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Turn 67 ==> Demosthenes (last night)
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The True Demosthenes
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London, UK
Feb 2000
time: 05:12
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Turn 67 ==> Jon
Demosthenes eagerly awaits the Assyrian ontourage. A strong diplomatic relationship has been blossoming for some time between us, and your visit consolidates our fondness of your people king Rick.
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Mobius, I've only just moved from Newcastle to Birmingham, and whilst I would love to live and work in london for a couple of years, it would mean being apart from my girlfriend yet again.
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Turn 68 ==> Demosthenes
Egypt founded it's 30th city today, the citizens at first wnated to call it Cairo1, but quickly decided that Sophara was a far more apt name in honor of all of the Pharaoh's achievements.
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The Giza Report
Fascism Rising in Rome
Unconfirmed reports out of Rome hint that a Xenophobic groups of zealots is rising in power, as of this press release their names are unknown. What is known is that the Roman empire has fallen into a state of disarray. Egyptian Minister of Defence, Ra Manora said that they are keeping a close eye on their powerful neighbor Rome, and that although they have good relations with the former government in Rome, it is doubted that a fascist government will find a friend in Cairo.
The 1st Gizan infantry pulls back to thier border position
The Pharaoh apoligizes to Emperor Caligula for his slight intrusion into Roman soil, the infantry's Corporal had been drinking excessively and thought it might be fun to visit Roman soil, he has since been replaced. The Pharaoh further stated that the Egyptian government has nothing but respect for the Roman Theocracy.
Egyptian Diplomatic movement explained
The diplomat who Emperor Caligula asked about has simply gone exploring to the north, we apoligize for his actions and didn't realize it would upset the priests of Rome, and thank Rome for it concern
[This message has been edited by Sophanthro (edited July 02, 2000).]
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The True Demosthenes
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London, UK
Feb 2000
time: 05:12
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Turn 69 ==> Jon
Tales reach the ears of the Welsh people, tales of Caligula and his dabblings with National Socialism.
What a strange thing to do for one so wise. Caligula, cease from this path, for the Fascist state is an expansionist state, dependent upon it's war machine for legitimacy.
A warlike government, with a war-ready military, is something that should worry us all.
Caligula, we demand that you state your intentions. For many years your incursions against the Incans have been tolerated, their extermination will not.
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Jon
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Turn 69 to Mobius.
I would caution the Roman people of the dangers of Fascism. The Dictator Mussolini brought down nothing but suffering and death upon his people with this evil creed.
I was delighted to sign a formal Treaty of Alliance with my Welsh friends. A small agrarian nation such as mine needs the friendship of a mighty nation like Wales under it's honest and trustworthy leader Demosthenes. It is sad but we find that such qualities are rare indeed in an extremely unfriendly World.
High Priest Jon.
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MOBIUS
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Prifysgol Caerdydd
Dec 1999
time: 15:12
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Well well well, three communications ripe with veiled implications - all because I have reached my growth potential for government run by the church?
I wish to embrace the prospect of greater scientific achievement, greater production and for my nation's trains to run on time... 
Could it be the jealousy of covetousness nations which raises this spectre of armed conflict...?
Rome has no territorial ambitions as her ending of the conflict with the Incas should attestify. Rome merely wishes not to be caught by surprise by any nations wishing her ill and would not be foolish enough to presume any aggressive act by her would not go unpunished...
Rome therefore notes that although it seems unacceptable for herself to have battle ready troops, it seems acceptable for her friend(?)and neighbour to do so - does this not indeed smack of double standards?
Or that the Welsh appear to be on alert from an imaginary foe - unless there has been a falling out between Cardiff and Cairo, in which case Rome offers her expertise in diplomatic relations...
Rome also welcomes the fact that the backward nation of Inca has been bestowed with the advances of Oil Refining and Mass Production. But in the same token why do her neighbours opt for Battleships, Troopships, Marines, Submarines and Destroyers while depriving their populations of Electricity, Advanced Mines and Movie Palaces...? 
