It is my pleasure to announce that AEDip01, the first All Empires Diplomacy game, starts now.

Deadline for Spring 1901: Monday September-5-2005 at 23:59 GMT.

Future regular turn deadlines will be a little shorter (of about 5 days) with max. 48hrs for retreats and Winter turns. I will try to send reminders 24 hrs. before all regular deadlines but you shouldn't take that for granted. For more details see rules and special rules below.

The Players:

• Austria-Hungary: (Temujin - abdicated June 1901; Bishop between September 1901 and September 1903); Temujin restored since October 1903.
  
• England: (Emperor Barbarossa - lost control in October 1903); Raider since January 1904.
  
• France: (Poirot abdicated in August 1903); Bishop since September 1903.
  
• Germany: Thegeneral
  
• Italy: Mixcoatl
  
• Russia: Hugoestr
  
• Turkey: (Zagros - abdicated August 1902); TheDiplomat since September 1902.
  

• Pikeshot1600
  
• Poirot
• Emperor Barbarossa
  
• you? (PM me)
  

The map (Spring 1901):


The oficial rules will be the http://www.diplomacy-archive.com/resources/rulebooks/1992AH3rd.pdf - 3rd Edition of Avalon Hill Co. rules, 1992 (PDF document) . But some special rules will apply as follows:

1. In order to shorten the game, victory will be declared when any power controls 12 supply centers at the end of any year AND it has at least two more SCs than any other power. Only one major winner will still be possible. But any power controlling 9 or more SCs at that moment will get a partial victory honorific mention. If the leading power has 12 SCs but another power has 11 or there is a tie at 12 SCs, successive extra years will be played until one single power gets 2 center more than any other. If this would not be achieved, the normal rule of 18 centers' owneship will apply.
2. In order to prevent NBRs ("no builds recieved"), what can handicap seriously the neglected power, a special default-build rule will apply when no adjustments orders are recieved, as follows:
• England will always build fleets by default
• Turkey and Italy will build alternatively fleet-army, starting by a fleet
• France will build alternatively army-fleet, starting by an army
• Austria, Germany and Russia will always build armies by default
• The units will be built in the historical capital prioritarily (if available) and then in any open home center (flipping a coin if necessary). Historical capitals are: Vienna (A), London (E), Paris (F), Berlin (G), Rome (I), Moscow (R) and Constantinople (T).
  
3. Excessive build orders will cause all builds to fail and apply the previous rule. Less builds than avialable will be accepted as such (it's understood that the player wants to waive some of his builds). A player can voluntarily waive all his builds but must specify it.
   
4. When no disbands are recieved, the oficial rule will apply to determine them but in one aspect: instead of following alphabetic order of provinces, as the rulebook says, I will apply random selection by flipping coins or throwing a dice.
5. The convoy priority rule will only apply if the convoying fleet(s) is/are not dislodged. If the convoy fails but the army can still move because of adjacency of the provinces involved, then normal movement will happen. (This is such a very rare happening that I have never seen it out of the theory, so don't worry much about it).
6. The default retreat is "out of the board" (OTB) or "disband". Players can order that as well if it fits their designs.
7. Any unit not ordered will hold (preventing this way its automatical disbanding in case it is dislodged).
   

1. In case of doubt the GM will have the last word, always applying the rulebook and any special rules (as for above).
2. If a player fails to send orders (NMR/NBR), he will be notified by the GM and must reply declaring if he wishes to follow with the game. Two succesive NMRs in regular or adjustments turns (retreats won't apply) will cause the player to be deposed and replaced - no excuses. If the NMRing player doesn't reply to the GM's mail, he will be deposed and replaced without any second opportunity.
   
3. Regular turns (Spring and Fall) will be scheduled with terms of about 5 days, except Spring 1901 that will be a little longer. Weekends can stretch these terms a little.
4. Retreats' and adjustments' turns will have a maximum term of 48 hrs. Only for these, the GM will adjudicate earlier if all orders are in. If they fall fully in weekend, the term can be stretched a little bit too. This is up to the players' needs largely.
   
