Athens: Summer. Harvest. War (R2TW succession game)

[Kamakazi]

Ok good.. cuz they are like half cut off when I look at them.... Im really mad though.... Pontus has no territories left but they have 1 army hiding somewhere and I couldn't kill it before my turn was up ='(

[Veho Nex]

I just want to state early. Forgive my story telling abilities. I will try my best to make it a good AAR.

[Bramborough]

Awesome job. Looks like we got some good mileage out of Lysimachus after all; I don't think I've ever had a FL hit 75. A couple have made it to 73-74ish.

Had to laugh at Pontus still fielding Eastern spears at this stage. I get the impression that once AI builds a unit, it never replaces until killed in battle, regardless of barracks development. In current Egypt campaign, I've defeated Meroe/Blemmyes armies of starter troops...then take their settlements to find that these guys had access to Thorax pikes/swords.

Im really mad though.... Pontus has no territories left but they have 1 army hiding somewhere and I couldn't kill it before my turn was up ='(

Hate it when that happens, mainly because it means their agents stay alive and keep poisoning, burning, inciting, etc.

I like the "15-turn" rule, at least at this stage of the campaign. Athens is big enough now that even just 15 turns is a pretty solid chunk of gameplay. Although with Prochoros at 60 (right?), likely that Veho Nex may have the option to use it as well. What are the odds that two FL's in a row will make 75?

[Myth]

Will post the update in the first page, I'm figuring some technical stuff out.

[Veho Nex]

Just to get my ball rolling because I've been holding off posting an AAR due to my crappy writing skills Im going text book time line on you suckers! Get ready for dates and events gentle-leaders for Athens marches to the slaughter.

159 B.C.E.: King Prochoros orders the construction of a massive fleet using the efforts of the entire empire. Emissaries are sent to the far corners of the world to boost trade.

In the region of Persis and Media Magna Athenian forces numbering more than 10,000 men gather along the border of Persia and Baktria in preparation for war. In Armenia two armies stationed at the border ready for an invasion of Royal Scythia.

King Prochoros marches back to Athens to lead the fleet on a journey into the setting sun. While the might of Heracles move towards the sea to join in the westward expansion. In 5 years time the invasion forces are set to sail.

158 B.C.E.: Out of all the emissaries sent forth only one returns with a negative reply. King Prochoros has marked that faction for future notice. War is declared on Royal Scythia, Baktria, and Cimmeria, due to alliances Massagate and Arachosia are now enemies of the Athenian state.

A large battle consisting of 5520 Athenian soldiers and 3280 Royal Scythia's finest horsemen takes place south of Mtskheta. It was an Athenian victory tempered only by the fact that both generals died while every single body guard lived. Athenian losses numbered 1041 men while Royal Scythia lost 2856 men. All body guards were executed after the battle for their incompetence. The 370 prisoners were interrogated and forced into slavery for the dead generals families.

The Battle of Mtskheta 158 B.C.E

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Generals Gennadius and Aristonymos combined forces to face down the Royal Scythian forces. Gennadius led the vanguard forces into a valley west of large hill while Aristonymos led the main fighting force to the top of the hill to force the Royal Scythians off. The plan was to trap the enemy forces on the side of the hill and close in from the top and bottom making their horses a hindrance rather than an advantage.




The leaders of the enemy armies were confused as to how they would beat dual pronged attack and so each took command of their own forces thinking their plan was better. What happened was a disorganized mob of elite forces and some town guardsmen. Aristonymos led his forces within arrow range of the extreme flanks of the north-south battle line of the R.S. forces. Peppering enemy cavalry and infantry with flaming arrows as he slowly moved his hoplites into position.

The east-west battle line of the R.S. forces were equally set upon by Gennadius' skirmishers but quick thinking by a mercenary captain stopped the skirmishers and even managed to route a unit before they suffered extreme losses.

The battle soon turned into a massive cluster as things went haywire on the hill. Aristonymos died fighting to break a flanking attack by R.S royal skirmishers on his spear men. While down in the valley Gennadius attacked the rear of an engaged unit and when the excitement of the battle caused his heart to fail. The leading captains then tried to organize as best they could and tried to complete the attack as planned. Only Athenian skill and cohesion kept the army from falling apart.
After the battle was ended the two captains were promoted to the rank of leader and they carried on the city attack with few losses.

