Bandits and Mercenaries

Ok, got my log in figured out again, woo. My exams were actually last week... hehe, but I've had computer troubles last week and early this week. It seems to be in working order now. Now I just need to find my copy of MTW... might take me awhile. I have a bad habit of putting stuff not in use in odd places. Like the roof, or my backyard, or submerged at the bottom of lake michigan. Sigh...

Sorry Xiahou Lao (great name by the way), hate to keep you waiting... hopefully someone else takes my spot soon. Also, any mercenary willing to lend me some florins from their coffers to cover the rest of my maintainance costs? I won't be able to get them taken care of before the start of the month. I don't think I need too much, and of course, I'd pay it back. :D If that is possible Nigel? If not http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...c-furious3.gif http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...s/gc-argue.gif http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...ns/gc-wall.gif http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...ns/gc-wall.gif http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...ns/gc-wall.gif http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...ons/barrel.gif http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...cons/mecry.gif http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...s/ceasarno.gif http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...ons/barrel.gif http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...ons/barrel.gif http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...ns/gc-wall.gif http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...ns/gc-wall.gif http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...ns/gc-wall.gif http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...ns/gc-wall.gif http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...ns/gc-wall.gif http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...cons/mecry.gif http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...ns/gc-oops.gif

woo, lol... hopefully I'll find my game soon and get back into the swing of things.

Amatsu

Amatsu, im sure ur merc. comrades would love to lend you some money, the problem is, only one of them even has enough money to make it through the next payday http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...c-confused.gif http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...gc-stunned.gif http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...c-confused.gif

Hey Amatsu, good to have you back online https://forums.totalwar.org/forum/no...icons/wave.gif


As far as I am concerened, there is absolutely no problem with players lending money to each other. If you want, you can make any deals and agreements you can think of. Negotiating the terms and conditions is entirely up to you - no limit to your creativity here.
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https://forums.totalwar.org/forum/no...ns/gc-mask.gif thinking of it, you could even accept bribes from the bandits, if you are so inclined....

I'd perhaps lend some. But I'm a Bandit and my bandit buddies say, http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...s/ceasarno.gif.

alright nigel, i know I'm gonna sound like a broken record and all but this is really worrying me. this castle battle coming up, is, quite simply, unwinnable. (i lost to the AI on normal) now i have no problem with losing........if i actually have a chance at winning. thing is, while two catapults may be more than enough to break his walls, that morale bonus of his will kill me. my suggestion.... make this assault open for two bandits. still only have two catapults, but simply have two attackers. otherwise, i might as well give Ang the money now, and not risk having any of my units entirely annihilated. http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...cons/mecry.gif

http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...evalcheers.gif Octavian http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...evalcheers.gif

Hmm, Octavian, I had thought the moral bonus for the defender is only in SP games, not in MP. But this is something I am not really sure about.

But anyway...

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Quote[/b] ]...simply have two attackers. otherwise, i might as well give Ang the money now, and not risk having any of my units entirely annihilated

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You asked for it http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...ns/biggrin.gif
So here goes :

... slowly moving over the hill, Octavian and his men finally discovered Sir Longshanks' castle before them. Seeing the wood and stone walls rising high out of the morning mist and noticing Chimpyang's banner flying over the towers, their hearts sank and the blood left Octavians cheeks. "I am not attacking that, no way." he said to his second in command. "Turn back, and spread the word to the other gangs. We need reinforcements."

In the castle Sir Longshanks breathed a sigh of relieve. "Chimpyang, my dear friend You have saved my humble abode from the evil bandit. I know they`ll be back and if you want to stay, I will increase your pay to 900 Florins. Please don't say no. And meanwhile take this purse of 200 Florins now, as a sign of my gratitude. There will be another such bonus, if indeed the bandit should return with reinforcements."

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Quote[/b] (Xiahou Liao @ June 30 2004,00:22)]I should be able to...unless some DRAMATIC happens or I get hired or something for the multiple applications I've put in...yeah Sure...for a price. MWUAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAH

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Thanks Xiahou. You wanna command the peasants? Should lead to some interesting "Gah Stop Bandit cavalry heading your way RUN" convos... http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...icons/flat.gif

oh, good, that seems to be working then.
At least another chance.


