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The War of the Damned; A Clash of Christians
Topic Started: Sep 29 2009, 08:24 PM (489 Views)
Telosan
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OOC: Takes place after the Taking of Rome.

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Public Statement from Venice
 
The Teutonic Order recently condemned the LFN, stating that we Venetians are the worst offenders of destablizing a fragile world with our greed, leading to suffering. Now, the Order follows the Catholic Commonwealth into Rome. Who is destablizing the world? The people of Venice joined a treaty for peace, while those in opposition are now taking over one of the more prominent cities in Europe, if not the world.

Venice is disturbed by these actions and believes the Teutonic Order is acting on their own greed, rather than the will of their god. The Catholic Commonwealth has no buisness in Europe altogether. We suggest a prompt departure or Venice may be forced to act.


~Imperator Drake Reed~

The Teutonic Order's Response
 
If greed was our motive we would have seized all of Italy, including Venice. But no, we seek peace, and only secure Rome. Perhaps you need a lesson in humility, because you can not see your own ignorance.

-Hochmeister Hermann von Jungingen


One Month Later...

Statement from Venice
 
It has now been a month. The Teutonic Order has made no move from the city of Rome, defiling the ancient place with fortifications, artillery, and bunkers. They spent our month of warning building with intention to stay, while angering our officials by commenting in opposition of every action thus far, related or not to Rome. It is time Venice taught these herectics the lesson in humility they claimed we needed. The Order and Venice are now at war.

~ The Pregadi ~

Within a day of the message, a fleet set out from Venice, intending to sail around Italy as crossing the peninsula by land could prove costly. By traveling to Rome by sea, the Venetians could rely on their powerful fleets while sailing through allied waters. As they passed the city of Napoli, the Venetian task force encountered a Teutonic war fleet enroute to Rome. The ships of Venice pounced, ripping apart their enemies from the rear with their own superior ships.

After shredding the opposing fleet, the Venetians landed under cover of the fleet's main armaments. A beachead was carved out, mostly because of the element of surprise. Thus far, this was the first time the Venetians actually followed up on their threats.

The Order's land in Prussia was out of Venice's naval influence. However, they weren't safe. A multitude of bombing runs flew over at night, esourted by swarms of fighters specialized for night combat.

At the end of the week, the heads of Venice released another message.

"Now is your chance to prevent further bloodshed. Withdraw from Rome, and Venice will leave you to your buisness. Should you refuse, the Teutonic Order has met it's end."

~ Imperator Reed, Consul Tarriston, and the Pregadi ~
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Interceptors immediately began to combat the Venetian bombers, while Teutonic ships valiantly sought revenge for the humiliation they had suffered. But for all the heroics of the Knights, the upper-hand the Venetians had gained from their surprise attacks was massive.
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OOC: This is post-Dominion I am to understand? Not sure how much attention I can personally pay this.
IC:

Private Message

To: Imperator Drake Reed
From: Regent Thomas dos Santos Aveiro-Medici II

I ask that this attack against the Holy City of Rome cease and desist at this very moment. If it is war you wish to make with the Prussians then do so on their soil. Rome has nothing to do with this war, we simply wish to be left alone in peace. Those Tueutonic knights within the city were welcomed here by its regent as are soldiers from all Genesian Catholic nations. After all, when we retook Rome from the vile Dominion, she was in danger of a resurgent enemy. Thus stationing a united Catholic military effort in Rome was our only means of preserving the city. I as the blood royale of the Holy Papacy have hereditary rite to this city, the last and only city left of my ancestral Empire. I shall not leave nor shall I ask any faithful nation to withdrawal either.

Rome has done nothing to provoke the Venetians. This war on her embankments is unnecessary and uncalled for.
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OOC: The TO doesn't exist until after the Dominion either. This is what I see happening:

Dominion loses in Europe. HCC takes Rome. TO and Venice are founded. TO moves into Rome. Venice opposes this. Venice attacks TO.