Furthermore Rome gains solace from the fact that the Incans have also signed an Alliance with the Welsh - truly a noble gesture in the pursuit of greater regional security...!
Lastly, the Imperator is glad that other nations have so much time for Rome's affairs - but he asks you not to worry as Caligula does have the best interest of Rome at heart and will not be doing anything to upset this delicate balance - your concern is however, duly noted...
Great Pharoah - no disrespect was intended regarding your Diplomat, quite the opposite... If you feel he is safe to visit the Roman hinterland, then so be it. At times of peace Diplomats are free to travel the roads and railways of the Empire wherever they wish...
Caligula also appreciates the resolution of our border misunderstanding - thanks to the Pharoah for his magnanimity...
PAX
MOBIUS
[This message has been edited by MOBIUS (edited July 03, 2000).]
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Rick Elkins
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New York City USA
Feb 2000
time: 00:12
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Turn 69 ---> Sophanthro
There is much sadness in Assyria tonight, for we have been betrayed. For what have we discovered but that one who spoke of peace and trust has snuck into the very heartland of our nation and built a city directly next to the Assyrian city of Simmurrum.
Jon, we are shocked that you would commit such a deed. This explains your recent refusal of our offer to exchange maps with you. You were already undertaking your silent invasion.
You cannot make the excuse that you did not know this was settled Assyrian territory because you had no maps, as even a casual glance would have shown you that right next to the land you seized was a blue trade line going into what you had to know was a city.
This is not a case of moving a settler up against our border, but was a calculated Invasion over Water by Ship onto a Separate Continent from Inca: the Assyrian continent.
This is an illegal incursion, and as such, the city of Lauricocha has been confiscated.
However, Jon, although it would be within our rights, we do not make war with you. We are willing to accept this act as a foolish mistake, and make peace with the Incan people. With this in mind, we have sent you an offer of a peace treaty, and another offer of a map exchange with the hope that this kind of thing never happens again. We should note that you did offer us a map exchange this very turn, but we did not have a chance to open it, so shocked were we to discover the incursion.
And let no nation misjudge this incident. Assyria does not wish to see the Incan nation
subject to any assault by any other nation who might wish to take advantage of this momentary confusion. Assyria still wishes to be friends with the Incan people, and will not tolerate any attempt by others to punish them over this matter.
King Rick the Disillusioned
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Turn 70 ==> Demosthenes
The Giza Report
Border Dispute arises between Inca and Assyria
The Incan city of Lauricocha has been taken by the Assyrian government. Ninevah claimed that this city violated an age old rule of borders, 'that if a body of water lies between nations it will automically be considered a border between those two nations' . Indeed this rule can be found in Ancient Egyptian common law, as well as present day Egyptian law concerning land posession between cities.
However, Egyptian Minister of Foriegn Relations, Osiris Makara stated that is not the desire of Egypt to impose her laws on other nations, and asked that the two parties come to quick and peaceful resolution.
Egypt Declares Formal stance on Fascism
After leaving a meeting with his high ministers, Pharaoh Sophix declared, " The Egyptian Council will recognize a fascist government in Rome, and that he hoped to work peacefully with the new government."
The Pharaoh also welcomed the new tower on Egypt eastern border with Rome, stating that relatively soon Cairo will authorize her own tower so that the people of North Egypt may sleep peacefully, until then he asked the Emperor not be troubled by the Egyptian Troups in the area as they only serve the same purpose as the Roman Tower.
The Pharaoh did however add a few caveats to Rome, stating that if Rome did attack another nation, without full and complete justification, Cairo would respond immediately by aiding that nation against Rome, with military force if necessary.
