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Envoys from the Xeilias Empire sat across the table, hands folded, staunch in their unwavering means of producing no facial gestures. After much discussion, only the sound of birds chirping, signaling the end of the day, lingered as I pondered a final response. I already knew the answer. There had always only been one answer.
For weeks, since Allegiant Gemstone Company took up residence in the Imperial town of Kreuz Bernstein, there had been a strong effort from Imperial factions to integrate the company in with the day to day operations of the Empire. In short, they wanted us to bend to the knee and become citizens. The offer was tempting and for those weeks I skirted the line between becoming a citizen and running an independent company.
I wanted to fit in, to pull my weight and in so doing subjected my members to radical changes. They took up the challenges with the zeal and relevance I’ve to expect and admire. Qualities commonly found throughout the company. As we moved across country, we explored the new area and quickly even jumped into the Empire’s conflict with the southern city states. The allure of the Empire had its effect on us, but it began to fade and we began to fall back on the core beginnings of the company.
Now all I need do is say yes. One little word confirm, no actually to reaffirm what we had always been. An independent company. Our identity isn’t the Empire, Golgotha or Banditry. Rather we are the fighting merchants of tomorrow and will continue to pursue that course. By saying yes I do not reject the Empire and all it has to offer. They have been gracious hosts. I only say yes to the Allegiant Gemstone Company and its future endeavors, wherever they lead.
With a yes, AGC becomes just a private business who takes up residence in Kreuz Bernstein. Subject to their laws and taxes as would any other fitting company under the umbrella of the Empire, but having no obligations otherwise to the Empire. In reality that is all we ever wanted. Why the pause? The allure of citizenship is strong. They are good folk. Their benevolent leader is, well benevolent.
However, the answer was always yes. The question was just never asked until now. So yes. My answer was yes. The envoys stood, gave a nod in unison, and exited the room. Silence engulfed the room eventually driving me to the Tavern.
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If I understood this, you too k a chaotic behaving company and joined a Lawful Evil empire, and you were "surprised' that they would ask for you to bend a knee to their demands?
LOL, and the criticism that Aragon got was that we allowed you to do what you wanted and never asked for anything beyond an occasional tower defense request.
And what is this business about "TAXES"?
So 'yes' you are a part of the EoX?
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@Damocles
It's all there, if something eludes you, feel free to inquire about any of those specifics. I think that in part is what diplomacy is all about.
I cannot cover 100+ scenarios however, that may or may not even satisfy what you are seeking with your comment.
@Bluddwolf
Oh bludd, you lost any credibility when you threw in the towel and ran like a spoiled baby when the game didn't manifest itself into what you wanted. You made Aragon irrelevant, not me sir. I continue to at least seek the style of play I want for myself and my company within the realm of possibilities that still exist. I don't hide on the forums, sniping other peoples threads about the promise of Aragon, rather of what Aragon will never be.
As for taxes, I fully expect some form of taxation to be imposed by some if not all of the established settlements at some point. That's generally what happens in a feudal type system. I do not balk at the idea, but embrace the symbolism of it.
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@Bluddwolf
Oh bludd, you lost any credibility when you threw in the towel and ran like a spoiled baby when the game didn't manifest itself into what you wanted. You made Aragon irrelevant, not me sir. I continue to at least seek the style of play I want for myself and my company within the realm of possibilities that still exist. I don't hide on the forums, sniping other peoples threads about the promise of Aragon, rather of what Aragon will never be.
Well, I haven't put my account up for sale and still hold out hope that PFO will someday be what I had grown to expect from the Dev Blogs of the previous years.
We are waiting for May 1, and perhaps as long as EE8 or 9 to see what the game has to offer. Perhaps factions will bring the game play we were hoping for??
Grinding escalations is a bit too predictable and repetitive for my taste.