Keygen's Alien Crossfire Turns, second thread - Page 5

Reggy · October 19, 2001, 00:27

Preparations for war with the Squids are well underway. We plan to build a few bases close by to provide support for our troops and landing strips for our airforce. One naval battle was fought and won as well.

Turn sent

H0bbes · October 19, 2001, 04:36

Onwards.

Black Sunrise · October 19, 2001, 09:08

Our terriforming corps, already the envy of Planet, is primed to increase by almost 50% in the next 5 years. Recruitment is underway. Apply now! "We can change this world!"

Experienced Rush Builder with at least Masters Degree needed for immediate work. Contact any local Governor.

Scouts needed for safe garrison duty in growing border cities. Help attractive colonist daughters give birth to the future of our world!

Foresters needed for new lumber projects. Contact Governor at Tusk and Claw immediately for assignment.

Keygen · October 20, 2001, 18:53

MY 2234 to Captain Reggy.

Reggy · October 21, 2001, 00:34

We are building a few land and sea bases near the alien land mass and continue to move our military asset into position. It will still be a number of years before any serious offensive can start.

The aliens have kicked their military production into overdrive. At their current rate, they will exceed my army! I have tapped into their datalinks, which should prove useful in any war.

H0bbes · October 21, 2001, 01:54

Onwards once more.

Black Sunrise · October 21, 2001, 04:54

Renegades spotted in the interior. Nearby troops mobilized. Destruction of the mindworm infestastion expected shortly. The sooner we are rid of these damned fungus patches, the better.

Standard broadcast sent.

Keygen · October 21, 2001, 09:16

"Progenitors are building military units in all of their bases, mostly rovers. Their annihilation will be a difficult effort and we will need the aid of all four human factions.

Prime Finction Hobbes, this is an invitation to join the war against the squids and gain some territorial profits.

The University will join the war as well but we need some time for preparations."

Provost Keygen

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MY 2235 to Reggy.

Reggy · October 21, 2001, 11:02

I agree Keygen, we all will need time to prepare. This will be a far more difficult war. In the meantime, I will use my navy to patrol around their continent to protect all our allies from possible invasion.

Reggy · October 21, 2001, 12:05

War preparation continue. Operation "Protective Shield" well underway. Thanks to those allies that have allowed our planes to use their landing strips. This helps us contain the aliens!

turn to Hobbes

H0bbes · October 21, 2001, 18:04

Overtone Song has joined the Hobbit empire.

Turned.

Black Sunrise · October 21, 2001, 19:53

We have destroyed the last "fungal tower" blighting our fair land, and the last unit from operation "Morganic Containment" shall be returning home within another two years.

On the economic front, experiments with tectonics have resulted in controlled earthquakes, granting one of our key cities more agricultural land and protection from the seas.

We are of the belief that our advantages over the Squids grow more numerous the longer we wait, and encourage our brothers to concentrate on ruling the waves, containing the alien menace for now while we prepare. No need to waste your forces in a direct attack, unless you see some clear-cut weakness. Congratulations are in order to the Hobbits, however. Good show!

Move sent on to the Provost.

Reggy · October 23, 2001, 02:08

Again no significant military actions planned until supply bases can be built closer to the Alien land mass. We hope to have a full naval blocade in place soon.

Congrats to the Hobbits, but a word of caution. You are surround by 3 very close alien bases. I have shelled one of the bases to keep their units in, as they do not tend to send out damaged units to attack. I have also sent one of my planes to assist you in attacking any alien units that venture with in range. I have a sea colony heading for the alien's north coast to act as an air base.

Turn sent

H0bbes · October 23, 2001, 16:58

Sank a squid foil & a wandering 3-res Garrison. Planning on taking out the northern base next, then the close one to the south.
Turned to BS.

Black Sunrise · October 23, 2001, 18:42

Enough waiting!
Ecological safeguards dismantled. Government overseers put in place! We will have growth, and we will have it NOW!

Our peoples eagerly await the results of our shift in goals.

Keygen · October 24, 2001, 17:58

"The first successful operations against the squids is a fact. Congratulations to the Cyborgs and the Pirates!"

Provost Keygen

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MY 2237 to Reggy.

Reggy · October 25, 2001, 01:26

Turn to Hobbes

We have landed to powerful units to the north of the alien land mass to divert attention for the Hobbits.

H0bbes · October 25, 2001, 19:01

Energy Nexus will be ours next turn. Onwards.

Black Sunrise · October 25, 2001, 19:54

"Sir! Preliminary reports have come in." Spoke Yang, advisor on national internal security, and spokesman for the New Five Year Plan.

"Yes, councilor?"

"Sir, our population increased last year by 24%. It appears our people respond well to the new decrease in disorder."

