OOC: Oops, I only saw the fourth. Sorry! Nevermind
IC: I second all edicts proposed by Hochmeister Gunther. Are we all in accord?
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OOC: Oops, I only saw the fourth. Sorry! Nevermind
IC: I second all edicts proposed by Hochmeister Gunther. Are we all in accord?
OOC: Ok, now I'm clear. Edict 1.3 was kind of a joke. :clown: I added an IC announcement to the last post, you might want to check it.
Is it safe to assume that more edicts can be passed this Diet since it's our first and establishes everything?
My plans were more for later, if Dietrich has suffient forces to make a conquest on his journey then I have no objection to this.
I refuse to second Edict 1.1 and propose intstead Edict 1.5: as soon as the war with Lithuania is won we shall turn our attentions to either the heathen Russians or Mongols, whichever suits us best at the time.
I have no wish to improve relations with such barbarians. I will however second Edicts 1.2, 1.3 and 1.4
perhaps we should also seek an alliance with our fellow Christians, the Danes?
I had planned to send my own army along with Dietrich to take Palanga, so he can afterwards transfer it to you. Since our mightiest fortress is in Prussia, it seemed fair to send high quality troops to Livonia, especially as they border the Russians, whose stance we do not know.
I will second Edict 1.5. I know it seems contradictory, but while I would not object to trading with the Russians for now, I have no doubt they will be our enemy in the future. It would be wise to leave a way open for us to strike at them.
I do not mind allying with the Danes, but with their recent conversion and history of barbarism, I suspect it is only a matter of time before they attack the other Christian nations.
As this is our first Council, we must ensure full support of all Edicts and Laws. Herr Maximillian, Edict 1.1 was more to protect your border until we inevitable invade the Novgorod Republic. Until then, we might profit by relieving them of some of their money. Leopold the merchant is in Livonia, I believe, and well suited to financially invade their territory.
Bruders, I have a report of my first season. All build queues for the first season were fulfilled. I must ask permission to raise taxes in your settlements, if we are to sustain our army.
Bruder Dietrich has started his journey to Palanga and Livonia, on the fleet commanded by our Bruder Friedrich. He has a large army with siege engines, which will be able to take Palanga by the third season, then meet up with Meister Maximillian's men so the latter can wided the connection between our Orders.
I took the liberty of recruiting a few units of troops, so that Meister Hans can make a strike at Lithuania's western border, distracting them from our conquests further north, and protecting our best military fortress, Marienburg.
Money is tight, but rather than disband troops, I would make it by taking settlements from Lithuania. Tell me if you disagree with this idea, and I'll trim the budget otherwise.
A young von Hesse wished to join us, but he known to be disloyal and a poor general. I think we can wait for better candidates.
Ha! Disloyal generals must not be allowed into the most sacred Teutonic Order. If we lose our standards we shall all become corrupted.
Of course, we may strike at the Lithuanians. Their treasuries are full, and we can relieve them of them. Minsk is a wealthy target, and where I most desire to strike as soon as I reach it.
Good news! All good news. As per the money problems, I forsee that we will be fine as long as we fight well and continue to build farms.
I am glad to her that you are please with my decisions, Meister. I think you will have to go through one more Lithuanian city before hitting Minsk, but I will glady have your army move in that direction now that it is gathered.
Once Thorn becomes a city, do I have your permission to raise the taxes to "high"? We need the money.
Raise the taxes as high as you need, but keep a watchful eye on the population. They may become sympathetic to the Lithuanians if we overtax them.
Bruders, I bring you my report for the current season. While there is much good news, I regret to say that there is bad news as well.
I am glad that Meister Hans has smashed the rebels, and continued towards Hrodna.
At the same time, Dietrich succeeded in taking the Castle of Palanga, and our Orders are now connected. This is great news indeed.
The Poles came to us begging for an alliance, and offering map information and trading rights at no cost. I gladly accepted.
Lastly, we have a new Bruder. Bruder Athalwolf von Essen has joined the Order. He is young (22), but a skilled fighter, pious man, and known for his loyalty and chivalry. We are very lucky to have him.
Now, the bad news. The castle of Windau is undersiege. Meister Maximillian has a large enough army to relieve the siege, but will take two seasons to make it there. Meanwhile, the Lithuanians are snooping arounf Palanga, no doubt hoping to take it back. I ressomend that Maximillian make for Windau immediately, then move south to join with some of Dietrich's forces and hence southeast to take more Lithuanian territories.
Meister Hans now has a choice ahead of him. There are two nearby settlements. To the east is Hrodna, which he can reach this season. However, the small Lithuanian village of Bialystok is also within one march, and has no walls, allowing it to be assaulted immediately.
New Bruder Karl Scherer can reach the village with a unit of Christ Knights. If Hans allowed some of his infantry to split and go under command of Bruder Karl, the village could be taken this turn and it's people taxed, balancing our budget. He could still go on to siege Hrodna, and Bruder Karl could join him for the assault a season or two later.
Lastly for the bad news, the Novgorodians have shown their true colors. The heretics allied with the Lithuanians. I suggest we treat them as hostile, preparing for a possible attack on our northern flank.
That is all, Bruders. I look forward to hearing your orders and ideas. Meister Maximillian, I would like to know if I can raise taxes in your settlements, we may need them.