IC:
The Imperator's response
 
Rome has long been respected and revered by most cultures around the world, ours included. For us to sack Rome, we could only do so with real regret dripping from our hearts as history dies. However, history is tainted with the Order's presence there. Venice is not in a position to condemn the city or the pope. We have no official religion, but we do have a large population of Genesians. As such, we do recognize the pope as a religious leader. Our fight is not with you. You are the bystander, but the irresponsible and herectic actions of the Teutonic Order has brought you into the fray. If you wish to save Rome, banish the Teutonic Order and we will finish our buisness elsewhere.

~ Imperator Reed ~


The surprise strike was taken advantage of by the swift movements of the Venetian troops. Without delay, they struck into the heart of Naples. By the week's end the city had mostly fallen. A holdout of brave knights fought in the city center, desperate to stay alive. The survivors inspired the Venetians with their loyalty, and they were approached with an offer to leave the city unharmed.

The fleet gaurded the coast, unmoveable. The original plan had them sailing to Rome, but the HCC's plea bought the ancient city time as the Venetians waited to see if their request was carried out. If it wasn't, the fleet would move again.
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OOC: The TO rises to power during the defeat of the Dominion.
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The situation for the knights was getting worse. Naples had fallen, though pockets of resistance still existed, and the forces outside of the city where being further pushed back. But even in defeat the Knights would not surrender, when offered they would reply with bullets, and when none where left, swords, axes, war-hammers and knives greeted the Venetians.

It was clear that the Hochmiester was needed in person to inspire the faithful to victory. As his entourage flew from Prussia, they passed through Venetian airspace, taunting them with his safe passage. And as soon as the plane touched down, on the makeshift runway, spirits soared. His personal guard where monsters, massive and silent, armed to the teeth and trained to the maximum. But despite the Hochmiesters arrival, this war was far from over, the Venetians still pressing hard against the Knights, seeking victory and glory.

"The Venetians have no respect for Rome, only do they fear the reprisal of an angry world. They would gladly sack it, and take what little wealth it holds back to Venice. Do not let their lies blind you."
-Hochmiester Hermann von Jungingen
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The Imperator's response
 
Rome has long been respected and revered by most cultures around the world, ours included. For us to sack Rome, we could only do so with real regret dripping from our hearts as history dies. However, history is tainted with the Order's presence there. Venice is not in a position to condemn the city or the pope. We have no official religion, but we do have a large population of Genesians. As such, we do recognize the pope as a religious leader. Our fight is not with you. You are the bystander, but the irresponsible and herectic actions of the Teutonic Order has brought you into the fray. If you wish to save Rome, banish the Teutonic Order and we will finish our buisness elsewhere.

Response from the Regent of Rome
 
It is our understanding that the Teutonic Order has made no military actions against you by way of their military presence in Rome. Might I also add that Rome is the city of the Pope, administer in his name by myself so long a he continues to wish in his homeland of Germany. Faithful to the Pope and his authority, all Genesian nations (though not required) are allowed to send a contingent of their most faithful soldiers to defend the throne of St. Peter from all those who would wish it harm. To banish the order from Rome is out of the question as they have just as much right to be in Rome as the New Harumfian, South Africans, and all other faithful catholic nations. Might I add, that during the golden years of the Holy League the Papal Royale made it clear that it would recognize any state as a Genesian Catholic state so long as it either had a majority of Genesian Catholics in its nation or that its ruler be Catholic. Thus understand that if Venice's Catholic form the majoirty, they have just as much right to send a contingent to the city for her defense. I believe this could be a very constructive compromise. However, should you not agree to such terms of termination understand that I will not allow this heresy of a war to continue any longer. I will swiftly petition the Pope for war and bring down the might of every Catholic nation onto the city the Venetian people.


OOC: Again I just want to make clear that Rome is not a possession or territory of the Holy Catholic Commonwealth. It is a territory of the Popal Royale and is only protect by the HCC as well as all other Catholic nations.
Edited by NRE, Oct 1 2009, 11:06 AM.
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The use of Medieval weapons was shocking, very few Venetians in this particular force were trained for melee combat outside of basic training. However, they were capable of gunning down many of the Knights before they could bring their weapons to bear. It was in close quarters, around corners and in buildings, that the Knights inflicted the most casualties. They no longer offered escape to the brave few in Naples, they had already cut down a handful of unarmed messengers, proving their lack of honor.

