Replacement needed - Rising Sun

[Kirov]

We’re looking for a replacement for the University faction in the game Rising Sun.

Turn: 2188

Players:
The University – you (25 pop)
The Peacekeeepers – Kirov (100 pop)
The Cult of Planet – Yabcok (101 pop)
The Pirates – Armageddon (61 pop)
The Drones- Bodissey (88 pop)

Patch: scient's. Since we don't use Yitzi's, you need to insert 'Stockpile energy' after units.

Map size: standard I think.

Additional rules: CBA and EG are banned, you can only build choppers with weapons not exceeding 4.

Turn rate: Super slow, but we hope to catch up a bit so people able to play under usually 24, rarely within 72 h are most welcome. We started this game in May 2013 and it would be great to finish it for a change.

Secret Projects:

The University – currently none
The Peacekeeepers – Virtual World
The Cult of Planet – Weather Paradigm, Planetary Transit System, Neural Amplifier, Cyborg Factory
The Pirates – Merchant Exchange
The Drones – Planetary Energy Grid

Your status:

Pact Brother of the Cult of Planet
Vendetta on the PK, Pirates and Drones.

SE: -/Free Market/Wealth

Short description:

The University is in cahoots with the Cult of Planet, a long-standing front-runner in this game. They run against the other three factions (hostilities started around 2170 with the Cultist attack on the Drones; soon afterwards the Cult attacked the PK and just recently the University attacked the Pirates). The Peacekeeper is the current Governor (elections were held in 2171).

Since the Cooperative Victory is on, you can try to take part in a joint victory with Yabcok, chances for a solo victory are much more slim, however. The Provost has several a few techs his enemies don’t, including MMI (but remember that choppers are nerfed). He commands some army, however his industry is not that good, mainly due to low pop. The University has been played by 3 players already and certainly suffers from such discontinuity. Other players are in since the beginning.

What is more, the University is devoid of its HQ, which has not been rebuilt yet, causing several headaches as to drones. The University Base has been discontinued by people dressed in PK uniforms, probably the Italian mob. They do that.

Of many words I can use to describe the Univ’s situation, let me go with ‘interesting’. Feel free to take a look at the game (Mart is our CMN and holds the passwords) or approach other players and discuss the game with them. You will probably want to start with Yabcok.

The game thread is here, for what it’s worth:

http://alphacentauri2.info/index.php?topic=3412.615

You’re welcome to join us regardless of your SMAC experience, although personally I'd rather prefer girls. But hell, men can apply as well. Commitment to quick play would earn you many hugs and kisses, regardless of your sex. So come aboard and either bask in the eternal glory or perish in a glorious combat! Rising Sun needs you.

[Kirov]

To add a few more subjective lines, other players can do the same:

Currently, the University comprises a part of the Axis of Evil, and alongside the Cult of Planet they plot to eradicate all that is good and beautiful on this Planet (their actual motto is: Why so serious?), claiming Prophet’s insanity as casus belli. Your best option, ethically wise, would be to leave the CoP and join the Alliance of Light (our motto: Love is our weapon of choice), which stands for justice and democracy. However, for many external reasons you can find this decision difficult to make. The cherry on top, between the Uni and CoP they attacked all three other factions, but I swear to God they managed to keep straight faces while pretending to be the victims. You’ve got to admire at least that.

Did I mention that the CoP runs the Police State? I guess my point is, our Prophet is so cartoonishly evil that I think he’s actually kinda cute.

[Yabcok]

To add a few more subjective lines, other players can do the same:

Currently, the University comprises a part of the Axis of Evil, and alongside the Cult of Planet they plot to eradicate all that is good and beautiful on this Planet (their actual motto is: Why so serious?), claiming Prophet’s insanity as casus belli. Your best option, ethically wise, would be to leave the CoP and join the Alliance of Light (our motto: Love is our weapon of choice), which stands for justice and democracy. However, for many external reasons you can find this decision difficult to make. The cherry on top, between the Uni and CoP they attacked all three other factions, but I swear to God they managed to keep straight faces while pretending to be the victims. You’ve got to admire at least that.

Did I mention that the CoP runs the Police State? I guess my point is, our Prophet is so cartoonishly evil that I think he’s actually kinda cute.

You are really flexible with words Brother, but we both know the truth – your weapon of choice isn’t love – it’s treachery and confabulation. Yes, old good Prophet is really insane – he prefers own honor over own business, what seems to be really uncommon among your “Alliance of Light”. You are supporting what you hate Brother, but I’m fully aware about the reason – your lust for power is stronger than anything else. I hope that new Provost won’t be your kind.

[Yabcok]

It seems not too many volunteers at the moment... Maybe you should have compared the number of cities, crawlers and (as a result) production capabilities rather than population – I’m sure that production capabilities are comparable to most of other players and that’s most important aspect at this stage of the game, not any other...

[Kirov]

It seems not too many volunteers at the moment... Maybe you should have compared the number of cities, crawlers and (as a result) production capabilities rather than population – I’m sure that production capabilities are comparable to most of other players and that’s most important aspect at this stage of the game, not any other...

