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[Stworca]

Researching Empiricism for the kickstart in research it gives (coupled with making two more schools) is a recommended option, as it allows you to research bayonets, canister shot AND farms (how come nobody has mentioned them?) at the same time, but i'm not the research Minister 

Initially taxing the unwashed villagers should be left on low, for the pop. bonus (and thusly growth for additional cities), while later (after you get farm techs) those pesky peasants are just moneybanks.

It goes vice versa for royalty. Initially the wealth grow is silly, so lowering it doesn't hurt as much - especially with extra mula - but as time goes on, and wealth increases, aristocracy should have lower taxes. Because in the end it will mean more money anyway.

[Elfeater]

I would like to research Bayonets, but I have no control over what we make building wise.

[Zrk2]

Chapter Three: An Interesting Proposition

Minister Megaman sat across the table from the Prussian emissary. By all accounts it was not a friendly meeting. Rumoured atrocities were brought up by both sides. Most notable was the recent massacre of fleeing Prussians from the third siege of Gdansk. Allegedly the commander of the battle had ridden down fleeing troops and personally beheaded them, much to the chagrin of the High Command.

However all involved were (somewhat) practical men who were willing to overlook the unpleasant when necessary.

"Arr, ye scaliwag, that thar is an most intriguing proposition. Ye must 'ave imbibed a bit 'o' me no fail brilliance potion, otherwise known as 'rum.' I'll have ta' think this 'un over, as it's a far sight more important than anythin' I've ever negotiated afore. Run back t' yer chambers fer a wee bit whilst I ponder... And be nice to the damned maid this time!"

"Uh, sir, there's nothing to 'ponder,' as you put it. We just go back to where we were before the"

"I know what 'chee said! I'm a drunk, not an ejeet! GEDDOUTTAHERE!"

"Sir! This is most unbefitting a royal minister! I stall have to write a sternly worded letter to your king!"

"You think His Ludicrosity gives a shit for yer sentiments? He doesn't e'en give un fer mine!"

"Good day!"

"Buffoon..."

"I SAID GOOD DAY, SIR!" and with that a most disconcerted Prussian diplomat left.

Now, do we give the Prussians back Gdansk, and revert our boders to where they were before the war, or do we keep going?

((Well, Megaman, do we? Or do we put it to a vote?))

[mainiac]

Heck no!  Just defend the city.  It's alright if the prussians pillage the countryside even, having a pillaged territory is a step up from no territory at all.  If they attack the city then rout them there and they'll accept peace... or you can just invade and finish them off.

[Zrk2]

I think we'll come out ahead in territory-turns if we accept this. Basically it frees our army up to go smash Sweden instead of sitting their in a stalemate with Prussia.

As is I can't attack one, because if I do the other will roll over whatever I leave behind.

[Sheb]

Hey, can I have a regiment of cavalry?

[Zrk2]

What type? I have Uhlans (lancers) Regiment of Horse (standard) and Provincial Cavalry (shitty version of Regiment of Horse).

[Hanslanda]

Uhlans are badass on the charge. *Shudders* And when you back them with Regiment of Horse, they're pretty boss.

[Megaman]

WE WILL SURRENDER NOTHING FOR PEACE!

[Sheb]

I like the Uhlans.

[Johuotar]

How do you custom name to your regiments?

[Zrk2]

Just click on their name on the unit card. IIRC it only works from Empire and on.

[Zrk2]

Dammit. I just discovered I've saved over most of my recent progress, this update will be pushed back a bit.

[Zrk2]

Chapter Four: The Decade in Review

Spoiler: Political Developments in Far-Off Lands (click to show/hide)

Over this decade many things changed. The traditionally fragmented fabric of Europe was drawing together, be it through violence or diplomacy. But mostly through violence. A number of small nations fell as the imperialist powers spread their wings and began to look for new lands to exploit.

Spoiler: The Prussian Question (click to show/hide)

Over the years the Prussian front had barely moved. The Poles were ensconced in Gdansk and were defeating the Prussian sorties, but they lacked the forces to push into Brandenburg and end the war. While all their forces were tied up fighting the Prussians the Swedes had been steadily pushing south into Lithuania. The battles were many and bloody. In the second siege of Gdansk the Poles sallied forth to drive off the seemingly insane Prussian commander. Who besieges a city with inferior numbers? That's OUR job!


The Prussian commander rushed his cavalry into a useless charge, and was soon repulsed.


Our cavalry counter-charged and eliminated the Prussian artillery.


Then it was just a matter of concentrating firepower.


Victory was had and the troops returned to their barracks to be retrained and issued new recruits.


In the next siege the Prussians launched an assault. Our artillery finally proved itself effective, especially when deploying canister shot.


The battle got quite bloody and street-by-street fighting only made it moreso.


The Prussian line infantry were defeated, but proved their superior quality in the losses they inflicted.


After all that achieved nothing it was decided, against much outcry, that the borders should revert to their pre-war positions. Thus Gdansk was returned and peace was gained. This freed up most of the Polish army to go into battle wherever needed. Soon the Prussians even sought to open trade between our nations.

Spoiler: Stopping the Ottomans (click to show/hide)

The Ottomans had gone to war with the Poles after we supported our Russian allies in their designs upon the Crimean Khanate. Then they refused to negotiate peace even though they did nothing, leading us to strip down our garrison as it was needed elsewhere. Seeing their moment they struck.

The battle was close fought, but our defences proved enough. Many fell defending our ramparts.


And in the end the Ottomans were driven off.

Spoiler: The Swedish Surge (click to show/hide)

Given that the whole Polish army was in Prussia there was very little resistance when the Swedes marched into Lithuania. After one minor battle it fell.

Seeing that they were outclassed the defenders formed up behind a wall.


It wasn't very effective.


And that settled it until the Swedes pushed into Volhynia with nary a whisper of resistance. Our Russian friends soon puched them out,  but in an affront to our national dignity they claimed the region as their own!

Shortly after the Prussian peace the Polish army returned to Lithuania to wreak vengeance upon the hated Swede.

Overwhelming numbers overwhelmed them.

Spoiler: SCIENCE (click to show/hide)

Over this decade there where many advances in science; European china:


and Empiricism were among the biggest advances.

Spoiler: Units (click to show/hide)

Spoiler: Our Standing Among Nations (click to show/hide)

Is not very good...

Spoiler: National Summary (click to show/hide)

We are generating acceptable revenues.


But our taxes are stifling growth more than I would like.


And our trade is meager at best.


Finally our executive cabinet looks like this, they are competent, but not exceptional.

Ministers, order away!

[Stworca]

It's turn 20, and we're nowhere. It's looking bad. Knock Sweds out of your part of Europe. Take Riga and Petersburg (or better yet let Russians tag it) if you still will be able to, then forget about Sweds forever. Seeing how Prussians seem like a barrier that you  can not pass, knock Ottomans around after the Sweds are gone, as it's easy to capture everything on the Balkans.

Austria has no way of getting to you, without going through Prussia. Pruso-Austrian war would be something to look forward to.