War in 1700 Cont.

[Lord Daskar]

I think it's just a new one, but that doesn't mean old alliances are broken, Tsar Groddil.

[Søren]

Err, hoping its a new one or I just got booted.

Yeah, weird we chose the exact same ones...

[Groddil]

So somehow I have taken over Russia, have I...Hmm...Very well, Soren, I grant you Kiev. Watch our borders successfully and you may keep the city.

[Søren]

Sweet, that's the part of Russia I want anyway.
So if I get the one city, can I have one nation?

[Lord Daskar]

Groddil, the Swedes would be interested in an alliance.

[Groddil]

I was interested in that as well. My one request, aside from the traditional no-fire policy, is that we can move some troops to Ingria in the event we need to launch ships. State what you want.

@Soren: I dunno. Technically Kiev was a gift, so its up to Wylder I guess. Mind you, rebellion will lead to execution, so don't try anything.

[Lord Daskar]

Of course Tsar, my condition is that we work as a team to wipe all other countries out.

[Groddil]

vilu

The other nations won't like that Lord Daskar. If I am to agree to this, it has to be on the condition we don't attack first, but rather wait until they are fighting amongst each other, then swoop in and destroy the victors before they can recover. I am already moving most of my troops to defend Russia's borders, I would suggest doing the same. Plus, we can move our soldiers quicker if they are all on alert.

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[Lord Daskar]

Groddil

I think it would be wise to now communicate through private letters such as this,   do you not agree? Also, with your approval, I think we should send an alliance offer to Sultan Sagetip of the Ottoman Empire.

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[Groddil]

Vilu

Very well, Vilu. Would you like to do the honors, or shall I? Also, Sandpaw appears to be up to something.

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[Lord Daskar]

Groddil

You may send it, I must study history.

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[LT Sandpaw]

OOC:

The Portuguese Empire During the Starting Events of this game:

Ruler: King Areiapata/Sandpaw II

Land Holdings: Portugal, The Netherlands, Gold Mining Colonies in Brazil and Venezuela, The Cape of Good Hope, Colonies in South Africa, Spice Ports in India, Colonies in Indonesia, and Dutch beaver colonies in North America.

Standing Military: 30,000 Regulars stationed in forts in Portugal, 20,000 stationed in forts in different oversea colonies. 20,000 Dutch Regulars stationed in forts in the Netherlands, 10,000 Dutch Regulars stationed in North American Colonies. Portuguese West Indies fleet patrolling the waters along the Cape of Good Hope trade rout, Portuguese Mediterranean fleet stationed in harbors along Portugal coast, The Dutch Atlantic fleet patrolling the waters between the New World and Europe, The Trade and exploration Fleet sailing between Europe, Americas, and India.

Trade Alliances: Everyone

Military Alliances: None

Enemies: Pirates


BIC:

*Portuguese exploration ships begin and round the world trip sailing due west and planning on traveling around Cape Horn. The Captain believes if the trip is a success then it would bring glory to Portugal. They set off towards Venezuela with the King's blessing.*

*Two Portuguese frigates capture a pirate vessel forcing the remaining crew to serve as a Portuguese privateer under a new captain. The vessel will sail the Indian ocean looking for unspecific merchant vessels to capture and loot.*

*Spice ships from India arrive in English, Spanish, and Ottoman harbors seeking to trade their wares for other valued resources.*

*In Portugal a large parade and celebration is held lasting for three days. Moral is high in the Empire.*

[Søren]

Well, if I can have Kiev and a nation, I'd want Poland.

[Groddil]

Vilu

I'm on it. I also have business with Soren.

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Soren

Lord Soren of Kiev,
I have decided after discussion with Lord Daskar of Sweden that we will become involved in any coming hostilities at a later date. Our forces will be periodically placed at points along the border with the bulk of our reserve stationed at Kiev. Should any two or more nations become involved in conflict, we will move our forces through allied countries, with their consent, and destroy the victors. If all goes to plan, you are to be given control of the conquered nations to keep order.
Sincerely, Tsar Vladimir Groddil I

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Sagetip

Most Honorable Sultan Sagetip of the Ottoman Empire,
As you may be aware Lord Daskar, ruler of Sweden, and I have formed an alliance and plan to annihilate all opposition within Europe. I am glad to say that you are not included among the opposition. We wish to extend an offer of peace to you in the hopes of forming an alliance. Should our plan succeed, we will be fine with your choosing of conquered nations to expand your powerful empire.
Yours Faithfully, Tsar Vladimir Groddil I, Ruler of Russia.

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OOC:
The Russian Empire during the starting events of this game:
Ruler: Tsar Vladimir Groddil I
Military Commander: Dimitri the Merciless.
Land Holdings: Russia, Siberia, Ukraine, Alaska.
Capital city: St. Petersburg.
Standing Military: 900,000 regular soldiers and nearly 250,000 irregulars (mostly Cossacks), stationed around the Empire. Most of these soldiers are enroute to the Empire's Eastern Borders. The Russian Navy is currently on standby in Ingria, Sweden. The Navy consists of:100 1st Rate ships-of-the-line, 200 Ships-of-the-line ranging from 2nd rate to 4th rate, 300 Frigates, and 400 Sloops.
Trade Alliances: Everyone.
Military Alliances: Sweden, Kiev (Under the control of Soren).
Formal Alliances: Portugal.
Alliances under review: None
Enemies: None yet.

BIC:
*Russian Military Forces begin to move away from their stations within the empire. Most of these troops move towards the Empire's Eastern borders with Lithuania-Poland and the Ottoman Empire.*

*A rear guard of 100, 000 men is left behind to keep an eye on the unconquered territory to the west, mainly China. Another group of 200, 000 remain at their posts to keep the peace.*

*A military alliance is formed with the Swedish Empire. The Russian Navy is moved to Ingria, Sweden.*

[Hickory]

OOC: I claim Venice.

To Delthion, Ruler of Hapsburg

By order of the sultan of the Ottoman Empire, this letter shall be delivered to Delthion and seen only by his eyes.

Highly Confidential

Greetings,

I have been approached by the joint leadership of Daskar and Tsar Groddil to join their force to conquer the rest of Europe. The Ottoman Empire sees no need and is happy as it is, and will fight for the protection of the continent from Daskar's ruling. I request an alliance against these invaders.

Warm regards,

The Sultan

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