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Nicely done! I do like how you have managed to create high drama at a point in most wars when it is usually a matter of tallying the "butcher's bill". I very much agree with your tactic of hunting down all existing French armies and destroying them. The drain on their current manpower power coupled with the inevitable reduction of that manpower through the acquisition of (soon to be former) French provences will make them a less fearsome foe during future encounters. KUTGW!
I doubt it, France is on the ropes and will soon admit it in peace negotiations, I'm trusting. Hang tight! 
Just as it seemed like you were getting the upper hand the French decides to start fighting back. I still think you can keep your superiority in the field, but then you will need some luck as some of those sieges needs to be won quickly and then the cities must be defended for such a long time period that you can send your armies there to crush the French forces as soon as possible. I still think you can win this, but you will need to push even more forces into the important battles and you need to take Paris as soon as possible, because with Paris in your hands you have a very good card to play against the evil Louis…
It seems like their last attempt to get a stalemate in this war. Unfortunately they do not have the resources for it, considering your progress in the two fronts as well as your behind-the-lines army.
This might prolong the war for few months, but that's about it.
This might prolong the war for few months, but that's about it.
Good work and a nice demonstration that you win wars by smashing the enemy's army.
Manpower situation looks interesting - you seem to have built quite a lot of troops judging by the screenshots - I imagine your reinforcement need is fairly large as well.
Also, how are you doing for War Exhaustion at this point?
Manpower situation looks interesting - you seem to have built quite a lot of troops judging by the screenshots - I imagine your reinforcement need is fairly large as well.
Also, how are you doing for War Exhaustion at this point?
Overall they get weakened. Surely they have the occasional tactical advantage but strategic advantage remains yours. This mostly due to the losses sustained by the French and the fighting all over their territory.
Another update and another 5k manpower gone. Still, France has got to be hurting worse than you are. I'm convinced winning this was is simply a matter of time and an exercise of patience. No, what worries me is the next war. Which, depending on the peace settlement with France, could be sooner rather than later.
The French ability to break to through both north and south is worrying and costly. It is, I think, the last gasp. A last effort before they cave in.
My apologies for no feedback recently!
My latest attempt (this morning) got zorched by some computer misstep, so I lost what I'd written (copy & paste complexities... ).
But I'll try to do either feedback today, or an update, or both...
Renss
My latest attempt (this morning) got zorched by some computer misstep, so I lost what I'd written (copy & paste complexities...
).But I'll try to do either feedback today, or an update, or both...
Renss
You are having great success, but I wonder if you are overreaching yourself. Though you are destroying French regiments left and right, they still seem to be able to throw alot of troops at you, and are counterattacking in the south. Now, granted, that was an insulting offer they gave you, but have you made any peace proposals as of yet? Or are you going for the big kill?
Rensslaer: ...Finally, at the beginning of February, 1577, the first French city falls – Hannover...
you need to think of Hannover as a Milanese city ! !
Rensslaer: ...And in the south, the French seem to be making a comeback, too! Rousillon teeters in the balance...Our attempt to break the siege at Roussillon fails...
Rensslaer: ...Will the Empire lose the advantages it seemed to have gained???
only temporarily ! !
magnificent updates ! !
you need to think of Hannover as a Milanese city ! !
Rensslaer: ...And in the south, the French seem to be making a comeback, too! Rousillon teeters in the balance...Our attempt to break the siege at Roussillon fails...
Rensslaer: ...Will the Empire lose the advantages it seemed to have gained???
only temporarily ! !
magnificent updates ! !
Olaus! Great to see you back! Sorry I've updated so much since you last checked... Must be quite a reading project!Olaus Petrus said:
Thank you, ElecWaves, and welcome!Elecwaves said:Good progress. As always, there was little piece of me that was hoping you'd get your just desserts for your unacceptable behaviour towards other nations.
Then the bigger piece of me smashes that one into submission to cheer you on! haha Great AAR, I may have posted once but I forget, I usually hide in the shadows... couldn't resist posting first after an update though
I've been disappointed by the AI's ability to coordinate in defense of its capital. Generally, if their troops are in foreign territory, they won't give up on their mission even to protect the capital. That reduces the challenge, somewhat, but they do still have plenty of units nearby with which to contend with me.Chief Ragusa said:
Welcome, Riptide! Badboy IS an issue, but I'm not inclined to go away quietly. I will make them pay, and I'd prefer they pay me!Riptide said:
Yes, I'm sure. In two wars, now, with France, this has been part of my strategy -- to cost them as much as I can, economically.FlorisDeVijfde said:
Very well said -- thank you!WhisperingDeath said:
Indeed -- a critical aspect of the game. I'm not sure on war exhaustion. I am seeing quite a few revolts, so it's not low!PrawnStar said:
Quite right, on all counts!Evangelion said:This has certainly been an interesting war. You have had numerous wars in the past, but this time your opponent has really given you a run for your money
Now, if Austria, Spain or Poland went around and DOW'd you, then things would get REALLY interesting...
Thanks, everybody! Sorry it took so long to respond with feedback. GermanPeon, and I think maybe some other folks I didn't get to respond directly to you, but I appreciate your readership and comments!!!
