Gods And Men 4 [Rp]

[Stephensj 327]

Volkhardt

 

He sighs, looking around before speaking. "I seem to have forgot the other matters I wished to discuss. Is there anything else that you all want to say?"

 

Captain Heine

 

He looks at the guards before nodding. "That will be fine. I am sure Konig Heinrich will be happy to speak to you about these raiding parties." With this, they would board the rowboats with the queen before heading back to the fleet. The queen would be given a decent room aboard their newly christened flagship, Geis des Sieges. They would stay in the bay for another day, collecting fish for the trip back.

[ShadowoKing 86]

Setherus

 

He switched poisition on his throne admiring the talk between the gods, he remains slient to all the questions asked.

 

Nyth Collective

 

As the menace of the sea god defeated by the might of the gods, Quetzal wish for his small boat fleet of remaining 5 to seal across the waters to land of Gimblewood. The Nyths land onto shores of this land armoured to their best ability, the Nyth Collective landed 250 Nyths. They gathered around behind their leader Quetzal as they march North to look for any lifeform, they prepare their weapons incase of hosibilty.

[Heff 2460]

The Thane of the Dale and 15 sherrifs and their deputies rides out to meet the landing party. They meet them armed in shovels and pots n' pan armor, their large pigs rearing at the sight of the tall creatures.

"Who goes there?! Are ye here to attend the Festival Of Love?" Miles away the Halfling population skyrockets as more halflings enjoy the 18 year long festival. Meanwhile the sherrifs do patrol of the Northern border, tales of strange metal skinned big knife wieldeds reaching the farthest reaching villages.

[Stephensj 327]

New Turn

 

Heinrich

The king sits upon his throne, his gaze shifting down his court. The foreign queen had arrived, first landing in Ruhenheim before traveling here. As she would walk down towards his thrones, many nobles and politicians stare before whispering in huddled groups. As she approaches him, he would straighten his posture slightly before speaking. "Greetings, I am Konig Heinrich, the rightful ruler of Honisberg. I hear you come bearing requests. Well, state them."

 

Kingdom of Honisberg

The Kingdom prospers, many good things befalling them. There were parades upon the defeat of the Sea God, a statue of the Caroline being constructed to remember those that fell. The encounter of new races usually created some buzz in the streets, but died off quickly. However, the news of a foreign queen in our court creates much fuss. In the West, Ruhenheim grows larger, as it will become the home port of our navy. 10 more warships are being constructed, to add to our navy. Reports of the conflict in the south east has generated many opinions among common folk, which could be easily swayed. Our population reaches 70,000, with 25,000 soldiers. Our military is broken up as follows, 12,500 Infantry, 7,500 Archers, and 5,000 Heavy Cavalry. Our engineers and blacksmiths have promising reports as well. One blacksmith claims to have found a way to remove 'imperfections' from iron, making a better metal. We will research this and see what comes of it. Our siege engineers are also working on creating a smaller ballistae. Our reports on the Front is as follows. A eastern defense has been established. A few miles east of Mainz, a small trench system is formed with only 3 roads moving through it. Our northern border is being closely watched as well, patrols along the river. A expedition has been sent South as well, going to explore these midget villages.

 

Southern Expedition

We have just crossed the known border, venturing with 500 Heavy Cavalry. We have so far passed one of the villages, but are going to venture deeper into this land in search more.

[Angel~ 34]

Methasea:

 

 

 

Methasea shifts around as her convoy of officers slowly shift and seperate to reveal the Queen, stepping forwards she looks around before adjusting her clothes quietly, afterwards she clears her throat and speaks "I am from the island of Tyre...My people have been getting raided by another nation for quite some time, forcing us to retreat into our caves and think of ways to survive given the fact we have no defense against a navy...I came here in hopes that you with your amazing ships could help guard our island at least till we come up with a way to defend ourselves against the raiders...My people are skilled in making spears, pikes, and short swords....We can spare some from the expanding mines we have in the making and could grant you a possible fort or a area on our island to do what you wish with...." She quietly straightens herself holding her breath quietly watching the King.

