EDIT-Heres a list of the people interested, Updated as I get time. At the moment there are about 22 interested people not counting me and Agentdark.
Moderators
Beefybot
Agentdark
Interested people
Sir Blakely
Solace? (I couldn't tell if you wanted to play)
D24478667
-grappler12-no preference
sorryguy
-swinkee- no preference
-Turbulentdirge- no prefernece
-StevieT92- no preference
-dazbog_eaterofsouls- no prefernce
-The Fallen Evincar
-Ijossberir-no preference
-mr.anus-nor prefernce
-crippled fist-in a month
-Fayul
-Powerhead33
-Blitzkreigbob
-Shockey198
-wbb1
-uncle istavan
-Hungry Dwarf
-Salubrious
-nan
Alright I'll start by saying that i probably wouldn't be able to set this up myself and am more looking to inspire someone with an out-of-the-box type of world project.
There is no set path for this WP, the world is at war and all the players are divided among warring nations set in either Europe or on a global scale. Each has certain goals, that could be either offensive (like: capture Berlin) or defensive (like: build a great wall around your country or something)
If possible each country should have a thread that only those members can see(along with the moderators, who would be able to update them on any nessecary changes or surprise events), to provide the utmost element of surprise (plus it would bug the heck out of other countries, what are they planning over there?)
As for rules, anything is allowed, if they can get someone to defect or pass secret information along, so be it.Alliances are encouraged and would only be a benefit. Also private messages would be utilized to the highest degree in this.
As for combat each nation could issue demands to other nations, or invade where a battle, like a normal WP thread would take place. The losing nation would then be merged with the allied nation, creating a larger team that could work together as a stronger team (although a defeated nation is signifigantly weaker, they would have access to resources etc.) defeated nations would still be able to plot a rebellion (althought they would be very weak and have a big disadvantage) or call in help from other nations.
The goal of the game is domination or surrender. I have more ideas for specefics, do you want to hear more.
also is anyone so interested that they would be willing to help me run this (preferably someone whos really good with WP's)
Nice idea... but, you'll need like 30 people to join, and you'll have to hold their intrest for... well, about as long as I tried to, and failed miserably.
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sounds cool. i go in for the collo a lot between rumr seasons, as nothing to do. Ill probably do.:) thing is, every country can eradicate a diffy one causa nukes
Alright now thats there some interst I'll try and explain what i plan to do.
This would be a much more politcal game that lets you basically run your country in a WWII esque setting (that means no nukes until the end) although not directly linked to any war so we can do whatever we want. Your goal would be to invade other countried gaining economic and millitary power until you are the only dominant country.
The setting I was thinking would be Europe 10 to 15 years in the future. Economic recession has brought europe back to a WW2 like enviornment, where mass invasions still occur (instead of just missles) and war will probably drag on for awhile. America wont be involved bacause they're currently involved in civil war.
The basis of the game is SIMPLE managment of resources and such into your country. At the beginning of each week all the economic stuff would happen, then the rest of the week is spent in combat and or politics.
Each week a country can reevaluate where it wants to put its spending into. (This is a starting list, it may be revised) Although this may get to sounding like a lot of work it will attempt to be very easy to manage, as you put x into this, y happens.
Each country will have 2-3 cities or areas where resources and wealth are produced. They will also have 2 or 3 trading partners to begin with. This is just a starting ground for the first week, after that they can embargo countries, create allies, mass trade, whatever.
Public works is the money that goes into making your people happy. The amount you put in will determine how happy they are (shown in a percentage) if this is too low, they will rebel, which means your industry and army will lessen (like a quarter for each week they’re not happy) and eventually you will be kicked out of office. (This can be stopped if all or a majority of you military is in your home country.) Basically your territory will be up for grabs for whatever nation wants to grab it. You will then either be gone out of the game for good or be a subordinate member of the new nation. Military Support is what goes into the active military and may play a part in you overall citizen satisfaction along with how easy your military is to defeat.
Industry- the more you put into this, the more you make. This also makes you a beautiful target.
Weapons research- This affects how easy your military is to defeat. Higher up the weapons research ladder there will also be missiles and finally the atomic bomb which make putting money into this all that more attractive. Strengthens your military.
Power buildup- This is putting all that research into practical terms. As in that atomic bomb takes money to design and build. This may be merged with military support.
