To Deal With Snakes
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[X] Relieved. Everything starts to make sense, it was never you. The Ge were the true enemy hiding behind Leng Jun and manipulating things to the detriment of all. For the good of Xinshen, you will inform the prefect about your suspicions and act with him together for a brighter future for Xinshen.
You are taken aback at first, leaning a hand against the tree you relieved yourself against only moments before. You can scarcely believe this is true, that the treachery of a family you considered friends had spread so deep throughout the region. Ge Maiyu...had you not sworn promises together to fight side by side for a better Xinshen? Had there not been a single crumb of sincerity in her words from the very start? They sought to exploit you, manipulate you, use you and discard you, like they had done to so many before. Like they had even done to Leng Jun, it had seemed. It was becoming clear that, assuming Yu Zhong was right, any friendship you had ever considered you had with Ge Maiyu had been a farce, a mummery all along. Ge Lang had only shown you kindness and favours to assist in carrying out his own agendas, as if you were a common weiqi piece being placed on a board. For a moment, as you think this over, and recollect every interaction you ever had with that clan, you start to worry, you start to doubt, you begin to reveal from these multitude of revelations..
And then, you smile. You step away from the tree. The smile on your face grows, and grows, until it stretches from cheek to cheek. Then, you let out a chuckle. It is low, almost guttural. Deep in tone, you feel it rise from the very depths of your stomach, and it rises until it uncontrollably bellows out of your mouth. The revelation of this betrayal is a relief, you feel lighter than you have in months. As you watch Yu Zhong raise his eyebrows in surprise at you, you cover your mouth, stifling back further mirth and chuckles.
"Ha...haha...Ex...excellent work, Yu Zhong. Haha. Good, good." You manage to get out, before you prevent yourself from blurting out into full on guffawing. "Hahaha. Good, good. This news is most advantageous indeed. Now that I think about it, this is actually quite relieving!"
"Liang Shu?" Yu Zhong gives you a curious glance, head tilted very slightly to the right as he looks you over.
"Hahaha. Since New Year, or even before then, I knew there was a snake somewhere around here. I was well aware of the presence of vermin, ready to sink its fangs and spread its venom the moment I was exposed and vulnerable. Truthfully, I have been concerned about this for quite some time, I have lost more than a few hours of sleep over this." You pace back and forth, once hand behind your back. With your other arm, you hold an index finger high, and begin waggling it in the air as you step. "I was finding it difficult to trust anyone, and I had to focus all my thoughts and senses on military affairs and the bandit dilemma, lest I got lost in a maze of paranoia within my own mind. Now, it is as if I have been woken from a bad dream, with bright morning rays illuminating the truth before me! Yu Zhong, my dear friend, your words are tonic to me, curing me of this...this plague I was suffering from." Everything is becoming clear. You know what has to be done. You know now what you have to do.
Yu Zhong gives a wry smile, and a quick flourish of his arm. "I am only glad to be of service, and I can only express regret that my suspicions seem to have come to fruition, Liang Shu."
You stop pacing, look at him, and shake your hand. "Regret? Do not feel regret! This betrayal has cut deep, and that family of vipers means nothing to me anymore, Yu Zhong." Your smile stretches wider. And wider. "Hahaha. I can see now I have been concentrating too much on the enemy without. I never quite imagined such terrible treachery had infested the very heart of Xinshen, not after I had Leng Jun disposed of. Indeed, it seems now they played their own hand in contributing to the miserable fate that befell this land following the death of my father. I have sworn a solemn and sacred oath, Yu Zhong, on the still unavenged shrine of my ancestors, that I would save this county of Xinshen. I will bring decisive judgement to the Ge, just as I intend to lead us in bringing these accursed brigand wretches to the sword."
"Yes, indeed. I am most pleased to hear those words, Liang Shu." Yu Zhong smiles at you, flicking his wrists. "I shall continue my investigations then. We shall need more evidence and uncover the full truth of this sorry affair. I do believe, however, that to the Ge, this will be akin to us kicking a leg off a table. It will only be a matter of time before the whole thing collapses."
