Empires & Revolutions v3: 1900's edition - Games

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[U][B]Empires and Revolutions: Turn 1 - 1900 [/B][/U] [I](SEND IN FLAGS AT 250x150) [/I] [B]Map:[/B] [t]http://niggaupload.com/images/DrIKl.png[/t] [B] Summary:[/B] The turn of the century is upon the world. A great century of war and technological advancement has just occured between the darkness of the Napoleonic years and the Industrial Revolution. A few great nations have solidified their places in the world while a few new nations intend to show their might. You will decide what the fate of these nations is. [B]United Kingdom - Overpain:[/B] -The Kingdom invests in a strengthened navy, investing heavily in the creation of submarines. As a result, eight submarines are built and three destroyers are built as well. -Diplomats are sent to Russia, Canada, and the United States to work out an alliance. Canadians everywhere are confused as to why a diplomat was sent to what is essentially a puppet state under the Confederacy Act. The United States accepts the alliance but still sticks to its Monroe Policy. -A new tax is implemented that forces 2% of all income to go straight to the Royal Family. Not many people are happy about this but they go along with it anyway. -A large investment is spent in the building of entertainment centers. Great opera houses and large cinemas are built. Happiness improves across the entirety of the UK as a result. [B]China - Ruskie:[/B] -The Great Reform begins, its plan is to effectively modernize the Chinese military. It is entirely modeled after the the German General Staff. -The military is turned into one of Meritocracy, allowing the accomplishments of its soldiers to allow them to climb the ladder rather than the family name. -Experts all around the world are sought after to help begin reforming China, many see China as a worthless cause but a good number still arrive in Beijing. -The Boxer Rebellion is ongoing at this point but is being won by the forces that assist China. -The economy is changed into a more capitalist format, free enterprise is introduced and businesses around the world flock to this new location for business. -Government funding is placed on the improvement of infrastructure, this puts a heavy strain on the Chinese economy due to the heavy military reforms. China is quickly falling behind economically. -Paranoia shows through as a great many government officials and generals are "purged" or rather placed in work camps. There is a 58% mortality rate in these camps. -The government begins to "westernize", turning into a "democracy" but is still fairly one sided. -The administration turns into a meritocracy, following in the military's footsteps. -There are reports of rebels being brutally slaughtered across the nation. These reports are generally credited towards the idea of a "secret police". [B]Russia - Intoxicated Spy:[/B] -The armies, if they can be called armies, are mobilized and stationed along the borders of Central Europe. -Austria-Hungary is invited into an alliance, Austria-Hungary respectfully declines, citing the tensions between Russia and Germany and the strong alliance between Germany and Austria-Hungary. -Rifling research begins and subsequently ends with a much more powerful rifle. Is is a bolt-action rifle, allowing more efficiency in firing. -The idea of a mobile artillery unit is surfaced and research begins on this idea. A prototype is built but is abandoned due to its incredible sluggishness. -A vote is called around the nation for which type of government they would wish to have. 10% vote continued monarchy, 46% vote democracy, and 44% vote communism. -Poland asks for a small amount of independence. [B]Ethiopia - MountainWatcher (I still can't believe you chose Ethiopia):[/B] -The military budget is increased by 15%, putting an incredible strain on a weak economy. -A message is sent to Europe falsly claiming that the country of Ethiopia is extensively civilized and religious. -Mining efforts increase and diamond yield increases as a result. -The process of building a great cathedral, yet to be named, is started. The leader of Ethiopia forces the government to become a theocracy. [B]Germany - [Seed Eater]:[/B] -The top five private businesses are hastily shoved into worker control. The upper class of Germany cries foul. -A reason for this is also hastily brought forward, citing it being a result of pressure from the Social Democratic Party. The SDP is fully endorsed by the Kaiser. -The seats of the Reichstag are opened for free election. Many members stay put but a few are replaced by SDP members. -All researching power is put into the increase of efficiency in the output of food. [B]Brazil - Stethor (Turn one and a large turn to start, how lovely :v:):[/B] -Local police militias are established, the formal military force is abolished. The economy begins to flourish. -Communications begin with the European powers to negotiate trade. Austria-Hungary and Sweden wholeheartedly agree to a trade agreement with Brazil. -South Africa and Peru both agree to import foods into Brazil. -Coffee and Sugar are heavily produced and exported. -Heavy investment is placed in the improvement of communications. -European countries are contacted, they are asked if they wish to have a bit of the Amazon Rainforest. I forsee disaster. -An election occurs that is most likely rigged, the outcome is a ratio of 8-2 -Propaganda is distributed, closely tying the revolution in Brazil to the American and French revolutions. This keeps the civilian populace ignorant and happy. [B]Italy - Liem:[/B] -A reform begins with the intention of modernizing the military, this puts a strain on the economy but not enough of one to damage too much. -The borders are fortified in paranoia of an attack. -Working class men are encouraged to enlist in the military. An influx of enlistment begins as a result. -Cheese and other dairy products are subsidized to sustain them, these productions flourish. [B]Canada - Ven Keao (He's still with us in spirit, influencing DPennington to do his bidding...that bastard):[/B] -The idea of a mobile artillery platform comes about but isn't seriously considered due to the lack of practicality at the moment. -Submarines are developed, modeled after their British counter-parts. -The idea of an automatic rifle is also surfaced but isn't very seriously considered as well, although a private institution begins the development of one. -A non-aggression pact is signed and sent to the United States, the US agrees to it. -(Goddamn it, here we go) Maple Syrup is advertised heavily and exported. -A minimum wage is developed after citing the lack of humane conditions in factories, the lower class is greatly pleased by this but still unhappy with the amount of children working. -The concept of "shifts" at the factories is implemented, allowing these factories to run 24/7. The output that is a result is astounding. -Mining and oil-drilling begins around the nation, increasing the worth of Canada and its economy. -The government begins shifting its ideals to that of a Marxist-Communist one, much to the upper-class' dismay. -Socialized health-care is established, allowing for everybody to gain access to healthcare. -Socialized education is also established, allowing a basic education from K-12. -Military service is required for at least one year for anybody between the ages of 18-25. If they continue to serve for another year they will receive a free year of college. A max of four years (eight years of service) can be acquired. -Canada has established itself in the forefront of all things economic due to its ability to exploit its natural minerals and market its goods. [B]Music: [/B] [video=youtube;Xq2WTXtKurk]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xq2WTXtKurk[/video]