Well, the month is ending today. Time to pay your soldiers.
Allowing for timezone difference, I will leave everyone for today to make any last minute arrangements. Tomorrow, when I get back from work, I will update page 1.
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And btw, Octavian and Guy, your battle for mission #8 looked really exciting.
Deploying, moving around into position, first skirmishes, clash of the main forces, rout, recover, regroup, rest and reorganize, advancing again and another road block and the final struggle. http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...-2thumbsup.gif Everything a good battle should have http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...-2thumbsup.gif

If you don't mind, I will upload it for everyone to see.

go right ahead m8. http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...ns/biggrin.gif i will be around all nite to sign autographs for those of you who want one http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...icons/wink.gif

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Quote[/b] (Nigel @ June 30 2004,16:29)]Hmm, Octavian, I had thought the moral bonus for the defender is only in SP games, not in MP. But this is something I am not really sure about.

But anyway...

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Originally Posted by [b

Quote[/b] ]...simply have two attackers. otherwise, i might as well give Ang the money now, and not risk having any of my units entirely annihilated

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You asked for it http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...ns/biggrin.gif
So here goes :

... slowly moving over the hill, Octavian and his men finally discovered Sir Longshanks' castle before them. Seeing the wood and stone walls rising high out of the morning mist and noticing Chimpyang's banner flying over the towers, their hearts sank and the blood left Octavians cheeks. "I am not attacking that, no way." he said to his second in command. "Turn back, and spread the word to the other gangs. We need reinforcements."

In the castle Sir Longshanks breathed a sigh of relieve. "Chimpyang, my dear friend You have saved my humble abode from the evil bandit. I know they`ll be back and if you want to stay, I will increase your pay to 900 Florins. Please don't say no. And meanwhile take this purse of 200 Florins now, as a sign of my gratitude. There will be another such bonus, if indeed the bandit should return with reinforcements."

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lol, stupid me, always taking the risks http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...icons/wink.gif well at least tahs over and done with http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...ons/tongue.gif be sure i will return though if i can convince Steeleye, or XL, or Shaka, if he manages to avoid debtors prison. (or in his case, the nearest tree, bandits aren't very big on jails) http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...icons/wink.gif

(It should be noted that I found my game, it was under some papers in my room, lol... go figure, it hasn't been installed yet, but soon.)

Amatsu was sitting sipping his coffee and eating a donut when a messenger rode into his palace. On the table there were many papers about how the troops will need their pay. "What is it, messenger?"

"Sir, Octavian is requesting reinforcements to attack Chimpyang in his castle."

"And what of it? Octavian is a bandit."

Amatsu's closest advisor rubbed his chin, and thought about the situation as the messenger explained it. After several minutes, he spoke up. "Amatsu?"

"What is it?" Replied Amatsu, slightly annoyed.

"Perhaps we can use this situation to our advantage."

"If you are suggesting answering this Bandit's call to aid, and attacking a fellow mercenary.. then I suggest you suggest something else."

"It is what I am suggesting."

"Do you like your head where it is advisor?"

"Well my liege, with the troops needing money in a few days or face desertion, and given that we are mercenaries whos very nature lies to the money given, not the loyalty of friends... we may not have a choice."

Amatsu rubbed his chin. "You have a point, advisor. Your head shall remain. Messenger?"

"Yes sir?"