5. Deadline extensions will be conceded upon request but I ask the players not to abuse of them. Conditional adjustments/retreats can be sent as alternative for short sub-turns extensions and I encourage them.
6. I also encourage to send preliminary orders as soon as you recieve the adjudication. You can send as many different sets of orders as you need. The last one arriving will erase the previous. Please send always full sets of orders: it doesn't matter what you sent in previous ones.
7. Orders will be interpretated benevolently but any order that is confuse enough will be declared invalid. Still I will notify the players if there is time for that, so this should not be a problem for novices.
   
8. Press: I will accept white press (signed) and grey press (anonymous). I won't accept black press (on other's name). The press should be written with the orders' set and will be published with the adjudication. The GM will try to write some press too and "the gallery" (observers) can also write press (white only). Alternatively you can post in the All Empires - General Gaming topic open for this game's purpose (this one).
   
9. I may add new rules in the future if necessary, always after consulting the players.

Have fun!

You can help me if Maju doesn't have a problem with it.

You can be my reichsfueher.

True, but wouldnt I be the Chancellor depending on which type of government?  But I do not know what the other ministries or departments are.  He can be the Head of the armies? 

• Italy invades Tyrolia and Salzburg. The Italia Irredenta will be redeemed, crowds full of patriotic enthusiasm sing in Milano and Rome
  
• The French army maneouvres near the German border and the English coasts
  
• Germany signs a naval bases' treaty with Denmark
• England rushes to do the same with Norway
• Russia hopes to be able to force Sweden to an alliance too, while maneouvres its Army near ther Romanian border
  
• Austria intervenes in Serbia and Albania before they can ally with the hostile Italians. Emperor Franz Joseph abdicates due to a badly known private affair and the Arch-Bishop of Vienna takes over the regency promising morality and union of the Dual Monarchy.
  
• Turkey occupies Bulgaria and voes to restore the glory of the Caliphate

Other press: none

A Bud - Rum
F Tri - Alb
A Vie - Tri

F Kiel- Holl
A Ber- Kiel
A Mun- Ruhr

F ST. Petersburg-Golf of Bothnia
A MOS-URK
A WAR HOLD
F SEV HOLD

Orders as adjudicated:

Austria:
A Budapest - Romania (corrected!)
F Trieste - Albania
A Vienna - Trieste

England:
F Edinburgh - Norwegian Sea
A Liverpool - Wales
F London - North Sea

France:
F Brest - English Channel
A Marseilles Supports A Paris - Burgundy
A Paris - Burgundy

Germany:
A Berlin - Kiel
F Kiel - Denmark
A Munich - Ruhr

Italy:
F Naples - Tyrrhenian Sea
A Rome - Venice
A Venice - Tyrolia

Russia:
A Moscow - Ukraine
F Sevastopol Hold
F St Petersburg(sc) - Gulf of Bothnia
A Warsaw Hold

Turkey:
F Ankara Hold
A Constantinople - Bulgaria
A Smyrna - Constantinople

Please correct me if there is any error.

Operations map (Spring 1901):


Current map (Fall 1901):


Don't wait to the last minute: send your prelims now!

• Spring diplomacy
• Spring movement
• Spring retreats (when necessary)
  
• Fall diplomacy
• Fall movement
• Fall retreats (when necessary) -> Neutral or foreign centers occupied after this phase are only now owned by the occupiers
  
• Winter adjustments (builds and disbands)

Tell me again why I chose Germany, who is smack dab in the middle of the entire battle?!?! Oh yeah...

Me and my pride!

A Bud - Rum
F Tri - Alb
A Vie - Tri

I'm a bit confused, why have you moved the Hungarian army to Serbia instead of Romania?

Special Report from Burgundy Press:

The valiant French 1st Army rests in the summer at Burgundy to prepare for a tour of the Bavarian countryside.  The soldiers eagerly await the moment they can seek more intimate relations with big, blonde, muscled Bavarian women.  They expect a warm welcome from the big bosomed Bavarian fruits.

"We expect the peace loving Bavarians to welcome us with open embraces," comments Jaques Monier, special corps engineer for the 3rd regiment.  "Le Marseille for all!"

The army is very optimistic about the chances of obtaining a hearty welcome from the beloved Kaiser of Germany.  It would be another step in the tight bond that seals Franco-German relations.

oh damn

I don't think my people would apreciate taking Germany back to Nazism.  Although it may help win!

