Wars of the Diadochi: Game Thread

Chaos has engulfed the entire Greek world! Cassander, a general under Alexander the Great, has executed his captives, the only son of Alexander and the boy's mother, Alexander's wife Roxana. While this low and cowardly bid for power is denounced by all of Alexander's remaining friends, it seems to meet with relief in private. None of the Diadochi, or Successors, looked forward to the day when they would have to turn over their portions of Alexander's kingdom, hard fought over in the last thirteen years since Alexander's death. Distrust between the various Greek factions has disturbed the trade routes normally reliant on peace. In the West, Rome's recent conquest of Neapolis greatly extends the reach of the empire directly into contact with the Greek world, as the Gauls in the Po river valley grow restless to the north. Carthage has recently had its trade routes cut from the Eastern Mediterranean as the Phoenician trading cities fell to Alexander's control. The stage is set for the growth of empires!

The Selucid Empire-- Played by Peeta Mellark
King Seleucus I "Nicator", age 48
Heir Apparent: Eldest Son, Antiochus, age 12
Other Family: Wife, Apama (age 34), younger son Achaeus (age 8), daughters Apama and Laodice (10 and 5)
Tax Base: 140
Total Income: 209
Total Expenses: 140
Net Income: 69
Treasury: 15
Total Available Cash: 84
Strategic Resources: 2 Iron (Local)
Trade Resources: 2 Spices (Local), 2 Silks (India), 2 Grain (Local), 3 Silver (Local)
Standing Trade Deals: 2 Silks from India for 15 talents

Armies: First Army, Near Archosia: 5 Light Infantry, 3 Phalanx, 2 Persian Infantry, 3Auxiliary Skirmishers, 3 Light Cavalry, 4 Archers, 3 Missile Cavalry (Total Upkeep 33)
Second Army, Near Aspardana: 4 Light Infantry, 3 Persian Infantry, 2 Auxiliary Skirmishers, 4 Light Cavalry, 3 Archers, 1 Missile Cavalry (Total Upkeep 26)
Third Army, Antigonid Border: 3 Light Infantry, 5 Phalanx, 2 Persian Infantry, 2 Auxiliary Skirmishers, 4 Light Cavalry, 3 Archers, 2 Missile Cavalry, 1 Elephants (Total Upkeep 43)

Navies: First Navy, in Apologus: 8 Light Triremes

The Seleucids may train light infantry (2), phalanxes (copper) (6), Persian infantry (iron) (6), auxiliary skirmishers (2), light cavalry (horses) (4), missile cavalry (horses) (4), and archers (2).


Ptolemaic Kingdom-- Played by Orual
King Ptolemy I "Soter", age 57
Heir Apparent: Ptolemy Keraunos, age 4
Other Family: Wife, Eurydice (age 25), daughters Ptolomais and Lysandra (7 and 2) and Ptolemy Keraunos
Wife, Berenice (age 30), son Ptolemy Philadelphius (age 1), daughter Arsinoe (age 5)
Tax Base: 150
Total Income: 249
Total Expenses: 180
Net Income: 69
Treasury: 10
Total Available Cash: 79
Strategic Resources: 1 Copper (Local)
Trade Resources: 2 Spices (Local), 1 Precious Stones (Local), 2 Incense (From Axum), 2 Ivory (From Axum and Meroe), 4 Grain (Local), 1 Gold (Local)
Standing Trade Deals: 2 Incense and 1 Ivory from Axum for 20 Talents
1 Ivory from Meroe for 5 Talents

Armies: First Army, Near Jerusalem: 8 Light Infantry, 3 Phalanx, 5 Auxiliary Skirmishers, 5 Archers, 4 Heavy Cavalry, 4 Chariots, 2 Elephants (Total Upkeep 70)
Second Army, Near Alexandria: 5 Light Infantry, 3 Phalanx, 4 Auxiliary Skirmishers, 7 Archers, 2 Heavy Cavalry, 4 Chariots, 2 Elephants (Total Upkeep 60)

Navies: First Navy, Alexandria: 8 Light Triremes, 4 Heavy Triremes
Second Navy, Myos Hormus: 4 Light Triremes

The Ptolemies may train light infantry (2), phalanxes (copper) (8), auxiliary skirmishers (2), archers (2), heavy cavalry (horses) (8), chariots (horses) (6), and elephants (12).


