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Took Iraklion and occupied. Renamed it to Nevoulion.
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Here it's back:
https://forums.totalwar.org/vb/local...id=193&id=4127
Sent militia back to Arta, moved Savvas further up north.
Taking the save!
http://www.mizus.com/pbm/LOTR-1159-3.rar
Moved Theo further east!
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Here it is: https://forums.totalwar.org/vb/local...id=193&id=4129
Taking the save.
Here is the new one:
http://www.totalwar.org/Downloads/M2...OTR-1159-5.zip
I will extend the open time for the save. I will take back the save on Wednesday, 5th of November aroun 0900 GMT.
Taking the save.
...and returning it:
http://www.mediafire.com/file/zdnjyd...OTR-1159-6.zip
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Taking save.
And here's it back
Taking save
New save
Announcement in the Magnaura
Taking back the save!
Report for 1159:
Battles:
Caesar Methodios Tagaris has defeated the last Fatamid stronghold in Mecca. While this does not abolish him from breaking Imperial law we can now rest easier with one major heathen threat removed from our borders.
The fleet under Admiral Niphos has defeated another larger division of Venetian ships and now proceeds towards Ragusa. His fleet is damaged and he won't be able to beat the Venetians back for long.
I had hoped to reinforce his fleet with those ships used by Nevoulas ek Philadelphias which have been seized by Theo Petzeas. During a time where our treasury runs low this Senator has a fleet worth 7000 florins under his command whose upkeep costs the Empire 1700 florins each turn!
These ships are needed in the war against Venice. The Eastern Mediterranean is safe. If Theo Petzeas does not relinquish command of these ships I will be forced to take more direct consequences.
Recruitment:
Ioannis Komnenos used 0 out of his 15 PUs.
Armatos ek Naksou used 6 out of his 6 PUs.
Ioannis Kalameteros used 4 out of his 8 PUs.
Nikolaos Aristenos used 4 out of his 4 PUs.
Apionnas Vringas used 4 out of his 4 PUs.
Methodious Tagaris used 0 out of his 2 PUs.
No Prioritized Units have been forwarded to me. I have recruited two units of Byzantine Spearmen and two units of Byzantine Cavalry in Belgrade and Sofia, after removing three of each from each castle. I will recruit the remaining units taken once more funds and recruits are available. I thank Zigavinos Vasilakios and Apionnas Vringas for their cooperation on this matter. The units are intended for Savvas ek Militou.
I see that Tiverios Indikoplefstis is marching on Ragusa, while Aleksios ek Ikoniou is in a good position to march on Zagreb. This would leave Savvas ek Militou in a good position to transfer to the Italian mainland. Admiral Niphos will be at his disposal once the blockade of Ragusa port was successful. I would gladly offer more ships, but unfortunately they have all been taken by Senator Theo Petzeas.
Construction:
Ioannis Komnenos used 0 out of his 2 PBs.
Armatos ek Naksou used 1 out of his 1 PB.
Ioannis Kalameteros used 0 out of his 1 PB.
Nikolaos Aristenos used 1 out of his 1 PB.
Apionnas Vringas used 0 out of his 1 PB.
With the money gained from the sacking of Mecca construction could begin on Huge Stone Walls in Antioch, as requested by Armatos ek Naksou.
With this major project out of the way and our armies up to strength I am confident that further Construction will be undertaken next turn.
Domestic Affairs:
In an effort to boos our financial gains the offer of the Merchant's Guild in Nicaea was accepted.
The Venetian citizens of Nevoulion have rioted against their new rule. Thousands died in the streets and several buildings were damaged.
Foreign Affairs:
The King of France passed away this year as well as the Duke of Poland. Also in the Holy Empire a new regent now leads the country.
The Milanese have opened a second front against the Venetians. This should help our war effort immensly!
The save can be found here:
https://forums.totalwar.org/vb/local...id=193&id=4134
I will take back the save on Thursday, the 6th of November at 1600 GMT.
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With the permission of Armatos ek Naksou I have taken the garrison of Dongola into my army and placed a company of peasants from Thebes who did not quite have sufficient movement to reach Dongola in position to become the new garrison next season. If the Megas wishes to maintain order and prevent riots and a potential loss of income he could always train some fresh men at Dongola.
http://www.mediafire.com/file/xxnzkg...OTR-1161-1.zip
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Taking save
New save
Moved out of Kosmopolis to deal with the lone rebel general by the Red Sea coast.
With Efthymios' permission, moved garrison out of Solomeia en route to Kosmopolis to keep order.
The building of a church in Kosmopolis by the Megas would be appreciated.
taking the save.
and here it is back:
http://rapidshare.com/files/16100273...161-3.rar.html
As per the wishes of my father in law, Vakchos have taken control of his army and Methodios has returned the Kosmopolis to restore order there.
