Turns of AXT028 game in Apolyton PBEM Tournament - Page 5

cbn · March 5, 2001, 01:51

Turn 2148 passed
(I do play quite differently from stuntman so it was interesting to inherit a position that was so much better than my standard play with respect to some matters and so much worse with respect to others)

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A freak transmission is heard throughout Planet.

Emporer cbn addressed the citzens, " Although there may be some difficult transitions ahead, The Hive shall continue to prosper under new leadership. Obedience to authority will lead to prosperity for all"

The lieutenant stepped in to make the routine announcements. " Mandatory military training will take place at 0600h. Fertilization of all workers numbered F100 to F164 will take place in Annex 12. In other news, the Hive today completed (Classified) and in communications with (Classified) achieved . . . . . TRANSMISSION CENSORED by the Ministry of Communcations.
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Cedronian · March 5, 2001, 17:17

Turn sent to Zaphod.

Ced.

cbn · March 6, 2001, 01:45

2150 to ced

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NEWSFLASH

Emporer cbn today announced the completion of the Merchant Exchange. This project will be instrumental in improving the Hive economy and insiders predict that the additional energy will further strengthen the Emporer's dictatorial regime.

In a prepared statement Emporer cbn indicated that this project was proof that the Hive is focused on peaceful expansion and growth and looks forward to further economic ties with other nations.

John-SJ · March 7, 2001, 00:02

2151 to the Hive...

cbn · March 7, 2001, 00:35

Turn 2151 to the prime function

Cedronian · March 7, 2001, 01:31

Turn sent to Zaphod.

Congratulations cbn on building the Merchant Exchange. The Prime Function is also pleased to hear that the Hive are striving towards peaceful relations with the other factions. This corresponds well with the Prime Functions own intent.

Ced.

John-SJ · March 7, 2001, 21:47

2152 to the Hive...

cbn · March 7, 2001, 22:50

Turn 2152 passed to the cyborgs

Cedronian · March 8, 2001, 01:43

Turn sent the Spartans.

Ced.

Cedronian · March 8, 2001, 08:56

MY2152 sent to the Spartans.

BTW, I really dislike mindworms

Ced.

John-SJ · March 8, 2001, 21:24

2153 to the Hive...

cbn · March 9, 2001, 00:08

2153 to cyborgs

Cedronian · March 9, 2001, 08:32

MY2153 sent to the Spartans.

Ced.

cbn · March 9, 2001, 23:14

2154 played

Important note!!! When I opened the turn I got a notice that an election for governor had been called by Roze (AI). There are some suggested procedures (in other threads) for player initiated elections so players can each have an opportunity to bribe or cajole for votes. In that spirit I am going to post here the election standings at the time I passed the turn.

There were 3 candidates

Zaphod
Cedronian
Stuntman19 (now me --cbn)

The parties with their number of votes votes and voting intention were as follows.

Datajack 10 voting for cedronians Conciousness
Morgan 4 voting for the cbn's Hive
Cha dawn 7 ? voting for Zaphod's Spartans
Hive 14 voting for Hive
Consciousness12 no intent stated
Spartans 12 no intent stated
Pirates 7 no intent stated

So its currently Hive 18, Consciousness 10 and Spartans 7 with 3 big blocs of votes left to go. My "in-character" plea for votes follows.
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" Emporer it is clear that it is a close three way race and that any of you can win this election and with it the benefits of governorship. What shall we do"

Thr emporer replied " we must trust in the intelligence of the other factions. We are the most economically weak faction with a -2 Economy and they must realize that we would gain the least comparative advantage from the trade bonus arising from governor. To allow this commerce bonus to fast researching faction like the cyborgs may leave the rest of us in the technological dust. "

Later that day The Emporer made a planet wide address. " the Hive is committed to peaceful co-existence with other factions and hereby respectfully offers its services to lead the first council of planet. We would submit that it is in other factions self-interest to consider our candidacy as we have neither the economic/research advantages to take disproportionate advantage of increased trade, nor offensive military advantages that may make early infiltration such a dangerous tool. We offer to speak pact or treaty with any faction that would vote in our favor and are willing to consider any trades/terms that may be offered.

Whatever the result of the vote, we seek peaceful coexistence and look forward to continuing friendly relations.
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Cedronian · March 10, 2001, 00:10

Turn sent.

When I got the turn, Cha Dawn had 9 votes, not 7. Just thought that I would update that so that the info is current.

Even though the Hives plea for votes sounds like a good and "neutral" idea, the Prime Function has decided that it is in the best interest for the Cyborg faction to cast their votes for their own leader.

As for the rest of the factions being "left in the dust" tech-wise, I would just like to point out that it is not the Cyborgs who are no. 1 in the tech race

Besides, the Cyborgs gladly share techs with their friends and allies, both present and future.

May the best and ablest (sp?) faction leader win!

Ced.

Zaphod · March 10, 2001, 20:52

At some point during this turn the Spartans were dropped from the docket. I imagine it's because the Consciousness passed us in population. So, it's down to cbn and Cedronian as the candidates.