With the addition of the new cities Athens is large enough to be considered an Empire and has gained Imperium status. Capable of fielding 12 armies and 9 navies.

Towns gained during the year of 158 B.C.E.: Phasis, Mtskheta, Rhaga, and Zadrakarta

157 B.C.E.: A relatively peaceful year compared to the previous one. The invasion of Baktria continues to push inland but the blitzing forces missed a sizable army of Baktrian soldiers and lost a previously conquered town. The force consisted of several elephant contingents as well as their normally fielded units.

Persia was invaded but due to their previously good relations wasnt annexed but had a puppet government installed instead. They are now a client state to Athens and are helping with the invasion of Baktria.

In the North the region of Caucasia was united with the capture of the lightly defended town of Gabala.

Towns gained during the year of 157 B.C.E.: Gabala, Persepolis, and Hecatompylos.

156 B.C.E.: Another year of relative peace. The grand fleet ordered almost 5 years ago is nearing completion and supplies are now being gathered to make a push to the west. In northern Greece a rebellious army left over from Pontic wars is now the target of a newly raised Home Defense army. In Africa an army is raised to help keep the peace. In the province of Phanagoria an army from Massagate marches on what seemed to be a lightly guarded city. They fell under an Athenian ambush and were cut down in whole sale.

155 B.C.E.: Another year where armies continue to march forth upon Athens enemies. The sunset invasion fleet has gathered and is ready to leave Athen with King Prochoros at its head. They are bound westward to see where the sun takes them. The town of Merv was taken from the Baktrians and already it is apparent they dont have the money to sustain their armies as men desert by the century.

Towns gained during 155 B.C.E: Merv

154 B.C.E.: Athenian armies marched farther into the borders of her enemies cutting entire empires in half or destroying some all together. King Prochoros and his mighty fleet round the heel of Italy and push on towards Syracuse. The Baktrians vie for peace but demand appropriations from Athens which was aggressively denied.

Towns gained during 154 B.C.E.: Samandar, Phanagoria

153 B.C.E.: The Kings fleet continues to sail westward. North of Pella on a mighty river Pontus rebels cower on boats in a makeshift floating city and an Athenian ship was dispatched to remove their presence from the world. In the East armies continue to march on Baktria taking city after city. The whole of its nation crumbling at its feet they asked for peace again. Athens offered to let them live if only they bend knee. They refused. The army stationed in Phanagoria set sail and has set siege to its sister city of Pantecaeum. Towers are being built and the assault is planned to commence as soon as they are finished.

Towns gained during 153 B.C.E.:

152 B.C.E.: A year of advances in technology and warfare. Athens Economic technologies expand as he armies march on major enemy cities. General Caporos takes the port city of Panticapaeum after a long and bloody conflict.

The Siege of Panticapaeum 152 B.C.E.

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General Caporos marches his men and their newly constructed towers and ladders march on the high walls of Panticapaeum.

He ordered his light peltast into a skirmish line ahead of the main equipment to keep the slingers and archers on the walls heads down.

The ladders and towers approach the walls under heavy fire. The soldiers in the towers hunkered down to make as small a target as possible. Unfortunately flaming javelins and arrows make quick work of one of the towers.

The moment the towers and ladders hit the wall cimmerian cavalry made a break for it through the main gate to attack the men trying to climb the walls. They didn't foresee a group of light hoplites braving the oil under the gatehouse and ran straight into onwaiting spears.

After a long fought and hard battle the walls are taken. Athenian soldiers take up jeering and taunting the Cimmerian soldiers fleeing the towers and gate.


The gates belong to Athens and reserve troops begin to move through.

On the far right flank Athenian soldiers stand steady against a numerically superior Cimmerian soldiers. They fight hard and slay many enemy soldiers. Their morale begins to waver though and reinforcements are sent in a hurry to steady their lines.


With the flanks held the battle turns into a mop up and Athenian soldiers gather their wounded. A final view before the battle is officially called to end shows the soldiers that held the right watch Athenian formations in the street.

Cont....

[Ishmael]

A large battle consisting of 5520 Athenian soldiers and 3280 Royal Scythia's finest horsemen takes place south of Mtskheta. It was an Athenian victory tempered only by the fact that both generals died while every single body guard lived.