Taking the save.
New save: https://forums.totalwar.org/vb/local...id=193&id=4136
Taking the save.
Giving it back: http://www.totalwar.org/Downloads/M2...OTR-1161-5.zip
Moved into Belgrade to resupply before continuing west.
Taking back the save!
Report for 1161:
Recruitment:
Ioannis Komnenos used 0 out of his 15 PUs.
Armatos ek Naksou used 6 out of his 6 PUs.
Ioannis Kalameteros used 4 out of his 8 PUs.
Nikolaos Aristenos used 4 out of his 4 PUs.
Apionnas Vringas used 4 out of his 4 PUs.
Methodious Tagaris used 0 out of his 2 PUs.
The troops brought to Belgrade under Aleksios ek Ikoniou have been reinforced with more Skythikons and the Byzaninte Spearmen taken from the Castle earlier were also retrained.
The same is true for Byzantine Cavalry in Sofia.
I thank Aleksios ek Ikoniou for letting me use the docks at Corinth. Two new Dromons should be joining Admiral Niphos shortly who has begun his blockade of Ragusa port.
On the matter of fleets. Since Theo Petzeas has agreed earlier to return ships to Isaakios Komnenos should he require them, I hope the matter of their Civil War can be ended amenable.
Construction:
Ioannis Komnenos used 0 out of his 2 PBs.
Armatos ek Naksou used 1 out of his 1 PB.
Ioannis Kalameteros used 0 out of his 1 PB.
Nikolaos Aristenos used 1 out of his 1 PB.
Apionnas Vringas used 0 out of his 1 PB.
With the Prioritized Buildings out of the way some more construction was started this year.
The conversion of Tortosa from a Castle to a town was begun. I hope this will help our finances in the future.
In recognition of the money taken from Kosmopolis a small Chapel is currently built to commemorate the victory of the one true faith.
Funds have been given to Nevoulion to repair the damage inflicted during the recent riots.
Domestic Affairs:
Savvas ek Militou is about to join forces just east of Scopia. He has my permission to use the troops under the nearby Captain.
Apasios Melachrinos has intention to become the husband of Rosanna Mavrozomis. If those responsible for young Rosanna could inform me of their approval or disapproval it would be much appreciated.
The citizens of Dongola have rioted after the removal of the garrison. It was a rather quiet affair though.
Foreign Affairs:
The Venetians have moved towards our territory. There are currently two small detachments making their way towards Durazzo and Belgrade respectively. Those generals venturing towards Ragusa and Zagreb should prepare for this opposition along their way.
I have to deny the rumours in the streets that Kiev the capital of our allies has fallen to a foreign power and that we need to send help to our allies in this time of need. It appears the leader of the Kievan Rus has been thrown out of his own capital by his unhappy subjects. I am sure he will be able to control the situation eventually.
The Pope has shown his incompetence once again. His Crusade has crumbled to nothing only a few years after it started. It seems the so-called faith of our neighbours was not enough to drive them onwards.
The save can be found here:
https://forums.totalwar.org/vb/local...id=193&id=4138
I will take back the save on Saturday, the 8th of November at 1200 GMT.
Taking the save. (First time in a while)
Taking the save.
:egypt:
Save is back:
http://www.mediafire.com/file/zgnnjk...OTR-1162-3.zip
Sorry for the minor delay, I had to do my move over because I'd initially moved the peasants on into Dongola, which is not within my power. :no:
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Saven taken and back
Moved Methodios out of Kosmopolis to take command of Vakchos' army and returned to Kosmopolis to keep order with the whole complement of troops.
Taking the save.
Here it's back:
https://forums.totalwar.org/vb/local...id=193&id=4142
Took the troops and will lead them to battle the Venetians.
Taking the save!
New Save: http://www.mizus.com/pbm/LOTR-1162-6.rar
Moved Theo closer to Alexandria.
Killed Modestos ek Lesvou! :evil:
Taking the save
Save back
With IK's permission, moved ships from his fleet into the Alexandrian, boarded with said cities finest and at the same time decided to handle the nearby Sicilian Cardinal.
Taking the save.
New Save:
https://forums.totalwar.org/vb/local...id=193&id=4145
Taking back the save!
Report for 1162:
Recruitment:
Ioannis Komnenos used 0 out of his 15 PUs.
Armatos ek Naksou used 6 out of his 6 PUs.
Ioannis Kalameteros used 4 out of his 8 PUs.
Nikolaos Aristenos used 4 out of his 4 PUs.
Apionnas Vringas used 4 out of his 4 PUs.
Methodious Tagaris used 0 out of his 2 PUs.
