Cur] A team of High Surveyors are sent to the west (Region 120) to explore the lands beyond the borders of Tannan. The Copper Vault advises the Vincehin that expansion into new lands is a priority to help bring Hess Tannan to the world stage. (Roll 12)

3.[Cur] A team of High Surveyors are sent to the north-east (Region 121) to explore the lands beyond the borders of Tannan. The Copper Vault advises the Vincehin that expansion into new lands is a priority to help bring Hess Tannan to the world stage. (Roll 7)

4.[Dip] In light of the voices heard over Hess Tannan, claiming to be the voice of Daen himself, the Vincehin has requested that the party of explorers delay their journey until a military contingent can be sent with them.

5.[Mil] As Hess Tannan enters the world stage, personal defence becomes essential. Particularly with such starkly brutal neighbours. A Tannain Legion has been raised in the walls of Hess Tannan, to guard against those who would seek their innocent merchants harm.


Rolls - http://www.giantitp.com/forums/shows...&postcount=108


+1 Diplomacy
+1 Curiosity
+1 Land Unit in Hess Tannan

[Reggiejam]

Autumnal Court of the Aeldir
Round 1

Lady Autumn Cynel Bres
Diplomacy - 5
Military - 1
Curiosity - 2
Faith - 2

Actions

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1.) Join the Rose Circuit trade route with Marigold Roses in the Autumnal Courtlands [Curiosity]
2.) Establish Cultural Identity: Matrons of the Fall: Advantage on colonization rolls [Diplomacy]
2.) Work to establish an understanding of the rumored "Pit Aeldir" and a claim to their lineage Roll: 9 [Diplomacy]
4.) Host the Fantastic Masquerade in the Autumnal Courtlands [Diplomacy]
5.) Work to establish and finalize the details and responsibilities of the four courts under the Rose Contract (Federation 1/5) [Diplomacy]

Matrons of the Fall

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Women of the Autumnal Court carry a matronly and mothering countenance that many races find comforting. These women often receive training as diplomats and some serve the Courts themselves as Matrons of the Fall. These Aeldir often find themselves embedded, sometimes quite literally, with foreigners as they turn the heads of the people to realize their obligations to the Courts. Often finding success with the lords of men by twisting their ear these women rarely act to achieve power themselves, working instead to ensnare and then elevate a hopeful local lord.

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Reserved for Grey Empire's first round actions!

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Nation: The Grey Empire

Ruler: Dorlam the first Grey King

Actions:
Curiosity: Explore north along the shattered peninsula. Small group of naval bear warriors lead by shamans.
Curiosity: Explore east to close by island. Small group of naval lion warriors lead by shamans.
Military: Raise Grey warships in Gorthan. Organizing the empire.
Military: Raise Grey warships in Gorthan. Organizing the empire.
Diplomacy: Cultural Identity "We come in peace!"-To help colonization diplomatically. The people of the Grey Empire prefer to talk things out first before they grab their axe.

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• News:
• The king has taken a wife! Lady Floa, she who's father Dorhof the red warrior for the Eagle house, gave her consent after the her father was slain. With this the Grey Empire has united itself more than it has in decades! The last of those treacherous feuding lords have been put in their place!
  
• The shamans have gathered under themselves the collective houses to explore and expand our glorious nation! Come to arms, for the dangers of the unknown are great. Come to join in building this great nation anew!
  
  Rumors:
• It is said, but not confirmed, that lady Floa might be pregnant. Though such a thing is impossible, and is a highly unsavory thing to say to the wrong person...
  
• Dorlam was said to have had a vision as of late telling him of dire news of what must be done. He's called his shamans to increase their watch and teachings, but for what reason is unknown.

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Current Stats of Dorlam:
Diplomacy: 5
Military: 3
Curiosity: 1
Faith: 4
Luck: 1


Expected next turn improvements:
+1 Curiosity, +1 Military

[RandoMan]

Summer Court of the Aeldir
Round 1

Lord Summer Drustan Keiv
Diplomacy: 2
Military: 5
Curiosity: 4
Faith: 3

Actions

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1. Military Raise 1 Land Unit of Summer Rangers
2. Military Raise 1 Land Unit of Summer Rangers
3. Military Raise 1 Naval Unit of SummerRangers
4. Military Establish Theyrngar Rangers: Military Specialization in defending regions
5. Diplomacy Work to establish and finalize the details and responsibilities of the four courts under the Rose Contract (Federation 1/5)

News & Rumors

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• Lord Drustan has ordered his noble brothers to gather their foresters and rangers into organized bands of soldiers whose purpose stands to serve the Four Courts themselves under the direction of the Rose Contract.
• Lord Drustan has deferred obligations to the other three courts to sign agreement to the Rose Circuit trade route. While few expect him to refuse and see the delay as a simple power move to demonstrate the southern court's maintained independence no one knows for sure where Lord Summer's will might lie.
• Following the Fantastic Masquerade Lord Drustain expresses his desire to put an arrow through the heart of a long list of foreign delegations.
• The Thyrngar Rangers consist of the elite rangers of the Summer Court. These Aeldir have a natural talent understanding the lands around them and using this familiarity to thwart other military forces. Given much discretion by Lord Summer these elite rangers often act as senior leaders among the Summer Rangers.

