One Game - One Thread, this is the new rule. (The Houris love it!)

One of the big advantage aside from running games in parallel is that we can have a list of everyone and their pretender.
This is very good for people with bad memories such as myself (as some of you may have already noticed).

So without further ado:
RPGHQ4 is waiting for your pretenders! @Nemesis, @Kalarion, @Emphyrio , @Decline, @Boontaker, @Irenaeus
Game's gonna happen on a Illwinter Randomized World^TM in the Late Age.

You can sign up by posting your nation and pretender name here and then joining RPGHQ4 using our super secret password.

List of Players

Forum Name	Nation	Pretender
Nemesis	LA Ulm	Nemesis
Kalarion	LA Gath	Kalarion
Decline	LA Jomon	decline
Boontaker	LA Man	Boontaker
Irenaeus	LA Abysia	Batterid

RGMQ
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From the depths of despair, a Master shall arise,
Its divine voice shall echo through the land,
Bringing both destruction and renewal,
As the world is reborn from the ashes.

Irenaeus wrote: ↑ April 21st, 2024, 20:43

From the depths of despair, a Master shall arise,
Its divine voice shall echo through the land,
Bringing both destruction and renewal,
As the world is reborn from the ashes.

Irenaeus contributes this game's theme song.

This thread has some potential for entertainment. I am now monitoring the situation.

I'm thinking of making this my pretender for my first game, terrible or usable?

the scales are good, the bless and chassis (immobile) are bad.

That 3 drain could hurt some nations, which one is it for? That haunter tree looks hilarious btw

Irenaeus wrote: ↑ April 22nd, 2024, 13:36

That 3 drain could hurt some nations, which one is it for? That haunter tree looks hilarious btw

LA man, immune to drain

My trusty war council has given me valuable advice for the game, of which I'll post just the quick summary.

With the information you've provided about the other factions, here's a quick summary for your reference:

• Ulm: Potential ally against magic-heavy factions, or exploitable through internal conflict and magic ban.
  Gath: Risky ally, exploitable through internal conflict, human discontent, and their reliance on brute strength.
  Jomon: Unstable potential ally, exploitable technology and chaotic influences. Appeal to their sense of order and samurai honor.
  Man: Potential ally for research and anti-magic sentiment, but their scientific skepticism requires a nuanced approach. Exploit their fear of cursed magic and offer "solutions."

Remember, these are just starting points. The best strategy will depend on the specific situation and the actions of the other players.

Here are some additional tips for a successful campaign:

• Gather Information: Spying and diplomacy will be key to understanding your opponents and identifying opportunities.
  Forge Alliances: Temporary alliances can be powerful tools, but remember, trust is a scarce commodity in this world.
  Exploit Weaknesses: Identify and exploit the weaknesses of your opponents, both internal and external.
  Deception is a Weapon: Use misinformation, manipulation, and even staged events to turn the tide in your favor.
  Be Prepared to Adapt: The situation will change constantly. Be flexible and adjust your strategies as needed.

I hope this helps! Good luck in your dark and complex game!

Irenaeus wrote: ↑ April 22nd, 2024, 16:02

• Man: Potential ally for research and anti-magic sentiment, but their scientific skepticism requires a nuanced approach. Exploit their fear of cursed magic and offer "solutions."

"They also wear strange hats referred to as fed'ora's. Known for personality disorders and feelings of grandeur."

Should we wait for one more or should we start?

Anyone else want to join??

Decline wrote: ↑ April 24th, 2024, 19:43

Should we wait for one more or should we start?

Start.

Shillitron wrote: ↑ April 25th, 2024, 02:08

Decline wrote: ↑ April 24th, 2024, 19:43

Should we wait for one more or should we start?

Start.

Non-players in the spectator seats do not have a say.

I'm good with starting, I figured out how to increase province defense just today so that's good. I think I have enough of the basics to build a mountain of crossbows for someone to deal with!

@Nemesis @Kalarion let's start?

I am sorry, I am very dense, Emphyrio quoted me speaking of rpghq4 but I have no idea what is this, what a pretender is or what is going on. If it is an online game experience or the likes, I doubt I can partecipate, especially not actively, but if it just needs a number of registered players to take off, then I would be happy to support!

DagothGeas5 wrote: ↑ April 25th, 2024, 12:23

I am sorry, I am very dense, Emphyrio quoted me speaking of rpghq4 but I have no idea what is this, what a pretender is or what is going on. If it is an online game experience or the likes, I doubt I can partecipate, especially not actively, but if it just needs a number of registered players to take off, then I would be happy to support!

@Emphyrio i understand spreading your propaganda in the game, but outside of it? Is this the new meta?

Also, GO for launch

I guess I @'d the wrong guy

Decline wrote: ↑ April 21st, 2024, 15:39

Unfortunately AI technology of 2024 is only able to produce gibberish text so just pretend it reads something cool and awesome.

Played around with your prompt


Got literally no idea what this game is even about, so, you get generic chinese movieposter.

rusty_shackleford wrote: ↑ April 25th, 2024, 21:11

Played around with your prompt

My prompt was something like 'banner for a dominions 6 e-sports event'.

It's live! First turn ready

A round of applause for the Pretender Gods:

Man



Ulm



Abysia



Gath




Jomon

Irenaeus wrote: ↑ April 25th, 2024, 22:42

A round of applause for the Pretender Gods:

Man



Ulm



Abysia



Gath




Jomon

Hell yeah. These are awesome.

Irenaeus wrote: ↑ April 25th, 2024, 22:42

Jomon

Not quite.

What was your prompt?

Decline wrote: ↑ April 25th, 2024, 23:31

Irenaeus wrote: ↑ April 25th, 2024, 22:42

Jomon

Not quite.

What was your prompt?

Emperor of the Rock and the Stony Ground, Shogun-Dragon, 16-bit art

Praise Batterid, my start regions are not terrible/impossible!
I do have a very hard throne next to my capital, so not everything's great but it will do.

I am still very confused about what is going on, but these images are awesome, thank you for sharing!