Civ 5 mutliplayer GMR 14 On the Euro

[Illven]

So seeing as how nearly half the GMR games are done and over with.

GMR 1 was won to a concede, GMR 2 died as far as I can tell. GMR 3 was won by conquest, GMR 4 was won by Science, GMR 6 died, and GMR 9 is a scenario that was won.

I figured we needed more GMR games.

But I needed a gimmick, something to differentiate it from all other games.

Then it hit me.

A huge map.

10-14 players (ideally), striving for dominance!

The map would be a vote, (As long as I can control size)

And then, since there are so many players, I figured I'd roll randomly for us to pick civ's in order.

That or random, I'll let you vote.

So who's with me?

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Illven Siam
Dada Egypt.
Raygallade Swedish
Narkis Aztec
Silverraptor Iroquois
OrcusMcP Huns
Thatonehawk Persia
Gnomish pride Poland
tropical punch Moroccan
The_Snark Byzantium
Mr.Silver Carthage
Closet skeleton Venice
Datsmore French

4 vote for random civs. 2 vote for picks.

2 Vote for Pesudo-europe, 1 vote for Real world simulation map, 3 votes for a non-wrap around map.

Gentlemenly diplomacyish rules

-If two or more players are at war. Either player can call for a halt of the turn timer so they can negotiate without feeling rushed. Either of the involved players in the war, can call for an end to the negotiations.
-If you think you have an agreement or alliance with someone, ask for it in-game.

[Dada]

I'm game! I don't really care about map type or civ selection procedure, so I'll abstain on those votes but I assume we'll be playing with all expansions and dlc?

[Illven]

I'm game! I don't really care about map type or civ selection procedure, so I'll abstain on those votes but I assume we'll be playing with all expansions and dlc?

Definitely the expansions. Not sure about the DLC.

If we can though, I'd like to.

[RayGallade]

You can list me tentatively, I've been reading these for so long that I want to join in. Just know, however, that once December rolls around there will be about three weeks where I more than likely won't be able to do anything. That, and I've never done anything with GMR before.

I've got everything, so I'm good for whatever we do.

[Illven]

You can list me tentatively, I've been reading these for so long that I want to join in. Just know, however, that once December rolls around there will be about three weeks where I more than likely won't be able to do anything. That, and I've never done anything with GMR before.

I've got everything, so I'm good for whatever we do.

Okay, if that's the case, we're going to strongly insist that you set vacation mode for those three weeks.

[Narkis]

Count me in. And I vote for random order of picking civs.

[Silverraptor]

I'll be in if we're doing random civilizations. I prefer going into the game without an overall plan and adapt depending on the civilization I get.

[OrcusMcP]

I'll put my hat into the ring, as I like the gimmick we would be going for, but if we do go for a big game, we should do a map that's one size too small for the amount of players. Force a little more border tension.

Either that, or I will put my perennial recommendation for a non-wrapping map in.

I'm fine for either random order picking or straight up random civs.

[Illven]

I'll put my hat into the ring, as I like the gimmick we would be going for, but if we do go for a big game, we should do a map that's one size too small for the amount of players. Force a little more border tension.

Either that, or I will put my perennial recommendation for a non-wrapping map in.

I'm fine for either random order picking or straight up random civs.

Orcus I said it last time. GMR 4 had too little players. Your problem could have been likely solved by having the recommend number of players.

GMR 13 had normal amounts, and we had border tension in there.

[TheOneHawk]

I like picking my civilization, so I'll vote for that. Definitely in, though.

[OrcusMcP]

Orcus I said it last time. GMR 4 had too little players. Your problem could have been likely solved by having the recommend number of players.

*shrug* Fair enough. I still maintain a box map should get used in one of these at some point.

[Illven]

*shrug* Fair enough. I still maintain a box map should get used in one of these at some point.

Okay. I know one of them is Highlands, but that's being used, and I don't really want to do just bigger GMR 13.

What are the other ones?

[Ryuho Tsugu]

GMR 13 had normal amounts, and we had border tension in there.

Yes. Yes we did.

I will tentatively add my interest in another game, though I'm still taking 13 a little hard.

[tropical_punch]

I'd be down to join one of these :)

[The_Snark]

I've got a slot open, so sure, let's start up another of these.

[Illven]

Okay. That's 10, which could start the timer for player sign ups.

But since 2 players are only a maybe. I'm adverse to starting one right now.

[tropical_punch]

I'll also throw my vote in for random civs, while we're at it.

[OrcusMcP]

Okay. I know one of them is Highlands, but that's being used, and I don't really want to do just bigger GMR 13.

What are the other ones?

The pseudo-europe one is probably the best one to use for this, but any of the real world continent/country simulating maps will do.

[RayGallade]

I suppose I'll throw my vote in for random civs.

[The_Snark]

The pseudo-europe one is probably the best one to use for this, but any of the real world continent/country simulating maps will do.

Pseudo-Europe sounds fun, let's do that. Just like the Into the Renaissance scenario! Only without the special rules, and hopefully a little less interminable.

I'll probably go for a random civ myself, but no strong opinions on whether everyone ought.

[Mx.Silver]

Eh, I've only got one game going at the moment, might as well throw my hat in this one too. Random civs are fine with me, although if we're picking a specific theme for the game and map, imposing a thematic limit on civ choice might work too.

In regards to the map, I would note that from what I've seen of pseudo-europe (and indeed a lot of the 'real-world' region maps) natural wonders tend to be rather scarce, which can impact things a bit, especially if someone's playing Spain. Although that's probably less of an issue than Pseudo-Earth's infamously wonky start location placements.
Still, I'm happy to go along with whatever it is people want.

[Closet_Skeleton]

I'll join if there's space, but don't have much hope for the viability of such a big game.

[Narkis]

Why not just play a normal wraparound map? Map borders create inbalances that influence strategy too much.

Also, if we go with completely random civs, I reserve the right to quit on the spot if I roll an awful one.

[Mx.Silver]

Also, if we go with completely random civs, I reserve the right to quit on the spot if I roll an awful one.

You realise this translates as "don't send me an invite link for a game with random civs" right?

[Narkis]

You realise this translates as "don't send me an invite link for a game with random civs" right?

If that's the case, so be it. I prefer not to play at all than play as, say, Venice.

[TheOneHawk]

Venice is my favourite civ

[Ryuho Tsugu]

Well, if we have twelve players, I guess I'll remove the "tentative" qualifier on my interest in playing.

I reserve the right to ragequit if I find myself in another hopeless situation though.

Also, with an oversized map, have you considered setting the maximum number of city-states?

[Illven]

Well, if we have twelve players, I guess I'll remove the "tentative" qualifier on my interest in playing.

I reserve the right to ragequit if I find myself in another hopeless situation though.

Also, with an oversized map, have you considered setting the maximum number of city-states?

Wouldn't that give Morocco, and Austria a boost though?

[Illven]

I'm going to give 6 more days for player interest by the way.

[Mx.Silver]

Wouldn't that give Morocco, and Austria a boost though?

Let's not forget Venice, Greece and Siam