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[WaylanderX]

Leun a Sylli Yw Ow Skath Bargesi!

Nation: The Prevazan Artistry

Rulers: Lymners of Skianz: Kara and Jentyl

1. Explore the underground caverns north of the outer regions of Skianz. Roll: 8 (Cur)

2. Explore the lands directly above Skianz. Roll: 11 (Cur)

3. Create Cultural Identity: Artistic Peace (Diplomatic colonisation) using Prevaz Art and discussion about art as a catalyst! Prevaz ambassadors and diplomats approach the local with a friendly and neighbourly attitude, giving them access to Prevaz art and giving them lessons to learn to create art if they want to. In short, they help the locals to bring out their artistic side, helping them express themselves better and forging a positive bond between them in the meantime. (Dip 5)

4. Set up a trade-route with the Ambrose Ascendancy, ????, ????? and ?????: Art --- Ambrosian Brandy --- ?????. Named the Western Cultural Exchange
Explore south-east of 44A, heading towards the coast. Roll: 14 (Cur)

5. Host Event. (Dip)
Begin Building the Skianz Academy of Arts and Diplomacy, focused on training diplomatic Art masters that will spread and collect Arts all over the world. The Academy also offers Art classes to foreigners. (Great Project 1/5, Dip)

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• Kara has allegedly made contact with a woman of unknown race inhabiting the land above Skianz. They drank and ate together, shared some insights and departed on a friendly note. Her husband Jentyl commented he regretted not being present, for reasons he would like to keep to himself.
  
• A sub-group of the Delowstrem have begun tunnelling down from Skianz, the reason being that exploration must remain symmetrical. Most other Prevaz just shake their heads when hearing of this rumour.
  
• The Kanstrem has been quite exited for a while, expecting a great influx of songs. Already they are forming groups to learn as much songs as possible, even going as far as forming a “Drunkard’s Song” group. Local brewers expect an influx of orders they probably cannot fulfil.

Current Stats:
Diplomacy: 5
Military: 2
Curiosity: 4
Faith: 1
Luck: 3
Expected stat increases: +1 Dip, +1 Cur

[TheDarkDM]

The Winter Court

Actions

• Raise one wing of Winter Court Longships in the Courtlands [Military]
• Raise one wing of Winter Court Longships in the Courtlands [Military]
• Join the newly formed Rose Circuit trade route [Curiosity]
• Explore east along the coast of Nand [Curiosity] TN = 6
• Task the bards of the Winter Court with consolidating the collected wisdom and laws of the Aeldir into a definitive whole, that the First People might be united (Federation 1/5) [Diplomacy]

[BananaPhone]

The Necron Directorate

Dominion of Queen Selindrak Highstar

Actions:

1. [Curiosity] Establish a public education works.
2. [Military] Draft 1000 Footmen in capital city at 232b.
3. [Military] Draft 1000 Footmen in captail city at 232B
4. [Curiosity] Send explorers to a province directly East of 232b.
5. [Curiosity] Send explorers to province directly West of 232b.

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• Whispers of Ascension grow ever thicker - the days when we return to or vampiric state are nigh!
  
• The Queen is pregnant with her 4th child.
  
• Rich veins of gold, silver and cobalt have been tapped in the deep roots of the mountain.

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Sovereign Stats:
Military: 5
Diplomacy: 3
Curiosity: 5
Faith: 2
Luck: 1

New Ruler Next Round? - No

Expected Stat Bonuses:
+1 Curiosity
+1 military

[Acco Spoot]

The Brey-An
Herd Lord: Karam-Gor

Actions:

1. [Military] Raise 1,000 Gors at 271
2. [Military] Raise 1,000 Gors at 271
3. [Military] Raise 1,000 Gors at 271
4. [Military] Raise 1,000 Gors at 271
5. [Curiosity] Explore lands Northwest at 233 (roll)

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• The shaman foretell that a great hunt is due, Karam-gor obligingly raises his gors ready for the triumphant event.
• An envoy of pale men from the northeast are shunned at the Herding Stones there, they speak of trade, but the bestial gors have no need for what mannish folk have to offer.
• New Herding Stones have been raised along the western forest edge, they seem to be rising northwards, and have already added to the network of monumental stones and encouraged hunting grounds to spread west.