Update follows, immediately!
Rensslaer
The middle of May saw two victories over rebels, and success in holding off French attacks upon the siege at Paris (Ile-de-France).
Heavy combat still raged in Lippe, as well as in Nassau. French-held Germany was a cauldron.
Ultimately, Gen. Ghislieri was forced to give up his attempt to re-take Lippe before the new French garrison could be adequately reinforced. An Imperial victory at Nassau tempered that defeat.
Gen. Carafa continued to burn the French countryside, north of Paris.
Imperial reinforcements hurried toward Gen. Caracciolo’s relief effort at Roussillon, as two more southern French cities (Saintonge and Rouerge) suffered the middle-throes of their own desperate sieges.
The region of the Ile de France had grown strangely quiet, as there were not enough troops to mount an assault, and Gen. Carafa’s endeavors in northern France were keeping the enemy occupied.
It did seem to some observers, however, that the French had successfully consolidated their forces, and that Carafa could not hope for a clear victory. This presented a challenge to the siege of Paris.
At the beginning of July, Sienese infantry arrived at Rouerge, and an assault was ordered, to take the city once and for all, and add it to the victory at Saintonge.
After 3 weeks of struggle in Picardie, Carafa was still unable to bring Marshal des Herbiers to decision there. It was also becoming apparent that Paris was too well-stocked to be taken down by anything but an assault.
Word of two excellent victories, however – at Roussillon and Nassau – did brighten peoples’ moods.
But they would not remain bright…
Poland decided that, with the Empire bloodied and at its extremity, this would be a good time to intervene, and try to re-take some of the German lands they had lost to Milan.
Urgent measures were called for, and it was decided to press for peace even before the reduction of Paris was accomplished. This might result in a less satisfying settlement, but it could not be helped.
Fortunately, in the eyes of many, Milan was spared from the consequences of its own desperation. The French were unwilling to give up 3 provinces in return for peace.
Intense competition continued, across the French countryside. Beleaguered and below-strength, two regiments of Frenchmen were defeated at Metz. And another couple of regiments laid down their arms at Poitou.
In the south, Rouerge finally fell…
And, meanwhile, Gen. Carafa led an assault force against the walls of the French capital…
Heavy combat still raged in Lippe, as well as in Nassau. French-held Germany was a cauldron.
Ultimately, Gen. Ghislieri was forced to give up his attempt to re-take Lippe before the new French garrison could be adequately reinforced. An Imperial victory at Nassau tempered that defeat.
Gen. Carafa continued to burn the French countryside, north of Paris.
Imperial reinforcements hurried toward Gen. Caracciolo’s relief effort at Roussillon, as two more southern French cities (Saintonge and Rouerge) suffered the middle-throes of their own desperate sieges.
The region of the Ile de France had grown strangely quiet, as there were not enough troops to mount an assault, and Gen. Carafa’s endeavors in northern France were keeping the enemy occupied.
It did seem to some observers, however, that the French had successfully consolidated their forces, and that Carafa could not hope for a clear victory. This presented a challenge to the siege of Paris.
At the beginning of July, Sienese infantry arrived at Rouerge, and an assault was ordered, to take the city once and for all, and add it to the victory at Saintonge.
After 3 weeks of struggle in Picardie, Carafa was still unable to bring Marshal des Herbiers to decision there. It was also becoming apparent that Paris was too well-stocked to be taken down by anything but an assault.
Word of two excellent victories, however – at Roussillon and Nassau – did brighten peoples’ moods.
But they would not remain bright…
Poland decided that, with the Empire bloodied and at its extremity, this would be a good time to intervene, and try to re-take some of the German lands they had lost to Milan.
Urgent measures were called for, and it was decided to press for peace even before the reduction of Paris was accomplished. This might result in a less satisfying settlement, but it could not be helped.
Fortunately, in the eyes of many, Milan was spared from the consequences of its own desperation. The French were unwilling to give up 3 provinces in return for peace.
Intense competition continued, across the French countryside. Beleaguered and below-strength, two regiments of Frenchmen were defeated at Metz. And another couple of regiments laid down their arms at Poitou.
In the south, Rouerge finally fell…
And, meanwhile, Gen. Carafa led an assault force against the walls of the French capital…
More!! There must be more! Wait...Renns is still on-line....maybe more will come.... !
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Yarr, this is not looking good. I doubt you would be able to force France to peace before Poland so you may want to go after the Poles first.
Poland attacks, England breaks their alliance with you and France refuses peace. The next few months will likely be difficult as I imagine your armies are poorly placed to deal with the opening of a new front, focused as they are finishing off France. My concern is that and English DoW will follow, especially if you gorge yourself on French land in the peace deal and drive up your BB score some more. Remember that you have to walk softly as well as carrying a big stick. The stick you've got; now's a good time for Milan to practice on tip toes.
Or don't and just slaughter your enemies. I don't really care because I'm sure you'll make it entertaining either way.
Or don't and just slaughter your enemies. I don't really care because I'm sure you'll make it entertaining either way.
Gah! Poland, that's not good. Another enemy at your back, and after you got Mecklenburg and Portugal out of the war. You might have to settle for one province and try again later.