[dirtryhary 26]

The Sincan diplomat was seen on his way with a joyous celebration. The Ajah's insisted he and his retinue receive an honor guard of galleys at sea. Six would travel with them back to the Sincan port. Trade was established, with the ports of Illian open to their new accomplice. Food, ore, and wood are primarily offered to be sold in exchange for goods they would name. The army stays where it is, adding it's numbers to the necessary task at hand. Smaller coastal ships have been built and add to the scouting of the guards amongst the coast in their way forts. The large ships meant to carry were also completed. They were beached on the coast, and Illian received an increase in supplies. The convoys coming from Tar Valon and Camelyn were  big, and had larger then usual amounts of troops in the escort. They stayed in Illian after getting there, and were put to work. Grumbling, they added their labour in the effort to build the town up. Wood carted from the forest was used to make a palisade, and increasingly bigger buildings.

 

Illian architecture was tall and slim, almost as if they wished to recreate the air of trees that they lost leaving the forest. Going many stories high, the tops were crenelated and could be used by troops as a last effort. Rope bridges connected some of the towers, and made it easy to move about the town. The port was empty but for galleys, coastal ships, and transports. It was enlarged for the planned accommodation of SIncan merchant ships. Raiders would be allowed to sell their plunder form Tyre, and be set on their way home with holds full of iron and food. Camelyn's walls were made stone from the help of the quarries, and were a dark grey. In stark contrast to Tar Valon's pure white, Camelyn was a dirtier and more industrious place. The population was growing to surpass even Tar Valon as it's production increased constantly. The forest around it was cleared and settled for farming, and the road connected it to Tar Valon. Between the two was almost all forested or farmed land, as further on the forest was allowed to regrow. Tar Valon was more militaristic, as citizens streamed in and volunteered. Retired soldiers all settled near the White Tower, forming a loyal core for the Red Ajah. The martial state was helped with the Aes Sedai metal weavers doing incredible things. They could channel as the iron was being made into something, making it stronger through channeling. Blades were their especial strong point, as they found a way to fold the metal many times over making it durable and flexible.

 

The foreign ships were viewed with caution from the coastal patrol ships. They kept to their routes as word was rushed to Illian. Troops working went on their guard, keeping weapons close. The people would wait to see what they did, not wishing to trouble with the passing ships. Expansion north continued, the forest being cleared for farming. Shai'tan himself kept a close eye, and directly urged the Ajahs to send their Aes Sedai to Tar Valon. Gathering from across the nation, they prepared. No longer were Sentinels the only patrols, they were now accompanied by heavily armored warders. Sometimes even an Aes Sedai went with them on a special mission, to root out the dark forest creatures. The mysterious tree creature did not appear yet, but the White Tower was tense with prepared aggression. Troops are rallied in Tar Valon and Camelyn, all being outfitted with special additions. Netting, flammable liquid, sharp axes, and torches. They were told what was expected of them, and of the beats in the forest. They were supplied for the campaign, and were told to await the order to advance into the wild.

 

A small castle is to be built in the stone hills near Illian, to watch over the sea and town. It would start relatively small with a high inner stone wall, and wooden palisades to form an outer ring. A large keep was to soar into the sky. The keep was to be made of stone carted all the way from Tar Valon. An imitation of the White Tower, it would remind the people of it's presence. A large pile of wood would lie on top. An Aes Sedai to be stationed there would light it if ever trouble came. Stone is quarried locally, a dark and rugged sort. Wood was carted form the forest, and all the other supplies arrived from Camelyn. The garrison was sent their to help work, and Aes Sedai lent a hand in channeling the stone into more complex and aesthetic ways. More wood is brought from the increasing clearings to build more galleys.

[Angel~ 34]

Update on the Tyresian's:

 

 

 

 

While the Queen was away, All the wooden structures that held up the mines and any structural support beams were being converted into stone supports. People were slowly growing used to the idea of living here, The councils have finally found a way to grow crops in the caves, The population was actually growing with the help of the expanding cave, The massive underground city was slowly growing. Massive stone support beams being constructed of Iron, and stone making sure they wouldnt budge or crumble. Meanwhile the Military council was thinking of ways to improve the army, a new formation with pikes in front, and swords or archers in the back has been made and tested while they try to find out how those Raiders made their weapons that ruined their slowly constructing walls(A mod can deciede how this works out O3O), The Population was very very slowly climbing while this was happening, a lot of men and women working on expanding the city random songs being sung as they mined away the hard stone.

