Civ 5 GMR 16 Reject Earth Edition

[Illven]

Where can I see this?

Go to the individual game page.

Then recent turns.

[Shishnarfne]

Go to the individual game page.

Then recent turns.

Thank you!

[Illven]

In light of Venices repeated attacks on Dutch interest, we are saddened to inform the world that a state of war must exist, until the Venice people learn to not meddle in the affairs of others.

~Emperor William.

[Nerd-o-rama]

This is uncalled-for, unnecessary, and unwise. We would have preferred to settle things with peaceful diplomacy, but the Netherlands' underhanded use of skullduggery and warfare only prove the necessity of sanctioning them economically and praying for the widows of their sailors.

[Illven]

Spoiler: Spectator war update

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So my first worry was that Venice would immediately rush buy an a.bomb.



But they didn't I suppose they don't have the money.



The city state sends troops our way.



As we start to vote on a world leader.



As our city state connections are broken thanks to Anatrica.



Our city starts taking potshots at Melbourne troops.



Our citizens fight the barbarian scum.



We move the great scientist out of the city.



Our air force can't do anything yet.




Our navy hunts for barbs.

[The_Snark]

First Captain Suleiman of the Greater Ottostralian Union would like to register his displeasure with the World Congress's recent decision. While we understand that Ankh-Morpork and the Netherlands have serious grievances with one another, outlawing all trade in the region is harmful to uninvolved parties. We request that in future, you settle disputes in a more civilized fashion, such as intercontinental warfare.

[Nerd-o-rama]

The Patriciandent would like to assure the First Captain that we are working on that on our end, although it appears that the Netherlands have forgotten to upgrade their navy to modern standards before declaring a trans-oceanic war.

I must say, though, these Going-Under-The-Water-Safely-Devices they invented are quite amusing.

[Illven]

Spoiler: Sunday spectator war update

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As Venician subs start pillaging our trade routes.




And barbarians annoy city connections.



And yet I still can't see.



As the Ottomans accept our trade offer.



As we keep at our influencing the city states.



And fail in some cases.



As Rotterdam starts a fast.



How is it being blockaded?



Our infantry conscript from the plantations of Melbourne.



And attack this Machine gun.



Our workers try to move back to New Orleans.









As the siege of Valetta continues.



Our frigate tries looking for subs, but finds none.



Rotterdam's guards can see no problems.



As we continue with these fancy railroads.




As our great scientist wait.



Paris's guards report no problems.



As Frigate reinforcements move to pillage trade routes freely.



Here we see Amsterdam turn out Blitz Paratroopers.



Rotterdam turning out a sub.



Urtecht turning out a battleship.



Orleans still working on a sub.



Same with Paris.



Lyon working on a cargo ship.




Here we see the Dutch form of governance.



And the world leader proposal.



We are the most well loved.




The tourism wars.



And the Venice space program.

[Nerd-o-rama]

Hey guys can you possibly bear with me while I revert and take my turn? I never got to it yesterday because I was suddenly adopted by a cat.


EDIT: eh you know what I don't want to undo EVERYONE's turns. Illven, how many of my subs did you kill while the AI was running them?

[Illven]

Surprisingly none. Your AI must have kept them on evade.

Spoiler: Spectator war update

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The planes of the dutch people move into combat.






Meanwhile our great scientist wait to be called.





As our work bands wait to be called.




As we hurriedly send the starving Rotterdam food.



And try to get our gold issues sorted out.



As railroad connections continue to be formed.



Our great General helps the protection of Valletta.



As our great admiral waits at Rotterdam.

[Nerd-o-rama]

No, you sniped one at some point. I discovered the actual problem of giving the AI a turn, though. They spend all of your gold on worthless crap. But it's my bad.

Speaking of wastes of gold, do we really want to shut down international trade entirely, save for the two collectivist nations? That seems rather backwards.

[Illven]

No, you sniped one at some point. I discovered the actual problem of giving the AI a turn, though. They spend all of your gold on worthless crap. But it's my bad.

Speaking of wastes of gold, do we really want to shut down international trade entirely, save for the two collectivist nations? That seems rather backwards.

I didn't take one out on my turn, it must have been the turn before.

[Nerd-o-rama]

Or we have barbarian subs, in which case let's just light all our money on fire right now.

[Illven]

Are you sure it wasn't my turn right before you were skipped?