Special projects- This is when you build that wall or that hydro powered dam to add more money to your economy. Different projects will be available to different nations.
Where your money comes from: Each country will have 2 or 3 industries (although some may have only 1 really good one) each week you have so much of each product which you can instantly turn into cash for spending, or trade for other items. Each product will have benefits too. Each industry will also be based in a city which means an invading country can take just that city to reap the economic benefits.
Taxing- you get so much from the people each week (and you thought we had it bad) you can tax them as much as you want although if it’s too high, satisfaction will go down.
Other countries- If you control another country, you control all their cash!
Industry Product benefits (rough)
Steel- counts as double towards industry spending.
Agriculture- Counts as double towards satisfaction (people like to eat)
Scientific stuff- Counts double towards research.
Precious metals- (gold, silver) rarest industry, counts double spending on all things.
Forestry- Counts double towards public works.
Im also working out how your government will affect the game. (for instance, you the government, would have more control in a communist country, while a capitalist country will have trouble oppressing rebellion because there is that nasty old freedom of speech.)
As for the players, whoever moderates this will be in the united nations (everyone starts in this) and be an active part of the game, while being able to moderate whats going on. All the starting players will be divided into teams of 2 or 3 (depending on how many sign up) and be assinged one of the major countries. then the war will begin. Players who want to join after will be given other countries, not currently controlled. If we run out of countries, the teams get bigger. If you country is invaded or conquered you will either be out of the game for good, or be a subordiante member of the conquering nation.
Are there any questions or ideas that should be clarified?
Also still looking for someone to help me on this, you will still get to play. The only qualification is that you know somewhat how to start a WP, have some free time and would be willing to manage some minor stuff. I dont know much about the colliseum so i need help.
This has been edited due to rules changes. For updated rules check back soon.
I will help on this, Beefybot if you really want to do this PM me.
I know alot about military matters.
And I have the perfect thing to base it on.
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Agentdark, I already sent you a PM but so everyone else knows, Agentdark will be the guy helping me on this. I'll update later when more has been figured out.
Sorry to double post but im bumping this so people know where we stand.
Me and agentdark are currently working out the fine details of this. As of right now it looks like it will be set in asia and the Middle East. The economics have also been greatly simplified. Battles and invasions are also looking like they will be easy and alot of fun. Post if you are interested in joining this, right now it looks like basically any number of people could join this although a starting point of 20 to 30 people would be awesome. it looks like everyone will be paired up in teams of 2 to start. Keep an eye out for when the official signup comes up because players who start when the game starts will have an advntage over those who come in later. (and yes you'll be allowed to come in at any point during the game)
Just a question that hit me not too long ago: Will there only be nations that are available for players, or will terrorist cells/progressive elements be available?
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I am with swinkee here. I would really love to play this game, but I would not want to control a nation and much prefer character roleplaying. If I were to be a Lieutenant (hinting at making that option available) I would definately play and become an active participant.
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I was thinking of having terrorist cells and other such groups, and just have not gotten around to discussing it with Agentdark yet. They may be in. As for Dirges question each player would be paired up with someone else to control a ntion. Dont worry the economics are very simple and are now ONLY focused around the military. If the thought of managing a bunch of economic stuff is hindering you from wanting to play, your wrong and should play.
As for the roleplaying each person will probably become a leader or lietuenent or something that they will roleplay when talking with other nations in places like the U.N. Hopefully everyone will take this opportunity to create deep personable leaders who will come to life in the game. The actual battles will also be heavy in roleplaying as you and another nation battle it out with between 10-100 soldiers broken into 10 man platoons on a map. The way we're doing it it will be different from a usual you control one person WP. It will be different but still very fun. If your on the fence about this at least give it a try. I hope I answered some of your questions.
Here is the improved economic aspects of the game. This is much simpler and only focuses on the combat aspect of a nation.
Improved economic Stuff-
Each country has a net income from industry each week. Parts of the total income may come from different areas in the country, allowing another country to invade and only take a specific area just to get the money.
You can spend your money on one of several things.
Military Research- This improves your military and gives you different combat options. Industry- The more you invest in Industry the more your net income will be.
Military support- the more you invest in this the more bonuses your military will get in combat during the week.
Military campaigns- It takes money to invade, bomb or attack countries.
All money will be spent in $100,000 dollar increments.
Millitary research will cover a number of things most likely including...