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Karam Gor
Diplomacy: 2
Military: 5
Curiosity: 4
Faith: 4
Luck: 3

Military +2

[lt_murgen]

The Geshemafar: Round 1(100-101)
Decasage Serafim Rosenbaum

Actions
1(curiosity) Explore along south west coastal waters in a loop to the north and west (region 13). Roll was 6
2 (curiosity) Explore southwest of Tillwell (region 16). Roll was 12
3(curiosity) Explore northeast of Tillwell toward rumored great ocean (region 20). Roll was 12
4(military) With rumors of 'pit people', raise 1000 Ram-Knights
5(military) With rumors of 'pit people', raise 1000 Ram-Knights

Expected Bonuses this round: +1 curiosity, +1 military

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start	5	4	3	1	2

[DurkBlanston]

Cahoosa Confederation Actions

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1.) Explore south along the coast from Puesto Kagun (235) 12 [Curiosity]
2.) Explore east, inland, from Puesto Kagun (235) 9 [Curiosity]
3.) Explore northwest, along the coast from Puesto Kagun (235) 12 [Curiosity]
4.) Aid Anceris in constructing the Imperial University of Azandria +1 Project [Diplomacy]
5.) Attend Fantastic Masquerade [Diplomacy]

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• Agree to pact of mutual defense with the Principality of Anceris and the Kingdom of Kherson

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• Atohi's history as a shamanistic warrior that helped his brother unify the tribes of Puesto Kagun has some questioning if non-military pursuits are viable for the middle aged leader.
• Rumors of the "militant goat men of the east" prompts pressures for the Cacique to consolidate power quickly and work to build a standing army.
• Following the Fantastic Masquerade Salal Santos has grown deeply infatuated with Princess Alessandra, known in Kagun as the Princess of the Isle.
• The relationship between the Confederation and the Principality warms as well and some Cahoosa workers and boat builders are sent to aid in the Ancerin university project.

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Cacique Atohi Santos
Diplomacy: 2
Military: 4
Curiosity: 2
Faith: 4

Round boosts: +1 Curiosity, +1 Diplomacy

[moossabi]

Dhuda Besina's Round 1 actions

Current Council of Uca Jajaka:

• Pralkemiri (60 yrs in power) (eldest)
• Vinariun (27 yrs in power)
• Oshenvar (1 yr in power)

1. [Cur] Seeking a way to access the world beyond, in the year 100 Oshenvar mobilizes a large workforce to build a great staircase on the region's northern corner. It is quite a crude work, but it is stable enough to ascend safely. {lesser project} [1/2]
2. [Cur] Seeking a way to access the world beyond, in the year 100 Oshenvar mobilizes a large workforce to build a great staircase on the region's northern corner. It is quite a crude work, but it is stable enough to ascend safely. {lesser project continuation} [2/2]
3. [Mil] Knowing that the new stairs should be equipped to deal with any major hostile threat, Pralkemiri travels throughout the land in search of able-bodied Dhuda Loka to guard the construction. {raise 1000 troops in Dhuda Besina}
4. [Fai] Vinariun, seeking to remain relevant, holds a grand sermon at the peak of Padaa Vahara to console those who are nervous about meeting people from beyond the basin. The effect is a success, and the Dhuda Loka are ready and willing to enter the world beyond. {no mechanical effect}
5. [Fai] Towards the end of 101, Vinariun and Oshenvar lead the first group of Dhuda Loka (riding Nadi Suana) up the stairs. At the top, they create a shrine made up of fallen branches to claim an area approximately 1 square kilometer in large. And so, it all begins. {no mechanical effect (the square kilometer is withing the region's borders)}

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Diplomacy: 2
Curiosity: 4 + 1
Military: 2
Faith: 5 + 1
Luck: 4

(expected stat changes represented by [+ n]s.

[Tychris1]

The Great Clans of Nifhel
The Harbringer Lochbar

Actions:

• Raise a band of marauders from amongst the clans [Military]
• Raise a band of marauders from amongst the clans [Military]
• Raise a band of marauders from amongst the clans [Military]
• Raise a band of marauders from amongst the clans [Military]
• Raise a band of marauders from amongst the clans [Military]

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Oglaf Shieldbreaker of the Clan Asgerstan, in a fit of drunken hubris, has challenged and defeated the Horseman War in a duel! The Nifelic people are quite shocked, as the previous horsemen Fjendal Alfsson was said to be as tall as a mountain. Though the Shieldbreaker family is pleased to have the prestige of counting a Horsemen amongst their kin, such a financial burden threatens to sink them under.

Rumors abound of some sort of foreigner visiting Nifhel to deliver some kind of message or invitation, but most believe it to be a silly notion. Who would be foolish enough to travel through Nifhel just to invite the Great Clans to a party?