[Stephensj 327]

Heinrich

 

The court would buzz with chatter upon these requests, slowly growing in noise. Heinrich would sigh, looking upwards as he rubs his chin. He would stamp his armored boot down, silencing the court before looking down upon the Queen once more. "Your offer is quite dry I must say. You would have me enter a foreign war and I would merely get simply weaponry and a port? Instead, I will give you a counter offer. I will send you supplies and offer you place on Honisberg. If you find living there too unpleasant or have to flee, I will allow you to have shelter within my land, where your people may work as equals. If this happens, you can either live in our city or establish your own. However, know that if it comes to this and you take refuge here, you must seek my blessing before making major decisions. I am willing to negotiate these terms if you find them unfavorable."

 

*Caravans containing things such as lumber, food, and furs are sent North to trade with the Preusk.

 

Event: Tyre

The Tyrinians would be able to basic sketches of the weaponry. However, attempts to re create it are mostly unsuccessful. To make a effective replicate, they must capture one for study.

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Branyng

 

 

Branyng had watched intensely the battles of the Southern Gods, letting his people flourish more or less without him. He thought of it as playing the "long game", but would need to make an appearance eventually - as much now as later. From his castle upon the ethereal peak the Preuskil called "Skopenheim", he watched. 

 

 

To keep him company were the Valkra, which he used much of his power in creating - no stronger than the average Human, but capable of transporting themselves to his plane and for the purpose of keeping him company in his isolation. The Preuskil people told tales of the beauty of the Valkra, and that before the Death God of the North came to claim their lives, one would appear before them. Though they aren't a part of the mortal planes, they are just as mortal as their Preuskil conterparts; while they could not kill with weapons of war, and neither could they be killed, but they still died of age, and young that their beauty never be tarnished with it. The Valkra looked like a 19 year old Preuskil by the time they were 6, froze in looks, and then died at the age of 29. With around 100 of them total at any time, though, Branyng could pair them with Preuskil heroes as heroes emerged, thereby keeping a balance of life and death in his new creations.

 

Branyng, sufficiently satisfied by his use of power, moves towards the hall Volkhardt had created. Walking in accompanied by a flurry of blades and spears, he slowly surveys the hall. Few could deny that he embodied at least the aspects of a noble war, the mirage soldiers might see guiding them towards glorious death.

 

 

Joen de Archa and the Empire of Preusk

 

 

The population has reached 70,000 Preuskil, inhabiting castle towns across our fertile south, forts in the mountains and Brannenburg, the capital in the center of our domain of the mountains, overlooking the fertile gorge we found some time past. We have sent an expedition of 2,000 people to sail on ships westward from The Forest, where we hope to find more land to take. They are hardened and I am confident they will report back soon. The population grows restless as we lack an enemy to fight; perhaps Branyng will soon tell us to go East to take the great icy plains there.

 

Our blacksmiths continue to refine our iron that it may be strong when we once again go to war. Our people, if mobilized, number almost 20,000 Infantry, 10,000 Archers, and 2,000 Medium Cavalry.

 

We have also turned the Burned City of the Shepherd-folk into a fort, with great walls facing South and East. This will be a symbol of our defensive strength to the other races of this world. We will continue to call it the Burned City, though.

 

We have, at our docks, begun to build larger ships meant to counter any that might try to fight us on sea; thusly we will be defended on both fronts. Our army is equipped with halberds and longswords, most wear medium or heavy armor, and those that do not are archers. If we are attacked, our enemies will find that transporting supplies into the Preuskil mountains is easier said than done. I have left my council more or less in charge while I make the journey Southwards.

 

Along the Borders

 

Preuskil patrols are seen marching along their side of the border with Honisberg and some towers have been erected, but there is obviously no large scale military gathering along their borders outside of the Burned City. Preuskil caravans begin transporting ores and crafts southwards in trade with Honisberg. What appears to be a 200-man regiment headed by Joen Archa herself begins to make its way towards Honisberg, with a train of supplies in tow. Upon being greeted by a man of Honisberg, she would proclaim "I am Joen de Archa, First Empress of Preusk and Chosen of Branyng. I have come to speak with your King."

 

The Westernmost Dwarven Tribes might notice a gathering of Preuskil regiments near the edge of the tundra.

 

Trade caravans begin to make their way towards the Forest, asking for permission to trade with the Forestians.

 

The Preuskil settlers make their way towards the Conquestable Land.

