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    Chapter XI:

    July 1st, 999 AD

    With Francia still reeling after the events which took place outside the walls of Reims, the Carolingian claimant Louis of Upper Lorraine has concluded his negotiations with Herbert of Champagne. In return for the ceding of territory from the royal domain to the Counts of Champagne, and in addition the title of Constable being bestowed upon Herbert, Hugh Capet was handed over to Louis, the fate of the Capetian dynasty now resting solely in his hands. Now that an amiable relationship has been ensured between Louis and Herbert, their armies will be free to continue their campaign into the French heartland, and the seat of the monarchy at Paris. Few pro-Capetian forces remain, with Odo-Henry I of Burgundy forced to retreat to his own lands and garisson his towns against William of Toulouse, approaching swiftly from the south. With the rebellion in the Pyrenees ended, the Toulousan forces may now focus all their forces in the campaign to install Louis as King.

    In addition to the war of successsion between the Capetian and Carolingian houses, the great lords continue to war with each other on the peripheral areas of Francia. In the north, Baldwin of Flanders has continued to wield an agressive campaign against the Duchy of Normandy, besieging the city of Rouen with a large infantry force. Meanwhile, the opposing forces of Richard of Normandy are caught up in their own domestic concerns, with food supplies running short after the army served several months in the field against the pretender Hugh II of Maine. Nonetheless, there are fresh Norse recruits in Richard's army, hailing from the more remote areas of Normandy, and these could prove crucial in helping to ensure a swift end to the conflict. Immediately to the south, Odo of Blois and Fulk of Anjou continue to war over the disputed Touraine region. While Fulk was quick to ensure the loyalty of the western half of the region, the forces of Blois are now stronger, and better equipped to see out the war.

    Some form of stability appears to have been achieved in southern Francia. Revolts were suppressed simultaneously in the southern mountainous regions of both Gascony and Toulouse, leaving the rulers of these powers with fresh armies at their disposal. Generally, southern Francia has continued to flourish while the north descends into chaos, with trade from the Mediterranean and a generally more advanced infrastructure encouraging trade to grow.

    Now that the potential for dispute within the Carolingian cause appears to have been removed, surely it will only be a matter of time before Louis' military might ensures for himself the crown his forefathers wore...


    Decisions will be sent by PM as is the procedure now.

    Also, apologies for the long delay in getting this out.
    Last edited by Rhyfelwyr; 01-19-2009 at 23:58.
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    Deadline ?

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    Quote Originally Posted by ||GoTW||Warman||Sldr||-III-|| View Post
    Deadline ?
    Only a couple of people have replied so far, so I won't set one until I get more replies...
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    I have come to realise the futility of a prolonged conflict against the County of Blois and the Carolingians. I wish to enquire what your demands are for a peace agreement?

    Fulk III, Count of Anjou
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    I am pleased to see that this needless war is slowly coming to an end. As such, my terms are generous:

    Surrender the control of the city and castle of Tours to royal control.
    Acknowledge me as rightful king of Francia.
    Renounce Hugh as a usurper.
    Swear to me an oath of fealty and loyalty at Paris.

    Louis the Carolignian, rightful King of Francia.

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    OOC: When did Ignoramus take control over Louis the Carolingian?

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    OOC: About 3 turns ago. Rhyfelwyr offered me the spot to add extra human involvement.

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    Lol.. In that case.. get ready for receiving a message from William of Toulouse!

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    Sorry guys, thought I had mentioned that.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Ignoramus View Post
    I am pleased to see that this needless war is slowly coming to an end. As such, my terms are generous:

    Surrender the control of the city and castle of Tours to royal control.
    Acknowledge me as rightful king of Francia.
    Renounce Hugh as a usurper.
    Swear to me an oath of fealty and loyalty at Paris.

    Louis the Carolignian, rightful King of Francia.
    I am prepared to accept those terms. That said the terms leave a lot to be clarified. What of Western Touraine other than Tours? Will it remain under my control?
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    Western Touraine shall remain under your control.

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    Rhyfelwyr - could you update the map on the first post once all these land changes finally take place?

    IC:

    William of Toulouse will announce that he would like to sign a peace treaty with Count of Anjou.
    A white peace perhaps?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Ibn-Khaldun View Post
    Rhyfelwyr - could you update the map on the first post once all these land changes finally take place?
    I'll do that when I release the next chapter.
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    Announcement!

    Count William of Toulouse have made peace with Odo-Henry I, Duke of Burgundy, who agreed to hand over Forez to Count Williams forces and disband all of his Armies. Count William will leave a small force near Dijon to kepp peace and order in Odo-Henry's lands.
    Count William also hopes that now the rest of the Lords will make peae with Duke of Burgundy also! He would also announce that Odo-Henry and all of his lands are under Count Williams protection. No armies can't be send to Burgundy or they will have to deal with Count William!
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    Default Re: Rise of the Capetians

    how many people are left?

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    Quote Originally Posted by ||GoTW||Warman8||Sldr||-III-|| View Post
    how many people are left?
    Well no 'factions' have been destroyed. Although Aquitaine and the Capetian Dynasty are under my command since their spaces are vacant. Plus the Carolingian faction came from off the map. So that makes 12 factions, with 10 players.
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    I mis-worded it ! I just wanted to know how many people didn't send their decsions in?

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    Quote Originally Posted by ||GoTW||Warman8||Sldr||-III-|| View Post
    I mis-worded it ! I just wanted to know how many people didn't send their decsions in?
    What on earth was I thinking? Gah, man that looks stupid on reflection.

    Anyway, I've got 5 orders in so far IIRC.
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    Our there spaces left here? Warman sent me a link because i was interested in playing these.

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    Quote Originally Posted by 777Ares777 View Post
    Our there spaces left here? Warman sent me a link because i was interested in playing these.
    You're in luck.

    Quote Originally Posted by Rhyfelwyr View Post
    Well no 'factions' have been destroyed. Although Aquitaine and the Capetian Dynasty are under my command since their spaces are vacant. Plus the Carolingian faction came from off the map. So that makes 12 factions, with 10 players.
    Last edited by Quintus.JC; 02-03-2009 at 18:49.

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    Quote Originally Posted by 777Ares777 View Post
    Our there spaces left here? Warman sent me a link because i was interested in playing these.


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    Perhaps you should take Aquitaine, they're argubably the most powerul faction on the map, plus the land you've inherited from Horus and Rhyfelwyr is not war-ravaged, unlike most of the centre Francia lands.

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    Hmmm yeah I don't think the Capetian Dynasty would be the best option at this time.
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    Aquitaine it is, still a bit bewildered about the rules, but it looks very interesting

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    Quote Originally Posted by 777Ares777 View Post
    Aquitaine it is, still a bit bewildered about the rules, but it looks very interesting
    There aren't really any set rules, basically I give each player a few multiple choice questions on any major issues affecting them, plus they give me any orders they come up with themsleves. Diplomacy is conducted directly with the other players via PM.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Rhyfelwyr View Post
    Hmmm yeah I don't think the Capetian Dynasty would be the best option at this time.
    No, unless you like rotting in dungeons.

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    So, who haven't send in their orders yet??

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    well i haven't received any options so i assume that doesn't apply to me...

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    Sorry for the delay guys, I'm ploughing through my modding work so I can get a Beta version out before ETW steals all the limelight...
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    Still waiting the next chapter...

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