"Excellent, councilor. Your Plan appears to be off to a good start. If it continues to accomplish so much, we will have many more areas for you to address. Any other reports?"

"Sir, I have one" spoke up the quiet black man in the immaculate suit.

"Yes, councilor?"

"Sir, I have concerns about our economy. You know that I came here after my recent ... troubles ... because of the obvious strength of your understanding of all matters financial"

"All at this table know both your qualifications, and my own. Get on with it"

"Sir, this economy is a mess. It's Efficiency is horrible, and on such a large empire as our own, the crunch is high. Plus, we have many many bases. Just this year we turned down 10 requests for funding. Next year, I expect that number to be at least 15. Sir, we cannot maintain this 'Plan' for long"

"If I understand it, we will not need to. Fear not, Councilor. Within five years we will turn our Economy back on. After we have gained a decided population advantage."

"If no one has further input? No? Good. I declare this meeting dismissed. Get to work, people, we have an Empire to run!"

[top secret report ends]

Reggy · October 27, 2001, 19:22

Prep, prep, prep and more prep.

Turn to Hobbes

H0bbes · October 28, 2001, 03:11

Energy Nexus has also seen the light. Heading for Great Intertwining next. Onwards.

Hobbes

Black Sunrise · October 28, 2001, 07:40

"Sir, our growth this year was 18%..."

"Indeed, councilor Yang? I thought we could maintain our high rates?" interrupted Morgan with a slight smirk.

Yang gazed coldly at his rival for a moment, then continued. "18%. Slight lower than last years, but still far more significant than any of our rivals. Already we are reaping the benefits of extra people, as our infrastructure..."

"Our infrastructure cannot hold so many people" interrupted Morgan again.

"Damnit, Morgan!" Yang lost his temper, jumping to his feet with a snarl. "With more people to work, we can build up our infrastructure more quickly!"

"Without money to rush our building, we are nowhere!" shouted Morgan, banging his fist upon the table.

The Chairman gazed at the squabbling men for a few moments, then quietly touched his desk. A graph flashed upon the wall behind him.

"As you can see, already our revenue is at 50% of where it was before we implemented the plan, up almost double over last year. Although growth is off, it has not reached its expected plateau. We will continue with the Plan into its third year, while retaining options. Morgan, prepare a dossier on plan Green. We will see whether a switch will benefit us. Meeting adjourned."

Reggy · October 28, 2001, 23:17

We have taken an alien base in the north. More to fall soon. Between Hobbes and our people, we are putting the squeeze on them.

Message for Hobbes: Our forces have eliminated one alien unit near your newly acquired base. We will attempt to move our naval support to your next target in support. Lastly, you are welcome!

H0bbes · October 28, 2001, 23:26

Expansion has been temporarily halted due to the presence of an unexpectedly tough spore launcher. Strategy is being rethought at this moment. Took out our frustrations on a stray probe-team instead.

Hobbes

Black Sunrise · October 29, 2001, 10:04

"17% growth this year" smirked Yang.

WHOOP! WHOOP! WHOOP! YOU HAVE 8 MINUTES TO REACH DESIGNATED WORK POSITIONS!

"&^%%!!!! I thought we had more time! Send the move! Quick! We can still make it if we hurry!"

YOU NOW HAVE 7 MINUTES TO REACH DESIGNATED WORK POSITIONS!

"Run!"

H0bbes · October 30, 2001, 17:37

Great Intertwining is ours.

Reload is the result of a Terran.exe crash for no apparant reason. Was worried because it occurred after all my battles, but the result was almost identical the second time through.

Black Sunrise · October 30, 2001, 18:46

"15% Growth."

"Sir, intelligence reports indicate our neighbors have acquired XXXXX XXXX!"

"Switch to Plan Green. We need cash, and we need it now!"

H0bbes · November 1, 2001, 04:21

Onwards. A period of consolidation.

Black Sunrise · November 1, 2001, 04:35

Let us retain Plan Green for four more years. The cash will aid our expansion.

Reggy · November 1, 2001, 11:48

A copy of my previous email. Please give me feedback on it as I do not want to do this unless all support this.

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SMACX 2241 to Hobbes

To all fellow players. I have an important announcement. I have decided
that I do not want to win this game. One of you will. I will play a
UN role. I will support the just and boycott the unjust. I will attack
directly if attacked (Alien nation the exception)only, but I will not
lead aggression against any fraction. I may choose to provide aid to
a fraction that is in need of it, but may or may not choose to fight
in the war.

I thought this would make the game more interesting as you are all relatively
equal. If this is an offensive stance I will reconsider and play normally.
I am only doing this to make this more fun for all, so if people do not
like this, it would make no sense to do this.

Please let me know if there are any objections. If any one objects I
will revert to the old Reggy and not disclose anyone's objections.

Captain Reggy