"Yes. Yes, we will do this properly. They will pay dearly for what they have done, Yu Zhong. I am a man of my word. Ge Lang, Ge Maiyu, Ge Dejun, and anyone else involved in this betrayal will be made to severely regret their actions. The whole nest of snakes must be exterminated, lest any of their poison leak." As you say this, you feel your eyes widening, your breath shortening, your hand clenching into a fist. "Trust me on this, Yu Zhong! I will not allow them to escape justice for what they have done. Xinshen is my home! Xinshen is my county! I vowed to protect it and restore it to tranquillity, and that is what I will do!"
"That is what we will do." Yu Zhong gives you a nod. "You can continue to count on my utmost support in this matter, as ever, Liang Shu."
You barely hear this, as your mind harkens back to words someone else said to you a few months back...words of a man who, although ever distant, you have come to respect more and more.
It was not just words, you remember them as clearly as if he had just said them to you.
They were a lesson.
They were advice.
They were wisdom.
"You should already start planning for what you intend to do, Liang Shu. A quick death will be too easy, I imagine. Think about all the pain and suffering that he has caused you, all the misery he has wrought your family."
"...you should savour every moment. As you bring him pain, as you spill his blood slowly, drop by drop, I want you to look him in the eyes, Liang Shu."
"Gain pleasure from the pain of your nemesis, boy. Let his screams fill your ears and echo in your mind and heart. Allow him for beg for mercy, allow him to plead for a swift demise at your hands."
You find Yu Zhong flinching slightly, as you stare ahead, unblinking at him. With a low hiss of a voice, you whisper to him.
"I will make them pay for this, Zhong. I will boil them for what they have done. The Ge will rot."
For the slightest of moments, Yu Zhong seems almost a little uneasy. Then, his usual jovial smile returns, as he offers a slight bow. "Poignant words indeed, Liang Shu. They deserve nothing less. Now, may I make a suggestion? I believe that it is in our best interest to hurry to present this information to Prefect Zhang Xiu, before the battle begins. I advise we waste no time, lest the Ge decide to use their venom against us."
"Yes." You take a deep breath, to calm yourself. You remind yourself that you still have to do things by the ancient laws of the Han, lest you be the one painted as a villain by history. "Yes, you are of course correct. Very well, let us make haste to return to the city, and plea for an audience with the Prefect. If nothing else, Zhang Xiu needs to be warned."
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"My thanks, gentlemen, for bringing these matters to my attention." Zhang Xiu says with a weary sigh, as he sits behind his desk in the dimly lit council chambers. The room is otherwise empty aside from you and Yu Zhong, sat across from each other, and the darkly robed adviser of Zhang Xiu, as ever lurking in the back behind the prefect. "It appears that you have added a few more strokes of paint to the picture of corruption and malice that we have already uncovered in recent days. My own official investigations into these matters seem to have ran parallel to your own."
"You know of the Ge's treachery as well, Prefect Zhang?" Yu Zhong asks.
Zhang Xiu gives a careful and measured reply. "Evidence and statements are being gathered. So far, should all these prove to be true, the Ge clan have worrying designs on this county."
"Then I beg that you do something to stop them, Prefect Zhang!" You say, perhaps not quite as measured as you have hoped. "Their crimes are a multitude, their villainy clear!"
Zhang Xiu raises a hand. "We are in agreement, however, I must act with caution here. Forgive me, but there is very little I can do for now, Liang Shu. Firstly, I am concerned about arresting our own allies on the eve before such a climatic battle. As concerning and worrying the rumours I have heard about Master Ge Dejun may be, he is still a leader of a local defence force. Morale may collapse if we turn on each other. His followers and men may mutiny and riot. We need a united front if we are survive this bandit invasion, this is not the time to be drawing our blades against each other. Secondly, lord Ge Lang is very respected among the local elites and gentry. Popular support may turn against us should we bring him to court without sufficient evidence. I understand fully how you must feel, but for now, Liang Shu, I must ask that you wait until after these battles have concluded. Once we have driven away these mountain brigands, we can turn our full attention to internal affairs. Until then, we shall rely on the Ge for their support, for the sake of Xinshen itself."
