Unification of the Isles: Britannia Hotseat (completed, winners Myth and Zim)

[phonicsmonkey]

Like I say Myth I looked at the turn before Iggy took the castle (which was turn 18) and there was no Swordsmith's Guild there. Could you please take a screenshot of it so I can work out what's going on?

[Myth]

[Ignoramus]

I can assure everyone that I didn't destroy anything. I believe it may have occurred if Myth sacked Nottingham when he retook the city from me. In cities such as Shrewsbury and Oxford, which have repeatedly changed hands, there have been buildings such as small churches that I've seen disappear.

[Ignoramus]

BTW, Norway!

I now really hate "King" John. : P

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[phonicsmonkey]

I can assure everyone that I didn't destroy anything. I believe it may have occurred if Myth sacked Nottingham when he retook the city from me. In cities such as Shrewsbury and Oxford, which have repeatedly changed hands, there have been buildings such as small churches that I've seen disappear.

I'll look into it - apologies if I missed it before, I only looked at it quickly and forgot the icon is the same as for a blacksmith.

[Myth]

To be honest I loaded just now and tried both occupying and sacking and it's still gone oO Igno can you load your last save prior to the one you just got, to see if you have it when you hold Nottingham?

[Nightbringer]

I wish my assassin network were extensive enough to have destroyed it, :(
but I can assure you its destruction has not come from me...

[Zim]

England

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[Myth]

Ireland.

King John rode his horse trough the scenic countryside near Shaftsburry. The road had been decorated with piles of dead and mutilated Welsh and Irish - truly a pleasure for the senses. The king had a large grin on his face as he opened a medallion where his father and brother's miniature portraits greeted him. King John the Bastard - avenger of the now severed British Royal bloodline.

"Ah, the smell of dead celts in the morning is... invigorating! So Llywelyn is hiding in that fort?" the King pointed with his mail clad glove and spat.

"Indeed sire, he is."

"Prepare the rack, tomorrow night we will have a Welsh King for a guest."

John's laugh echoed and made two ravens raise their heads in curiosity, before continuing with their feast.

OOC: Both Llywelyn and the Irish king Brian were defeated in combat! They can't move next turn, and Llywelyn is besieged. Unless a miracle happens he should be finally dead next turn. BTW I was offered a second Swordsmith's guild so it's no loss after all.

[phonicsmonkey]

They can't move next turn....

Actually I don't think that rule is in place in this game...

[Nightbringer]

Actually I don't think that rule is in place in this game...

it is actually, it is on the rules page.

[phonicsmonkey]

it is actually, it is on the rules page.

Erm...good! Carry on then.

[Nightbringer]

also, I couldn't move anyway! :)

wales up
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[Ignoramus]

How the mighty are fallen!

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[phonicsmonkey]

How the mighty are fallen!

Which ones?

[Myth]

Llywelyn of Wales, easily the best general in this Hotseat since Turn 1. He is about to get his head chopped off next turn though!

[Nightbringer]

perhaps, or perhaps King John will receive the same first...

[Myth]

I doubt it!

[Zim]

Norway finds itself in an unfortunate position. They had hoped that the war that had engulfed the Isles might burn itself out, eventually leading to a return to the status quo. Now it seems even the death of the resolute and skillful Llywelyn will bring no end to the conflict, as Ireland takes even bigger bites out of the Kingdom of England. To this end we have been forced to end our neutrality and declare war on the Gaels, a state that will continue until a balance has been regained in the region, or Norse might has been exhausted.

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[Nightbringer]

So Norway takes on our same position, but attacks us. If you truly see england as needing aid you are mistaken. Ireland only continues to intervene so that Wales may not be exterminated.

[Myth]

Ireland is next. Llywelyn is dead! All of England rejoices as Henry and Edward's vengeful spirits are finally at rest with this triumph of justice! Now has come the final moment for King John to fulfill his father's last will, that Wales be forever wiped off the maps of Europe.

Ireland is now signing its own death sentence, with one army supporting King Brian's treachery and another one wandering the seas near Southern England. Some troops are garrisoning York as well - overall at least 60% of Ireland's troops are assigned on a pointless suicide mission in England, which will leave their home country exposed. But don't let my words stop you from trying to push into England proper - we are known for our hospitality!

[Nightbringer]

Irelands only wish is that England will agree to a peace treaty with wales. This war has gone no for far too long. Statements such as the one you made are what brought Ireland into this war, they will not bring us out of it.

[Myth]

No. Wales is doomed and you only doom Ireland as well by meddling in this war and our just right to end the Welsh threat. Let us not deceive one another - you entered the war when Wales convinced you you can grab some English land without fear of retribution. But now you shall reap what you have sewn.

[Nightbringer]

UotI-22-Wales.zip
it is clear you are simply a warmonger who cannot stand the thought of peace.
wales up!

[Ignoramus]

Norway!

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[Zim]

England

The Norse have taken several minor Irish settlements but will immediately withdraw if an accord can be made between the English and Irish.

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[phonicsmonkey]

England

The Norse have taken several minor Irish settlements but will immediately withdraw if an accord can be made between the English and Irish.

If history is any guide you may be waiting a very long time...

[Zim]

I know, that's how my family ended up in the U.S.

I'm torn between joy at the thought of Ireland take over large swathes of England and the fact that it's an ally they're attacking (not to mention the problems that would ensue if they beat England).

If history is any guide you may be waiting a very long time...

[Myth]

Beat England? What? :D

Edit:

News: Patraic of Waterford (the general who was besieging Nottingham) has been defeated and cannot move next turn. He retreated into a stone fort which makes it OK for me to attack him whenever I please however.

King Brian has suffered his second defeat at the hands of King John. So far his loss record on English soil remains a firm 100%. He also cannot move next turn and I hope that in a few turns his head will also be able to freely roam the land without being held back... by his body.

There is also a pathetic "full army" conscripted of dirt farmers and Irish sheepherders, that has foolishly landed near Launceston. They face complete annihilation at the hands of England's fine professional armies.

In the West Wales has abandoned Norwich which we have gladly retaken. It is an important maritime trade center on the West coast. Wales huddles and hides it's last scraps of an army near Lincoln, and will be dealt with swiftly.

A minor loss - Cardiff has been reported to be stormed by the last remnants of the Welsh Eastern army. Half is in the city, the other half was slowed down in the fields to the North, no doubt because they found a flock of sheep to... play with. They will be put to the sword soon.

King John is pleased and wishes all the best to Brian's wife. He is also on the way to meet King Llywelyn's widow, as he had promised so long ago.

Ireland is up.

[Nightbringer]

England

The Norse have taken several minor Irish settlements but will immediately withdraw if an accord can be made between the English and Irish.

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Ireland is quite ready to discuss peace. We simply require that England also consent to peace with Wales. We will not see the English commit genocide upon a proud people. I propose that peace can be made by as such.

Norway shall hand Downpatrik and Derry back to the Kingdom of Ireland.

Ireland will turn Dumfries over to Norway, as it lies within the former territory of Scotland.

Ireland shall hand York back to England. Newcastle will then be returned as well after 5 years of peace.

Wales shall hand Lincoln back to England.

England shall hand Cardiff back to Wales.

All nations shall end their wars and return to a state of peace. Ireland shall start no further wars, but will support any nation that is attacked in the future.

What say you?