A cliffhanger? Surely not
If you do successfully upgrade to 1.3 be aware, very aware, that AI armies are a little bit bigger than previous patches.
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A cliffhanger? Surely not
If you do successfully upgrade to 1.3 be aware, very aware, that AI armies are a little bit bigger than previous patches.
Chief Ragusa said:
You don't have to explain me who the Old Prussians are, but all inhabitants of the province can be called Prussians. It just annoys me that people always when they speak about Brandenburg-Prussia, remember the Electorate of Brandenburg, but mostly ignore the Duchy of Prussia. Before Kingdom of Prussia electorate and duchy were in personal union and at that context Prussia refers only to Prussian part, not to Brandenburg. Only after 1701 you can refer to Brandenburg as part of Prussia.
But maybe we should end this dispute, before it annoys Renss.
Indeed, please do. Especially since it has absolutely nothing to do with his AAR.Olaus Petrus said:
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Be careful when trying the full reinstall, Renss. I'd hate to sacrifice this game/AAR just to upgrade, even though I think you'd enjoy the new features. Any chance of throwing NA on top of all that?
And Portugal don't know what's coming, the crazy, crazy fools!
Okay... NOW you guys tell me to be careful on the reinstall....
Actually, I've not tested the full reinstall, other than loading an old savegame to see if it takes it (which it did), but as far as I can tell everything went fine.
I'd love to throw NA in, too, but I don't have a non-beta version of it. I've played the NA beta some, and really like it, but haven't the funds to purchase one yet.
As for the discussion about Prussia, I found it rather amusing, entertaining, and educational -- I don't know that much about Prussia pre-1806. It was kind of like a kid-gloves version of OT, with young intellectuals in tweed coats taking turns at the lectern, rather than the tripping and scratching-at-eyes that is OT.
But I will defer to Coz' authority on the matter.
Feedback later... have to get to work!
Rensslaer
Actually, I've not tested the full reinstall, other than loading an old savegame to see if it takes it (which it did), but as far as I can tell everything went fine.
I'd love to throw NA in, too, but I don't have a non-beta version of it. I've played the NA beta some, and really like it, but haven't the funds to purchase one yet.
As for the discussion about Prussia, I found it rather amusing, entertaining, and educational -- I don't know that much about Prussia pre-1806. It was kind of like a kid-gloves version of OT, with young intellectuals in tweed coats taking turns at the lectern, rather than the tripping and scratching-at-eyes that is OT.
But I will defer to Coz' authority on the matter.
Feedback later... have to get to work!
Rensslaer
Yes, they are MUCH bigger. I wouldnt worry about it too much, as you seem to have a habit of maintaining large armies as it is. Its important to be aware of though.PrawnStar said:A cliffhanger? Surely not
If you do successfully upgrade to 1.3 be aware, very aware, that AI armies are a little bit bigger than previous patches.
Castille and Portugal aren't very formidable, and the geographically removed position of England precludes any serious threat from them, though they could harass your colonies I suppose. Austria should've taken this oppertunity to stab you hard and deep before you end up doing it to them.
And I'll echo calls to preserve your game first and foremost over upgrading. We want this AAR to continue, the version itself isn't nearly as important as your very entertaining writing.
And I'll echo calls to preserve your game first and foremost over upgrading. We want this AAR to continue, the version itself isn't nearly as important as your very entertaining writing.
I wasn't aware that I was having a dispute with Olaus Petrus. I assumed he knew exactly what I was talking about. He didn't walk into my obvious faux-pas and I'm not going to walk into his. The Great Elector died in 1688, so he'd have a hard time being the first King of Prussia. Irony leads to strange places! I will defer to coz1's authority.
There is a point about minorities not covered by the game. They can become accepted cultures or core territories. There is a lack of a permanent minority, a culture that clings to its old ways and do't care to become an accepted culture or become a core of the owning state.
Bremen has divided the enemy's attention time and time again. It's more than paid for its costs of ownership. It probably helps that the ai is so cavalier about stability.
I'm surprised, Rensslaer, that you're going to have to buy NA. I'd sort of assumed that Paradox would have wanted you to update the Strategy Guide for all those NA owners who have the Collectors Edition.
Hope the mod takes. It would be a major disappointment were this AAR to be ended.
There is a point about minorities not covered by the game. They can become accepted cultures or core territories. There is a lack of a permanent minority, a culture that clings to its old ways and do't care to become an accepted culture or become a core of the owning state.
Bremen has divided the enemy's attention time and time again. It's more than paid for its costs of ownership. It probably helps that the ai is so cavalier about stability.
I'm surprised, Rensslaer, that you're going to have to buy NA. I'd sort of assumed that Paradox would have wanted you to update the Strategy Guide for all those NA owners who have the Collectors Edition.