[Kaun 102]

The Nation had been growing well, it's numbers now reaching 25,000. The Fort at Ruhenheim had been completed, scanning the corner of the river and ocean's meeting. Farms and homesteads had been built throughout the river plain, turning the land into a massive farm. The bridge being made to connect both sides was finished as well, allowing open trade between both sides of the river. 

 

Back in the Capital, they had finished the designs for advanced fortifications and had began integrating it into the walls and into the buildings of the city. The paths were made clear and paved with larger stones and raised from the ground a few inches. Another mine entrance was created on the other side of the road, digging into the ground for more stone. Towers were being made along the walls and along the road out of the city to keep a watchful eye.

 

The Guardians had grown to hold 8,000 men and women, consisting of now mainly archers with very large bows, and very large arrows. Near 3,000 Archers, 2,000 spearmen, 2,000 swordsmen, and 1,000 brute strength fighters were in the Guardians.

 

Back in Ruhenheim, the first Forestian ship was being created, after watching the construction of so many other ships by Honisberg, the Forestians wanted something to create that was just as good. They began work, using every resource they had in its construction. 

 

Allahn sat in the meeting, "I also wonder, whom is this 'Zeran' that I keep hearing of? Do any of you know?" He looks around.

[hellfiazz 879]

SINHOTEP

At the meeting, the previously witty Sinhotep grows visibly uneasy at the mention of Zeran, but remains quiet on the matter.

He looks to the Harvest Guardian, and responds: "Probably not, Harvest-man, that's beyond me."

---

In Sinet; the population now stands at 100,000, with an additional small population of 750 Tyrinians. They are distributed as follows: 60,000 at Sinak, 25,000 at Nairak, and 15,000 at Shastak. Of those, around 20,000 were Hunter-Knights.

Trade with the Saidans goes well. In return for their practical resources, they are traded things like pearls, as well as parts of the sea monsters and exotic creatures that inhabit the lands and seas of Sinet.

The Hunter-Knights of Shastak report that the more humid environment of the outer swamp has rendered their composite bows less effective. As such, they are rearmed with the self bows, which are better suited to the humidity.

The transport fleet finishes construction, and with a great deal more time invested a great deal more ships are produced, enough to house 8,000 Hunter Knights and their mounts, or 16,000 Sincans without mounts, in addition to supplies and such. A fleet of 100 War-Galleys begins assembly to support the transport fleet.

A small expedition of 100 Hunter-Knights goes to the colder North, to scout for resources or inhabitants [MOD NEEDED]

Attempted conversion of the of the Tyrinian populace continues [MOD NEEDED]

A single large galley is outfitted for extended travel. It is given a group of 4 Fishermen, who are paid extra, who will ensure they have enough food during the intended journey. Also, learning from the mistakes of the Tyrininians, the cartographer ensures the maps will only be comprehensible through a specific method. It begins to sail along the Southern coast, with the intention of going west to explore. [MOD NEEDED, I'LL PM YOU THE METHOD STEPHEN]

[ShadowoKing 86]

Nyths In Gimblewood

 

Their leader Quetzal towers over the Thane of the Dale to only laugh, the rest of the party laughed along with him. The laughter halted after Quetzal stopped with the clash of his spear onto the ground.

 

"You will show respect small thing. I am Quetzal, leader of the Nyths Collective. Children of Setherus, the almighty powerful god. And we are setting claim to these lands to hunt until we find bigger preys to hunt. Now give us excuse to not hunt you lot."

 

Quetzal issues his men to set up base on Gimblewood shores without the Halfling's permission, while he stood in front of them awaiting for their response.

 

Nyths Collective

 

The Collective population grew to 130,000 Nyths in total. A mixture of archers, spearmen, swords, brutes in rarity of clothing, and armour. Unorganised equipped army of 100,000 hyped for some form of hunt as most of the game in their area has became dull. Most animals of the island were tamed, the recent dangerout tamed creature was a raptor. Quick and violent. They were locked into cages to use as ring fights or against another creature.

 

The seaports has been expanded in size as construction on a huge ship has been planned and it have been so far half constructed by the populance,  it would be a capital ship using the two available Spinosaurus they have available to drag it. The small boats of 5 and extra built 8 boats were set up as troop carriers to get across the gap between their island and the main lands.

Although the seaport city announced to be open for trading and docking for their unknown ally friends, Honisberg. They sent a messanger to Honisberg in offering of trading. Fishes, giant crabs, or anything else they would like.