Cheese will become the national food of Italy, Replacing Maple Syrup........

Heavy maple syrup export :v:

The military budget is increased by 15%, putting an incredible strain on a weak economy. :saddowns:

[QUOTE=MountainWatcher;36353760]The military budget is increased by 15%, putting an incredible strain on a weak economy. :saddowns:[/QUOTE] Why do you need to increase the budget anyway? [URL="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/First_Italo-Ethiopian_War"]Ethiopia beat Italy only 4 years ago[/URL]

Well, holy shit. Meh, more is better, I'm gonna conquer the shit out of my neighbors.

[QUOTE=MountainWatcher;36354603]Well, holy shit. Meh, more is better, I'm gonna conquer the shit out of my neighbors.[/QUOTE] Your neighbors are colonies of France, Brittan, and Italy.

Don't even think of conquering me or you will get attacks both from sea and air. Also question to gm : Well, as far as i know in that age education were mandatory , but as well it was in Canada, and it was put in ven's turn. Do i have to put it again or it is already done? Also what's eta of the next turn?

Fucking hell,you're right. Italy, since when are you a colonial power, goddamn it?

[QUOTE=overpain;36354896]Don't even think of conquering me or you will get attacks both from sea and air. Also question to gm : Well, as far as i know in that age education were mandatory , but as well it was in Canada, and it was put in ven's turn. Do i have to put it again or it is already done? Also what's eta of the next turn?[/QUOTE] I put it in Canada's turn as a reformed education, it's socialized now, meaning that Ven is reforming to create a communist natiion. ETA on next turn is probably the day after tomorrow, I have a lot of shit to do this weekend.

Oh, that's swell, so neither, france, italy or the UK is gonna fund me. Goddamn it, Ethiopia, you're even more useless than I thought. No matter. proud king Menelik II will guide powerful Ethiopian army to greatness

[QUOTE=MountainWatcher;36355512]Oh, that's swell, so neither, france, italy or the UK is gonna fund me. Goddamn it, Ethiopia, you're even more useless than I thought. No matter. proud king Menelik II will guide powerful Ethiopian army to greatness[/QUOTE] I'll fund you. For a price. (Oil)

Screw you, commie, next thing I know, you'll want my people not brutally oppressed