The news of the Hochmiester's arrival stepped things up to a new level. On one hand, the Knights now fought harder and longer than they had before. On the other, the Venetians were spurred on by the chance to capture or kill the famed knight. With a new objective, the Knights surviving in Naples were given the army's full attention, to better wipe them out in a timely manner. By the end of 2 days Naples was under complete control, though the casualties had been higher than expected. The Knights were trained well in swords and axes.

With Naples out of the way, the army marched further into the countryside, where the Hochmiester had landed and commandered an army of Knights.

~~~~~

With the refusal to meet the requests, the Venetian fleet wasted no time in sailing up to Rome. By the time twilight began to settle, the Venetian warfleet was arranged in a blockade, each ship positioned so as to have a clear line of fire on the city. Targets were picked and guns aimed, but they held their fire. The sonar operators worked around the clock, submarines could never hope of getting near without their presence being known. Seaward cannons stared down the horizon, ready to challenge any who approached.

~~~~~

Public Response

Our fight is not with the pope. Nor is it with any Genesian nation. The Teutonic Order is our sole enemy. We know of past regulations. Our war is hardly a religious one, it is just coincidence that the final straw happened to involve Rome. The Order's presence in Rome is percieved as a threat. It is the Order that has been instigating. Had they not criticized every aspect of our actions or taken such controversial actions, we would not be at war. The Knights were offered numerous opportunities to prevent bloodshed, to which they responded harshly, leaving our messengers insulted and humiliated, that is, provided they were not killed, as most were. Understand then, that the Order is the passive aggressor, warranting our actions with a multitude of justifications.

~ Imperator Reed ~

The Venetian fleet is now blockading Rome. We restate our requests. You have 1 week. That time is subject to change as we see fit. Your communications are being monitored. You are under constant arial surveillance. Should any out of city calls be made, to anyone but us, you will be destroyed. Should any messengers leave the city, you will be destroyed. If our request regarding the expulsion of the Teutonic Knights be denied or your time limit is up, you will be destroyed. Should our aircraft, personel, or ships recieve any harm caused by the people of Rome, the forces of Rome, or the allies of Rome, you will be destroyed. Your next communication will be the acceptance of our request, or else. We will not hesitate. We will level the city if needed. Do not take lightly our words.

~ Admiral Mirancole ~
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Sep 30 2009, 06:21 PM
OOC: Ok, this is seriously wrecking havoc on my timelines. The Taking of Rome happens before the Dominion is destroyed. I thought Venice only exists later? When does this happen?
OOC: Venice is formed after the Dominion falls. This war happens after the Dominion falls. Hence, this war happens after the Taking of Rome thread.

The problem is people are putting amounts of time on this. Some people would see this as years after, while Telo put it as only a month.

The Taking of Rome thread is messy in timeline, because statements of the Dominion era and post-Dominion era are mixed together.

Anyways, I need to jump in on this.

IC:

Statement issued by Grandmaster Stiofan

The time has come for all able bodied Christian men to unite and crusade on Rome. Rome has been taken and defiled by the Genesian heretics, whom would not only deny our pilgrims passage into the holy places, but would also see our pilgrims humiliated and murdered. They would set up a heretic as Bishop of Rome and claim him to be spiritual leader of all Christendom by their corrupt doctrine of Papal Bloodline. Surely it is obvious God would not want a bloodline of men corrupted over the centuries to led all Men. We must put a stop to this heresy before the Genesians become powerful once again. A crusade on Rome is the only way to beat back these heretics. Dues lo vult!