As much as you want to take rash action yourself, you have to admit that Zhang Xiu does have a point here. The Ge family has many supporters in the region, and you doubt they or their client clans will remain passive if decisive action was taken. For the time being at least, you realise it is best to at least feign ignorance to your knowledge of this affair, and make use of whatever manpower and resources the Ge can bring to the war effort. Even if it might hurt your heart, bluffing continued friendship with those rats is the rational and logical move.
For now, at least.
"Your words are wise, Prefect Zhang." You give him a salute. "Let us forget about this matter for now, then, and concentrate fully on the short term issue of the bandit incursion."
He gives a slight smile, and a nod. "Yes, indeed. A war council shall be held here tomorrow morning. I am counting on you and yours to attend, Liang Shu. We shall tolerate these rebels and caitiffs no longer. Tomorrow, we shall act to scurry and scatter them before us for good."
With that, salutes are shared, and the meeting comes to an end.
As you and Yu Zhong pace silently through the garden of the administration building towards the gates, you hear soft footsteps behind you. Turning around, you see a somewhat hurried Jia Xu, trying to get your attention.
"Master Jia." Yu Zhong says respectfully, giving the adviser a bow of reverence.
"My apologies, dear sirs, I did not want to keep you too long." Jia Xu speaks, "However, I did not want to see you leave without sharing with you some knowledge and insight that may prove useful for your battlefield preparations."
You fold your arms. "Oh? What insight might this be? Please, master, I would be honoured if you would enlighten us."
He gives a very slight smile. "It has come to my attention that our ally, the Master Ge Dejun, is desperate for glory and plaudits in the coming battles. It is well known that he seeks to make his own name for himself and win fame, and is eager indeed to ride to war." Jia Xu says. "As he is so confident in his abilities, would it not be best to let him have an opportunity? After all, Master Liang, the names of you and your lieutenants are already on the lips of all within this region, and much further beyond even. Rather than attempt to seize yet more glories for yourselves, perhaps it would be prudent to take a humbler approach? Master Ge Dejun will be itching to take the vanguard tomorrow, I am sure he would be most appreciative if you allow him this opportunity to prove himself. After all, a warrior and leader of his capabilities is sure to make a great impact if allowed to show the world his true colours, and I am sure all would agree it would be a shame indeed should harm or ignobility befall him."
"Indeed. We shall take this into consideration, Master Jia. My thanks indeed for this most useful knowledge." Yu Zhong responds, in a way that you know he is already formulating a ploy. As you two continue to make your way back to your encampment, you believe you have a very good idea yourself what Jia Xu might have been implying...
Final Preparations Before The Battle
This is your last chance to spend Wealth and Renown before the Final Battle for Xinshen begins, and your final chance to rearrange or alter unit equipment.
Infantry
Liang 1st Levy
Troop Count - 101
Training - Skilled
- Spears, Swords, Shields and Armour
Liang 2nd Levy
Troop Count - 95
Training - Skilled
- Swords, Spears and Shields
Taiyuan Youxia
Troop Count - 49
Training - Veterans
- Swords, Armour
Liang Guards
Troop Count: 150
Training: Trained
- Spears and Shields
1st Infantry Unit
Troop Count - 35
Training- Regulars
- Spears and Shields
Ce Family Irregulars
Troop Count- 18
Training - Regulars
- Halberds and Armour
Ce Clan Regulars
Troop Count - 96
Training - Regulars
- Halberds, Armour
Yu Family Levy
Troop Count- 170
Training -Trained
- Spears and Shields
Ji Household Recruits
Troop Count - 120
Training - Trained
- Swords and Shields
1st Axe Infantry
Troop Count - 150
Training - Trained
- Axes and Shields
6th Infantry Unit
Troop Count - 200
Training - Trained
- Spears and Shields
7th Infantry Unit
Troop Count - 200
Training - Trained
- Swords and Shields
Henei Woodsmen
Troop Count - 80
Training - Adept
- Axes, Shields, Spears
Qiancheng Volunteers
Troop Count - 150
Training - Trained
- Spears, Shields
Ce An's Students
Troop Count - 12
Training - Skilled
- Halberds (T2), Armour
Ranged
1st Mounted Scouting Unit
Troop Count- 30
Training- Adept
- Bows, Swords and Steeds
Speciality -
Shangdang Local Knowledge - These hunters know Shangdang's geography extremely well, and grant bonus to any Scout attempts they make in the commandery.