-Bombers
-Missles (gravity bombs, ballistics and cruise missiles)
-Submarines
-Tanks
-Specialized Troop training (urban combat, jungle combat, sniper training, RPG training)
-The Atomic Program
This list may get expanded in the future. Me and Agentdark are currently working on the research aspects of the game.
A question- If you were to play this game, what would you be looking to be able to do as a terrorist organization or organized crime group. How would you set this up. I haven't talked to Agentdark about this yet, and I'm lost as to what to do. Any ideas?
That was the jist of what i was thinking. The only problem is what would be the effect of those attacks. We elimiated the Citizen Satisfaction because it was way too much work. Each nation will have 1-3 battle maps, which right now are only used in battle, so there is no real spot to attack unlesss you do it right in the middle of battle. I was thinking that these organizations might spend money to steal other nations goods, such as missiles and information. (basically free research) This way they could sell them to other nations for a cheaper price. Terrorist Attacks would be really good aspect if we could find an appropriate way to handle these attacks and their effects. Is this making any sence?
That was the jist of what i was thinking. The only problem is what would be the effect of those attacks. We elimiated the Citizen Satisfaction because it was way too much work. Each nation will have 1-3 battle maps, which right now are only used in battle, so there is no real spot to attack unlesss you do it right in the middle of battle. I was thinking that these organizations might spend money to steal other nations goods, such as missiles and information. (basically free research) This way they could sell them to other nations for a cheaper price. Terrorist Attacks would be really good aspect if we could find an appropriate way to handle these attacks and their effects. Is this making any sence?
Yes, so the terrprists would be able to steal other nations reasearch and such, and be able to sell it to their allies. And their is no way yet to be able to use terrorist attacks in a functional way. But maybe terrorist attacks would stop all research and battles for that nation for the day.
At the moment it looks like there will be no terrorist groups or organized crime groups. They just would not be ablke to deliver the impact they deserve in the current game. If there is a sequal to this, they may be in.
We do not yet have WP confrimation, but we are nearing completion on the nesecary info such as country info, research ladder, general rules etc. Because of this we are going to see just how many people would participate in this game. Each nation will comprise of 2 people, so if you wish to request a partner make sure both of you post here. If you do not care who your partner is, please state so. If you have alreay said you want to play, please just give us another post to confirm that. Until then you get to be on the interested list. If you have no plans of participating do not post here please. if you are unsure, please post saying you are undecided and why? (we may be able to convince you to play) If you have any questions about how this game will work, please ask them. remember coliseum experience is NOT a requirement, as this game will operate very differently from a normal WP.
Moderators
Beefybot
Agentdark
Interested people
Sir Blakely
Solace? (I couldn't tell if you wanted to play)
D24478667
-grappler12-no preference
sorryguy
-swinkee- no preference
-Turbulentdirge- no prefernece
-StevieT92- no preference
-dazbog_eaterofsouls- no prefernce
-The Fallen Evincar
-Ijossberir-no preference
-mr.anus-nor prefernce
-crippled fist-in a month
-Fayul
-Powerhead33
-Blitzkreigbob
-Shockey198
Moderators
Beefybot
Agentdark
Interested people
Sir Blakely
Solace? (I couldn't tell if you wanted to play)
D24478667
-grappler12-no preference
sorryguy
-swinkee- no preference
-Turbulentdirge- no prefernece
-StevieT92- no preference
-dazbog_eaterofsouls- no prefernce
-The Fallen Evincar
-Ijossberir-no preference
-mr.anus-nor prefernce
-crippled fist-in a month
-Fayul
-Powerhead33
-Blitzkreigbob
-Shockey198
-wbb1
-uncle istavan
-Hungry Dwarf
-Salubrious
-nan
Alright I'll start by saying that i probably wouldn't be able to set this up myself and am more looking to inspire someone with an out-of-the-box type of world project.
There is no set path for this WP, the world is at war and all the players are divided among warring nations set in either Europe or on a global scale. Each has certain goals, that could be either offensive (like: capture Berlin) or defensive (like: build a great wall around your country or something)
If possible each country should have a thread that only those members can see(along with the moderators, who would be able to update them on any nessecary changes or surprise events), to provide the utmost element of surprise (plus it would bug the heck out of other countries, what are they planning over there?)
As for rules, anything is allowed, if they can get someone to defect or pass secret information along, so be it.Alliances are encouraged and would only be a benefit. Also private messages would be utilized to the highest degree in this.