The troops of Aleksios ek Ikoniou have been further reitrained.
The same has been done to the tropps in Tblisi.
Construction:
Ioannis Komnenos used 0 out of his 2 PBs.
Armatos ek Naksou used 1 out of his 1 PB.
Ioannis Kalameteros used 0 out of his 1 PB.
Nikolaos Aristenos used 1 out of his 1 PB.
Apionnas Vringas used 0 out of his 1 PB.
With the Prioritized Buildings out of the way some more construction was started this year.
To boost our economy Markets are being improved in Thessalonike, Athens and Bucharest.
I am proud to announce that in Constantinople the foundation has been laid for the Basileus Ioannis public baths. I am sure all Senators will appreciate this addition to our capital.
Further funds have been given to Nevoulion to repair the damage inflicted during the recent riots.
Domestic Affairs:
The citizens of Alexandria have rioted after Nikolaos Aristenos has left the garrison. It was a rather quiet affair though.
Ioannis Tagaris has come of age. I am sure he will be a valuable addition to the Empire.
The Council of Nobles seems to have a peculiar sense of humor. As a "reward" for blockading Ragusa port an assembly of Peasants has shown up in Constantinople. I ask Tiverios Indikoplefstis to send them back to their farms where they belong.
Foreign Affairs:
The leaders of Spain and Denmark have died this year.
A small Sicilian force has landed on Crete. I will try to investigate this most peculiar move as soon as possible.
The Seljuk Turks are expanding again and have now besieged Edessa.
The save can be found here:
https://forums.totalwar.org/vb/local...id=193&id=4148
I will take back the save on Monday, the 10th of November at 1700 GMT.
Taking the save.
:egypt:
Returned:
http://www.mediafire.com/file/an22ng...OTR-1164-1.zip
:egypt:
Taking the save.
Here is the safe back:
http://www.totalwar.org/Downloads/M2...OTR-1164-2.zip
Moved out of Belgrade to a defensive position.
Taking the save!
Save Back
Set sail for Italy
Taking the save.
New Save: http://www.mizus.com/pbm/LOTR-1164-4.rar
Moved Theo closer to the coast so Vissa could board the fleet next turn.
Also, I think Belgrade was under AI management! :inquisitive:
Taking the save.
New Save: http://www.mizus.com/pbm/LOTR-1164-5.rar
Taking the save.
Aaaaaaaaaah, it messed up. Feel free to take the last save.
Taking the save.
Taking save
Taking the save.
Here it's back.
https://forums.totalwar.org/vb/local...id=193&id=4152
Marching to war against the Venetians.
Taking the save.
Edit: https://forums.totalwar.org/vb/local...id=193&id=4153
Peasants disbanded in Constantinople. Taxes to normal. If you want higher, more garrison would be advisable.
Taking back the save!
Senator Savvas ek Militou has been attacked by the Venetians. May God send him victory!
Save is back:
https://forums.totalwar.org/vb/local...id=193&id=4156
Savvas won a clear victory.
Spoiler Alert, click show to read:
Report for 1164:
Battles:
The war against Venice has seen its first battle on the mainland. Senator Savvas ek Militou defeated a divison of Venetian forces in the mountains outside Durazzo. For his deeds ek Militou could become a member of the Imperial family. The final say in this matter rests with Andronikos Komnenos. (OOC: Savvas got a MotH that would go to Andronikos)
This will not be the last encounter with the Venetians. Our spies report massive and erratic troop movement by our foe. While many of it makes no apparent reason right now, we can assert the following. The troops near Belgrade have withdrawn, while reinforcements are on their way from Ragusa. Nearly a full army is marching towards Zagreb, while several smaller contigents are in the viccinity of their capital.
Recruitment:
Ioannis Komnenos used 0 out of his 15 PUs.
Armatos ek Naksou used 6 out of his 6 PUs.
Ioannis Kalameteros used 4 out of his 8 PUs.
Nikolaos Aristenos used 4 out of his 4 PUs.
Apionnas Vringas used 4 out of his 4 PUs.
Methodious Tagaris used 0 out of his 2 PUs.
No recruitment took place.
Construction:
Ioannis Komnenos used 0 out of his 2 PBs.
Armatos ek Naksou used 1 out of his 1 PB.
Ioannis Kalameteros used 0 out of his 1 PB.
Nikolaos Aristenos used 1 out of his 1 PB.
Apionnas Vringas used 0 out of his 1 PB.
With the Prioritized Buildings out of the way some more construction was started this year.
More Markets were improved in Yerevan and Nicaea.
The walls of Arta are about to be improved.
A blacksmith will be built in Sofia to help the war effort.
The damages in Alexandria could not be repaired as the workers are still finishing the new walls.