But for now, the Iron Chancellor welcomes the new government of Russia.  Pardon, the Soviet Union.

Washington Post:

A republican plot was recently uncovered in Ankara by Ottoman intelligence, details are as of yet unclear, however, reports from the Anatolian mainland tell of a mass purge (by decapitation) of Army officers ordered, and some say carried out, by Sultan Zagros himself, among them the alleged mastermind, Kemal Atuturk.

Special Report:

The French delegation of alliance to the Ottoman Empire has been hijacked in the Mediterranian, near the Tunisan coast.  It is speculated that modern Barbary pirates have kidnapped the French delegation in an attempt to put pressure on the Ottoman Empire.  The French Presidentcondemns the hijacking, calling it terrorism, and urges the Italian fleet in the Mediterranian to enter Tunisia to counter the terrorist bases there.

Special Report:

Geneva - A four country meeting between the French President, The German Kaiser/Chancellor, the Russian(Soviet) Comrade Tsar, and the Italian Primer Minister, concluded in a jovial agreement to continue working toward the welfare of all European countries.

The world leaders have agreed to found the International Red Crotch, an international neutral organization dedicated to the libidos of all soldiers in the frontiers.  The most beautiful and sensual girls from all over Europe will be recruited to provide first rate service to sex starved soldiers in the Eastern and Western Fronts. 

"This is an united effort to improve the conditions of our barracks," commented Jean Jaques Le Pont, the French Foreign Minister.  "We must see that all troops get proper treatment as they fight for their countries."

Monsieur Le Pont added that France will build up to ten first rate brothels around the borders to cater to the needs of its soldiers.  The brothels will be staffed with "volunteers" and "social workers" from the International Red Crotch.

The standard Red Crotch uniform will be a nurse's uniform, with hem about two inches below the crotch and very low cut to show plenty of cleavage.

Further plans on the joint effort to promote sexual welfare in the barracks will be discussed and finalized within the coming days.

The Standard International Red Crotch Uniform

German News Alert:

The former minister of diplomatic relations and military has taken control of Austria.  Panic has been to a minimal and the government of the new Fueher of Der Fourth Riech promises nothing shall change from this point on.  "We will continue on without the former German" said Der Fueher at a press conference releasing the distressful news.  The new Reichfuehere has stated that no military actions will be pushed toward Austria for this "act of betrayal from the high levels of government".

On the brghter side of the news, Denmark has welcome us with open arms.

Here is the adjudication.

No retreats required.

Winter 1901 deadline (adjustments) will be Wednesday 23:59 or as soon as I get all your orders.

La gazette de Genève:

• Vienna taken by the versaglieri. The Italians also land in Tunis but fail in their "liberation" of Istria and Dalmatia.
• French and Germans divide the Low Countries, Britain, excluded, signs alliance with Norway.
• Germany intervenes in Sweden and rejects the Russian invasion. Russians achieve control over Romania anyhow and invade Austrian Galitzia
  
• France occupies Spain among protests.
• Austria and Turkey clash in Greece. Greek nationalists happy that no one could get in.
  
• The Austrian army abandons its Romanian pretentions and conquers Serbia instead.
  

A-Kiel-Hol
Rurh-support-A-Kiel-Hol
F-Denmark-Sweden

F GULF of BOTH-SWE
A WAR-GAL
A URK-RUM
F SEV S A URK-RUM

Orders as adjudicated (all unmarked orders succeed):

Austria:
F Albania - Greece (*Bounce*)
A Rumania - Serbia
A Trieste Supports A Rumania - Serbia (*Cut*)

England:
F North Sea - Holland (*Fails*)
F Norwegian Sea - Norway
A Wales - London

France:
A Burgundy - Belgium
F English Channel Supports A Burgundy - Belgium
A Marseilles - Spain

Germany:
F Denmark - Sweden (*Bounce*)
A Kiel - Holland
A Ruhr Supports A Kiel - Holland

Italy:
A Tyrolia - Vienna
F Tyrrhenian Sea - Tunis
A Venice - Trieste (*Fails*)

Russia:
F Gulf of Bothnia - Sweden (*Bounce*)
F Sevastopol Supports A Ukraine - Rumania
A Ukraine - Rumania
A Warsaw - Galicia

Turkey:
F Ankara - Constantinople (*Fails*)
A Bulgaria - Greece (*Bounce*)
A Constantinople - Bulgaria (*Fails*)

Please check for any errors.