Antigonid Kingdom-- Played by foolish
King Antigonus I "Monopthalmus", age 72
Heir Apparent: Demetrius Poliorcetes, age 27
Other Family: Wife Stratonicec (age 43), son Philip (age 16)
Tax Base: 160
Total Income: 230
Total Expenses: 180
Net Income: 50
Treasury: 30
Total Available Cash: 80
Strategic Resources: 2 Horses (Local), 1 Copper (Local)
Trade Resources: 4 Dye (Local, 2 Traded to Cassander), 1 Grain (Local), 1 Silver (From Cassander)
Standing Trade Deals:

Armies: First Army, Near Ephesos: 2 Light Infantry, 6 Phalanx, 3 Peltasts, 4 Heavy Cavalry, 3 Archers, 3 Auxiliary Skirmishers, 2 Light Cavalry (Total Upkeep 61)
Second Army, Near Palmyra: 3 Light Infantry, 7 Phalanx, 5 Peltasts, 3 Heavy Cavalry, 3 Archers, 3 Auxiliary Skirmishers, 4 Light Cavalry (Total Upkeep 65)

Navies: First Navy, Tyre: 6 Light Triremes, 3 Heavy Triremes
Second Navy, Ephesos: 6 Light Triremes, 3 Heavy Triremes

The Antigonids may train light infantry (2), phalanxes (copper) (6), peltasts (iron) (6), heavy cavalry (horses) (8), archers (2), auxiliary skirmishers (2), and light cavalry (4).


Kingdom of Lysimachus-- NPC Available to New Players
King Lysimachus of Thrace, age 51
Heir Apparent: Philo, General, age 45
Other Family: None
Tax Base: 110
Total Income: 122
Total Expenses: 99
Net Income: 23
Treasury: 45
Total Available Cash: 68
Strategic Resources: 1 Iron, 1 Copper, 1 Horse
Trade Resources: 1 Grain (From Olbia), 1 Silver (Local)
Standing Trade Deals: 1 Grain from Olbia for 10 Talents

Armies: First Army, Cassander's Border: 4 Light Infantry, 5 Phalanx, 3 Hypaspists, 3 Tarantine Cavalry, 1 Archers, 2 Heavy Cavalry (Total Upkeep 41)
Second Army, Orestias: 6 Phalanx, 4 Hypaspists, 3 Tarantine Cavlary, 4 Archers, 2 Heavy Cavalry, 4 Auxiliary Skirmishers (Total Upkeep 46)

Navies: First Navy, Thasos: 6 Light Triremes, 3 Heavy Triremes

Lysimachus may train light infantry (2), phalanxes (copper) (4), hypaspists (iron) (6), Tarantine Cavalry (horses) (4), archers (2), heavy cavalry (horses) (8), and auxiliary skirmishers (2).


Republic of Rome-- Played by CuthroatMcGee
Consuls: Ap. Claudius (age 30) and M. Aemilius Papus (46)
Claudii Family: Sons G. Claudius and T. Claudius (7 and 5)
Aemilii Family: Nephew M. Aemilius Paullus (23)
Fabii Family: Q. Fabius Maximus (52), son Q. Fabius Gurges (21)
Tax Base: 80
Total Income: 96
Total Expenses: 74
Net Income: 22
Treasury: 60
Total Available Cash: 82
Strategic Resources: None
Trade Resources: 1 Grain (Local), 1 Wine (From Etruscans)
Standing Trade Deals: 1 Wine from Etruscans as tribute.