Why on earth would I want to do that? You can post the count of your and his cities and crawlers yourself, this I have no problem with. But I'm not disclosing any info related to the other factions. After all, it is only my reasonable guess that you have infiltrated both Bodi and Arma but was less lucky with me.

But hey, nice try! I was missing your shenanigans.

[Kirov]

I think I have an idea about what our new replacement would better like to know:

You see, my friend, our Prophet has in his coffers well beyond 600 EC. Plus, despite your mutual research agreement, he still wouldn’t share with you several juicy techs. His precious, precious techs, he’s got so many of them. On the top of that, he’s got a lot of bases and units just next to your territory, where you could put them to good use.

On a completely unrelated note, I think now he needs you more than you need him. And on a yet another completely unrelated note,  it’s not blackmail if you get what you only rightfully deserve.

And who knows, after you renegotiate your General Terms and Conditions, you can even switch sides and join our Alliance, further cementing your reputation as a strategic mastermind.

I don’t even know why I’m telling you this. Maybe it’s because I like you. I read your posts and I like them. I think you have the wits and charisma, and this cannot be bought or faked.

I see you in our Alliance because we’re not that different, you and I. Well, we both play SMAC, that’s for sure. We’d both be terrific with girls if we ever worked up the courage to talk to them. And we can both emerge as winners in the Rising Sun game. And then, who knows, maybe we can depose BU and sisko and rule this forum together! Just think about it! OK, maybe this one is a little far-fetched, but that thing with the Rising Sun is totally feasible.

Join us! 600 EC practically for free, courtesy of Yabcok.

[Yabcok]

I think I have an idea about what our new replacement would better like to know:

You see, my friend, our Prophet has in his coffers well beyond 600 EC. Plus, despite your mutual research agreement, he still wouldn’t share with you several juicy techs. His precious, precious techs, he’s got so many of them. On the top of that, he’s got a lot of bases and units just next to your territory, where you could put them to good use.

On a completely unrelated note, I think now he needs you more than you need him. And on a yet another completely unrelated note,  it’s not blackmail if you get what you only rightfully deserve.

And who knows, after you renegotiate your General Terms and Conditions, you can even switch sides and join our Alliance, further cementing your reputation as a strategic mastermind.

I don’t even know why I’m telling you this. Maybe it’s because I like you. I read your posts and I like them. I think you have the wits and charisma, and this cannot be bought or faked.

I see you in our Alliance because we’re not that different, you and I. Well, we both play SMAC, that’s for sure. We’d both be terrific with girls if we ever worked up the courage to talk to them. And we can both emerge as winners in the Rising Sun game. And then, who knows, maybe we can depose BU and sisko and rule this forum together! Just think about it! OK, maybe this one is a little far-fetched, but that thing with the Rising Sun is totally feasible.

Join us! 600 EC practically for free, courtesy of Yabcok.

Many words and many options, but it seems that without any effect...

[Kirov]

Maybe we should consider paying real money, Yabcok? Like a few cents per turn? No, better make it rubles. I know it's desperate, but I've run out of ideas. You are of course free to add the info on production and supply crawlers of any faction you have infiltrated if you think that should help.



Guys, why don't you join our game? I can promise you it's very interesting and is in fact one of the most epic games I've ever been in. Come to us to create your story! You can continue to stand by the Prophet and he will surely teach you a lot about deceit and mischief. Descent slowly into madness together as you vie for absolute power!

Or you can spin a tale of redemption, express regret for your numerous sins and join our Alliance of Light! Like Boromir, but less dead. We should be able to help you if you quickly annul the Pact with the Prophet and let our aircraft in.

You can even pull off a double trickery, turning against the Prophet but soon afterwards making us regret that as you quietly build your power and claim your rightful place on the Throne of the Dark One. Me, Bodi and Arma are very naive about such things, honest.

Join us and choose your own adventure! Whatever happens, you're bound to go to Valhalla afterwards.

[Geo]

Guys, why don't you join our game? I can promise you it's very interesting and is in fact one of the most epic games I've ever been in. Come to us to create your story! You can continue to stand by the Prophet and he will surely teach you a lot about deceit and mischief. Descent slowly into madness together as you vie for absolute power!

Must have something to do with the promise of kisses in the OP, whatever the gender?

[Kirov]

Must have something to do with the promise of kisses in the OP, whatever the gender?

You think? Hmm, then I shall hug and kiss everyone but the one who joins our game! Come and play or be assaulted, sweethearts!

[Kurvivor]

I volunteer.
All i ask is none of that gross hugging and kissing stuff

[Kirov]

Thank you a lot, Kurvivor! We really want to finish this game. Please ask Mart for your pwd and don't forget you may want to chat up with the other players before you play. Our turn tracking thread is here:

http://alphacentauri2.info/index.php?topic=3412.615

Welcome aboard and we're looking forward to push the game on! 

Remember, the cake is a lie.

[Mart]

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