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A Reforged World (NO SV, You are King of Italy, in a Greatly Changed World)

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Qm does the action of reconstruction of Rome include rebuilding, repairing, recreating, restoring their splendor to all the monuments, temples, fountains, statues, coloseum, bridges, dams, reservoirs, frescoes, squares, mosaics, colons and others which Were we damaged or destroyed by weather, lack of maintenance, recovery of materials, etc?

Also I potentially found a nice project, not too expensive and not too difficult for agriculture and prestige:unclog the Tunnels of Claudius ,1.
 
Carcer said:
Qm does the action of reconstruction of Rome include rebuilding, repairing, recreating, restoring their splendor to all the monuments, temples, fountains, statues, coloseum, bridges, dams, reservoirs, frescoes, squares, mosaics, colons and others which Were we damaged or destroyed by weather, lack of maintenance, recovery of materials, etc?
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Yes it can.

in fact, I am planning more reconstruction of Rome actions.
 
Alexander Sturnn said:
I think he's still disgruntled with us, but has largely accepted the reality of the situation.

Plus, he knows how easily we can do something to him if he tries anything.
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Good,he doesn't have to worry about us trying to push him down the stairs then,still has to worry about his cardinals doing it though for his job and hat.
Edit: and i wouldn't blame them because that is a really nice hat looking hat.
 
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    • Scheduled vote count started by Magoose on Dec 7, 2023 at 8:05 PM, finished with 58 posts and 18 votes.
    • [X] Plan Heir to the United Kingdom
      -[X] The Italian Northern Defenses Act: Fortifications in the North are seen to be outdated against the now Modern type of Siege warfare through cannons.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.
      -[X] 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.
      -[X] 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.
      -[X] Foreign Diplomatic Adventures
      --[X] Attempt to convince the pope to accompany Luciano on a trip to england to attempt to convert it's people back to Catholicism. When in negotiations with the Tudors, stress them of a need for a united alliance against Protestant France and of the many benefits of continued English friendship with Italy under the Catholic Church.
      -[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)
      -[X]Child… and Children and So Much more: You are… surprised how quick and easy the birth was. DC: 0 Reward: You see your child.
      -[X] 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.
      -[X]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.
      [X] Plan Prepare For War
      -[X] 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.
      -[X] 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.
      -[X] 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.
      -[X] 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.
      -[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)
      -[X]Child… and Children and So Much more: You are… surprised how quick and easy the birth was. DC: 0 Reward: You see your child.
      -[X]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.
      -[X]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.
      [X] Plan Storm on the Horizon
      -[X] The Italian Northern Defenses Act
      -[X] A Central Italian Bank
      -[X] Foreign Diplomatic Adventures
      --[X] Attempt to convince the pope to accompany Luciano on a trip to england to attempt to convert it's people back to Catholicism.
      -[X] Invest in the Future
      --[X] attempt to alleviate food shortages in naples and restore order to the city.
      -[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)
      -[X] Child… and Children and So Much more
      -[X]The Keys of State Craft
      -[X]Innovate or Die
      --[X] Steampowered Transport Carriages and Tracks: The Creation of the Steam Engine brings forth a great potential towards the potential of the future. The possibilities of a wagonless transportation device is what interests you. You spend time producing a Horseless Steampowered Form of transportation that can carry materials and people to different places..of course with its tracks.
      [X] Plan Learn Fiscal Responsibility, To Avert Italia's Downfall
      -[X] 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.
      -[X] 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.
      -[X] 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.
      -[X] 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.
      -[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)
      -[X] 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.
      -[X] 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.
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    Book 4 Chapter 2: Oh... Lord
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    -[X] 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. Rolled:D100 + 25 => 109+D100 + 25 => 78

    Reaction From Other Nations:D100 => 2

    First Minister Octavian's proclamation of the defenses to the borders was met with great applause from the Senate.

    Milan's council, the city burger class had spent much of the first months of the First Minister's term… begging him to begin fortificatons. To secure the border from any aggressor.

    The Northern Frontier has always been in a state of contention since Unification, with France, and the Empire laying claim to many territories that could be seen as their rightful territory.