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Mil:5
Faith: 5
Cur: 3
Dip: 3
Luck: 1

Expected Bonuses: +2 Mil

[woolli264]

Lignummus
King Alvin I

Actions:
[Curiosity] Create the Jungle Jaunt trading route and add one stack of wood to it
[Curiosity] Send explorers east in hopes of finding new people and adventures
[Curiosity] Send explorers south in hopes of finding new people and adventures
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[Military] Begin construction of a martial arts academy on the forest floor directly under Loftree
[Curiosity] Send explorers west to investigate and observe our scaly neighbors behaviors.

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In an attempt to find other civilizations king Alvin has sent explorers in all directions. He himself led a party to the emerald floored country of Xeroas where he established good relations with Hilden the Amal Zaj leader. Alvin then proceeded to offer trade with the Amal Zaj further strengthening their relationships. A military academy has been started so that when the other explorers return the lignummese may better defend themselves from opposing neighbors.
The Doushi Den now holds the most power of all the dens followed closely by Genbu Den.

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King Alvin I
5 curiosity, 4 military, 3 diplomacy, 1 faith, 2 luck
+1 curiosity

[Lord_Burch]

Kingdom of the Akti

King Gaius Vasil

1. [Curiosity] In the interest of expanding the realm, King Gaius sends ships to the east in search of new lands.
2. [Curiosity] In the interest of expanding the realm, King Gaius sends ships to the south in search of new lands.
3. [Military] In preparation for the coming conflict with Litius, King Gaius orders the creation of the beginnings of a new standing army. Raise 1,000 soldiers in Kherson.
4. [Military] Raise 1,000 soldiers in Kherson.
5. [Diplomacy]

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WIP

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• The Archon of Litius, as he prepares his forces for war with the Sea King, is facing resistance and even open defiance from some of the Archos who wish to avoid war, fearing it will mean the destruction of the city.
• The Sea King's youngest son, Iunius, is currently unmarried and is rumored to have had an illegitimate child by a serving maid- though none are willing to risk the wrath of the King and openly say this.

[DimpleLoamsdown]

Grand Sheep Jack XII's actions Region 141
1) Add 1 stack of Chicken to the Jungle Jaunt. (Curiosity)
2) Recruit ground troops (Military)
3) Start Great Project: Stable Education System (Diplomacy)
4) Explore South of Adrax Awaria (Curiosity)
5) Recruit Ground troops (Military)
Expected stat boosts:+1 military +1 Curiosity

[Dracolon]

Round 1 - The Preeminence of Hortis
280

Fluffy Stuff

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• Humans on the far side of Blackspire Pass tell tales of the Wandering Clans building a city on the far side of the mountains. Hope is strong that the mines of this great city may be the answer to the lack of regional metal.
• With the increased activity around central points of worship the leadership of Conlarbores has dispatched several members of the ruling Tufted Ears to act as the voice of the king. For the most part these nobles seem to focus of establishing peace between the religion folk and the locals as well as making sure peace and justice continue despite the influx of travelers.
• The king is to be wed! The eldest daughter of his great aunt’s third son has matured to a fine lady and is said to be one of the most beautiful ladies of the land. The wedding is scheduled for the spring of 103.
• Rumor of another sizable city to the southeast have prompted the king to send scouts, sightings along the border tell of another breed of Nitent’oculis

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In the northern part of Conlarbores is wide valley known for its abundant game, the trees here grow tall but with sparse foliage and the grassy forest floor feeds many herds of deer and elk. The locals called it the sunlit woods, the nobles called it the summer hunting grounds, and the elders called it the shrouded forest. Every morning the woods fills with a dense mist that rolls down the mountain sides and hides the grazing game before the abundant beams of sunlight burn away the fog and hunters issue forth from local villages to gather food for their families.

It was on one such morning just after the day had burned away the last of the ground clouds that a young Plain One set forth with bow in hand. During his hunt he found a majestic deer with antlers that towered like frosted ice spikes above the small trees and shrubs and was larger then the shaggy cows wandering the hills. He swore to all that would listen at the tavern that night his arrows had been true and the beast had bolted unhindered by a killing blow. Most took him for a touched fool or a man so deep in sorrow from a poor hunt that he had meet the cup hard that night.

As the days turned into weeks more and more hunters spotted the beast and the local shaman declared the animal an avatar of Elacervus, high spirit over prey. The deer was here to test the hunters and see if they were truly worthy of the hunt. Whether true or not the news spread and soon other shamans came to the area looking to spot him and pass their own judgment on what was hiding in the woods. Along with the religious shamans more hunters came to test their skill against the mythical game inhabiting the area which is now called more and more often Elacervus’ Run.

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Redwoods have long been the center of faith for the Ceratogaulus druids they believe them to be the aspects of the great mother tree, Arborealis, which once grew on top of the world. Few of these giants grow in the lands of Conlarbores and they are all well documented by the faithful. In the south there was a fire started by a storm of light and sound. One of the great mother’s trees fell to the mighty storm and the local druids mourned its loss.

