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Austria: Removes 1 unit
France: Builds 1 unit
Italy: Builds 1 unit
Turkey: Builds 1 unit
Message from France to Italy
Roberto:
I welcome your presences in the Western Mediterranean. I
look forward to your help. I hope that it will be
agreeable to follow my requests. I will of course be
willing and interested in discussing the situations with
you. I do not expect it to just be my servant. However,
it is my homeland at stake and I hope to have the final
vote. Is this reasonable?
I expect that you will be building an army in Venice.
Another fleet in the west end of the Mediterranean is
probably not necessary.
Congratulations on your success.
-- Prince Boar
Message from Master to all
Okay -- our absent player has a winter adjustment, so I'm extending
the deadline until Monday.
Doug
Message from France to all
PRESS RELEASE,
Paris, France
-- Prince Xavier Boar
As you recall, Ivy Wingo won our Tour De France Contest
when the United States Postal Team (i.e. Lance Armstrong)
won several stages as well as the overall race. The
grand prize was a date for his sister with the Dauphin.
I wanted to take the time to report to you on that
fantasy evening.
Ivy's sister arrived across the Channel accompanied by
her guardian. He was introduced as Ivy, and he thanked
France for allowing him to chaperon his sister. It was
obvious that he was an impostor, but we did not wish to
embarrass the dear lady by revealing that we knew it.
Obviously Ivy was concern that his person would not be
safe in France. We were insulted by his distrust for our
word of honor, but choose not to let that spoil the
enchantment of the day.
After touring the many sights in Paris, the Dauphin took
the young lady to a dinner of our best French food and
wine. The Ivy impostor sat across the room with me and
we pretended that we were great friends. After a
delightful boat ride on the Seine, the lady was sent back
across the Channel armed with a French Cookbook, some
decent food supplies and several cases of wine. May she
eat well for months to come.
Unfortunately there was a mix up at the Port and the Ivy
impostor got on a boat destined for Syria. He seemed to
really like his new T-shirt that said "Down with Arabs,
Go ahead, make my day" in Arabic. We hear that he is
having a nice time. Perhaps Ali can go rescue, rather,
help him find his way home.
Again, I thank everyone for their participation in my
Tour de France game. We especially thank Ivy for
allowing us to be charmed for the day by his sister.
-- Prince Boar
Message from France to all
I accidentally deleted my last message from this game
without reading it. I respectfully ask whoever sent one
to me in the last couple of hours (Thursday AM) to resend
it. I apologize for my mistake.
France
Message from England to all
PRESS RELEASE,
London
There appears to be no limit to English duplicity when it comes to dealings
with France.
Recently a report was published concerning a "fantasy evening" between my
sister and the Dauphin. The only correct word in that report was
"fantasy." At the time of the supposed meeting with the Dauphin and Prince
Boar my sister and I were on a sight-seeing excursion in the North Sea in
the company of the Emperor Fredd and his charming niece Princess
Wilhelmina. For you see, Sis was warned aforehand of the practices of
French royalty. Her taste is more towards that of the highly refined Teutons.
What then of this French fantasy? Who travelled from England to charm the
Dauphin? Why it was none other than that imposter, Queen Arabella, the
most delicious transvestite on either side of the Channel. "Bella" reports
that the Dauphin deported himself in the most atrocious manner, much to
his/her delight. She cannot wait for the next Tour de France and hopes
that that hunk Lance will once again bring the prize to Ivy. Perhaps we
will have another go in 2002. Bella can't wait.
Message from Turkey to Italy
Roberto,
Once again, a good result. I hope you are as happy with it as I am. I will
be building an army in either Con or Ank, and expect a fleet in either Rom or
Nap. Russia is quite displeased with me, as I expected. I hope and trust
that you and I will go forward in cooperation, to the ultimate demise of both
Austria and Russia.
England's move to Nth was interesting, wasn't it? Apparently Germany isn't
too concerned about it, though of course Den might be beckoning. England has
been trying to get me to query you about your intentions in France, and to
urge you in favor of EI taking France out, rather than your helping France
fend him off. If you could give me something to tell Ivy, it might help glean
information on what Nth is up to. Whether or not that reflects your actual
intention is of course up to you; either way I hope you'll pass along
something for me to tell him.
Please don't hesitate to write with any thoughts.