Hope the mod takes. It would be a major disappointment were this AAR to be ended.
Taking the initiative, Milanese forces based in Morocco make an immediate move to seize the Portuguese-controlled province of Tangier, which controls one side of the Straits of Gibraltar, an obvious crossing point for troops of whichever side controls the straits.
But the Portuguese are just as quick, advancing upon Andalucia, and catching our defenders there before they can prepare an adequate defense (I think I had my military maintenance down, and the troops’ morale hadn’t improved sufficiently to hold off the attack).
Milan begins taking serious losses, before Gen. Alessandro realized his hopeless situation and retreated, leaving the rich trading capital to be besieged by the Portuguese.
The Castilians, meanwhile, also wasted no time in attacking against Aragon. Finding no defenders outside the walls, and having sufficient force, they immediately mounted an assault against the city itself!
Ultimately, the siege was unsuccessful – Aragon stands. Which is nice, because we have four regiments close in pursuit as they retire toward Castille!
In Andalucia, Gen. Alessandro quickly returned, hoping to throw the Portuguese out before too much damage has been done.
In Morocco, the battle at Tangier was finally won in August, when Gen. Pico prevailed over the Portuguese, who retreated south. Pico left a force of infantry and artillery to enact a siege, and followed with the remainder of his army.
But in Andalucia, the battle had been even money since it began 3 weeks prior. It seemed possible that Gen. Alessandro had gathered enough defenders to hold off Portuguese King Manuel. But on the 21st, it became apparent that the tide had turned. Reluctantly, Alessandro ordered a strategic retreat.
Fortunately, they leave behind a garrison of 2,000, with a strong fort, and Manuel’s army is spent, for now.
We decided that this was as good a time as any to lose a point of stability, and in return improve the quality of our military forces. That 2% improvement to our army morale might come in handy. We’ll make up that stability point in about a year and a half.
In South America, we’re playing tag with the Castilians. We lose our colony at Caracas, and the troops (who had won a previous attempt to dislodge them) march away. They’ll take control of the territory they move to.
We’re already taking land in the west, and another regiment is about to be landed in that area to team up with them.
But the Portuguese are just as quick, advancing upon Andalucia, and catching our defenders there before they can prepare an adequate defense (I think I had my military maintenance down, and the troops’ morale hadn’t improved sufficiently to hold off the attack).
Milan begins taking serious losses, before Gen. Alessandro realized his hopeless situation and retreated, leaving the rich trading capital to be besieged by the Portuguese.
The Castilians, meanwhile, also wasted no time in attacking against Aragon. Finding no defenders outside the walls, and having sufficient force, they immediately mounted an assault against the city itself!
Ultimately, the siege was unsuccessful – Aragon stands. Which is nice, because we have four regiments close in pursuit as they retire toward Castille!
In Andalucia, Gen. Alessandro quickly returned, hoping to throw the Portuguese out before too much damage has been done.
In Morocco, the battle at Tangier was finally won in August, when Gen. Pico prevailed over the Portuguese, who retreated south. Pico left a force of infantry and artillery to enact a siege, and followed with the remainder of his army.
But in Andalucia, the battle had been even money since it began 3 weeks prior. It seemed possible that Gen. Alessandro had gathered enough defenders to hold off Portuguese King Manuel. But on the 21st, it became apparent that the tide had turned. Reluctantly, Alessandro ordered a strategic retreat.
Fortunately, they leave behind a garrison of 2,000, with a strong fort, and Manuel’s army is spent, for now.
We decided that this was as good a time as any to lose a point of stability, and in return improve the quality of our military forces. That 2% improvement to our army morale might come in handy. We’ll make up that stability point in about a year and a half.
In South America, we’re playing tag with the Castilians. We lose our colony at Caracas, and the troops (who had won a previous attempt to dislodge them) march away. They’ll take control of the territory they move to.
We’re already taking land in the west, and another regiment is about to be landed in that area to team up with them.
This is shaping up to be a real dozy lets see what the future holds for Milan in the Iberian Peninsula, Africa, and the colonies in the Americas. Good luck
Sorry I couldn't catch your AIM last night -- in a hurry to get to Oktoberfest!Terraferma said:
Renss
Your going to Europe? Hope you enjoy our little continent.
Let's hope your other neigbours don't decide to pay Milan a visite in the meantime
Let's hope your other neigbours don't decide to pay Milan a visite in the meantime
I think Castile will regret this war far more than Portugal in the end. They'll certainly end up losing more, for sure.
If Milan can secure the sea, yes Milan will be victorious. If it trails badly in the naval department, no victory.