Egyptian Military budget Increased
The High Council approved a large increase in the military budget. Ra Manora, Minister of Defense stated that this was only a defensive measure to ensure Egypt's safety. He also stated that if Rome were willing to drop her military readiness, Cairo will immediately follow suit and lower her own military readiness, but added that Egypt must be prepared.
When asked a question concerning the 'double standard' Minister Manora stated, " Well if a Lion were to enter a pit with you, I am sure it would cause you more concern, then a if a Ram entered the same pit."
Egypt Ratifies Alliance with Wales
The Pharaoh signed into effect an alliance with Cardiff, he stated after doing so that this alliance will give Egyptian and Welsh sea vessels complete authorization to traverse the North Channel unimpeded by national boundries.
The editor apoligizes to all readers for the length of todays edition.
[This message has been edited by Sophanthro (edited July 04, 2000).]
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Jon
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Official Inca Reply.
The Ignoble Rick is a an aquisative, aggressive liar and hypocrite..
If, as he claims, I had set out to deceive Assyria would I have offered a Map Exchange?
I have never refused, or indeed even been offered, any Map Exchanges by Assyria at any time.
A bold faced Lie.
If, as claimed, the Inca and the Assyrian people occupy seperate continents then the
establishment of the City of Panama would have been just as much a transgression of
etiqutte. This is especially true when he knew that an Inca road had been constructed for the
express purpose of Northward expansion. Another Lie!
The land occupied by the Inca was uncolonised by anyone and, though reached by sea, must
be part of the same land mass. Double standards!
How is it possible to breach a border that has never been set? By Rick the Liar's arguement
any stretch of unoccupied land he desires can simply be declared Assyrian and used as an
excuse for aggression.
En route we passed a Roman vessel which we knew to be carrying a Settler captured fom the
disbandment of an Inca City - who would he prefer as a neighbour? Indeed would Rick the
Liar have ever dared to committ an act of open War against Rome? As a proven craven
coward one doubts this very much!
The Liar talks of a 'Peace Treaty' when his first reaction was to reach for the gun! No attempt
at any kind of 'Peaceful' resolution to this issue was even attempted. He also 'now' talks of a
Map Exchange when without doubt it's only purpose would be to provide intelligence for
further aggression by the 'brave' Assyrian Army so adept at the capture of ungarrisoned Cities!
High Priest Jon.
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The True Demosthenes
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London, UK
Feb 2000
time: 05:12
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Turn 70 ==> Jon
Welsh State of the Nation Address:
Wales would like the word to fully recognise her alliance with the nations of Inca and Egypt. In a joyous speech to packed crowds in Cardiff, I assured my subjects that these alliances would not involve a loss of sovereignty to our neighbouring continental friends, but they were essential if Wales intended to keep a role on the world stage. Wales is not the powerful nation that we wish it to be, and so these alliances can help the Welsh voice have greater weight in international affairs.
In regards to the recent developments in Rome, I urge the need for caution. Although the Fascists have not gained total control of the Roman Senate, I believe that it is just a matter of time.
How Fuhrer Mobius can criticise Wales for raising her military to a state of alert I do not know. Our would-be Fascist neighbour has been in a state of war for some time, and he has had no need to be as the Incans have been at peace for some length of time now.
We in Wales do not wish to be caught off-guard by a war-ready war-intent government, riding high on a tide of populism from it's recent return to power.
I urge all nations to act with caution. Let us see how this new government in Rome will react when it has gained full control. Let us hope that we can all work together as we have done for so many years, but be prepared to defend yourselves.
Mobius, we shall all be watching your actions carefully. Should you turn to violence with your fascist comrades, then we shall all know where we stand, but if you intend to pursue peaceful relations as you insist, you must be able to prove it.
And then, what of this development between the Incans and Assyrians? We hear the holy words of St Jon, but we also see the evidence of King Rick. Perhaps as a way of showing the world his peaceful intent, Mobius should mediate this dispute, thereby calling peace between feuding neighbours, and proving to the world that his intentions are good.