Ali
Message from England to Italy
Roberto,
Well, there you are in the Western Med. Just what that fleet actually does
will be most interesting. I am prepared to support it into Spain, and that
surely will succeed. You just need to decide what is best for Italy.
I do have a request. If you prefer immediate neutrality or even an action
that favors France, please give me some indication. I am not asking for
your actual move in that case, but I would appreciate and respect some
notice of your general intentions.
What I want to avoid is any deception that would make it more difficult for
us to work together in the future. You and I have always had a very open
correspondence and I wouldn't want to spoil that. Who knows what lies down
the road.
Of course, what I actually hope for is that you and I can immediately dig
in and share France. Germany has no claim on any French centers in spite
of his presence in Burgundy. If you and I worked together, I would
continue to respect the natural Gibralter boundary between us. Once France
is gone I would turn to other surviving nations and plan to do battle with
Germany. He and I have helped each other greatly so far, but we both
realize that our partnership will become more difficult as the game progresses.
Also remember, I promise never, never, never to build a fleet in
Marseilles. Let's see France say that!
Most cordially,
Ivy
Message from Russia to Austria, Italy, and Turkey
Archduke,
>Austria: 3 Supply centers, 4 Units: Removes 1 unit.
>Italy: 6 Supply centers, 5 Units: Builds 1 unit.
>Russia: 3 Supply centers, 3 Units: Builds 0 units.
>Turkey: 6 Supply centers, 5 Units: Builds 1 unit.
Disband your Army in Sevastopol. If you do not I will
give Sev to Turkey, and we will destroy your Army there
in the Spring. I will then return to Galicia, and do
everything in my power to make sure that you are
eliminated before I am, up to and including supporting
Italian and Turkish attacks on your Home Centers. You
might consider this an idle threat, but remember that
if I promise something to an ally, I keep my word, and
I remain allied with Italy and Turkey.
Czar Nicholas II.
Message from Russia to Italy
Roberto,
>Austria: 3 Supply centers, 4 Units: Removes 1 unit.
>Italy: 6 Supply centers, 5 Units: Builds 1 unit.
>Russia: 3 Supply centers, 3 Units: Builds 0 units.
>Turkey: 6 Supply centers, 5 Units: Builds 1 unit.
>The next phase will be Adjustments for Winter of 1903.
*sigh* Not exactly what I had hoped to see in
F1903B, and the ironic thing is that it is largely
your fault. ;-) You have out-negotiated me at every
turn, and used Ali to cripple me. It may not have
been intentional, and I don't hold it against you, or
even against Ali, but I do wish that you had worked
toward our proposed IR Alliance a bit harder.
I do hope that you will build A Ven, and move to
Tyl in S1904M, since pressure on Germany is the only
thing that will keep him from overrunning my position.
What are you hearing from Ivy and Fredd? Ivy seems to
think that IF WMed is a good thing, which I don't
understand, since it seems obvious to me that you're
there to help France defend Iberia. Please drop me a
line when you get the chance.
Your Friend,
Nick.
Message from England to all
Apparently my modem troubles are over.
Some of you know that I have not had a reliable modem at home in the
evening. After half a year of trouble I finally discovered that the modem
failed precisely when a halogen lamp in the next room was turned on.
Curiously, the modem is unaffected by an identical lamp two feet from the
computer.
Ivy
Message from France to all
Good Neighbors in Europe:
Le Dauphin here. My brother and I have been debating
whether we simple ignore the most recent atrocity of a
broadcast by the English or whether we need to respond.
On one hand we do not want to justify it with a response,
but on the other, my honor requires that we do respond.
It should be obvious to anyone who knows us that Ivy's
message was a fallacy. I of course treated the woman on
the Tour de France date as a perfect gentleman would. A
simply kiss on the back of the hand in greeting was the
only contact between us.
Prince Boar insists that I handle this one.
Unfortunately I am not as eloquent as he. Therefore I
can only offer this little song or poem.
My baloney has a first name
Its I - I - V - V - Y
My baloney has a second name
Its W - I - N - G - O
Oh I love to read it every day
And if you ask me why I'll say
Because Ivy Wingo has a way with
B - O - L - O - N - G - A
Le DAUPHIN
Message from England to all
>My baloney has a first name
>Its I - I - V - V - Y
What a hoot!! My wife's maiden name is M - A - Y - E - R, and this ditty
is much too well known in our household. [I don't think you can get my
I.D. from my wife's maiden name.]