 

The Sea God heart was dragged  to the temple as a pillar shrine of the fallen god and how Setherus beated it. The heart was washed up to the shores by the water waves of the conflict and disappearance of their god.

 

Setherus

 

Setherus yawns in this meeting, he stood up from his throne. "No idea, damn I'm bored. My children are having fun than I am."

[Angel~ 34]

Update on the Island of Tyre~:

 

The Tyresian Counselor's have done all they can in their attempt at replicating the ballista the other nation used and has chosen to send people out along the island to lay dangerous expansive traps along any possible trail ways, from very deep pit falls with sharpened stakes in the bottom, to ropes that will hoist the man chosen high above the tree line, slowing their progress. The Military Council while dealing with this have also created a new branch in their army, forming a more stealthy unit, equipping them with the best of the bows with poison tipped arrows as well as light armor to escape anyone that tried following them. They are all told to read over the map of the island showing where the traps were and how to avoid them, before being sent out after being dressed in camouflage including their gear. Meanwhile the Population has risen too five thousand thanks to the better pick axes being created while miners are discovering ways to make more cobblestone collapse, The houses becoming more neater and prettier as their progress continues, now tunnels are being constructed to make very long but wide tunnels that house the population OR stores. The Army is made up of: 1900 Spearmen/Pikemen...600 Archers and 500 Speacialized Troops(Camo) then there is the more royal guards(500) equipped with a variety of Halberds, Spears, Crossbows, long swords or a large shield and sword totaling up to 3500 men in the army, though some of them work in the mines making them stronger as they use it like a work out. 

 

 

 

Meanwhile on the Mainland~!:

 

Methasea quietly sighs to herself nodding slowly as she rethinks her own offer before looking back up to the King giving a weak nod "I can agree to this....Its better then nothing, Thank you for allowing my people a opportunity to rebuild if we loss our home..." Her ears weakly twitch and she crosses her arms behind her back waiting to see if that is all.

[Stephensj 327]

Honisberg

 

Heinrich

 

He would think for a minute before speaking once more. "Oh yes, in the best of interest of our agreement remaining, I offer you a place here so that no harm may come upon you. You see, it would be bothersome to have to re negociate these terms once more. It also wouldn't bother having such a fair looking queen in my court." He then leans back into his throne, his face showing a twisted grin.

 

Field Marshal Ulrich

 

A messenger would be sent out upon contact with the Preusk. Shortly after, a large man decorated in unique armor would ride up, 100 mounted Knights behind him. "Greetings, Queen of the North. I am Field Marshal Ulrich, commander of the Honisberg forces. We will gladly take you to our Konig. Usually, we would stop at Wilderstein, for supplies, but I see you've brought your own. Follow us along the road."

 

Event: Sinet

 

The knights move North, however, the cold barren landscape is too harsh for the desert dwellers. They are forced to turn back soon after entering the land.

 

The Tyrinians seem to still prove stubborn about their faith. Although they are steadfast about their faith, their entire demeanor seems unsure.

 

The Western expedition would bode well, moving along the coast with favorable weather. They would go past the Illian cost before coming upon a group of islands. They would stick along the coast, observing lizard like creatures. After this they would reach a choice. A gulf stretched out to the North of them, but more coast to the west.

 

Event: Tyre

 

The cave city would soon be filled with love, the population growing rapidly. However, this brings about problems too. The underground farms would quickly fail. The food stores are able to sustain the population, but not for long. A new food source would need to be found, fast.

[Angel~ 34]

Reaction (Methasea + Tyrensians):

 

Methasea gives a faint blush and shifts around "Ahem...if that is all then I will make my way back to my people I dont wish to leave them without me for long..." she says glancing back at her officers curiously as they stand tall and still before thinking up a request and turns back to the king "Could you send some herding animals along with the supplies as my people do not have any..." she shifts around fixing her hair as she remains quietly afterwards.

 

 

The island of Tyre:

 

The people of Tyre..more specifically the counselors of food production notice this problem almost instantly and soon search out for a solution to this, The only solution coming to mind would be an underground fishing area, soon the underground lake they found a while ago would be slowly getting filled with the needed things to support fishes before the fishes are transported to the lake...More ideas are slowly being created to solve food problems. Meanwhile the Camo troops are spread out along the island, four to a group as they spread out using the surroundings and knowledge of the land to help their advances.