Let us not forget the state of the world at the time. Flight has just been established by the Wright Brothers (or will bee soon, my history on that is a little shaky) and the powers are scrambling to take advantage, but it's likely you will need to research it. Bolt action rifles and newer, deadlier artillery weapons have reinvented the battlefield. With faster firing weapons on the horizon and a deadly emphasis on infantry advancement, cavalry is slowly being phased out of warfare. The many nation's of the world have yet to see a large, deadly conflict with these new weapons and thus lack the experience to properly adjust doctrines to adapt to new weapons. And last of all, the nation's of the world have become wrapped in a twisted and mangled mess of alliances. The Triple Entente has formed between the major powers of Russia, Britain, and France, all united in a quest to stop Germany's expansion and industrial, military, and economic growth that allows it to challenge the greater European Powers. That sets a nice framework for the years to come. Also, for countries that are not player controlled, things should probably continue the way they did before (I.E. actual history) just to try and knock certain events into place.

But first, looks like the boxers are going to rise.

[QUOTE=Sobotnik;36367255]But first, looks like the boxers are going to rise.[/QUOTE] Those shits are already shooting up my beautiful beijing.

Also, Fuck you Ven, My Cheese will replace Maple Syrup. My Cheese and Pizza [editline]17th June 2012[/editline] Also, During the 1900's Italy had some colonies [IMG]http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/f7/Italian_Colonial_Empire_%28orthographic_projection%29.svg[/IMG] [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Italian_Eritrea]Eritrea[/url] [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Italian_Somalia]Somalia[/url] Also Darker grey is Italian occupied territory and protectorates

Ethiopia is in there. Why is ethiopia in there.

[QUOTE=MountainWatcher;36367671]Ethiopia is in there. Why is ethiopia in there.[/QUOTE] Because it's an Italian colony.

[QUOTE=MountainWatcher;36367671]Ethiopia is in there. Why is ethiopia in there.[/QUOTE] You're my bitch now

Independence plz [editline]17th June 2012[/editline] [url]http://www.historum.com/middle-eastern-african-history/6091-ethiopia-colony.html[/url] I am confus

[QUOTE=Liem;36367439]Also, Fuck you Ven, My Cheese will replace Maple Syrup. My Cheese and Pizza [editline]17th June 2012[/editline] Also, During the 1900's Italy had some colonies [IMG]http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/f7/Italian_Colonial_Empire_%28orthographic_projection%29.svg[/IMG] [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Italian_Eritrea]Eritrea[/url] [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Italian_Somalia]Somalia[/url] Also Darker grey is Italian occupied territory and protectorates[/QUOTE] Hello neighbour.

[QUOTE=MountainWatcher;36369096]Independence plz [editline]17th June 2012[/editline] [url]http://www.historum.com/middle-eastern-african-history/6091-ethiopia-colony.html[/url] I am confus[/QUOTE] Ethiopia is independent you silly billy, It was only directly after the [URL="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Second_Italo-Abyssinian_War"]Second Italo-Abyssinian War[/URL] When Ethiopia was a colony, and then for only around 4-5 years. That map Liem used is (what I think) the Italian empire at it's height, a.k.a. during WW2 not 1900, Just before before the Commonwealth Forces began [URL="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Operation_Compass"]Operation Compass.[/URL] [sp]Go shank 'em Mountain[/sp]

I'm tempted to join as Colombia and start anew Gran Colombia, but this time as [I]Fascists[/I]!

[QUOTE=kamikaze470;36369903]I'm tempted to join as Colombia and start anew Gran Colombia, but this time as [I]Fascists[/I]![/QUOTE] Do it, Much more interesting then another red nation or no nation at all.

Portugal is going to go into a far-right dictatorship in 1933, it heavily opposes communism and socialism. You'll also have the colonial war to take care of. Force the estado novo a few years early and squash Angola, Mozambique and guinea's revolution. Actually, wait, in 1900, there was still monarchy, which will be assassinated and overthrown in 1910. So, there's also that, go revolutionary and it'll be yours to mold into facism at will.

[QUOTE=MountainWatcher;36370182]Portugal is going to go into a far-right dictatorship in 1933, it heavily opposes communism and socialism. You'll also have the colonial war to take care of. Force the estado novo a few years early and squash Angola, Mozambique and guinea's revolution. [/QUOTE] History Won't last 5 years, never mind up to '61. :v:

So, anyone ready for world domination?

I'm writing the turn tomorrow, sorry about the delay, I had a shitload of things to do this weekend (flew up to Boston to hang out with my dad) and today I had more rehab for my knee. My knee is healing quite nicely though, I should be able to play basketball by mid-July.