As for combat each nation could issue demands to other nations, or invade where a battle, like a normal WP thread would take place. The losing nation would then be merged with the allied nation, creating a larger team that could work together as a stronger team (although a defeated nation is signifigantly weaker, they would have access to resources etc.) defeated nations would still be able to plot a rebellion (althought they would be very weak and have a big disadvantage) or call in help from other nations.
The goal of the game is domination or surrender. I have more ideas for specefics, do you want to hear more.
also is anyone so interested that they would be willing to help me run this (preferably someone whos really good with WP's)
ill be first in line
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Cool stuff here.
so here :imu:have some :imu:bunnys
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thanks DarkNightCavalier for the sig!
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Proud worshipper of TFE.
This would be a much more politcal game that lets you basically run your country in a WWII esque setting (that means no nukes until the end) although not directly linked to any war so we can do whatever we want. Your goal would be to invade other countried gaining economic and millitary power until you are the only dominant country.
The setting I was thinking would be Europe 10 to 15 years in the future. Economic recession has brought europe back to a WW2 like enviornment, where mass invasions still occur (instead of just missles) and war will probably drag on for awhile. America wont be involved bacause they're currently involved in civil war.
The basis of the game is SIMPLE managment of resources and such into your country. At the beginning of each week all the economic stuff would happen, then the rest of the week is spent in combat and or politics.
Each week a country can reevaluate where it wants to put its spending into. (This is a starting list, it may be revised) Although this may get to sounding like a lot of work it will attempt to be very easy to manage, as you put x into this, y happens.
-Industry-
-Weapons Research
-Power buildup
-Military support-
-Public works-
-special projects
Each country will have 2-3 cities or areas where resources and wealth are produced. They will also have 2 or 3 trading partners to begin with. This is just a starting ground for the first week, after that they can embargo countries, create allies, mass trade, whatever.
Public works is the money that goes into making your people happy. The amount you put in will determine how happy they are (shown in a percentage) if this is too low, they will rebel, which means your industry and army will lessen (like a quarter for each week they’re not happy) and eventually you will be kicked out of office. (This can be stopped if all or a majority of you military is in your home country.) Basically your territory will be up for grabs for whatever nation wants to grab it. You will then either be gone out of the game for good or be a subordinate member of the new nation. Military Support is what goes into the active military and may play a part in you overall citizen satisfaction along with how easy your military is to defeat.
Industry- the more you put into this, the more you make. This also makes you a beautiful target.
Weapons research- This affects how easy your military is to defeat. Higher up the weapons research ladder there will also be missiles and finally the atomic bomb which make putting money into this all that more attractive. Strengthens your military.
Power buildup- This is putting all that research into practical terms. As in that atomic bomb takes money to design and build. This may be merged with military support.
Special projects- This is when you build that wall or that hydro powered dam to add more money to your economy. Different projects will be available to different nations.
Where your money comes from: Each country will have 2 or 3 industries (although some may have only 1 really good one) each week you have so much of each product which you can instantly turn into cash for spending, or trade for other items. Each product will have benefits too. Each industry will also be based in a city which means an invading country can take just that city to reap the economic benefits.
Taxing- you get so much from the people each week (and you thought we had it bad) you can tax them as much as you want although if it’s too high, satisfaction will go down.
Other countries- If you control another country, you control all their cash!
Industry Product benefits (rough)
Steel- counts as double towards industry spending.
Agriculture- Counts as double towards satisfaction (people like to eat)
Scientific stuff- Counts double towards research.
Precious metals- (gold, silver) rarest industry, counts double spending on all things.
Forestry- Counts double towards public works.
Im also working out how your government will affect the game. (for instance, you the government, would have more control in a communist country, while a capitalist country will have trouble oppressing rebellion because there is that nasty old freedom of speech.)
As for the players, whoever moderates this will be in the united nations (everyone starts in this) and be an active part of the game, while being able to moderate whats going on. All the starting players will be divided into teams of 2 or 3 (depending on how many sign up) and be assinged one of the major countries. then the war will begin. Players who want to join after will be given other countries, not currently controlled. If we run out of countries, the teams get bigger. If you country is invaded or conquered you will either be out of the game for good, or be a subordiante member of the conquering nation.
Are there any questions or ideas that should be clarified?