No retreats required. Status is as follows:

Ownership:

Austria:   Budapest, Serbia, Trieste.
England:   Edinburgh, Liverpool, London, Norway.
France:    Belgium, Brest, Marseilles, Paris, Spain.
Germany:   Berlin, Denmark, Holland, Kiel, Munich.
Italy:     Naples, Rome, Tunis, Venice, Vienna.
Russia:    Moscow, Rumania, Sevastopol, St Petersburg, Warsaw.
Turkey:    Ankara, Bulgaria, Constantinople, Smyrna.
Unowned:   Greece, Portugal, Sweden.

Adjustments:

Austria:   Supp  3 Unit  3 Build  0
England:   Supp  4 Unit  3 Build  1
France:    Supp  5 Unit  3 Build  2
Germany:   Supp  5 Unit  3 Build  2
Italy:     Supp  5 Unit  3 Build  2
Russia:    Supp  5 Unit  4 Build  1
Turkey:    Supp  4 Unit  3 Build  1

Operations Map (Fall 1901):


Current Map (Winter 1901):


Remember that the sooner I get all build orders, the sooner we will go on with the new Spring turn.

Special Report:

Upon the annexation of new territories, the French Republic has officially changed its government and name to reflect its new, multinationalistic composition.  The new governnment will be named the People's Socialist Democratic Republic of Greater France, or simply Greater France.

Upon the annexation of Belgium into Greater France, the French Republic has decided to elect Monsieur Hercule Poirot, former Chief of the Belgian Police, and native Wallonese, as the new Greater French President. 

This is a happy marriage between France and Belgium, working together to build the Greater French Republic.  The people of former Belgium, Spain, as well as France warmly welcome Monsieur Poirot as the new leader of the new, multi-national republic.   Viva Greater France!

Monsieur Hercule Poirot, Greater French Press

Special Report from Versailles

Upon his inaugration, Monsieur le President Hercule Poirot congratulated the Italian Prime Minister for his staunch anti-terrorist approach in Tunisia. 

When asked about the new Greater French Republic's foreign policy, Monsieur Poirot heartly commented that he would work with the other nations to create a peaceful world, where democracy and basic human rights are protected, and also, to fight terrorism.

"Monsieurs, the Greater French Repulic is dedicated to the elimination of global terrorism.'  Monsieur le President Hercule Poirot said decisively, while stroking his trademark mustache.  "We will send troops to make sure that our citizens and the citizens of our peaceful neighbors are not harmed by global terrorism."

"We have currently spotted disturbing terrorist activity in Portugal."  Monsieur Poirot added.  "We must address this issue with our 3rd army stationed in Spain."

Monsieur Poirot also praised Comrade Tsar for his valiant efforts to eradicate terrorist activity in Rumania. 

Originally posted by hugoestr Comrade Tsar extends his good wishes to president Poirot. Comrade Tsar, just like Mr. Poirot, is dedicated to world peace, international understanding, and romantic barefoot walking on the beach. Please welcome our new Embassor to your country, Comrade Yana. She holds a doctor's in International Relations, was the former Minister of Internal Affairs, is twenty-seven, 5'8", and weighs 115 pounds. She is kind and sociable and loves to travel.

Special Report from Parisian Tabloid

Comrade Yana, Soviet ambassador to Greater France, was seen last night in the President's villa.  When asked, President Poirot denied any mention or doubt of illicit activity.

"Monsieurs, I assure you that it was a meeting to extend understanding between our two countries." Monsieur Hercule Poirot commented.  "Comrade Yana demonstrated her proficient skills in INTERNAL AFFAIRS."

"I have also discussed the Internation Red Crotch with the comrade," added Monsieur Poirot.  "Comrade Yana said she would love to serve as an honorary volunteer to help boost the morale of the brave soldiers of the Greater French Republic."

German Embassy in Sweden:

We regret to inform the Russians that their plans there were halted.  We expect relations to not change with this strategic move.

