Book 4: Chapter 1 A New Government
In which our Hero, meets his equal… in ambition to change the world.
Senator, Now First Minister Octavious, or Octavian, as he is called by everyone else, was a known figure all over Rome. He was the proprietor of the Times New Roman, possibly one of the most important institutions that has sprung up since the Unification.
It's slowly reaching all of Italy. You knew it was a weekly paper that was only produced once a week because of a lack of availability. Yet he made do with several long articles from anything from fashion, politics, economics, and even Inventions. It was fascinating.
Yet you also knew the man as a radical, with many warning you that he had plans. A great deal of plans to shake up Italy at the foundations, with very long lists and plans that would take years to see to fruition.
Yet here, he sat, a smile on his face, and you could not read it. "First Minister." You said.
He smiled. "Your majesty." He kissed the ring before he sat down across from you. "I won't be… playing a game with you sir. You know what I want. What I plan to do."
"Correct." You replied. "And while I support you in all ways that I am allowed. I will say my hesitation to publicly support this."
He nodded. "Correct."
You gave a nod. "Shall we begin?"
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The Reforms of Octavian: These Reforms are the brainchild of Octavian, a man who wishes to do away with the backwardness of the nation.
All Reforms will take 4 turns, or more if rolls are low.
(Choose 1)
[] The Octavian Electives Schooling: Believing an addition could be developed for the creation of a new field of Study that would benefit Italy as a whole for the future. Octavian approaches the Parliament with the proposal of a collection of Elective Classes for Students to attend on their own choice compared to Mandatory Subjects. The Following would be accounted as Electives: Economics (Championed by Octavian as a worthy Field of Study with the creation of a book dedicated to its current history to learn from, and a guidance plan towards utilising real examples and allows the Students to explore and receive help when they request for it), Engineering, Political Studies, Medical Sciences (Championed by Octavian as another field of study to approach, inviting Medical Experts that has the desire of teaching to..well teach), Chemical Sciences (Proposed by Octavian as a result to His Majesty's innovation and creation of a field of Study).
[] The Octavian Economics Field of Study: Believing an addition could be developed for the creation of a new field of Study that would benefit Italy as a whole for the future. Octavian approaches the Parliament with the proposal of an additional class on the basis he dubs "Economics" -- The Study of the concept of "Wealth". He also introduces a Book that collects all past economics-related notes, thought processes, and how it would've been practiced.
[] The Italian Agriculture Land and Farmer's Reform Phase One: Senator Octavian proposes a beginning to a set of phases that would amount towards a solution to the "Serfdom Question". Phase One focuses towards surveying the lands across Italy, preferably in the lands that would be open to Senator Octavian's Project, and begin the creations of Serf-Towns and Farms, along with the creation of the Serf-Town's Budget.
[] The Italian Army Revitalisation Act: Noting that the Army is currently in dire straits, Senator Octavian proposes the creation of a staff of Army Officials to coordinate in a cooperative effort towards the Reformation of the Army from every operation possible (Training, Logistic Supply, Strategic Decisions, Doctrines, Finances, Information, Battle-Readiness, etc.), an enlarged Budget is established to the Army to see the reforms done, and to employ and actively encourage new officers to have a voice in the Italian Army Reform Staff.
[] The Italian Northern Defenses Act: Fortifications in the North are seen to be outdated against the now Modern type of Siege warfare through cannons. The Prime Minister, Randio Travioli, recommends the official positioning of Border Security through revitalisation of the Fortifications in addition to new Forts developed at Strategic positioning with upgrades (such as the addition of Cannons to the forts) and changes to previous designs to make the Fortress less likely to break down against Cannon fire.
[] The Italian Agency for Infrastructure and Public Works: Senator Octavian proposes the expansion of the Da Vinci System of Road Maintenance to be expanded into a Government Agency with an added focus on other necessary infrastructure works with an effort towards: Maintenance, Upgrades, and Construction. Civilians can request service of the agency via payment to act as a renovation and construction company. This Company would also be accounted as a Crown Corporation with its leadership being a position chosen by His Majesty the King under further notice.
[] The Royal Coal and Iron Company: A Scheme that Octavian proposes to have both Iron and Coal mines and the land near it under one directive under the Government's control of the production of those resources. This Company would also be accounted as a Crown Corporation with its leadership being a position chosen by His Majesty the King under further notice.
[] The Royal Steel Mill Company: A Scheme that Senator Octavian proposes to begin investing towards creating Italy's first Steel Production Plant that utilises the Luciano Processes as a way of producing Steel on a larger scale. This Company would also be accounted as a Crown Corporation with its leadership being a position chosen by His Majesty the King under further notice.
[] The Royal Sicilian Sulphur Company: Senator Octavian, seeing the up-coming costs of ammunition in the form of blackpowder, proposes the official creation of a Company based in Sicily in excavating Sulphur for the production of blackpowder. This Company would also be accounted as a Crown Corporation with its leadership being a position chosen by His Majesty the King under further notice.