Armies: First Army, Rome: 3 Light Infantry, 5 Legion, 4 Heavy Cavalry, 5 Light Auxiliaries, 3 Archers, 2 Heavy Cavalry (Total Upkeep 42)
Second Army, Naples: 3 Light Infantry, 4 Legion, 2 Heavy Cavalry, 4 Light Auxiliaries, 2 Archers (Total Upkeep 29)

Navies: First Navy, Rome: 3 Light Triremes

Rome may train light infantry (2), legions (iron) (6), heavy cavalry (horses) (8), light auxiliaries (2), and archers (2).


Republic of Carthage-- Played by deepsoulfunk
King Hamilcar Magnus, age 42
Family: Brother Hanno Magnus, age 36
Barcid Family: Bomilcar (age 57), half-brother Maharbal (age 37)
Tax Base: 165
Total Income: 198
Total Expenses: 159
Net Income: 39
Treasury: 20
Total Available Cash: 59
Strategic Resources: 1 Iron (local), 1 Copper (local)
Trade Resources: 1 Wine (Local), 1 Silver (Local)
Standing Trade Deals: None

Armies: First Army, in Gadir: 5 Iberian Light Infantry, 4 Balaeric Slingers, 2 Iberian Cavalry, 3 Heavy Phoenician Infantry, 1 Elephant, 2 Numidian Cavalry (Total Upkeep 22)
Second Army, Near Utica: 4 Iberiean Light Infantry, 3 Balaeric Slingers, 1 Heavy Phoenician Infantry, 2 Numidian Light Cavalry (Total Upkeep 22)
Third Army, Sicily: 2 Iberian Light Infantry, 2 Balaeric Slingers, 4 Iberian Cavalry, 4 Heavy Phoenician Infantry, 3 Elephants, 3 Numidian Light Cavalry (Total Upkeep 52)

Navies: First Navy, in Carthage: 10 Light Triremes, 4 Heavy Triremes
Second Navy, in Caralis: 10 Light Triremes, 3 Heavy Triremes

Carthage may train Iberian light infantry (2), Balaeric slingers (2), Iberian Cavalry (horses) (6), Heavy Phoenician Infantry (copper) (6), Numidian light cavalry (horses) (4), and elephants (12)


Other Armies: Epirus: 5 Light Infantry, 3 Light Cavalry, 3 Heavy Cavalry, 8 Phalanx
Syracuse: 3 Light Infantry, 2 Heavy Cavalry, 3 Light Auxiliaries, 6 Phalanx
Lisbon: 4 Light Infantry, 2 Heavy Cavalry, 5 Light Auxiliaries
Sagunto: 5 Light Infantry, 4 Light Cavalry, 2 Heavy Cavalry, 5 Light Auxiliary
Etruscans: 4 Light Infantry, 3 Light Cavalry, 6 Light Auxiliaries, 3 Phalanx
Balkans: 6 Light Infantry, 3 Medium Infantry, 2 Light Cavalry, 5 Light Auxiliaries, 2 Phalanx
Odessos: 3 Light Infantry, 5 Light Cavalry, 2 Heavy Cavalry, 2 Light Auxiliaries, 4 Phalanx
Olbia: 4 Light Infantry, 7 Light Cavalry, 4 Light Auxiliaries, 4 Phalanx
Eupatoria: 2 Light Infantry, 2 Light Cavalry, 3 Light Auxiliaries, 4 Phalanx
Pontus: 3 Light Infantry, 2 Light Cavalry, 2 Heavy Cavalry, 3 Light Auxiliaries, 4 Phalanx
Meroe: 7 Light Infantry, 4 Light Cavalry, 3 Elephants, 5 Light Auxiliaries,
Axum: 6 Light Infantry, 5 Light Cavalry, 3 Elephants, 4 Light Auxiliaries
Sabeans: 5 Light Infantry, 5 Light Cavalry, 6 Light Auxiliaries
Dilmun: 7 Light Infantry, 5 Light Cavalry, 6 Light Auxiliaries
Dahae: 7 Light Cavalry, 4 Light Auxiliaries, 4 Missile Cavalry
Massagatae: 6 Light Cavalry, 4 Light Auxiliaries, 4 Missile Cavalry
Bactria: 3 Light Infantry, 4 Light Cavalry, 2 Heavy Cavalry, 2 Light Auxiliaries, 4 Phalanx, 2 Missile Cavalry
Barbicon: 4 Light Infantry, 3 Medium Infantry, 2 Light Cavalry, 3 Elephants, 2 Light Auxiliaries
Muziris: 3 Light Infantry, 2 Medium Infantry, 3 Light Cavalry, 2 Elephants, 3 Light Auxiliaries
Thambaparni: 4 Light Infantry, 3 Light Infantry, 2 Light Infantry