And we now issue a wanring to the Prime Minister of England:  Germany will not stand for your actions in the north and all further operations will result in your complete expulsion.

• Naval build up in the Atlantic.
  
• Russia and Italy recruit new soldiers for their Danubian campaigns.
  
• Italy and Turkey claim the Mediterranean waters.
  

Adjustments adjudication:

England:
Build F Edinburgh

France:
Build F Brest
Build A Paris

Germany:
Build F Kiel
Build A Munich

Italy:
Build F Naples
Build A Rome

Russia:
Build A Warsaw

Turkey:
Build F Smyrna

I will skip the orders as written from now on, if you don't mind. Anyhow check that your orders have beed adjudicated correctly.

New Map:

Anyone seen the diplomacy game trailer?

http://www.gamespot.com/pc/strategy/diplomacy2005/media.html?gcst=diplomacy_pc_ot1_091305.asx - http://www.gamespot.com/pc/strategy/diplomacy2005/media.html ?gcst=diplomacy_pc_ot1_091305.asx

• Italians invade Trieste and Croatia, Russians do the same with Hungary, Silesia and the Black Sea
• Germany signs a mutual defense pact with Sweden
  
• Austrians find refuge in Greece
• Britain seems to have taken offense and has sent a fleet to patrol the Scandinavian straits. Yet, lack of organization may have undermined the effectivity of the Brtish Navy
  
• France reinforces its western borders
• Turkey deploys its navy in the Aegean Sea

Adjudication Spring 1902 (all unmarked orders succeed):

Austria:
F Albania Supports A Serbia - Greece
A Serbia - Greece
A Trieste - Serbia (*Dislodged*)

England:
F Edinburgh - North Sea (*Fails*)
A London, no move received (hold)
F North Sea, no move received (hold)
F Norway - Skagerrak

France:
A Belgium Supports A Paris - Burgundy
F Brest - Mid-Atlantic Ocean
F English Channel Supports A Belgium
A Paris - Burgundy
A Spain - Marseilles

Germany:
F Denmark - Sweden
A Holland Hold
F Kiel - Helgoland Bight
A Munich Hold
A Ruhr Hold

Italy:
F Naples - Apulia
A Rome - Venice
F Tunis - Ionian Sea
A Venice - Trieste
A Vienna Supports A Venice - Trieste

Russia:
A Galicia - Budapest
F Gulf of Bothnia - Baltic Sea
A Rumania Supports A Galicia - Budapest
F Sevastopol - Black Sea
A Warsaw - Silesia

Turkey:
F Ankara - Constantinople (*Fails*)
A Bulgaria - Serbia (*Bounce*)
A Constantinople - Bulgaria (*Fails*)
F Smyrna - Aegean Sea

Please, check there are no errors.

There is only one retreat required: Austrian Army Trieste can retreat to Tyrolia or off the board (OTB - default). Please, Bishop, broadcast your reatreat to all so we can procceed with the Fall turn as soon as possible. In any case, the limit deadline for that will be Wednesday 21, 22:00 GMT.

Operational Map (Spring 1902):


Current Map (Spring 1902 - retreats):

German Press Release:

After a treacherous intrution into the Fatherland, Russia, along with France and England will be duly repaid for their moves on the Reich.  With threatening movments to the west, east and north, Der Fueher has issued a warning to the three: "Leave the Fatherland while you still have armies to leave with!  Any further movement onto out land will be proptly squelched and retured in fold"

The Germany ambassador to Russia was shocked and disturbed by the latest news and promised to "End Russias advances and decimate any fleets to the north."  The ambassafor to France was unable to speak today, due to the new Maginot formed by the French armies.  We hope to get word from him this winter.

The Greater French Government, under the respectable Monsieur Hercule Poirot, proudly presents the ambassador to the Soviet Union - Alizee!

LOL!!!

Ottoman Press:

Sultan Zagros abdicates!

The empire has gone into moarning after the shock abdication of its most benevolent padishah. Sultan Zagros cited old age and a desire to follow his lifetime pursuit breeding canaries on the Canary Islands. No further details disclosed at this time.