Did it say you lost the sub, or is it just not where it should be?

[Nerd-o-rama]

It said it was destroyed by bombardment, but maybe Civ saved the notif to display it on a non-AI turn. That'd also explain it.

[Svata]

So, just read through the whole thread. Best of luck to both Ankh-Morphork and the Emperor of Oranges.

[Shishnarfne]

So, just read through the whole thread. Best of luck to both Ankh-Morphork and the Emperor of Oranges.

What, no love for Carthage?

I'll be visiting family for the next week. Is it too selfish of me to ask for a pause in the turn timer? I can't say that I trust the AI to handle the delicacies of the next few turns.

[Nerd-o-rama]

I'll take the turn timer off in a bit, although I would very much appreciate it if you were to remove that frigate from its present position before you go.

[Illven]

What, no love for Carthage?

I'll be visiting family for the next week. Is it too selfish of me to ask for a pause in the turn timer? I can't say that I trust the AI to handle the delicacies of the next few turns.

I kinda assume it's because you're not at war with another player.

[Svata]

Yeah. It was just about the war

[Nerd-o-rama]

You know, I forgot whether I noticed this way back, but William of Orange spawned on top of Citrus in this game. He really is the Emperor of Oranges.

[Illven]

You know, I forgot whether I noticed this way back, but William of Orange spawned on top of Citrus in this game. He really is the Emperor of Oranges.

I totally noticed this early on.

[Tehnar]

Ive been following all the GMR games and this one seems most interesting by far...but would like to see other nation spectator reports.

[Illven]

Ive been following all the GMR games and this one seems most interesting by far...but would like to see other nation spectator reports.

Hint, hint guys.

[Nerd-o-rama]

If only I weren't so lazy.

[Shishnarfne]

What, no love for Carthage?

I'll be visiting family for the next week. Is it too selfish of me to ask for a pause in the turn timer? I can't say that I trust the AI to handle the delicacies of the next few turns.

Thanks for waiting for me.

I have returned, and have a "gift" for everyone: the head of Oda Nobunaga! (Ok, ok, I left it on him, but still...)

...Does anyone have a suggestion about which hosting sites are considerate for posting an update? I might have to spread it out a bit, since I'd need to provide a lot of info.

[Illven]

I am in the middle of some high level complex diplomacy. If we could leave the timer off for now that would be great.

[The_Snark]

Dear Carthage:

We could not help but notice the flotilla of warships gathering off the coast of Istanbul. My military advisors have insisted that this can only be a prelude to an attack, but as there has never been any quarrel between our two nations, I am sure they must be mistaken. As such, I have concluded that they must have been intended as a goodwill offering to us, to supplement our navy. We gladly accept this gift in the spirit in which it is given.

Sincerely,
Captain Suleiman, First Navigator of the Ottonesian Empire

P.S. - some of your sailors were apparently confused about their orders, and elected to sink their ships rather than allow us to take possession. We hope you clear that up for them!

[Nerd-o-rama]

Spoiler: The Snark;Ottomans

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Your assistance is noted and appreciated.

Speaking of troop buildups on borders, we can't help but notice that the sprawling land forces of Carthage's worker-owned military-industrial complex are on our borders as well, after absorbing our Polynesian and Japanese neighbors.

In Ankh-Morpork, and in our confederation of allies, we do not pick fights. We actively deter. The tide of Carthaginian aggression will be stopped before it reaches our city.

Don't worry, though, we'll be done with it in another few years.

[Shishnarfne]

(Hmm, I must have been playing against the AI too much... they're not as eager at proactively seeking to deter invasion. I should have seen this coming. Good timing, both of you, preempting my plans.)

Carthage is saddened that her foes have chosen to strike against her militarily, though not too surprised.

We will defend ourselves with all available resources and technologies at our disposal. I suspect that you will find that we are quite capable as we turn our production heavily towards our defense.

Although this conflict was not at the time and place of our choice, we welcome the opportunity to face our foes openly on the field of battle. We hope to prevail. We will triumph, or will give our lives in the attempt. The die is cast.

And so it came to pass, that Carthage faced its greatest challenge;
Wars do not occur due to naval "misunderstandings" or "border disputes;"
Rather, they are the result of incompatible cultures and empires;
Each seeking to assert authority;
All refusing to retreat from the inevitable;
Carthage will triumph or perish;
We expect our enemies to be equally determined;
May the best emerge victorious