OOC: Brüder, technically, not Bruders. German has werid plurals somtimes :D
Spoiler Alert, click show to read:
edit: do let me know when I need to do anything :D
OOC: Quiet, you, I'm using an Americanized version of the German. I'm allowed to say Ninjas, so I'm allowed to say Bruders. :clown:
P.S. If Hans is generous, you might have a battle this turn. :thumbsup:
OOC: good good. just try to not give me too much to do the next week, because ill need at least 24 hrs to fight a battle, because of work
Hochmeister feel free to do as you wish with my settlements in Livonia, within reason. I am trusting in your ability as Treasurer and will allow you to build and tax as you wish. This applies to all Livonian settlements as Dietrich has not yet decided which County he would like to claim for his own. May I ask which of the new Komturs are to join my Chapter?
I will lay siege to Hrodna and grant some of my troops to Karl Scherer so he may crush the village.
Meister Hans, Karl Scherer will go to the Prussian Order. I will have to await word from Bruder von Essen. I prefer to hear new 's Bruder's wishes on which Order to join, and where God is calling them.
OOC: I'll get the save for the two battles up tonight.
The Novgorod Republic... they have consigned to our worst fears and aligned themselves with our mortal enemies, the Lithuanians. Maximillian, promise me you shall watch your borders. One day I hope to join you and slaughter the dogs together.
Mister Council Speaker, will the voting polls open or are we in agreement over all edicts, I believe some generals have already started campaigning.
Verily Meister Maximillian, that was some seasons ago!
OOC: We decided to skip voting and the rest of the council because there was nothing else to say and everything was agreed on.
I believe all of the edicts and laws were unanimously agreed upon, excepting that of trading with Novgorod, which is likely out of the question now that they have allied with Lithuania.
Meister Hans! I congratulate you on your great victory at Hrodna! I assume after meeting with Karl and the rest of your troops, you will be heading to Minsk?
Indeed, sir! Minsk will be sacked and its treasury made ours!
lets hope it nets us more than the single florin that golrious settlement i was assigned to did
A young man runs into the Chamber, out of breath. His clothes are those of an Order messenger, but appear ripped and dirty, as if he had ridden all night, paying little heed to dodging branched in heavily wooded Prussia.
My Lords, I bear terrible news! Hochmeister Gunther succeeded in defending Konigsburg from a Lithuanian attack led by their prince himself. The prince and his army were put to flight. However, a mangonel shot hit the Hochmeister and killed him while he was chasing down routers! Since the artillery had been ordered not to fire, it is suspected that the Lithuanians paid one of the head engineers manning the Mangonels to kill Hochmeister Gunther.
A Captain named Rupert Bresch has taken control of the army. He had the Mangonel crew arrested and the their head executed for treason. He awaits further orders from the new Hochmeister, Hans.
This is terrible! Rest in peace Hochmeister Gunther, long live Hochmeister Maximillian!
OOC: Zim, you can continue Schatzmeister as Rupert Bresch or whoever you pick now - I'll wait to RP it IC until I get your confirmation.
The messenger nervously clears his throat.
Actually, sir, it appears that the Hochmeister named you as his successor. The Order has a long history of having the best commander be the heir for the position, and it seems your fame as a military man passed up Ordensmarschall Maximillian's, who retains his position while you move up.
Herr Rupert says he has found papers giving Hochmeister Gunther's orders as Schatzmeister for the next few seasons. He can carry them out if you wish.
OOC: Yep, the game made you Hochmeister. :yes: Must have switched last turn. I can finish the next five turns if you like, but some kind of order from the new Hochmeister, Hans, would be needed.
Well, then. Find Herr Rupert! Let him serve the remainder of the term. If he was the chosen successor of the army, he can serve as Schatzmeister.
A young man walks in. He looks no older than 20, and has long black hair. Aside from his lack of a helmet, he is clad entirely in plate armor. He bows to Hans
Hochmeister, I am Rupert Bresch. After the treacherous Mangonel crew killed Hochmeister Gunther, I was able to take control of the army and finish the route of the Lithunanians. Aside from heavy losses among the archers and the loss of a heavily depleted cavalry unit, the army is whole.
I will gladly fulfill the Hochmeister's plans as Schatzmeister, should you wish it.
As I am now Hochmeister and thus no longer Meister of Prussia, I name Karl Scherer, my able compatriot, Meister of Prussia. Athalwolf von Essen is now part of Livonia. Rupert Bresch, you will be part of Prussia. Markus Otterbach, the new recruit, shall also join Prussia. A report has been sent to all Teutons to simplify the new information and to help the Meisters assign territory to their men.
Palanga I shall hold onto under Hochmeister control for a while, perhaps making it the new capital as we conquer more Lithuanian territory and convert it more. I would hope more priests will be educated and come hither. Konigsberg remains the Order capital, and Hrodna I shall not allocate for the time being either.
Karl Scherer strust in with a satisfied grin on his face
So that old hag Gunther copped it and now Karl is all of a sudden needed. Well this is most excellent news. Perhaps this is finally the just reward for my past deeds, perhaps the good Lord is giving me my chance.
In any case, I would be most grateful to you, Hochmeister, if you could let me know which territories belong to whom, what the deal is with our current capital (is it part of Prussia or independent, formally?) and who exactly my commanders are currently. A table would be nice. I'm sure my Livonian counterpart would't mind having his included either.
Thankyou most kindly