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Private Message

From: Grandmaster Stiofan Paul Ui Siadhail
To: Hochmeister Hermann von Jungingen

Consider the Teutonic Order in a state of limited war with the Hibernian Order and the Irish Navy. However, so long as the Isles are not attacked, the lands of Prussia will also be safe. I have no wish to bring our peoples needlessly into this war, Hochmeister. I also have no wish to see Rome burn. We will do our utmost to protect places of historical significance. I request that you evacuate the city for the duration of the conflict that innocent deaths may be minimized.

It is my wish to see Rome open to all, and to see a Bishop of Rome elected, not installed. It is for these reasons the Hibernian Order wars with you, and no other. If you would allow pilgrims of Catholic and Orthodox faiths into Rome, we will consider a ceasefire. Agreement to allowing a Bishop of Rome to be elected, whether he be Catholic or Orthodox, will lead to our immediate cessation of hostility.

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From: High King Stiofan Paul Ui Siadhail
To: Imperator Drake Reed

I realize the need to free Rome, but had you waited we would have more allies, perhaps even the support of the Roman Empire, maybe even the Russian Empire. I now have no choice but to enter into limited war with the Teutonic Knights as your ally, but Ireland will not devote its full force to this unless forced to. Next time, I ask that you bring such a matter to the LFN High Council that we may think on these things first. I will see you in Italy soon.
Edited by Sedulius, Oct 1 2009, 03:14 PM.
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OOC: I thought that after the Taking of Rome was also after the Dominion.
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Oct 1 2009, 03:07 PM
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From: Grandmaster Stiofan Paul Ui Siadhail
To: Hochmeister Hermann von Jungingen

Consider the Teutonic Order in a state of limited war with the Hibernian Order and the Irish Navy. However, so long as the Isles are not attacked, the lands of Prussia will also be safe. I have no wish to bring our peoples needlessly into this war, Hochmeister. I also have no wish to see Rome burn. We will do our utmost to protect places of historical significance. I request that you evacuate the city for the duration of the conflict that innocent deaths may be minimized.

It is my wish to see Rome open to all, and to see a Bishop of Rome elected, not installed. It is for these reasons the Hibernian Order wars with you, and no other. If you would allow pilgrims of Catholic and Orthodox faiths into Rome, we will consider a ceasefire. Agreement to allowing a Bishop of Rome to be elected, whether he be Catholic or Orthodox, will lead to our immediate cessation of hostility.
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From: Hochmeister Hermann von Jungingen
To: Grandmaster Stiofan Paul Ui Siadhail

To spare my time, and to spare your life, I would advise you abandon your falsely titled 'crusade'. Rome is free to all those who wish to visit, and the Papal bloodline merely rules the city, his holiness the Pope is in Northern Germany, not Rome.

I would advise you not to meddle in the affairs of those stronger than you, for often you will find your self crushed.
_____________

The Knights where willing to do all that was necessary to win, and with the Venetians pressing harder, trying to reach the Hochmiester. The Order's agents slipped behind enemy lines, and poisoned the Venetian water supplies with their custom strain of LSD, called a glimpse of Hell by the knights it would cause the affected to hallucinate, vomit, loose sleep, have feelings of paranoia, and feel like their skin was on fire. This would cripple the army for at least two days, and stop the advance. Soldiers prepared to assault the suffering Venetians, who would be only feeling the effects very soon.
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The army slowed to a crawl. Almost a half of the army had fallen to a strange illness. A few primitive field tests confirmed an agent in the water. It'd be just like the honorless Knights to utilize poison. Several casualties were inflicted by friendly-fire from some of the hallucinations.

The portion of the army that remained unaffected though, now had to make up for the rest. Colonel Leyton Reed and his regiment, or at least most of it, were unaffected. Leyton Reed, brother-in-law to the Imperator, had earned his rank through battle rather than being appointed to it. As the battle against the Hochmeister's army continued, a gap appeared in the line. Knowing the risks, the royal Colonel ordered his regiment forward, intending to take advantage of the Knights' mistake.