    To have them cut off. To have them all under Italian issues, where the lucrative trade of the wondrous Italian Florin no longer being under threat from Mercenaries and bandits and raiding armies looking to make a fortune…

    To not have them in a state of flux would be disastrous, for the Emperor's prestige. For the King of France's new revolution on the Catholic world. A revolution that was taking shape in a way that would be devastating.

    Where the church was sacked. Looted. Bowing down to the new Emperor of France, and his new clergy that preached that he was the true spiritual guide to the Christian world. Not the pope. And he had the Army to silence all who would stand against him.

    The Army, the city's architects, and engineers were given a task that could not be stopped.

    Italy would see itself safe.

    Reward: Italy begins one of the most important fortification programs in its short history, spending untold millions of FLorins to build a line of fortifications along her northern boarders.

    The Emperor of the Germans, in all but name, has protested and spoke that such actions will disrupt relationships that many could not come back from.

    The New Emperor of France, the former King… has all but declared war. Declaring any Italian who enters his lands will be captured, for not only ransom but to convert to his Holy light.
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    -[X] 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. Rolled:D100 + 25 => 62

    It seems, in your absence of making guns, and… producing them… You have started a revolution.

    Beretta has begun producing multi-barreled firearms like that special arm you made for Severin. Though heavy, and still using a wheel design, they are clearly functional, and popular weapons among local garrison troops, but not nearly as much as the regular army. Too heavy they said. But they were focused on heavy arms for accuracy, leisure, and for simple garrison work.

    Another firearms corporation, Romulus Arms, was a designer of pistols, not unlike you before gaining a crown. But they were focused on making the single-shot, rapid-fire designs that had managed to somehow pass muster for the Italian Navy. Their "Regalia" Design was a single-shot, muzzle-loaded pistol, like many others. Yet it had a flintlock design, one of your own designs, and it was gaining popularity as rugged, reliable, and above all else, rapid fire. Sure it didn't have multiple barrels… but they didn't need it. Making them cheap, and popular.

    And finally The Royal Arms Company, formally, the Grazini Firearms… was whatever the hell you wanted. Cannon. Rifles. Pistols. All were built to serve at your leisure and for your own designs. Them having you as its maker… well had a real royal stamp of approval. And they made anything that struck your fancy. Including arming the Army with simple designs. Though the army is rather sad that you have begun to turn away from the Wheel lock designs, to the cheaper, and more reliable flintlock mechanisms.

    All are selling weapons quite a lot. Italian arms exports from other nations are seen as higher quality…

    And all have a reputation of Excellence.

    Though all know that you will make a cartridge design that will be cheap and effective… something that all firearms manufacturers are waiting to see. Because if it is… the possibilities are endless.

    You had proven the concept well enough. But making it cheap… difficult.

    Reward: Three large Italian Arms manufacturing corporations are in the Italian Arms industry. All produce high-quality weapons, for various uses.

    And all are banking on you to push firearms and ammunition forward, as you have done before.
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    -[X] 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. Rolled:D100 + 25 => 36

    You learned that the Banking families are demanding this new central bank to secure their assets. And won't take no for an answer.

    Bare success: The Banking families are all about to band together to make their own central bank. And either you give them a charter, or they will do it themselves.

    Giving them an incredible amount of power over Italy's fiscal policy.
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    -[X] Foreign Diplomatic Adventures
    --[X] Attempt to convince the pope to accompany Luciano on a trip to england to attempt to convert it's people back to Catholicism. When in negotiations with the Tudors, stress them of a need for a united alliance against Protestant France and of the many benefits of continued English friendship with Italy under the Catholic Church. Rolled:D100 + 25 => 42

    To say the King of England did not approve… of this matter. He did not want the Italians interfering with the affairs of the Papacy.

    But he did thank you for setting up the meeting.

    Bare Failure: The English have shut you out from negotiations.

    But they are negotiating with the Pope. (World Rumor mill update)
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    -[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) Rolled:D100 + 25 => 75

    Ezio looked at you with a smile. "Well, brother. Sorry for being late."

    He was covered in blood. "Can I see the kid?"

    You were looking at his bloodied sword. "Oh sorry bout that. Seems that mercenaries wanted your child's head."