After ceremonially burying a seed from the great tree in the burned out grove the druids departed to travel and pray at the nearest brother to their lost aspect. Two weeks later they returned home from their pilgrimage and found a mighty tree sprouting from the seed. The soot choked ground around the great redwood was riddled with tendrils of life and flowers bloomed in the snaking lines of grass adding color to the gray of death.

Tending to the grove they were stuck between awe and alarm at the speed with which the tree grew and soon sent for an arch-druid. After studying the tree for a month the arch-druid declared the tree to be an avatar of the great mother tree which had blessed the entire area with new stronger life. Soon many druids made pilgrimages to the Arborealis’ Grove to see this wonder of life given to them by the great mother tree.

Mechanics Stuff
King Adriendel Sharpclaw
Diplomacy: 3
Military: 2
Curiosity: 3
Faith: 5
Luck: 3

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1. [Faith] Local taverns begin to maintain lists of great white deer sightings. Hunters and shamans flood the area for a chance to see the rare game. Elacervus’ Run (1/5)
2. [Faith] Druids flock to the south and set up a makeshift camp surrounding the great tree. Arborealis’ Grove (1/5)
3. [Curiosity] A clowder of Nitent’oculis scouts is dispatched to the southeast of Conlarbores, they are tasked with helping a trio of Ceratogaulus cartographers with exploration of the area. Roll
4. [Curiosity] Elder Ceratogaulus start to list local plants and their uses in a codex. They are aided in this by a few Nitent’oculis hunters skilled in herb lore and trail plants.
5. [Military] Raise 1,000 Ceratogaulus Shield Bearers in Conlarbores to protect the region. (1 Land Unit in 280)

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• Send emissaries to 281 (Western Aladar) to establish peaceful contact.
• Attend the The Fantastic Masquerade

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Faith: +1
Curiosity: +1
Luck: +1

[Silverbit]

Fiid, round 1/100-101
High Tirk Rabhid

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Drums beat and horns blew as soldiers of the Rabhid Dynasty mustered. Only a few were present now, but soon more would arrive from outlying regions. The sun glared off sword blades and shield rims. The spectacle was watched by Tirk Rabhid, head of the Rabhid Dynasty, from a balcony of the Kaib palace.
"Do you think they're enough?"
"They should be, my lord."
One of the young lord's advisors stood next to him, grey-haired Kur of the Dradhid noble family.
"Beyond the bounds of your lands, we expect only barbarians and animals. Possibly both. Unlike the civilised folk to our north and south, those westerners have no kings, no lords above a chieftain. Or so it is said, my lord."
"The scouts will return shortly, Lord Drahid. Then we'll know. I can only hope that they have wells in the west. We lost more to water riots than old age last month."

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1. [CURIOSITY] Send explorers northwest, into undiscovered lands.
2. [CURIOSITY] Send explorers southwest, into undiscovered lands.
3. [CURIOSITY] Send explorers west, into undiscovered lands.
4. [MILITARY] Raise one unit of troops, in preparation for aggressive expansion.
5. [MILITARY] Raise one unit of troops, for the same purpose.

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+1 Military

Ruler:

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High Tirk Rabhid
D 2
M 4
C 2
F 5
L 5

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It is whispered that some of the more thirst-stricken Fiid are drinking the blood of the dead. Surely this can only be a vile rumour?
Some nobles gossip that Tirk is preparing to marry. The identity of his spouse is unknown.
The words "DUST, DUST, ONLY DUST" have been carved on the wall of Lady Mham Drahid's citadel, in Kaib. The perpetrator is unknown, as is the meaning of the message. Drahid soldiers are investigating.

[ZakThar]

The Island Nation of Melrakki-ey
Current Chief- Zin'Aii Refr

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[Military] The citizens of Melrakki-ey are growing ever-more curious of the lands past their known area of the island. Zin'Aii Refr has a regiment of 1,000 Warriors trained, as to assist with the exploration process. (1 land unit)
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[Curiosity] Explorers, accompanied by warriors, explore north/northwest. (Exploring region 239) (Roll)
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[Curiosity] Explorers, accompanied by warriors, continue their exploration to the north. (Exploring region 238) (Roll)
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[Diplomacy] Zin'Aii Refr believes that if his explorers are to find areas to colonize, or other nations to trade with, then there will be need for a large port. He has workers set forth on creating a major trading hub in the bay known as Magi. (The Magi Natural Harbor Trading Post) [1/5] (Region 240)
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[Diplomacy 5 - Cultural Identity: An Olive Branch made of Jarnvior] "Jarnvior does not break so easily, and neither should the olive branch that symbolizes peace. As we explore new lands, let us not forget that there may be other tribes or nations out there. We know the major divide that bloodshed can create, as it is our history, but that does not mean we cannot leave a legacy of peace and prosperity. If we come across others, let it be known that we shall not simply extend an olive branch to them, but an olive branch made of Jarnvior." - Zin'Aii Refr, speaking to a large crowd in front of The Great Hall of the Refr family. (Diplomacy Colonization die size increased from 2d6 to 2d8)
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The people of Melrakki-ey are excited at the thought of expansion, peace, and trade. Their chief, Zin'Aii Refr, has enacted many new changes to aid the will of his people. Though, there is some controversy brewing about building up the military, even if they are to assist with the exploration process.