He called back to the army in order to get more men behind the thrust, but found the lines had been cut. Too late, he realized his men were entering the center of the opposing army without backup and he had no way of ordering them back. Refusing to leave his men, Leyton ran with them on their doomed charge, hoping, praying, that the rest of the Venetian army would see the advance and move on their own, but he knew it was a lost cause. As the regiment reached the Knights' lines, they pushed through, and were quickly envoloped by the vastness of the enemy. Even as the slaughter ensued, he couldn't help but be proud of his men, obeying an order without question and fighting as efficiently as they did.

A dozen meters away, a Knight armed with large axe broke through the crowd. Spotting Leyton in conspicous officer's garb, he charged. Leyton drew his sword, though it was only ceremonial. The axe sliced right through it. The flat side of the axe came down on his head and he lost consciousness.

OOC: Venetian tradition states that the royal surname was preserved even through marriage, causing a husband to take the wife's maiden name.
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Private Message

From: Hochmeister Hermann von Jungingen
To: Grandmaster Stiofan Paul Ui Siadhail

To spare my time, and to spare your life, I would advise you abandon your falsely titled 'crusade'. Rome is free to all those who wish to visit, and the Papal bloodline merely rules the city, his holiness the Pope is in Northern Germany, not Rome.

I would advise you not to meddle in the affairs of those stronger than you, for often you will find your self crushed.
Private Message

From: Grandmaster Stiofan Paul Ui Siadhail
To: Hochmeister Hermann von Jungingen

He is not our Pope. However, since you allow our pilgrims to pass, you will have peace from me and mine, for now. Consider that a ceasefire. However, I warn you now, so long as Rome is solely under Genesian control, you and I both know lasting peace is unlikely. The great Empires will make their moves eventually, and I will have no choice but to help those of my common cause.

For the time being, I will suspend the crusade. I would ask that you would do as I: defend the historical monuments of Rome and keep its people safe.

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Official Statement from Grandmaster Stiofan

The crusade is to be suspended until further notice. The factions involved are in negotiation, though Venice and the Teutonic Order are in a state of open war. Pilgrims are allowed to visit Rome freely, though Rome is still under Genesian control. I will travel to Italy to attempt to negotiate peace.

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OOC: Telo, Dominion statements are in the Taking of Rome thread. NRE states that it is during the Dominion.

IC:

Private Message

From: Grandmaster Stiofan Paul Ui Siadhail
To: Imperator Drake Reed

Since our pilgrims are allowed in Rome and no bishop is technically established there, I have no reason to bring any forces. I advise you make peace with the Teutonic Knights quickly. I will still be coming to Italy, though I have more business there than simply peace.
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Oct 1 2009, 06:39 PM
OOC: I thought that after the Taking of Rome was also after the Dominion.
OOC: The events currently in "The Taking of Rome" thread are events that happen at the end of the Dominion War in Europe, NOT after the fall of Zapht. Therefore currently events in that thread are DURING the reign of the Dominion. I had hoped to get back to that thread after finishing all the mess still left in the Dominion story, and continuing the Taking of Rome story in a completely POST Dominion world as I have several plans as well as certain issues I wanted to address including pilgrims and such. It was my hope that the Rome issue could be resolves or address then and not now.
Edited by NRE, Oct 1 2009, 10:47 PM.
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Oct 1 2009, 06:39 PM
OOC: I thought that after the Taking of Rome was also after the Dominion.
OOC: The events currently in "The Taking of Rome" thread are events that happen at the end of the Dominion War in Europe, NOT after the fall of Zapht. Therefore currently events in that thread are DURING the reign of the Dominion. I had hoped to get back to that thread after finishing all the mess still left in the Dominion story, and continuing the Taking of Rome story in a completely POST Dominion world as I have several plans as well as certain issues I wanted to address including pilgrims and such. It was my hope that the Rome issue could be resolves or address then and not now.
OOC: I'm inclined to agree with you, NRE. This is rather inconvenient for me IC and OOC. I would have rather waited. But as far as I know, this war is ONLY between Venice and the Teutonic Order. That being the case, this is best left to TO and Telo. We should still be able to do what we wanted.
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The Venetian army was reeling, the effects of the drug and the ferocity of the Knights stunned the Venetians. The Venetian men had come and expected and easy win, and up until this point they had been. They were panicking, and the Knights quickly took advantage of the breaking enemy. They charged, and the Venetians broke, abandoning their positions and their cut off comrades.