Other Navies: Massalia: 4 Light Triremes, 2 Heavy Triremes
Syracuse: 7 Light Infantry, 4 Heavy Triremes
Epirus: 6 Light Triremes, 3 Heavy Triremes
Eupatoria: 7 Light Triremes
Cretan Pirates: 8 Light Triremes
Rhodesian Pirates: 10 Light Triremes

Generals Available:

Seleucids:

Name: Gelo of Ephesos, (age 43)
Description: Gelo served as a low-ranking officer in Alexander's wars, but rose to prominence as Seleucus' right-hand man during the whirlwind reconquest of the Eastern provinces. Gelo's strategic prowess is unquestionable; his skillful manipulation of troops in battle in both Mesopotamian fields and Persian mountains proves it. His fine control of his forces is praised by some-- the adoption of native missile cavalry troops into the Seleucid army, his own pet project, has allowed him some notable successes, though others attribute this more to the skill of the soldiers and captains than to Gelo's tactical skills. Gelo is also a noted hothead, fanatically loyal to his friend and mentor Seleucus.

Name: Lamachus of Himera, (age 27)
Description: Originally a captain in Ptolemy's naval forces, Lamachus followed Seleucus hoping to rise more quickly in the army of a new kingdom than in Ptolemy's establishment. He distinguished himself as a commander of cavalry, where his daring charges frequently routed the enemy forces. Lamachus is ambitious and impatient, occasionally signalling his charges a moment early, eager to prove himself and to revel in the excitement of a charge.

Name: Megacles of Athens, (age 42)
Description: A man of great learning, Megacles was taught by Aristotle some years after Alexander himself. Megacles skills at logic so impressed his teachers that he was invited to remain at the Athenian Academy, but he declined a life of scholarship in favor of military service in Alexander's original campaigns. A shy and retiring man, Megacles rose slowly through the army's ranks until his insights in strategy were noticed by his superiors.

Ptolemies:

Name:Alexarchus of Alexandria (age 35)
Description:The son of a Greek merchant, Alexarchus relocated to Alexandria from mainland Greece when Alexander originally founded the city. Originally an official in charge of the construction, Alexarchus distinguished himself as a commander when he helped repulse a group of raiders from the desert with a pair of improvised catapults. This helped launch his career within Ptolemy's armed forces, where he commanded the army that originally took Cyprus from the minor general who commanded it at the time.

Name: Agetas of Sicyon (age 53)
Description: Agetas started his career in the Athenian navy, the third in a line of influential admirals. He successfully retained his position as the Athenian navy was absorbed into the service of Macedon, and sided with Ptolemy after Alexander's death, successfully leveraging himself within Ptolemy's good graces. Since then, Agetas has managed the Ptolemies' navy with skill.

Name:Taxiles of Ionia (age 39)
Description: One of Ptolemy's most successful generals, Taxiles distinguished himself by consolidating Upper Egypt (the southern regions) under Ptolemy's control. His spectacular defeat of the Nubian tribes translated into the favorable trade deals that Egypt currently enjoys. An ambitious man, Taxiles commanded his army with great skill and very independently.