The Greater French embassy has delivered a special farewell present to Sultan Zagros, for his contributions to anti-terrorism in the Balkans.  One of the top performers of the International Red Crotch, Greater French Chapter, this lady hopes to keep Zagros happy and content in his retirement.

He most certainly is

I will add her to my harem.

Ottoman Press:

The son of Mustafa Kemal Atuturk, Mustafa Diplomat Atuturk is reported to have assassinated Sultan Zagros's heir to the Ottoman throne, Crown Prince Taurus in an apparent coup d'eta.  Such anti-Islamic behaviour will NOT be tolerated -

International report: the offices of the imperial press office in Constantinple have reportedly been stormed by republicans, mass executions have been reported.

Ill hope Zagros would act like a real Turk,

Khan Zagros, hurrey..

What the... scuse me, but I was THE Turk for a good three imaginary decades.

And day, even the mighty Turks get old .

Originally posted by hugoestr Comrade Tsar welcomes the new government in Turkey. We hope that you will received the head of our diplomatic mission with open arms.

The New head of Turkey welcomes the Russian Ambassador to Istanbul.

Under the new head,Turkey will be using the motto ''Peace at home;Peace in the world'' from now on

SPECIAL REPORT:Turkey is to co-operate with international society more than ever

''Turkey simply would like to join the International Red Crotch''said TheDiplomat.''We are profoundly impressed by France's efforts.He(poirot) knows how to facilitate international cooperation'' added TheDiplomat.TheDiplomat continued his speech by saying:''We will be delighted to see the valuable girls of the international red crotch being trained in Turkey,the land of hospitality.''

Report from the Parisan Gazette:

The President of Greater France strongly welcomes the ascention of power by Monsieur Le Diplomat in Ankara.  Greater France looks forward to building a realtionship of peace, understanding, and anti-terrorism cooperation with the Great Ottoman/Turkish State. 

Monsieur Poirot also urges the Turkish authorities to contribute beautiful and buxom harem women to the International Red Crotch, and would be delighted if the Turkish authorities allow other International Red Crotch members be trained at harem facilities in Turkey.

The International Red Crotch would like this lady to volunteer her services!

latest news from The Ottoman Press:

Turkey is delighted to hear France's quick response.Besides,the french offers appealed to Turkey.

''Diversity of girls in the International Red Crotch will make this foundation become more colourful.''said TheDiplomat.''There will be girls with black and brown hairs,black eyes not only blonde-hair blue-eye type nurses.This will contribute to the fact that differences always attract more.''

To his epilogue,TheDiplomat added that:''Turkey is ready to spend as much as money required for the train of these girls.I will pay a personal attention to them!.''

Turkish press.

Sultan Zagros returns from exile and takes post as chief of international affairs policy and special advisor to president Diplomat.

.....

Sure, you can join as President of the International Red Crotch.  Threre is, however, a very big requirement: you must be good at searching the internet for pictures of near nude but decent women of all nationalities.  You can be responsible for giving a daily or weekly update on the activities of the IRC.

''Diplomacy without newspapers is like internet without history forum'' TheDiplomat

LE MONDE REPORTS:  uprising in the Ottoman Empire has been stopped in a pecaeful way.TheDiplomat,the new head of the Turkish State,offered  Mr.Emre to take part in the new foundation which aims the trainship of International Red Crotch nurses...Emre,who seemed to be an idealist tough guys gave up his intentions immediately after hearing this offer.

Yes, but he also wishes to be the beylerbeyi of Anatolia. He is delighted with the honorable majesty's new appointment, and he accepts to end all the chaos within the Turkmens of Anatolia with a single "ferman" if he is decided to become the new beylerbeyi of Anatolia, he wishes his name to be changed into "Selcukzade Emre Bey" from Baba Emre. He declares his best wishes to his honorable majesty, the only sultan, the shadow of God on our motherearth's surface, the khan of Turks, and the Kayser-i Rum, Sultan I. Arda Khan...

Plus one nurse for each Turkmen babas following him (there are about 40)...

Not unless you are Catholic.

Originally posted by poirot NO, Spain is a protectorate of Greater France.  But you can be governor of Spain!

Hmmm....a Turkish governor of Spain.  

How would that be received by all those Opus Dei army and navy officers?