The Knights where cutting into the rear of the Venetian army, as the men tried to get on their ships. And poor Colonel Leyton Reed's regiment was destroyed, its men killed or captured. And once the Order's intelligence agents found out who he was, they rescued him from Knights interrogating him. He was battered, bloody and sleep deprived, and wasn't in any shape to help the Knights or him self. So they let him sleep, life looked bleak for him, but some rest went a long way to recover his spirits.
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Word had reached the ears of the Imperator of the fate that befell Colonel Leyton Reed's regiment. When Drake's sister, Juliana heard the news, she was distraught. She begged, pleaded, threatened, and bullied, all in an attempt to sway Drake's actions. Finally he gave in. His sister had to know what happened to Leyton. Drake was interested as well, though he feared the answer. Leyton was a good man, worthy of being brought into the royal family and rare in the fact that he did so because he truly loved Juliana, not her elevated status. He was one of the few men that kept chivalry alive, and Drake could remain ignorant no longer. He dispatched spies, but there was nothing more he could do unless the Teutonic Knights contacted the Venetians. They were honorless bastards, but he hoped for Leyton's sake that they held enough chivalry themselves to not kill off a royal so quickly. He was sure they'd attempt to ransom him, provided they didn't kill him.

The Imperator also ordered the army to hold thier ground, to take no step forward or back.
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Colonel Leyton Reed woke up when the door slammed open.

"Stehen Sie auf!1"

Still groggy from the short sleep, he did not move quick enough. The rifle-butt smashed into his forehead, sending him reeling. He felt strong arms grab him and drag him, his head pounding, his knees dragging on the rough brick floor, his ears ringing. He could hear the chanting of a large crowd, like one at a football stadium.

The December sun felt warming in the cool crisp air, and little flecks of snow where drifting down, lightly dusting the red brick courtyard. Reed saw, through his heavy eyelids, a man, with a large, billowing, white-fur, cape and in his hand was an small battle-axe. The way he carried himself suggested he was a powerful man, who commanded respect. The crowd switched from looking at the man, to Reed, then back to the man again. Ringing the two story courtyard where men in white armor, knights, sergeants and infantry. The man in the cape was walking in a circular motion waving his arms in a downward manner. The crowd quickly hushed, and the man began to talk in a loud booming voice.

"Der Mann, den Sie ist sehen hier, der Schwager des venetianischen Führers! Gefangen genommen im Kampf, hat dieser Dummkopf die devilish Absichten seines Führers für zu lang gedient!2" The man, who was Hochmeister Hermann von Jungingen, was still strutting around the courtyard, booming his speech to the men. "Wir bieten ihm eine abschließende Wahrscheinlichkeit an, Verzeihen, vor Gott und uns alle zu suchen!3"

While the man was talking the two knights holding him lashed him to the wooden pole in the middle of the yard. An old man, withered and graying, hobbled towards him and picked Reed's head up. Staring him in the eyes from inches away he said, "Do you wish to confess your sins?" He was clearly a priest.

"Yes" Reed spoke barely above a whisper, and in the eerie silence of the courtyard it was the only sound.

"Well?"

"Lord, I ask that you forgive me for my sins, and to look after my wife."

The crowd was holding their breath.

The old man let go and walked away, Reed was staring up, the pure blue sky with the bright yellow sun soothed Reed's mind, he could feel the peace washing over him.

"Dieses ist, wie es beendet4." Hochmiester Herman von Jungingen hissed

Every thing was slowing down for Leyton Reed, and as he stared into the sky, wondering what awaited him in heaven. He could hear the approaching footsteps of the Hochmiester.

*Click*

*Click*

*Click*

*Click*


Colonel Leyton Reed's drew in his breath, while the Hochmiester did the same.

Colonel Leyton Reed heard the small grunt that the Hochmiester let out as he swung the axe.