Antigonids:
Name: Demetrius Poliorcetes (age 27)
Description: The son of Antigonus "Monopthalmus", Poliocretes has distinguished himself despite his youth as a dangerous and capable general. Until this point he has served mainly under his father's direct control, though his independent commands included the subjugation of Cyprus. Demetrius Poliocretes is the immediate heir to his father and is well-liked by the important nobles in his father's holdings.

Name: Laches of Halicarnassus (age 38)
An example of upward mobility in Greek society, Laches rose to the rank of captain of the merchant vessel he served on when Cretan pirates raided the vessel. Laches' quick thinking and good luck in disabling the pirates' ship allowed him and his remaining comrades to escape. Since then, he managed to transfer to the command of a military vessel and served under Poliocretes in the campaign against Cyprus.

Name: Archidamus of Tarsos (age 51)
A constant politician, Archidamus served Alexander as a quartermaster and sided with Antigonus in the struggle that followed Alexander's death. Archidamus is a born beareaucrat, most recently completing a series of repairs on the old Persian Royal Road (that Seleucus subsequently used to conquer the East). Before that, Archidamus served Antigonus by securing supply lines and reinforcements for the army.

Rome:

Name: M. Aemilius Paullus (age 23)
Description: The nephew of one of Rome's leading citizens, Paullus has distinguished himself while defending against pirates preying on Rome's naval trade routes. Though he has not yet risen to the level of Consul, Paullus merits significant attention, especially if his skill on land matches that at sea.

Name: Q. Fabius Gurges (age 21)
Description: An important member of the Fabii family, Gurges successfully led a raid on the Samnite tribes on the Adriatic coast at the age of 17. Already reeling from the Roman capture of Neapolis, the Samnites were singificantly weakened by Gurges' assault, though Gurges narrowly failed to bring back enough loot to merit a triumph. Still, Gurges is clearly ascending, and looks to be a force to reckon with in the future.

Name: L. Lartia Crassus (age 33)
Description: Crassus distinguished himself as an excellent leader of infantry, crushing an Etruscan rebellion in his youth. A charismatic man and a physical giant, Crassus gained great favor among the plebian masses for his daring manner and terrifying bloodlust in battle. Though the Lartii had been a family in decline, Crassus may well buoy their collective fortunes.

Carthage:

Name: Hanno Magnus (age 36)
Description: The brother of the current King, Hanno's uncharacteristically poor naval skills got him shunted sideways into the army. Here, however, he crushed an Iberian army and quickly rose to prominence as a major figure in the army. His quick-witted comments and short temper have gained him both a following and a fervent opposition.

Name: Maharbal Barca (age 37)
Description: Maharbal Barca, while not a success within the Tribunal, holds the unusual distinction (for a Carthaginian, anyway) of siege expert. His masterful management of the siege of Segesta is legend within the Carthaginian court; brilliantly planned siege towers and catapults captured the town with minimal damages and surprisingly few casualties. Though he has not been a political success, he has certainly shown himself well on the military stage.

Name: Himilco Malchus (age 41)
Description: A very traditional Carthaginian from a very old family, Himilco began his career as the captain of a trading ship, plying the coast of Africa beyond the straits of Gibralter. While he was unable to penetrate south very far, he earned a reputation for speed and skill as a commander. His military service in the navy was no less distinguished; he put down a group of rebellious pirates in the Balaeric islands with aplomb; capturing so many rebel ships that his armada returned larger than it had been at departure. Himilco is clearly a force to be reckoned with

OK, here's the map at the start of the game, 310 BCE.

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Celso of the Tartessians to Hamilcar of Carthage
While we have appreciated your business in the past, your expansion onto the Iberian continent can no longer be tolerated. We must insist that you remove all Punic citizens from the vicinity of Gadir-- we can no longer suffer the indignity of your incursions! Remove your subjects or prepare for war!

