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For Seleukid players
Baktria Independent
Messengers have just brought news of a battle that will undoubtedly have great consequences for us, sire. Centuries from now, this will either be remembered as the beginning stages of the creation of a new Baktrian kingdom or a foolish act of a rebellious satrap which caused immense grief and loss for his people. It will be difficult to resolve the situation diplomatically at this point, however. Our men and our generals in the field will have the final say, so let us hope that our first moves will be carefully planned. Their generals are capable, but we trust in your leadership and in our footmen and cavalry. Remember this day though, Basileus. If nothing else, you have been presented with an opportunity to show your tactical skill and battlefield might.
There is much trouble in Baktria, great king. This satrapy, located on the edges of our huge empire, has long been given much autonomy to better deal with the unique problems they face, most obviously the nomadic incursions from the north, but we have just received word that the satrap you yourself appointed has attacked our forces. We have long tolerated his growing insolence, primarily because of the power he and his soldiers wielded in keeping the nomads away, and we have even allowed him to mint coinage with his own name and image. We have allowed him some degree of autonomy as well in dealing with neighboring kingdoms and peoples. We thought these acts would serve us better, but it appears as though he has taken the final step. I'm sure you will agree that he and the captains who have joined him in this "rebellion" will pay the ultimate penalty for their hybris, but we must first organize our forces on our northeastern borders and strengthen our diplomatic ties with any other groups in the area who will help us with this internal matter.
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