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VANARA
Welcome to Jambudvipa!
Well, specifically, Gangaridai, a jungle region in the easternmost part of the subcontinent of Jambudvipa, which is currently under the rule of the semi-native Gurkhani Empire. It's a ~*strange and mystical land*~...well, at least to all of you.
You, the DIPLOMATS, are here from The United Empire, in order to convince the Gurkhani Empire that you are MOST CERTAINLY NOT A THREAT, BUT GREAT AND AMAZING FRIENDS! You're here, of course, for the benefit of both of your nations, so that you may grow and prosper together as allies. Duh.
...Of course, maybe it might just be better to get on the good side of some of the people and local rulers here who are not so friendly towards the ruling Gurkhani class.
The trials that await you and how you handle them will determine the fate of the region, and perhaps the entire nation, in the years to come...
Well, specifically, Gangaridai, a jungle region in the easternmost part of the subcontinent of Jambudvipa, which is currently under the rule of the semi-native Gurkhani Empire. It's a ~*strange and mystical land*~...well, at least to all of you.
You, the DIPLOMATS, are here from The United Empire, in order to convince the Gurkhani Empire that you are MOST CERTAINLY NOT A THREAT, BUT GREAT AND AMAZING FRIENDS! You're here, of course, for the benefit of both of your nations, so that you may grow and prosper together as allies. Duh.
...Of course, maybe it might just be better to get on the good side of some of the people and local rulers here who are not so friendly towards the ruling Gurkhani class.
The trials that await you and how you handle them will determine the fate of the region, and perhaps the entire nation, in the years to come...
RULES
DIPLOMATS - Can CALL IN A FAVOUR from the Imperial Crown.
ROUND ONE
You are, of course, not the first foreigners to arrive on these shores. The United Empire has sent several ships and advance parties already, but the Gurkhani have been less than accepting of them. This time, however, it'll be different.
You've already commandeered an old base camp at the edge of the jungle, and the ship you came on has a wide array of carpentry, mining (including a few sticks of dynamite!), and construction tools, but very little supplies. There's a quarry not too far away, even.
You need to set to work improving the camp to defend it in case you are attacked. Currently, a few natives from a nearby village are watching you and your crew as you prepare.
DISCUSSION
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[they don't sound extremely well-prepared for this mission.]
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[And maybe help them get settled in a little.]
What do you think?
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...Yes. I suppose.
If they attack us.
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If we're definitely going to be attacked. [It might scare them off.] Maybe we shouldn't if we're trying to be friends, though.
[being friends with the people here is their job, right??]
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...Since there's a quarry nearby, maybe we can trade some mining tools for supplies, too? It'd give us an excuse to talk to them more...
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ACTIONS
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Since there's a quarry nearby, we'll try to begin trading some of our excess mining tools for the supplies we lack as we get things set up. We'll also use this as an excuse to talk to them and get to know them.
If anyone attacks us directly, we'll intimidate them by threatening to eat them as we fight them off.
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ROUND TWO
The people here seem to be a lot more okay with you than you'd been expecting -- a talk with the village's ruler should help to figure out why. Other than that, points of interest are the healer, a leper that the villagers consider to be possessed and lives on the outskirts, and some frenzied yelling coming from deeper in the jungle.
DISCUSSION
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Yeah, let's... maybe not talk to that guy. [wouldn't do for them to get ostracized, too.] I guess we can use what we found out earlier to befriend the chief and the healer person?
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...Would it be okay if we tried to figure out how much of a chance these guys have against the emperor, next?
ACTIONS
TURN-IN
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We will use the information we gained earlier from getting to know the people here to our advantage so that we can avoid offending them and leave a positive impression.
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The leper tells a story of a lost temple, sunken deep beneath a lake not too far away that has great riches in it. He tried to take them for himself, but was stricken with the CURSE OF THE DEVAS.
The healer is using a combination of herbs and magic to heal warriors injured in skirmishes with the Gurkhani. He seems pleased with you, and says if you ever require healing or wish to learn the arts, he will be happy to provide it to you.
From the other villagers, you learn various tidbits about their culture. Nothing particularly important, but it helps you to endear yourselves to them.
Do you wish to CONTINUE TO NEXT ROUND or PERFORM MORE ACTIONS?
PERFORM MORE ACTIONS
In whatever free time we have until the next round, we will express earnest interest in and learn The Arts from the healer. If he could use some extra hands to help with random tasks we will try and assist in return for his kindness.
Re: PERFORM MORE ACTIONS
They are not sure if they can win, because while the natives far outnumber the ruling class, many may be scared to fight, initially. And in some parts, there are no issues with the emperor.
However, they feel that regardless, this is a fight they need to fight.
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...are they allowed to put in more actions for this round, or do they have to move on now?]
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ROUND THREE
Do you accept? If not, what do you do?
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Since she asked for our help, we will have a discussion with her about what we can offer her. If she agrees to be good friends with The United Empire, we may be able to call in a favor and assist her somehow in her effort. For example, by helping arm her side with the Crown's assistance, and promising future support as friends once she's in control...
Is she willing to be our Friend?
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We'll also use THE ARTS to assist and the knowledge we've gained of the local culture to win over more natives.
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DISCUSSION
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well.
honestly he'd rather side with the emperor, but there's no guarantee that they can earn his trust and ~friendship~...
ugh. might as well bet on the locals, since at least they probably won't betray us. maybe. hopefully.]
TURN-IN
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oops I was replying in the wrong spot I'm still awake I swear]We will continue to use our knowledge to gain the trust of the locals and encourage them to follow our friend, the local ruler. Her side has strength in numbers, as well as a worthy cause.
We will not be going to the palace.
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The emperor is furious with your decision to decline his invitation, and immediately begins drawing up plans to root you out.
But, well, that's a story for another time.
Proceed to endgame.