Sillo of Samnia to the Consuls of Rome
Please, stop this war! Our forces are shattered, and we do not desire further conflict. We have prepared ten talents of silver, to be given you as a given for your benevolence. Allow us to remain!

Kariben of Meroe to Ptolemy I of Egypt
While we have both profited from our ivory in the past, we have located richer markets to the south, and we must act in our own best interests. We currently receive from you 5 talents for our shipment of ivory; from this point on, we must ask 10 talents, or else end our dealings.

King Shammar of Sabea to Ptolemy I of Egypt
With the recent completion of our ports in Eudaemon, we are able to profitably export frankincense. We will be able to export as much as three shiploads of frankincense; we would like to ask for 25 talents in coinage in return. Will this suffice?

Oxyartes, Governer of Bactria to Seleucus I
My friend! I desperately need your assistance. Though I am no Greek, your friend Alexander allow me, his father-in-law, to govern Bactria. I am hard-pressed from the north by nomads-- please, send assistance at once! Once the raiders are repelled, I will be able to export to you spices and gems at favorable prices. Please, my friend, assist me!

I guess I'll open it up, so everyone else learn from my mistakes.

Consuls Appius Claudius and M. Aemilius Papus to Sillo of Samnia
Salve, Sillo. We could not agree more. It is not in the interests of either of our peoples to continue this conflict. We accept your entreaty for peace.
And, to be certain that your beautiful countryside is never again darkened by the cloud of war, please welcome, as a symbol of our new friendship, a modest garrison under the command of our most talented general, Lartia Crassus. Between the three of us, I suspect the city of Tarantum is plotting something, and I would certainly hate to see your people caught defenseless.

TO THE SENATE
Naturally, while we shall be deploying some of our legions to our new allies in Samnia, we would not dream of leaving the city of Rome defenseless! For this reason we are requesting the formation of three new Legions here in Rome, the command of which we will place in the talented hands of Fabius Gurges, whose skills we are certain you all remember.

Aemilius Papus to Aemilius Paullus
Now nephew, I am sure you are wondering why I have not elected to send you on a military venture, as was your request. Simply put, I feel your abilities are better put to use here in Rome. You are a remarkable admiral, but our navy is small and we have no need to concern ourselves with the sea at the present. I would much rather you were here in Rome, learning about the workings of the Senate, because I think your future is here, as consul.

Summary:
I accept the suit for peace and establish a protectorate in Samnia, with three legions, one unit of archers, and two units of heavy cavalry (taken from Rome), and commanded by Crassus.
I build three legions in Rome and place that army under Fabius Gurges.
I encourage Aemilius Paullus to attempt to become Consul.

I feel like I could be doing more, game-wise, but I don't want to try to do too much too fast. Is this the kind of thing we're looking for, both game-wise and role-playing?

Yes, absolutely. That's a fine start.

King Ptolemy I makes the following military appointments:
Alexarchus of Alexandria to the 1st Army at Jerusalem
Taxiles of Ionia to the 2nd Army at Alexandria
Agetas of Sicyon to the 1st Navy

General Alexarchus is particularly charged to keep us informed of any threat to Egypt's borders.*

Ptolemy I to Kariben of Meroe
While it would be most unfortunate to lose a trading partner, Egypt cannot offer more than 7 talents for the ivory shipment.

Ptolemy I to King Shammar of Sabea
Would you be willing to accept 17 talents for 2 shiploads of frankincense? If there is demand for your wares, we would, of course, be willing to increase that amount.

Ptolemy I to King Seleucus I
It seems we have a mutual antagonist. Do you have interest in negotiating terms for an alliance against Monopthalmus?

Ptolemy will also send an envoy to Carthage, to feel out King Hamilcar for possible trade opportunities.

* I would write 'So let it be written - so let it be done', but apparently Ptolemy Soter didn't declare himself pharoah for another few years.