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Chief: Zin'Aii Refr
Current Stats:

• Diplomacy: 5
• Military: 4
• Curiosity: 5
• Faith: 3
• Luck: 4

Expected Stat Increases:

• Diplomacy +1
• Curiosity +1
• Luck +1

[Geckus]

The Wandering Clans
Kuldir Ironsong, the Master Architect

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1. <Curiosity> To lay the foundations for their great works, the Clans must know more of the lands and people around them. To this end, the Master Architect has dispatched a wagon team to explore the lands to the north-west. Roll = 11
2. <Curiosity> To lay the foundations for their great works, the Clans must know more of the lands and people around them. To this end, the Master Architect has dispatched a wagon team to explore the lands to the north-east. Roll = 15
3. <Curiosity> In response to the unlawful acts committed by these followers of 'K'juuda the Ravager', the local architect dispatches a party of drimma and men to investigate the crime and find the culprits. Roll = 17
   
4. <Curiosity 5> Expanding their mining operations deeper in the Sky-Reach Mountains, the Clans unearth a vein of precious silver. (Add [Silver] minor resource to 281)
5. <Curiosity> Under the direction of the Master Architect, the drimma have begun work on their new city, carving the beginning of their great halls and deep tunnels into the mountain behind the Clan House. Great Project [1 of 5].
6. <Military> The Master Architect announces the appointment of Perli Steelblood to the post of High Fortifier. She raises a force of Military Engineers to begin defensive works. (1 Land Unit in 281)

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• While many of the scattered Families of the Wandering Clans have settled in Aladar, there have been sightings of Clan wagons in several provinces across the west. Will these scattered bands of drimma find their way towards the newly established Clan home, or will some other fate befall these isolated dwarven families?
• The Master Architect announces the appointment of Perli Steelblood to the post of High Fortifier; making her the ranking military officer of the Wandering Clans. Her first act as High Fortifier was to raise of force of military engineers, with the stated intention of beginning defensive works to secure the lands claimed by the Clans.
• The Master Architect has dispatched a number of wagon teams to explore the unknown lands to the north in hopes of establishing contact with those known nations closest to Aladar. "To lay the foundations for our great works, the Clans must know more of the lands and people around them. This step is but the first of many in our newest journey."

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Current Stats
Diplomacy 4, Military 4, Curiosity 5, Faith 3, Luck 1

Expected Stat Bonuses
Curiosity +2

[TheTrainman]

Aviarchy of Peregin
Aviarch Garrod Balfour

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1. Explore territory to the north (curiosity)
2. Explore territory to the east (curiosity) http://www.giantitp.com/forums/shows...7&postcount=87
3. Raise unit of cliffwatch rangers (land unit) to defend borders (military)
4. Raise second unit of cliffwatch rangers (land unit) (military)
5. Begin construction of the Great Apothecary of Caladrius in order to catalogue medicinal and alchemic recipes (Great Project 1/5) (Curiosity)

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Current Stats:
Diplomacy 5
Curiosity 5 (+1 expected)
Military 4 (+1 expected)
Faith 1
Luck 3 (+1 expected)

[Psilulz]

Northern Realm of Aardrosil
Led by Ehv'amhyr an Khuuldrumm

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1. [Military] Actions 1-4 Recruit 4 units of Pathfinders
2. [Diplomatic] Action 5 Cultural Identity: Great Explorers
   Alters the curiosity roll made for exploration from 2d6 to 2d8

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The citizenry grows curious about the outside world with spirits communing about the outside world beginning to change. This also sparks an interest in domestic defense, in anticipation of more common raids and banditry, and perhaps worst of all, invasion.

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Current Stats
Diplomacy 5
Military 3
Curiosity 5
Faith 2
Luck 1

Expected Stat Bonuses
+2 Military

[BladeofObliviom]

City-State of Krozna
Mirzahib Shou Al-Riku

Actions:

1. [Military] Press One Thousand Ghuls to service. Raise 1 Land Unit.
2. [Military] Rebuild the Glorious Kroznat Navy! Raise 1 Naval Unit.
3. [Military] Rebuild the Glorious Kroznat Navy! Raise 1 Naval Unit.
4. [Military] Rebuild the Glorious Kroznat Navy! Raise 1 Naval Unit.
5. [Curiosity] Explore the Peninsula to the Southeast of Wormwood. Roll.