Thank you, MonkeyMon! I am proud to have had an influence! Welcome!TheMonkeyMon said:
We need to start a thread to record every time a reader says they bought a Paradox game because he read an AAR! It would very quickly draw attention to the benefit of these AAR boards.Terraferma said:
Yeah, I've thought about this, before, and made decisions based on this presumption.VILenin said:
Yes, I was waiting for this with Barcelona! Now I can build ships at my nice, new shipyard! The one war raging was in India -- Vijayputramanian versus Bagharrastastan or something... Portugal and Castille have 3-4 cities in South America, and the rest are colonies.Chief Ragusa said:
I didn't realize this was peculiar to 1.1 . Yes, as you've seen, I tried to change versions, but the first try didn't take. Now, I've finally got it switched over.germanpeon said:
Yup! That's a cool avatar you have, Lordban... What is it? Noticed you reading Fire Warms, too. I hope you enjoy it! I get into a lot of French stuff over there, with a particular concentration on Louis Napoleon's personality, and a military and political figure (imaginary) named Chapelle. Besides that, probably the most famous scene in event in the AAR (the one which hooked more people than any other) related to a war with France that I almost... Well, I'll let you read it.Lordban said:
I hope you have a good time! What's the trip for?WhisperingDeath said:
Indeed! As you now see, you're correct!Olaus Petrus said:
Milan has certain... goals, as is quite natural. Thankfully, our neighbors are happy to oblige in honoring those goals for us!TheExecuter said:
That would be nice!M4 Emperior said:
Ahh... quite nice! I've never colonized heavily down there. Betatesting has a certain frenetic quality to it, for me, since I can't play whole centuries in a day like some people seem to be able to.coz1 said:Nice work in Gibralter and especially colonizing the Cape. The added benefit there...there's gold in them there hills to the north. Go and seek, young man, and you shall find great untold riches...well, I guess not "untold" since I just told you.
Glad to be of service! If I haven't welcomed you before, then Welcome!Toshan said:
More feedback later... Just wanted to get some out of the way.
Rensslaer
Remember that force that was descending upon Aragon, to wreak vengeance against the Castilians who had the temerity to attack our fortress, and then lose?
Unfortunately, Gen. Aldini’s (our new general) force was badly mauled, probably because they were outnumbered. They are retreating. Thankfully, there remains no immediate danger to Aragon.
In Morocco, Gen. Pico has caught up with the Portuguese. They’ve lured him into a trap, of sorts (rotten die roll!), and the ambush has cost us some soldiers, but within a week, Pico was able to defeat the Portuguese again.
He left another siege force, and proceeded on with his remainder, hoping to repeat the process a third time.
Another army, from Tlemcen originally (having taken a while to arrive), attacked Fez. Ideally, all of Morocco would soon be occupied, and there would be nowhere for them to run.
The Castilians, from the beginning of the war, had been sending small regiments to attack our 4,000 troops in Toledo. None of them was ever able to make any progress, as they were overwhelmingly outnumbered. After the third of these battles, each of which cost the Castilians a couple hundred in losses, the Toledo garrison chose to move forward against Madrid, hoping to catch the defenders in disarray.
In South America, again, our two regiments have teamed up and attacked the Spanish at Magdalena. It seems like they might have success (I think one of the units must have just arrived from Caracas, and isn’t ready for combat). Elsewhere, our force which was kicked out of the colony at Caracas actually defeated a regiment of about twice its size! He takes control of Cumana, and then heads back to re-take control of vacant Caracas.
Aren’t colonial battles fun!
Unfortunately, Gen. Aldini’s (our new general) force was badly mauled, probably because they were outnumbered. They are retreating. Thankfully, there remains no immediate danger to Aragon.
In Morocco, Gen. Pico has caught up with the Portuguese. They’ve lured him into a trap, of sorts (rotten die roll!), and the ambush has cost us some soldiers, but within a week, Pico was able to defeat the Portuguese again.
He left another siege force, and proceeded on with his remainder, hoping to repeat the process a third time.
Another army, from Tlemcen originally (having taken a while to arrive), attacked Fez. Ideally, all of Morocco would soon be occupied, and there would be nowhere for them to run.
The Castilians, from the beginning of the war, had been sending small regiments to attack our 4,000 troops in Toledo. None of them was ever able to make any progress, as they were overwhelmingly outnumbered. After the third of these battles, each of which cost the Castilians a couple hundred in losses, the Toledo garrison chose to move forward against Madrid, hoping to catch the defenders in disarray.
In South America, again, our two regiments have teamed up and attacked the Spanish at Magdalena. It seems like they might have success (I think one of the units must have just arrived from Caracas, and isn’t ready for combat). Elsewhere, our force which was kicked out of the colony at Caracas actually defeated a regiment of about twice its size! He takes control of Cumana, and then heads back to re-take control of vacant Caracas.
Aren’t colonial battles fun!