"Send word to the men to not desert. Also, send word to Octavian that for a reasonable fee of 100 florins up front, and 49% of the booty, Amatsu and his army will answer his call, and for a battle fight as a Bandit. And be quick about it, the fact that you are still here tempts me to remove your head"

"Y-Y-Yes SIR"

The messenger shot out of the palace on onto his horse, ready to deliver his message. Amatsu sipped his coffee and sunk back into his chair.

ah amatsu, if only u had sent word a day earlier, my treasury has only 7 extra florins in it http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...cons/mecry.gif however, i shall consult with my companion and ally, Steeleye, and perhaps can... arrange... something to be done, a loan perhaps, he lends me 100 florins to give you, i pay him back 110 florins once the battle is completed. and 43 percent of the loot is what you shall get... i do have the larger army, therefore, the largest payroll. consider yourself lucky i am being so generous as to give you 43 percent. and welcome to the ranks of bandits my friend. may your days be long and full of wine, wimmin, and loot http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...icons/wink.gif

I would agree with Octavian here...I'll help him if he needs? :p

I hardly consider this a betrayal of my mercenary allies... just a look in self interest. (plus I love castle battles.) Unless Nigel kicks me out of his employ for high treason. Or allow me to remain with an obvious strain on the friendships with other Mercs. :) Could be interesting. 43% I shall accept, to keep my army in line and only for that reason. A castle battle seems interesting enough.

Is this momentary betrayal allowable Nigel? It could be interesting... I don't quite want to go full on Bandit, but it'd be a great mission to take part in.

Amatsu

I was surprised to recieve your note after our previous altercation.

However, I have considered your request, and I will lend you 100 florins from my chest. But my liking is not for charity, and my men would not allow me anyway, so I will expect the full some to be returned to me, with 20 florins interest as soon as you have sacked the Merchant's stronghold.

If you are willing to enter this agreement, you will give me security by sending me the leader and standard of one of your companies as my guests. If, after your assault, you do not have the required sum, your man and his troops will join my band (he must be of a company which i can use - not italian light infantry).

These are the terms.

Are you agreed?

Guillaume the Colt.

axeknight, plz suggest a time, its jus 2 days until saturday and i cant find a host as long i dunno when we gonna play.

thx
shaka

Great stuff, guys http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...-2thumbsup.gif I really love your wheeling and dealing http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...icons/cool.gif http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...s/bigthumb.gif http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...icons/cool.gif


Amatsu
As a merchant, I myself have no problem if you want to go and give Lord Longshanks a good beating. I never liked that guy anyway, always trying to haggle down my prices and demanding toll for the goods I want to transport through his lands. So, while I may not be able to say this aloud, if you capture his castle, please give him an extra kick from me.

Going up against your mercenary friends, well, that is really between yourself and Chimpyang. I wont get in between that (unless I have to as gamemaster). So I will leave it up to you to make excuses and apologies if necessary.

The only thing I don't know is what Lord Longshanks will do if he recognizes your banner. Will he go to the authorities? Which authorities? You are a merceary, a sword for hire. Not a knight having pledged allegiance to the king. Will he send his own army after you when it returns. Well, that is a risk you may have to take (possible new mission). So yea, I don't exactly know what consequences will be, but if you want to risk it, go ahead.


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As for the details of the deal, now lets sort that out.
Steeleye gives you 100 Florins now. Right, done.
You will choose and send one of your units as security to Steeleye's tents. Due to the max 4 rule this can be only an archer or a pav arlabest. Make the choice and I will move the unit over.

Then, you can pay your troops and good luck with the battle
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Now the wages are payed, the money is handed out and the taverns are filled with the sound of song, laughter and merryment, as the fighters spend their hard earned Florins.

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Unfortunatley, not everyone is able to join the feasting. Axeknight and Shaka are still missing, lost in the fog of the forests and trying to settle their, errrm, dispute over certain goods. Lets hope they will be with us soon and still get a bit of the party.

For someone else it is a bitter day, too. Tiger is still deeply in dept and his men, angry and frustrated at beeing left out on pay-day, have quit his service and are looking for a new employer. He himself, unable to pay what he owes, is thrown into the dungeon.

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Now Tiger, it is a hard fate. But it does not have to be the end.
There are still ways in which you could be saved.