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Current Stats
Diplomacy: 5
Military: 2
Curiosity: 4
Faith: 2
Luck: 2


Expected Stat Bonuses:
Military +2

[Zayuz]

Dynasty of Escaye



Ruled By: Hilden, The Golden Leader (Yellow Amal-Zaj)

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1. [Curiosity] Send a large scouting force to the west (15 Total)
2. [Curiosity] After getting into the heart of the region, spit a second group from the first to charter explore the southern region and pursue the 'Cult of Avlen' (14 Total)
3. [Faith] Start construction of a great temple made of emerald in the center of the city. [1/5]
4. [Diplomacy 5] Establish Cultural Identity 'Inquisitors' (Resist conversion rolls increase from 2D6 to 2D8)
5. [Faith] Priests denounce the cult of Avlen, claiming it to be heresy. The government does their best to investigate this matter; looking into tomes and historic documents for information involving such a name. (Discover the pantheon of four dragons- The base for my future religion.) [1/2]

Exploration path:

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• Inquisitors: Due to the recent drama involving the 'cult of Avlen', some of the population have taken on the roll of actively denouncing the religion. This would work well for the government, except they are doing so to all religions that are not their own rather than only that one.
• The Temple of Earth: A large project has been started to create 'the temple of earth'. This temple will be made purely of emerald, and used for the worship of religion and ceremonies. It is located just over the lake in the center of Xeroas, and will use support pillars underwater to support it's weight. It has been talked up to look 'magnificent'.
• The 'Cult of Avlen': The group of Zaj to the south has caused a lot of conflict in the way religion should be regarded or at what point it might be accepted. The general public is outraged, with the introduction of self-employed inquisitors and the spark of religious debates. The government has decided they need more information before making a decision, and as such they are researching this 'cult' and it's history.
• General News: A group of explorers from the south had wandered into the territory of the Dynasty. They were met with a few confused residents before a formal declaration from the king, who treated them kindly and fairly; hoping to establish a peace treaty with them. He provided them with a small amount of emeralds to take home, as well as the promise to fulfill their request of a trade route within the near future. The populace feels uneasy about this, but find it a minor event compared to the larger 'cult' drama going on.

More to be added for each point.

Current Stats:
Age: 30 years

Diplomacy: 5
Military: 2
Curiosity: 3
Faith: 5
Luck: 3

Expected improvements: Curiosity +1, Faith +1

[The Blue Guard]

The Shafar Kingdom
Previous Rounds: n/a

The Coronation Celebration at the Meel Dhagax Weyn

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The Meel Dhagax Weyn, the ‘Great Stone Place’, is believed by the Dhulciran to be the most important place in the world. According to the oldest story, “The Land, the Sky, and the Tree”, it was here that the Dhulciran became the Dhulciran, the ‘People of Land and Sky’, through an ancient bargain with both. Since then, it is said by them, they have held all their most important rites and rituals, and today it hosted the coronation celebration of Ganbaatar, the new boqorka of the Shafar, and ruler of Shafarstan.

As with everything created by the Dhulciran, there was little permenance. Three days ago, the day of the coronation, a tent city of mirth and celebration had simply blossomed into being over the course of the day. Even now, after the coronation itself is finished, new tents rise as latecomers make their appearance. The seed of this tent city is the tents of the Shafar, raised up above all others by a two foot high platform of stone. It was there that the coronation itself was held, and it is there that the new boqorka sat with the leaders of the Kibirka, the Hnaasin, the Damac, the Cadho, and the Kacsi — the five clans that had, before Ganbaatar’s father, Otgonbayar, conquered them, ruled their own kingdoms and crowned their own boqorka.

The relationship between the leaders of the six greatest clans of the lands surrounding the Meel Dhagax Weyn was still new, however, and nobody was entirely sure how to act around the others. Technically, the Shafar ruled them, and so by tradition they were in the same position as any other leader of any other subordinate clan. They still had clans subordinate to them, though, and so in many ways they acted as a kind of ‘lesser’ boqorka.

The first to break the uncomfortable silence was Enebish, a young ruler like Ganbaatar who had come to inherit the leadership of the Damac. Her mother had allied her clan with the Shafar early, claiming greater wisdom in her advanced age, and the Damac had been rewarded greatly in return. Enebish had continued her mother’s policy, and was a good friend to Ganbaatar. “We are two days into the celebration, and we have only five more before it ends. Five days have never seemed so short.”

“They have never seemed longer to me,” answered Asugbal, leader of the Kibirka. They had been the last to surrender to the Shafar, and even then they had couched their surrender in other terms. Despite this, though, they were treated well by Ganbaatar’s father due to his admiration of how quickly they adapted to open warfare. Asugbal was also the only one there who seemed to not be having fun.