[This message has been edited by The True Demosthenes (edited July 04, 2000).]
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Rick Elkins
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New York City USA
Feb 2000
time: 00:12
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The High Priest of the Incans has challenged both my honesty and accuracy, so let the words of Jon from his postings on this very Forum settle the dispute.
Do we believe this Jon:
Jon
Prince
Brighton, Sussex, UK
Sep 1999 posted July 04, 2000 05:28 Official Inca Reply.
I have never refused, or indeed even been offered, any Map Exchanges by Assyria at any time. A bold faced Lie.
...or this Jon:
Jon
Prince
Brighton, Sussex, UK
Sep 1999 posted June 20, 2000 04:56 Turn 61 to Caligula.
Apologies to our Assyrian neighbours but in the interests of national security it is felt imprudent to exchange cartographic information with a nearby power that has an armed brigade stationed within range of the Inca homeland.
High Priest Jon.
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Jon, either your memory grows feeble, or your honesty should be faulted. Either way, we regret the tone you have adopted in this matter.
Jon asks why he would have offered a Map Exchange if he were trying to deceive the Assyrian government. He clearly thought that having the city on our soil as a fait accompli, we would have to accept it.
But invasion across water is a clear violation of international law. The example you gave of Panama just doesn't apply, as that was the case of a settler merely walking toward an unclaimed site, just as you did with the neighbouring city of Cahauchi.
Jon, perhaps you know the definition of a hypocrite better than we do (as you use the word so freely), but we would have thought it applied to he who talked to a nation of peace while expanding onto their continent!
But your slurs, while unseemly, are only words after all. Do you really mean to end what we hoped were the beginnings of friendship between our peoples? We are willing to forget all you have done and said in the name of peace, and will again offer a peace treaty next turn. May you find whatever it takes within yourself to accept it.
King Rick
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Jon
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Turn 70 to Mobius.
To Rick the Hypocrite.
I confess that I am at fault in failing to recall that refusal of a Map Exchange though having checked I feel that my reasons were valid. They certainly have been vindicated by your treacherous acts against the Inca nation.
As you have chosen to quote from transcripts of previous postings I feel that I should remind you that Inca scribes are very diligent and that the Assyrian Foreign Ministry has been somewhat carefree in that which they put in writing.
It is my belief that both Rome and Cairo would find your policy statements to be matters of great interest.
Needless to say I have rejected both your Map Exchange and Peace Treaty. The City of Panama no longer exists and it's fate will soon be followed by all others within reach unless I receive immediate recompence.
I have offered Caligula, El Duce I assume now, a temporary Alliance so that I may concentrate my efforts upon The King of Sanctimony, aka Assyria, which I hope he will accept. I believe, as the old saying goes, 'the enemy of my enemy is my friend'.
High Priest Jon, The Betrayed.
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The True Demosthenes
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London, UK
Feb 2000
time: 05:12
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Turn 71 ==> Jon
Perhaps I was a little hasty in coming to the conclusion that Mobius would be the usurper of peace. It would seem that the Incans and Assyrians have much bad blood between them. I pray that such differences be resolved, and quickly, for the longer this problem remains, the harder the resolution will be.
Both sides will have to compromise, sacrifices of some order may be necessary. Are you willing to give peace a try?
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Cairo applauds the recent peace keeping actions of Rome, in the war torn east. They do advise Caligula to keep a close watch on his generals in the area, less they attempt to make a gain on the sorrowful conditions of Inca and Assyria.
The Pharaoh stated his complete nuetrality in the war. Lamented the fact the distance from Egypt prevents an possible peacekeeping actions from his own army.
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Turn to Demosthenes (last night)
Egypt welcomes the Calvary and understands Rome's concern, as Egyptians are known get riley under the influence of strong drink.
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The True Demosthenes
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London, UK
Feb 2000
time: 05:12
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Turn 72 ==> Jon
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