Sillo of Samnia to the Consuls of Rome
Occupation? We will never submit to occupation by Roman forces. It is most unfortunate, but we must advise you that any Roman forces advancing into our hills, and most especially toward our iron mines will be repelled with force.

Kariben of Meroe to Ptolemy I of Egypt
While it risks our continued profits, we can at this point only agree to eight talents per turn. Otherwise, we will have to sell our wares elsewhere.

King Shammar of Sabea to Ptolemy I of Egypt
You drive an honest bargain. We accept your offer.

King Seleucus I makes the following military appointments:

Lamachus of Himera to First Army, Near Archosia
Gelo of Ephesos to Second Army, Near Aspardana
Megacles of Athens to Third Army, Antigonid Border

Seleucus I to Ptolemy I
Catching him fast between us would be mutually beneficial. We would be interested in such an alliance.

Seleucus I to Oxyartes, Governer of Bactria
I would be honored to assist you, but to protect your border I must leave my own vulnerable. I will need assurance of this favorable price, so that I know I don't leave my people endangered and poorer for the cost of someone else's war.

Seleucus will also send a trade convoy to Lysimachus, in the hopes of securing trade between their kingdoms.

Oxyartes, Governer of Bactria to Seleucus I
If you're able to protect us from the Massagatae nomads who press us, we will be able to provide you with one shipment of sapphires and one shipment of saffron for only 12 talents total. I appeal to your loyalty-- though born a Persian, I loyally served your friend Alexander and have supported the Greek cause for the last thirteen years since his death.

Lysimachus of Thrace to Seleucus I
While I would, of course, be interested in establishing trade with you, I do not believe it to be prudent at this time. Because you possess no Mediterranean ports, any trade between us would necessarily pass through my friend Antigonus' domain, and your war with him makes those routes too risky for my taste. Should you procure a safe route to my markets, I may reconsider.

Orders
The wisdom of the King is great indeed! Our glorious leader is as a goblet heavy with wine, and blessed are we who are called to his supper, and permitted to quaff what may spill as his cup runneth over with the most potent of platitudes.

Military
Maharabal Barca is appointed to the army near Utica

Himilco Malchus is appointed to the army near Sicily

Hanno Magnus is appointed to the army near Gadir

Finances
3 shall be spent to appease the poor in what, to the public, will look like an act of enlightened generosity from the Divine Hamilcar Magnus.

36 shall be placed in the treasury.

Diplomacy

Hamilcar of Carthage to Celso of the Tartessians
Celso, you are a worthy ally and I will gladly rescind control of Gadir to the Iberians. My army and its general will relocate to Malaka, that we may enjoy a peaceful relationship. It is with this in mind that I would like to propose a trade agreement between our peoples. The Divine Sovreignty of Carthage desires copper, and yet has an excess of wine. Would you, in a token of support of peace, and perhaps even gratitude, be willing to trade your copper for our wine?

Celso of the Tartessians to Hamilcar of Carthage
Your wisdom is apparent; we will allow your people a short period of time to leave Gadir and permit a small trading post to remain that we may engage in the trade agreement that you suggest. Your peaceful aims are much appreciated.

Ptolemy of Egypt to Kariben of Meroe
Very well. Let us hope that this arrangement continues to be beneficial to both our lands.

Actually if I can throw in one more thing before the turn ends...

The Army near Sicily will march east in search of vineyards gravid with grapes for wine, and fields fecund with wheat.. Let it be known to all that Hamilcalr of Carthage will gladly give mercy to those who do not oppose the Carthaginian advance. War is not what we desire, but we are prepared to engage if no other option is left.

Actually if I can throw in one more thing before the turn ends...

The Army near Sicily will march east in search of vineyards gravid with grapes for wine, and fields fecund with wheat.. Let it be known to all that Hamilcalr of Carthage will gladly give mercy to those who do not oppose the Carthaginian advance. War is not what we desire, but we are prepared to engage if no other option is left.

lol are we still playing guys?

I hope not, but I need input and orders from the other players before I can update.