I just love it when this happens .

[easytarget]

Yeah, there's been threads popping up pretty much daily making fun of CA for this debacle at the main forum.

You have to hand it to them, they were consistent in their game design in this regard, not only do they kill off your generals in battle with regularity, when not successful there they make them die of old age half a dozen times per campaign as well (if you're lucky). Can't think of a way I would have designed it any better if my goal was to suck every last bit of RPG element out of the game. No, hang on, I can, and they did this too, create a entire page of traits you can pick from till you become so bored by the mechanic itself you just click on them randomly.

Keep it up Veho Nex, you're doing us proud!!!

[easytarget]

Any news from the front lines?

[Veho Nex]

sorry for taking so long, I'll have this done by tonight. I had to go outta in a hurry on friday morning and I dont have access to my desktop. Ill be home tonight and ill crank it out. For some news as to where I left off my flotilla is off the coast of Spain with a target either of Britannia or Denmark.

[Hooahguy]

It doesnt seem like Ill be able to participate in this anymore. Things are cracking down at school and I cant devote as much time to this as would be required. Perhaps if in two or so weeks if this is still going on I will rejoin.

[easytarget]

sorry for taking so long, I'll have this done by tonight. I had to go outta in a hurry on friday morning and I dont have access to my desktop. Ill be home tonight and ill crank it out. For some news as to where I left off my flotilla is off the coast of Spain with a target either of Britannia or Denmark.

No rush at all, wasn't meaning it that way, was just wondering how it was going is all. And I like the sound of where you've headed, north!

[Veho Nex]

New post to get attention. If you havent read it I have added more to the post above/\

Here is the save for whomever is next: http://www.filedropper.com/athens149bc

Onto the AAR:

[Bramborough]

Nice screenie series on the siege of Panticipaeum!

[Amras]

Is it mine or @Sp4 turn to play the succesion game?

[Myth]

Erm 159 to 152 mans only 7 turns. Do we have more or did your FL die then? You can play up until 15 turns total with the next guy @Veho Nex

I'm at work so I can't check when the save is at currently.

[Veho Nex]

its at 149bc so is 10 turns and i just wanted to play the years of my guy. Im good with a short turn

[Myth]

@Amras go ahead and play your turn.

[Myth]

Due to no response from either @Amras or @Sp4 I think @MorrowWolf should take this turn to keep the game moving.

[Amras]

Due to no response from either @Amras or @Sp4 I think @MorrowWolf should take this turn to keep the game moving.

Sorry for the missing response
I am ongoing with the game and have now played 8 turn since 13th Nov but i have also busy with my RL

[Myth]

Ah, good man! Any news?

[Myth]

@Amras please have the save ready by tomorrow or we are skipping your turn regardless.

Also @Sp4 please confirm you are still in this game or I will remove you from the list as you fail to post here or respond to my PM.

The other players did a great job so far and It is unfair to them to let this get bogged down for such an extended period of time.

[Sp4]

I came back like 3 weeks ago and told you. I considered myself eh... taken out? Already.

[Slaists]

If you get other missing players, I can pitch in. I have not touched Athens yet in the game. Could give it a shot for the length of a ruler, LOL. However, if this campaign was started before patch 7, wouldn't the campaign be buggy now?

[Myth]

I came back like 3 weeks ago and told you. I considered myself eh... taken out? Already.

Sorry I must have missed this. Apologies.
@Slaists welcome aboard! Hm... Not sure if it will be buggy. Why don't you give the save a try and see how it performs for you. However I believe the game goes now to @MorrowWolf who is next in line, and you can succeed him after.

[MorrowWolf]

I don't know if I'm missing something or what but the file dropper link is not working for me.

[Myth]

@Veho Nex can you upload the save again please? It seems it has expired.

[Veho Nex]

Uh, Im with family for Thanksgiving I can try and get home to upload it tonight. If I can't I wont be home till Monday.

[Myth]

Alright. And I'll re-up it here on the .org so we have it permanently.

[easytarget]

Veho,

What's the news from the front?

[Veho Nex]

Gosh darnit, sorry guys. I got side tracked and forgot about re-uploading.

I feel horrible for being the person this stalled at.

Here is the save link again:

http://www.filedropper.com/athens149bc