Because we are situated between both of these factions, and because we would like to remain friendly with BOTH of them, we abstained.

Good luck to you both!

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John-SJ · March 11, 2001, 00:26

NEWS FLASH! Cedronian Elected Planetary Governor!
NEWS FLASH! Cedronian Elected Planetary Governor!
NEWS FLASH! Cedronian Elected Planetary Governor!

In planets first planetwide election Cedronian was elected Governor. May he govern wisely and well, for all of our sakes.

The final vote was:
Zaphod (Spartan) 9
cbn (Hive) 18
Cedronian (Cyborg) 31

Interestingly, when I received the turn Zaphod was back on the slate again. Unfortunately (looks like a possible bug) since Zaphod was not able to vote for himself I found that there were only 2 viable candidates. Due to a distrust of the extreme militarism of the Hive, I cast my vote for the Cyborg. Long live the Governor!

2155 passed to the Hive...

John-SJ

cbn · March 11, 2001, 01:21

2155 passed to the governor
Congrats

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A prepared statement of the emporer was circulated through the airwaves.

Emporere cbn wishes to extend best wishes and congratulations to cedronian on his position as governor as Planet. May we all prosper under the reign of Cedronian.

The emporer is troubled that any faction could "distrust the extreme militarism" of the Hive. Emporer cbn has engaged in no offensive military actions at all and has attempted only to live in peace and harmony. It is feared that these feelings arise from experiences with other emporers on other worlds that bear no relation to the Hive's plans and preferences on this Planet.

Cedronian · March 11, 2001, 10:40

Turn sent to Zaphod.

The Prime Function would like to thank everybody that supported us in the election, and also thank all the faction leaders for their support and kind well-wishes when the outcome was revealed. It´s an honor to govern Planet and we will do our best to promote peace and trade between all the factions. War and aggression has no place in our agenda and we hope that the other faction leaders agree.

Ced.

John-SJ · March 11, 2001, 19:03

quote:

Originally posted by cbn on 03-11-2001 12:21 AM
The emporer is troubled that any faction could "distrust the extreme militarism" of the Hive. Emporer cbn has engaged in no offensive military actions at all and has attempted only to live in peace and harmony. It is feared that these feelings arise from experiences with other emporers on other worlds that bear no relation to the Hive's plans and preferences on this Planet.

Emperor cbn, perhaps you are correct in your assessment that some may have been influenced by other emperors unrelated to yourself. My apologies. I myself am a man of peace, and I welcome friendship with anyone who shares these values.

2156 to cbn...

cbn · March 11, 2001, 20:30

2156 to the guv'ner

cbn · March 11, 2001, 20:32

2156 to the guv'ner

Cedronian · March 12, 2001, 15:27

Turn sent.

Ced.

cbn · March 12, 2001, 22:52

and 2157 back to cedronian once again

Cedronian · March 13, 2001, 10:24

Turn sent.

Ced.

John-SJ · March 13, 2001, 21:43

2158 to cbn of the Hive...

cbn · March 14, 2001, 01:42

2158 to the cyborgs

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An internal Hive transmission has been intercepted and broadcast across Planet.

"I speak to my fellow citizens on the 10th anniversary of ascending to the leadership of the Hive. It has been a period of transition as we moved from the leadership of the beloved stuntman19. It is my belief that a vision of the Hive will lead to prosperity for all."

" The most fundamental policy change was to shift research to an important technology known as Centauri ecology. With this wonderous discovery we have rush-built many "formers". These machines are carrying out neighborhood inprovements to assist in the quality of life and add to our general security. I see the addition of formers to our society as the biggest single accomplishment of the Hive in the past 10 years."

"Although committed to peace we must remain prepared for the hostile acts of others. Diplomatic contact has resulted in peaceful relations with other factions for the most part. We will continue to seek peace with those reluctant factions that continue to ignore overtures of peace. In the meantime, expansion will continue beyond the bands of fungus that surround our lands"

"There are many hard years ahead but with supreme effort each and every part of the Hive will share in the benefits of our success"

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Cedronian · March 14, 2001, 07:38

Turn sent to Zaphod.

Ced.

John-SJ · March 14, 2001, 20:51

2159 to cbn...

BTW, I enjoy your Hive transmissions. They're cool! If the listening posts are constantly manned perhaps we will be able to receive transmissions from other factions as well.

John-SJ

cbn · March 14, 2001, 23:31

Problem with the file -- I have asked for a resend.

John-SJ , thanks-- I enjoy doing a little color and its good to hear that someone (anybody)reads the stuff. And if I give a little something away that aids my opponents-- so what. I don't really expect to win this one anyway. I found it very difficult taking over in the 2140s without even the tech to build a former. Very different than my style (formers are a priority for me). So I said heck with it and I will have a little fun.

I do find it difficult to get in the Hive mindset though-- I mean police state as my political choice !!! I'll keep posting though since I find it adds a bit of flavor to the game experience. The question is when will there be some broadcasts out of the pirates??