[] The Saltpeter Collection Act: With the scarcity of Saltpeter compared to Sulphur is a major stopping point towards Black Powder production, with the only source belonging to the HRE and the Syrians, Senator Octavian proposes a scheme dictating to farmers who can source Saltpeter, to be paid money if the material is given to the Government.
[] The Royal Firearms and Ammunition Company: Senator Octavian proposes a radical change towards the production of weapons and ammunition, rather than relying on grumbling gunsmiths, he suggests the creation of a Royal Company, owned by the Government, towards producing Firearms, cartridges, and ammunition of the weapons in a specialised building. This Company would also be accounted as a Crown Corporation with its leadership being a position chosen by His Majesty the King under further notice. Since the Grazini Company is already acting as the Royal Firearms company, it will take on its name.
[] The Royal Engines Company: Senator Octavian proposes the creation of a specialised building dedicated towards the creation of Steam Engines to increase the supply of the machinery to be bought in the Markets and used by other Industries when needed. This Company would also be accounted as a Crown Corporation with its leadership being a position chosen by His Majesty the King under further notice.
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Governmental Action:
You have 3 actions.
[]The Gunmakers of Italy: Besides yourself, and Beretta, there are other arms manufacturers that are trying to win contracts for the Italian Army. And you want to see what they are, and what they can give. DC: 40 Reward: You learn of Italy's growing Arms industry.
[]The Calls for Protection: You are hearing calls from the many bankers and Companies that wish for protectionist Tariffs on all Exports… A strange thing, but you will see if you can answer them. DC: ??? Reward: You see what those Tariffs can do, and see if they are stupid or not.
[]A Central Italian Bank: The Banking Class of Italy wants a Central Bank, not a decentralized system that currently works in Italy… where Florence, Milan, and Naples dominate. DC: ??? Reward: You see what is the fuss about a central bank.
[]Forign Diplomatic Adventures: You are to send diplomats out and about to make sure that the interests of Italy are respected. DC: ?? Reward: You see what is to be done. (Linetail what you want to do diplomatically)
[]Ordering the Navy: You have the most powerful navy in the world. You can use it as you see fit. So you will see it. DC:??? Reward: You use the Navy to enforce your diplomatic will. (Linetail what you want them to do)
[]Invest in the Future: You want to invest in your country, and there are a few ways you can do that (Write in what you want to invest in) DC: ??? Reward: You invest in the nation (Linetail what you want to invest in below this action as a line tail)
[]The New World: You want to plan a new world Expedition. DC: 40/80 Reward: You begin the Planning phases of a New World Expedition.
Personal Actions:
You have 3 actions.
[X]The Eagle: Ezio has returned and is back to the problem at hand. Trying to serve as a friend to a king. DC: 40 Reward: You meet Ezio again. (Autopasses this turn)
[]Child… and Children and So Much more: You are… surprised how quick and easy the birth was. DC: 0 Reward: You see your child.
[]Simple Moments Alone: Isabella cuddled up against you as you both took a moment to sit and watch the sun. "So… what now?" You asked. DC: ??? Reward: You and Isabella talk.
[]Retiernment: Macheveli is enjoying his retirement. But that does not mean you do not come to him for wisdom. DC: 0 Reward: You get Wisdom from your Old Master.
[]The Prince: You are going to learn from your master's book, and see what wisdom you can gleam. DC: 55 Reward: you learn how to be a Prince of a nation.
[]Of God and Command: Your Master is not just a diplomat without peers, but he is a commander of men, and while he is not as seasoned as other commanders in Italy, he does have immaculate organizational skills. DC: 25 Reward: You learn how to command men, and to be a leader.
[]The Keys of State Craft: Your master wants you to learn the fine arts of making friends and allies. Even if it means you abhor them. DC: 40 Reward: You learn the fine arts of diplomacy.
[]The Law of the Land: You need to learn how this new constitution works. And that means doing other things. Like learning how laws work. DC: 40 Reward: You learn more about the law.
[]The New Nobility: You want to meet the new courtiers. AKA the people you know will be wishing to be parasites to the state. DC: 30 Reward: You talk to the new courtiers.
[]The Diplomatic Situation: You need to know how the state is viewed by the Rest of Europe. DC: 40 Reward: You see the documents. And worry about progress.
[]Innovate or Die: You are the greatest engineer alive. Perhaps you can come up with something. DC:??? Reward: You invent something (Must line tail what you wish to invent below this action, can be taken multiple times)
[]To Design a Better Gun (Firing mechanism): You have an idea to make the Design better, and now all you need to do is put it to paper and try it out. DC: ??? Reward: You make the gun better.
[]To Design a Better Gun (Reload Speed): You have an idea to make the Design better, and now all you need to do is put it to paper and try it out. DC: ??? Reward: You make the gun better.
[]To Design a Better Gun (Manufacturing): You have an idea to make the Design better, and now all you need to do is put it to paper and try it out. DC: ??? Reward: You make the gun better. For yourself to make it that is.
[]To Design a Better Gun (Cannons): Your field battery is not the best, you know it, your navy knows it, and your army knows it.
[]To Design a Better Gun (Cannons, Ammunition): You want to see if you can make a better cannon shot. Reward: You make the explosive better.
AN: Enjoy and vote in plan format please.