1. I could send a petition to the King and ask for a pardon.

2. Your mercenary friends could put their money together and try to bribe the jailer.

3. The bandits could assault the prison and try to free you (and while they are there, plunder the prison safe).


However, for any of this to happen you will need to post here and show that you are still with us.
If you want to stay in the game, please respond here within 7 days.
If we don't hear from you, I am afraid I have to call it Game Over for you.

i will rescue him if he shows up http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...ns/biggrin.gif just as long as dungeon doesn't = fortress http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...icons/wink.gif

Ugh Octavian, you beat me to it =( I was gonna say I'd rescue him but noooooooo.... I desperately need to see battle to plunder and raise my florins. http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...ns/gc-wall.gif

Gah I wish I could join your partying. Save some mead for the Duke and his squire http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...icons/wave.gif

Xiahou and Shaka, are you free 8PM GMT on saturday? And Xiahou, will you command the v4 peasants?

Forgot to mention, as I'm getting 600fl from this mission no matter what happens to the shipment (though I'm holding out for the full 850), I will have some fl left over after I get home.

I will lend Tiger 100fl if I lose the shipment, and 200fl if I keep it safe. I will expect a 20% interest on the repayment within a month, however (that's a total of 120fl if the shipment goes to Shaka, and 240fl if I keep it safe).

Tempting as it may be to splash out on mead and courtesans to console myself on missing the big party, I shall help out a fellow mercenary in need http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...ns/biggrin.gif .

A messenger charged into Amatsu's palace once again. "Sir, we have recieved word that Octavian shall welcome us in the coming battle, he himself however, could not donate the florins."

Amatsu, always annoyed by his messengers, "Alright, go on. Who did pay it."

"Kyodai. But he has some terms"

Amatsu took a moment to reflect on his fortunes. First he promises to aid Octavian in his battle, a bandit who had embarassed him earlier. Then, he recieves aid from Kyodai, another bandit, that also embarassed him. "What are they?"

"You must pay back the full sum of florins, plus 20."

"That seems reasonable."

"You must also put up a ranged unit of yours, that should you fail, will be turned over to his command."

"That seems a little less reasonable." Amatsu paused, "We have no other choice, send to Kyodai a unit of my archers."

Amatsu shifted his weight forward, he had thought if things had went well with the transfer of florins maybe he would avenge his loss and stab Octavian in the back. That no longer appears to be an option.. too much at stake. He wondered what the potential consequences would be... putting a strain on the relationship with Chimpyang could be dealt with easily enough, but Longshanks is a powerful man, and he will not take losing his castle lightly. "Whatever the consequences,"

The messenger looked at Amatsu,with a confused look on his face.

"We ride towards the castle now. Bring me my armor. I may have to lead this attack personally."

right then, we attack during the weekend, since steeleye wants forty florins given to him in exchange for his support. i will cover the additional 20.

no, twenty is just fine - even i would think 40% interest was a little steep... - of course if you want to make a donation to the 'hobby horse benevolent fund' then be my guest...

yes that should work for me.

K Shaka http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...-2thumbsup.gif

That okay for you too, Xiahou? What's your GS account name? Will you command the peasants?

Ay, Ay. So far so good, Saturday's free.

My GS name is Yukimura Sanada.

Great - saturday it is then. See you on the field, guys

Fitzjohn kicked the ground, not for the first time. "Damn this fog"
"Sir, some of the Scots rankers say it's clearing. They say the fog'll be gone by tomorrow morning, Sir." Langland offered, as he slowly worked the whetstone on his sword. Fitzjohn visibly relaxed at this.
"Thank God, Langland Let us hope they are right. We can go nowhere as long as this devil's mist surrounds us."
"Aye, Sir, but neither can the bandits." Langland said apprehensively, as he packed the whetstone back into his saddlebag.

Langland slept restlessly that night. Tomorrow, they would be able to move again, but so would the bandits jealously eyeing up their shipment.

8PM GMT would be 3PM EST right? o.o; Only thing that might hender me is Keith, the dude that's hiring me at McDonalds( STFU I'M DESPERATE. >O ), may have work tomorrow and call me in for orientation, but I called to see if he will be in tomorrow, and they said they weren't 100% sure. http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...ns/gc-wall.gif

But so far, I have all day tomorrow and probably will be doing this... http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...c-computer.gif