Also still looking for someone to help me on this, you will still get to play. The only qualification is that you know somewhat how to start a WP, have some free time and would be willing to manage some minor stuff. I dont know much about the colliseum so i need help.
This has been edited due to rules changes. For updated rules check back soon.
I know alot about military matters.
And I have the perfect thing to base it on.
for he is the messenger between the spheres
and the traveler between the realms of the living and the dead.
He shall summon forth the ancient ones
and wake them from their deathly slumber
then shall the elder signs be shattered.
Trade Thread
Me and agentdark are currently working out the fine details of this. As of right now it looks like it will be set in asia and the Middle East. The economics have also been greatly simplified. Battles and invasions are also looking like they will be easy and alot of fun. Post if you are interested in joining this, right now it looks like basically any number of people could join this although a starting point of 20 to 30 people would be awesome. it looks like everyone will be paired up in teams of 2 to start. Keep an eye out for when the official signup comes up because players who start when the game starts will have an advntage over those who come in later. (and yes you'll be allowed to come in at any point during the game)
Proud worshipper of TFE.
-DL
Thanks @ R&Doom at "Ye Olde Sig and Avatar Shoppe" for the banner.
Extended: Ichorid, Elvis, TEPS
Vintage: Ichorid, PitchLong
Legacy: Ichorid
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As for the roleplaying each person will probably become a leader or lietuenent or something that they will roleplay when talking with other nations in places like the U.N. Hopefully everyone will take this opportunity to create deep personable leaders who will come to life in the game. The actual battles will also be heavy in roleplaying as you and another nation battle it out with between 10-100 soldiers broken into 10 man platoons on a map. The way we're doing it it will be different from a usual you control one person WP. It will be different but still very fun. If your on the fence about this at least give it a try. I hope I answered some of your questions.
Improved economic Stuff-
Each country has a net income from industry each week. Parts of the total income may come from different areas in the country, allowing another country to invade and only take a specific area just to get the money.
You can spend your money on one of several things.
Military Research- This improves your military and gives you different combat options. Industry- The more you invest in Industry the more your net income will be.
Military support- the more you invest in this the more bonuses your military will get in combat during the week.
Military campaigns- It takes money to invade, bomb or attack countries.
All money will be spent in $100,000 dollar increments.
Millitary research will cover a number of things most likely including...
-Bombers
-Missles (gravity bombs, ballistics and cruise missiles)
-Submarines
-Tanks
-Specialized Troop training (urban combat, jungle combat, sniper training, RPG training)
-The Atomic Program
This list may get expanded in the future. Me and Agentdark are currently working on the research aspects of the game.
A question- If you were to play this game, what would you be looking to be able to do as a terrorist organization or organized crime group. How would you set this up. I haven't talked to Agentdark about this yet, and I'm lost as to what to do. Any ideas?
Yes, so the terrprists would be able to steal other nations reasearch and such, and be able to sell it to their allies. And their is no way yet to be able to use terrorist attacks in a functional way. But maybe terrorist attacks would stop all research and battles for that nation for the day.
We do not yet have WP confrimation, but we are nearing completion on the nesecary info such as country info, research ladder, general rules etc. Because of this we are going to see just how many people would participate in this game. Each nation will comprise of 2 people, so if you wish to request a partner make sure both of you post here. If you do not care who your partner is, please state so. If you have alreay said you want to play, please just give us another post to confirm that. Until then you get to be on the interested list. If you have no plans of participating do not post here please. if you are unsure, please post saying you are undecided and why? (we may be able to convince you to play) If you have any questions about how this game will work, please ask them. remember coliseum experience is NOT a requirement, as this game will operate very differently from a normal WP.
Moderators
Beefybot
Agentdark
Interested people
Sir Blakely
Solace? (I couldn't tell if you wanted to play)
D24478667
-grappler12-no preference
sorryguy
-swinkee- no preference
-Turbulentdirge- no prefernece
-StevieT92- no preference
-dazbog_eaterofsouls- no prefernce
-The Fallen Evincar
-Ijossberir-no preference
-mr.anus-nor prefernce
-crippled fist-in a month
-Fayul
-Powerhead33
-Blitzkreigbob
-Shockey198
Proud worshipper of TFE.
Thanks @ R&Doom at "Ye Olde Sig and Avatar Shoppe" for the banner.
Extended: Ichorid, Elvis, TEPS
Vintage: Ichorid, PitchLong
Legacy: Ichorid
TVV