Oyuun, leader of the Cadho, half-heartedly threw a lump of greasy mutton in Asugbal’s direction. They had been the most enthusiastic adopters of open warfare, and they had fought hard against the Shafar, but in the end their enthusiasm was their downfall. “He’s a dour bastard, but I can’t help but agree with him. The music is soothing, the food fattening, and the drink inebriating, but it’s all too damn tame! There should be contests! A tartanka with two teams of a thousand riders every day at least!”

“There’s injuries enough when there’s only two-hundred riders,” chided Dei, leader of the Hnaasin. They had allied with the Shafar, but only after a series of confusing battles in which nothing had really been accomlished. This note of confusion had continued even after, and today relations between the Hnaasin and the Shafar were very muddied. “Two-thousand riders? I can’t even begin to guess how many would be hurt.”

Oyuun shrugged a shoulder in response. “If they aren’t capable of staying on their horse they shouldn’t participate,” she said.

“I think it’s a great idea,” piped up Bala, leader of the Kacsi. They had fought hard like the Kibirka, but they hadn’t the will or the genius to adapt to open warfare, and so after several disasterous battles they surrendered. After, though, they were willing subjects, aiding the Shafar alongside the Damac early. “It would be better than holding ten tartankas a day, and far more exciting.”

“Tradition dictates that it’s only a hundred riders on each time,” said Ganbaatar at last.

“Like your father ever cared about tradition,” grumbled Oyuun.

Ganbaatar glared at Oyuun. “My father did what he thought was right, and I will do what I think is right,” he snapped. “The tartanka is an important-”

“You don’t need to say it again,” interupted Asugbal. “We heard it just fine the first time when you made your big speech. You think the tartanka is important and that we shouldn’t abandon or alter it. I think Oyuun’s idea has merit, though, and Bala is right... it would be much more exicitng.”

Ganbaatar let out a long sigh as Dei spoke up in defence of keeping the tartanka as traditional as possible with Enebish supporting. Oyuun didn’t contribute much more to the case Bala and Asugbal were making than more excited suggestions for bigger and more exciting contests and events. The day continued like that — the new boqorka and the leaders of the five most powerful clans eating, talking, and drinking while singers and musicians sang and played — as did the remaining five days of the celebration. Eventually, on the fifth day of the celebration, it was decided that a new kind of tartanka with seven-hundred riders per team could be played on special occasions — a hundred riders from each of the major clans, and a hundred riders from the rest.

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Boqorka Ganbaatar
Attributes
Diplomacy: 3
Military: 5
Curiosity: 2
Faith: 1
Luck: 2

Attribute Increases (This Round)
Military +1
Curiosity +1
Luck +0.5

1 [Military] Raise Troops!

With the rise of a new boqorka, a new dawn rises on the Dhulciran kingdom of the Shafar. Seeking to further consolidate his clan's power the new boqorka oversees the creation of a 'Royal Army' comprised of the greatest riders from each of the clans. The boqorka entices the riders of the clans by using good service in his 'Royal Army' as a justification for rewards for the rider and the rider's clan. At first only riders from the boqorka's allies respond, but with the promise of reward many minor clans send their best too. As a result of the growing response, the major clans begin to begrudgingly send riders of their own. Soon the first thousand riders are assembled, and even the smallest clan has at least one rider in their midst.

2 [Military] Raise Troops!

The new boqorka continues to expand his 'Royal Army'.

3 [Curiosity] Exploration! [roll]

Shafar riders are sent north with explicit orders to explore the lands beyond Shafarstan that divide them from the cities of Kherson.

4 [Curiosity] Exploration! [roll]

As one group of riders thunders north, another group with a similar mission is sent east.[/B]

5 [Military] Raise Troops!

The new boqorka continues to expand his 'Royal Army'.

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News & Rumours

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News
[100] After nearly thirty years since Ganbataar's father, Otgonbayar, became boqorka of the Shafar — and nearly a decade and a half since Otgonbayar unified the Dhulciran of Shafarstan — the son has risen to rule the people his father united. The coronation is held during a week long celebration at the Meel Dhagax Weyn.

[100-101] The young riders of the Dhulciran, as they always have, venture forth as raiders. These roving bands, however, do not stay within the lands of the united Dhulciran. 'Encouraged' by the former boqorka, and now strenously encouraged by the new boqorka, the young riders venture further afield, and many such parties of young riders find themselves causing mayham as far away as Kherson.

[101, Winter] The winter winds descend on the Dhulciran with unusual ferocity this year! Some claim that the new boqorka has upset the wind, and that it now takes out its fury on all the Dhulciran.

Rumors
[101, Winter] Some claim that the wind is angry at the Shafar clan for breaking the tradition of the tartanka with their conquest, and while this theory is hurt by the delayed reaction it nevertheless proves popular among the dissatisfied.