Ivy
Message from Turkey to Italy
Roberto,
It appears as if the game is about to get rolling again. I'd very much like
to hear from you at your earliest convenience with your thoughts on the coming
year.
I have entered a build order for A Ank. Obviously my exact plans for spring
will depend on what Austria disbands, but either way I hope to take Sev this
year and get you into Bud.
Write when you get a chance,
Ali
Message from Italy to Turkey
I just returned and am trying desparately to catch up (both personal and
work related issues).
I got your message about building a fleet and that's what I had intended to
build but looking at the map, I'm thinking an army might have some practical
purposes - namely Tyrolia or Piedmont (France has requested Ven-Pie). I'm
assuming France disbanded so that he could build a fleet in Marseilles.
That hopefully will be enough to keep England at bay for the time being
until I can get more fleets west (quickly if Austria disbands Aegean).
Would you be completely opposed to army Venice being built this phase
perhaps with an eye to acquiring Vienna instead of Budapest?
Life is Beautiful,
Roberto
Message from Turkey to Italy
Roberto,
I would not be completely opposed to an Italian army build, though I can't
deny I would feel more comfortable with a fleet. Part of the balance of power
we had discussed was that you would be dominant at sea, while I would focus on
land. However, I do appreciate your need to not only acquire centers, but be
able to hold them as well.
In any case, the most important factor is that we continue to cooperate. An
additional Italian army would be very useful in the effort to take down
Austria. Whether you build an army or fleet, though, I'd still prefer an
emphasis on Bud rather than Vie, for tactical reasons. Bud is in a crucial
strategic position, and I'd rather not see it fall to Russia.
Regards,
Ali
Message from Italy to Turkey
>
> Part of the balance of power we had discussed was that you
> would be dominant at sea, while I would focus on land.
>
I know and that's why I came very close to entering a phased fleet build
before I left but my quick glance at the map showed a glaring hole in
Tyrolia as well as a possible opportunity in Piedmont to either prop France
up or move to GOL and get involved offensively. Decided it was best to wait
until I got back to discuss it with you.
>
> In any case, the most important factor is that we continue to
> cooperate.
>
You have my complete pledge of cooperation.
> An additional Italian army would be very useful in the effort to
> take down Austria.
True if I can get it to Tyrolia. Not knowing what Austria will disband (I'm
hoping for the fleet but Russia's message may influence his decision), an
army becomes more flexible for me. With a Naples fleet build, I'm having
trouble envisioning how I stop Vie s Boh - Tyr which causes me to get an
ulcer each time I look at the map.
> Whether you build an army or fleet, though, I'd still prefer an
> emphasis on Bud rather than Vie, for tactical reasons. Bud
> is in a crucial strategic position, and I'd rather not see it
> fall to Russia.
>
This makes sense and I understand that. My hesitation with Budapest is
that's not the direction I want to be moving my units. Do you see Bud-Vie
the following year with you taking up residence in Budapest? I could live
with that scenario as ultimately I see Budapest being Turkish property.
Life is Beautiful,
Roberto
Message from Turkey to Italy
Roberto,
It sounds like we're thinking along much the same lines. Your army build has
my blessings. I certainly would agree to Bud-Vie next year, with me moving
into Bud. I hadn't really gotten that far in my planning yet, since what will
happen in France is such a big question mark. I figured the division of
spoils in Austria would depend on the presence or absense of spoils in France.
The bottom line is that as long as we're cooperating in the field, and
maintaining an even growth rate, then I'm happy. Go ahead and build the army;
no matter what Austria disbands it will give us numerous opportunities.
How is your relationship with Russia? He's still pretty testy with me, I
don't think I can count on anything from him this year. However, he should
bear no grudge to you. I'd be curious to hear your thoughts on which way
he'll jump.
Regards,
Ali
Message from Italy to England
> Well, there you are in the Western Med. Just what that fleet
> actually does will be most interesting. I am prepared to
> support it into Spain, and that surely will succeed.
>
Actually, I suspect that it would fail miserably. I'm assuming France will
build a fleet in Marseilles and order Por s Mar-Spa/sc. He has told me on
numerous occassions that he will defend Iberia from you even if it means
Germany taking Paris and Marseilles.