Domestic Affairs:
I welcome Ariadni Dermokaitis to the Imperial family. I am sure she will grow into a beautiful woman one day.
The Council of Nobles has asked me to reinfroce Belgrade with troops. This time the reward will be given in florins, which are much more reliable than some bloody peasants showing up, if you ask me. I will look into fulfilling their request.
Andronikos Komnenos has left Tblisi and is on his way to Baku.
Foreign Affairs:
Gerarimos Rizikopos, one of our spies, informs me that he has successfully infiltrated Ragusa Castle. He is to lend his full assistance to any attacking force.
The matter of the Sicilians on Crete is still unresolved. It is not clear what the connection of this small band of warriors is to the Sicilian Court. Should they become aggressive we will defend ourselves!
Edessa has fallen to the Turkish host. Those heathens must be stopped!
The save can be found here:
https://forums.totalwar.org/vb/local...id=193&id=4158
I will take back the save on Thursday, the 13th of November.
Taking the save.
https://forums.totalwar.org/vb/local...id=193&id=4159
Ragusa is besieged, but the spy was unable to assist.
Taking the save.
Taking the save.
:egypt:
Save is back:
http://www.mediafire.com/file/jgdzwm...OTR-1165-3.zip
I have moved into Alexandria to restore order... for the moment. Some recruitment would be advised to maintain such order beyond next season.
:egypt:
Taking the save.
Here is the save back http://www.totalwar.org/Downloads/M2...OTR-1165-4.zip
Heading west remained at at the second bridge did not want Belgrade to be left open.
Taking the save.
Save is back:
https://forums.totalwar.org/vb/local...id=193&id=4164
The two ships provided by the Megas are not enough to transport my entire army. Unless the Megas provides more ships, Savvas will march on Venice over land. Currently moving to Zagreb.
OOC: TinCow or Ituralde : can you please remove the Pagan magician in Savvas' retinue? Thnx :bow:
EDIT: woad&fangs informed me that Andronikos will not adopt Savvas into the Imperial Family.
Taking the Save
Sorry for the wait, Save is back
Just a sailing along...
Taking back the save!
Report for 1165:
Recruitment:
Ioannis Komnenos used 0 out of his 15 PUs.
Armatos ek Naksou used 6 out of his 6 PUs.
Ioannis Kalameteros used 4 out of his 8 PUs.
Nikolaos Aristenos used 4 out of his 4 PUs.
Apionnas Vringas used 4 out of his 4 PUs.
Methodious Tagaris used 0 out of his 2 PUs.
The reinforcement of Belgrade has begun. I would appreciate it if Apionnas Vringas could lend some troops from Sofia for this purpose as Belgrade will be an important reinforcement base for the war against Venice.
Construction:
Ioannis Komnenos used 0 out of his 2 PBs.
Armatos ek Naksou used 1 out of his 1 PB.
Ioannis Kalameteros used 0 out of his 1 PB.
Nikolaos Aristenos used 1 out of his 1 PB.
Apionnas Vringas used 0 out of his 1 PB.
A Church is being constructed in Nevoulion.
For the support shown by Aleksios ek Ikoniou the training facilities in Corinth will soon boast an Archery Range.
Tortosa has started a Grain Exchange.
Domestic Affairs:
Ammonathas Komnenos has come of age. I welcome this newest member of the Komnenoi family.
Admiral Niphos has sailed partly up the Adriatic coast. I give Savvas ek Militou permission to make use of his fleet this turn to sail towards Italy.
Andronikos Komnenos is moving further towards Baku.
Foreign Affairs:
A large Seljuk host was spotted outside Damascus. I wish Armatos ek Naksou all the best should it come to a battle.
It seems the Venetians still can't decide to combat us. A large part of their leaderless troops has gone rebel and is now causing havoc amongst their ranks. When will those merchants learn that it takes the authority of a true general to lead men into battle, just shoving money at your troops is not enough!
The save can be found here:
https://forums.totalwar.org/vb/local...id=193&id=4166
I will take back the save in at least 48 hours. I'm giving it a little extra time depending how the Summit on Nicosia comes along.
Taking the save.
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Save is back:
http://www.mediafire.com/file/3j14bz...OTR-1167-1.zip
PO in Alexandria is red face again and I have boarded Theo's ships and taken him with me (As he is my vassal they are now my ships, natch).
:egypt:
Taking the save.
Here it is back: http://www.totalwar.org/Downloads/M2...OTR-1167-2.zip
Not enough to make Zagreb; next turn.
Taking the save.
Save back:
https://forums.totalwar.org/vb/local...id=193&id=4169
Ragusa has been occupied. I also discovered that Stainless Steel has slowed down how fast rams batter down gates. Oops. Made it a bit more bloody.