Colonel Leyton Reed, heard no more.

The cameras filmed the whole thing, they kept rolling as Colonel Leyton Reed's head bounced off the snow dusted bricks, splattering them with blood.

The sicking film was sent to the Venetians, clearly a message was sent with it.


1-Get Up!
2-The man you see here is the brother-in-law of the Venetian leader! Captured in battle, this fool has served the devilish intentions of his leader for too long!
3-We will offer him a final chance to seek forgiveness, before God and us all!
4-This is how it ends.
Edited by Menhad, Oct 28 2009, 01:01 PM.
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If a single shell lands on the Holy City, the Union will defend Christendom from the offender swiftly, and without mercy. Venice should cease its warmongering, and stand down before more lives are lost in this petty conflict. The Holy See is rightfully Genesian, and has been for a thousand years.
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To: The Teutonic Order
From: The People of Wales

Let it be known that the Welsh fully support the efforts of the Teutonic Order. We know that it was truly the Venetians who are the instigators of this war, and they are only doing this for their country's greed for a religious center.

Signed, The People of Wales
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Imperator Drake Reed hung up the phone. Hearing the conversation end, Juliana, who'd hovered near the office for days, rushed in. Drake glanced to her, trying to hide his expression, but it was too late. Juliana recognized the grim look from when their father had died. She collapsed, inconsolable and drowning in grief. She kept trying to speak but nothing was comprehensible. Drake went over and sat next to her, holding her in silence.

~~~~~

"The barbaric, honorless bastards have murdered my brother-in-law. My sister is inconsolable. This is a personal attack on the royal family and can never be forgiven so long as a Reed is on the throne. I condemn all the unchivalric Knights of the Order and all who stand by them. Our fleets will scour the seas to end this menance. They go so far as to record his death and put it on display for all the world. I encourage all to see this grisly video, for in it they see the true face of the Teutonic Order."

~ Message delivered on behalf of the Imperator, through the Foreign Affairs department ~

~~~~~

The Venetian army was besieged in Naples. Having held their ground, hoping for a ransom deal for the return of Leyton Reed, the Teutons had surrounded them, pressing on all sides. They now sought to reach the seas, for they had best bested by the Order's barbaric tactics. Poisoned, demoralized, and grieving, these brave men through their hearts into a single point on the ring around the city, breaking through and driving for the coast.

The navy around Rome abruptly left, without a single shot fired, though they made sure it was known that this was not a loss on their part. They pulled up near the coast of Naples, where the army rushed to meet them. The men ran as though the devils themselves were after them, and indeed they were. The Knights efficiently converted old outdated tactics to the modern age, axes reaping down men in the rear, even riding on horses, unheard of these days. The ships opened fire, covering the hasty retreat. As shells exploded among the mounted Knights from another era, a larger more imposing knight rode to the front, riding an impressive steed with gleaming, decorated armor glinting in the sun. A few shells flew there, and the rider was quickly toppled, but surrounded by his own men who halted to aid the apparent leader. It was only after the fleets set off did rumors begin to circulate that the navy had potentially wounded the Hochmiester himself, a final justification to the death of Leyton Reed.
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Menhad
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The Hochmiester was indeed wounded, shrapnel had riddled the left side of his body. The wounds where not life threatening, but the left him scarred. The wounds on his face gave him a more menacing air, cause more dread when looking at him.

But despite his injuries the Teutonic Order had emerged victorious, the skill and ferocity of the Knights bested the Venetians, despite their surprise attacks. Naples was badly damaged in the fighting, but this just gave the order the excuse to fortify it. The Order's enclave in the middle of Roman land became a fortress, one which to defend Rome from.
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OOC: This concludes the current part of the war. Wow, that was much more confusing than I thought it'd be. Since the T.O. and Venice are still hostile to each other, a new war at some point will be inevitable. When that time comes, I hope to resurrect this thread to continue the fight.

In the mean time, it is to be assumed that the navies of the Order and Venice are in a constant state of war, not seeking each other out, but not hesitating to fire on the other when sighted.
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