> I do have a request. If you prefer immediate neutrality or
> even an action that favors France, please give me some
> indication. I am not asking for your actual move in that
> case, but I would appreciate and respect some notice of your
> general intentions.
>
I must delay my response to this question until after I see the Austrian
disband. My answer will depend on whether or not the Aegean fleet remains
to see the springtime. If there is some string you can pull to get Austria
to disband his fleet, then you're more likely to hear the answer you want to
hear.
Life is Beautiful,
Roberto
Message from England to Italy
Roberto,
>I'm assuming France will
>build a fleet in Marseilles and order Por s Mar-Spa/sc.
My money is on France building an army in Paris. The disband was just to
keep us guessing.
Let's get back in touch after the build phase.
Ivy
Message [from Russia] to all
Just a reminder, this period of silence is brought
to you to allow you to submit your 1903 EoY to the
Master.
Message [from Turkey] to all
> Just a reminder, this period of silence is brought
> to you to allow you to submit your 1903 EoY to the
> Master.
Since this doesn't seem to have been sent by Doug,
the literal translation seems to be "I can't WAIT
to find out what you were really thinking, you
bloody idiot!"
Message from Italy to Russia
>
> *sigh* Not exactly what I had hoped to see in
> F1903B, and the ironic thing is that it is largely
> your fault. ;-)
>
I seem to recall suggesting Mos s Gal-War. :)
> You have out-negotiated me at every
> turn, and used Ali to cripple me. It may not have
> been intentional, and I don't hold it against you, or
> even against Ali, but I do wish that you had worked
> toward our proposed IR Alliance a bit harder.
>
I tried everything I had to get Austria to concentrate on Turkey but for
whatever reason he felt he had to attack you. Even after I stabbed him
eliminating his only ally, he still moved into your home center.
As for Turkey, there was nothing I could have said to get him to issue the
support order. He didn't want to see you get a build either. I don't think
it was me out-negotiating you but rather Austria/Turkey fearing a powerful
Russia more than they feared a powerful Italy. Your fate was almost sealed
from the get-go. That's not to say your position isn't salvageable but I'd
have to think not too many observers are giving you a chance to survive.
> I do hope that you will build A Ven, and move to
> Tyl in S1904M, since pressure on Germany is the only
> thing that will keep him from overrunning my position.
I've ordered an army build in Venice against the wishes of Ali. It's
heading to Tyrolia or Piedmont depending on the next round of negotiations.
> What are you hearing from Ivy and Fredd? Ivy seems to
> think that IF WMed is a good thing, which I don't
> understand, since it seems obvious to me that you're
> there to help France defend Iberia.
>
Well, I have two choices in Iberia. I'll most likely not participate in
French destruction until Austrian elimination. In the meantime, I'll
support France as best as possible. Ivy knew about my move to the West Med
and its purpose. I think he still has hope that I will help take France
out.
Life is Beautiful,
Roberto
Message from Italy to France
>
> I hope that it will be agreeable to follow my requests.
> I will of course be willing and interested in
> discussing the situations with you. I do not expect
> it to just be my servant. However, it is my homeland
> at stake and I hope to have the final vote. Is this
> reasonable?
>
More than reasonable. Unless there is a very compelling reason for me not
to order your suggestion, I'll follow your request.
> I expect that you will be building an army in Venice.
> Another fleet in the west end of the Mediterranean is
> probably not necessary.
>
This implies that you will be building a fleet. Am I correct? Ivy thinks
you will build an army in Paris and that the disband was just to keep
everybody guessing.
Life is Beautiful,
Roberto
Message from France to Italy
Roberto:
I will indeed be building a fleet in Marseilles. I do ask that you not
share this with England. In fact, I hope that you have not mentioned my
comments to you about not needing another fleet. I like to keep the
English in the dark as long as possible. It would be nice to surprise
him, even if the surprise is not that big a deal. It is the fun of it
that I am after.
-- Prince Boar
Austria: REMOVE Army Vienna
France: BUILD Fleet Marseilles
Italy: BUILD Army Venice
Turkey: BUILD Army Ankara
Centers
Austria: 3
England: 5
France: 5
Germany: 6
Italy: 6
Russia: 3
Turkey: 6
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