    (Continued in An Heir)
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    -[X]Child… and Children and So Much more: You are… surprised how quick and easy the birth was. DC: 0 Reward: You see your child. Rolled:D100 + 25 => 109+D100 + 25 => 121+D100 + 25 => 118+D100 + 25 => 117+D100 + 25 => 108+D100 + 25 => 41

    An Heir is born, under auspicious signs.

    Your child is not… normal, according to the priests, and the doctors. Too many signs point to too many questions than answers.

    (Continued in: An Heir)
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    -[X] 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. Rolled:D100 + 25 => 57

    You learned. Because you had to.

    +1 to Charisma.
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    -[X]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. Rolled:D100 + 85 => 180
    D100 + 85 => 181
    D100 + 85 => 142
    D100 + 85 => 110
    D100 + 85 => 159
    D100 + 85 => 86

    Breechloading was always something that you considered a fantasy. To load a shell into it was considered… well unheard of.

    You didn't think you could do it.

    But you still designed a cannon that could do it anyway. To soothe your curiosity.

    And it worked.

    Now all you needed was to make the ammunition cheaper.

    Reward: You made a breechloading canon… a howitzer. Now if only you could make better ammunition.
     
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    • Not Ideal, but we at least delivered the pope and maybe he can not fuck things up? Just this one time?

    Well I wasn't expecting them to be happy with us using our wealth and steel to fortify the border.

    Just the one child?

    Ezio, tell us more. Spare no details.
     
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    Good news, we have howitzers and a very remarkable child

    Bad news, we're about to be at war wirh Europe again

    However, more good news, I think the army and navy is going to be quite the beating stick
     
    Magoose said:
    Your child is not… normal, according to the priests, and the doctors.
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    Don't Worry lads, it's a Self Insert that is panicking at the realisation that their technological superior knowledge is getting out-paced by Luciano..and how he screwed up all of their foreknowledge without doing anything.

    Archivist Grim said:
    we're about to be at war wirh Europe again
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    It'll be called the Luciano Wars, A War of Survival that if failed, will destroy Italia.
     
    France takes offense at us preparing to defend ourselves, and Great Britain don't approve of our influence over the vatican.
    The three sides of an oncoming war?
     
    Themarineguy said:
    Considering our relationship with the pope…
    That isn't exactly reassuring. :V
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    It's either he gets purged when Rome gets the torch by the French, or he joins in with the Franco-Italian(Prussian) War.

    Meaning, he has nothing to lose if he joins the Italians.

    France's new stance against catholicism would alert the Austrians and Spanish..however, it is likely France may have already conducted DIplomatic ventures to secure Austrian Neutrality by offering Venice, Istria, and Dalmatia as Territorial Concessions.

    The Hungarians may attempt an invasion in joining the French out of revenge against the Italian Monarch.

    Spain and Great Britain would be the Wildcard to guarantee victory against France, as the HRE is regrowing its strength, however, if we only do diplomatic ventures on the possibilities of a French domination on Sea and Land with a possible invasion of Britain itself from the French out of revenge of the 100 Years Wars.
     
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    Magoose said:
    That depends on how the Pope does.

    Thankfully this pope isn't going to die anytime soon...

    Hopefully. :V
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    Well, given that the most notorious Protestant ideology postulates that the representative of God on Earth is the King of FRANCE of all people, the Pope shouldn't have too much trouble convincing the British not to follow that heresy.
    And if the King of England decides to emulate him and elevate himself to Pope, well it shouldn't be very difficult to set them against each other in a Holy War to prove who is the real Protestant Pope.
    Meanwhile, the Orthodox Russians are laughing their asses off.
     
    Nemonowan said:
    Well, given that the most notorious Protestant ideology postulates that the representative of God on Earth is the King of FRANCE of all people, the Pope shouldn't have too much trouble convincing the British not to follow that heresy.
    And if the King of England decides to emulate him and elevate himself to Pope, well it shouldn't be very difficult to set them against each other in a Holy War to prove who is the real Protestant Pope.
    Meanwhile, the Orthodox Russians are laughing their asses off.
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    And the Jews?
    Now that I think about it, have we ever seen how our kingdom treats people who are not Catholic?
     
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