Shangdang Sharpshooters
Troop Count- 142
Training- Veterans
- Bows, Swords and Armour
Speciality -
Shangdang Local Knowledge - These hunters know Shangdang's geography extremely well, and grant bonus to any Scout attempts they make in the commandery.
1st Archer Unit
Troop Count- 70
Training - Regulars
- Bows and Bludgeons
2nd Archer Unit
Troop Count- 68
Training - Regulars
- Bows and Bludgeons
3rd Archer Unit
Troop Count- 100
Training- Adept
- Bows and Bludgeons
4th Archer Unit
Troop Count - 80
Training - Trained
- Bows and Swords
5th Archer Unit
Troop Count - 100
Training - Trained
- Bows and Bludgeons
1st Crossbow Unit
Troop Count- 200
Training- Regulars
- Crossbows, Spears and Bludgeons
2nd Crossbow Unit
Troop Count - 150
Training - Trained
Crossbows and Bludgeons
Qiancheng Hunters
Troop Count -50
Training - Trained
- Bows, Axes
Cavalry
The Boars' Chargers
Troop Count- 60
Training- Skilled
- Halberds, Axes, Armour, Shields and Steeds
1st Liang Clan Mounted Veterans
Troop Count- 107
Training- Elite
- Swords(T2), Spears, Armour and Steeds
3rd Liang Mounted Veterans
Troop Count - 101
Training - Veteran
- Swords (T2), Armour, Steeds
Ce Mounted Veterans
Troop Count - 48
Training - Veterans
- Halberds (T2), Armour, Steeds
1st Mounted Volunteers
Troop Count- 110
Training - Veteran
- Swords, Spears, Armour and Steeds
2nd Mounted Volunteers
Troop Count- 60
Training- Regulars
- Swords, Spears, Armour and Steeds
3rd Mounted Volunteers
Troop Count - 50
Training - Veteran
- Axes, Armour, Shields, Halberds and Steeds
Liang Clan Companions
Troop Count: 100
Training: Adept
-Swords, Bows, Armour and Steeds
Ce Clan Battlemaidens
Troop Count - 125
Training - Adept
- Halberds, Steeds, Armour
Lady Ce Xiang's Bodyguards
Troop Count- 20
Training- Veteran
- Swords, Spears, Shields, Armour and Steeds
Battlemaidens' Escort - Made up of young women personally selected by Lady Ce An who are sworn to protect her niece - the numbers of this unit cannot be modified, but their equipment can. This unit fights harder if Lady Ce Xiang is personally on the front lines and in combat. If Ce Xiang is wounded or in danger, morale of this unit increases. They must be commanded by her for these bonuses to come into effect. This unit will not rout from morale loss unless Ce Xiang is slain on the field.
Lu Family Guard
Troop Count- 9
Training - Veteran
- Swords, Halberds, Armour and Steeds
* Can only be commanded by Lu Lingqi.
Surplus Equipment
880 Wealth
312 Swords, 354 Axes, 140 Bows, 120 Spears, 244 Shields, 140 Armour, 190 Bludgeons, 32 Halberds and 67 Steeds, all T1
Liang 1st Levy
Troop Count - 101
Training - Skilled
- Spears, Swords, Shields and Armour
Liang 2nd Levy
Troop Count - 95
Training - Skilled
- Swords, Spears and Shields
Taiyuan Youxia
Troop Count - 49
Training - Veterans
- Swords, Armour
Liang Guards
Troop Count: 150
Training: Trained
- Spears and Shields
1st Infantry Unit
Troop Count - 35
Training- Regulars
- Spears and Shields
Ce Family Irregulars
Troop Count- 18
Training - Regulars
- Halberds and Armour
Ce Clan Regulars
Troop Count - 96
Training - Regulars
- Halberds, Armour
Yu Family Levy
Troop Count- 170
Training -Trained
- Spears and Shields
Ji Household Recruits
Troop Count - 120
Training - Trained
- Swords and Shields
1st Axe Infantry
Troop Count - 150
Training - Trained
- Axes and Shields
6th Infantry Unit
Troop Count - 200
Training - Trained
- Spears and Shields
7th Infantry Unit
Troop Count - 200
Training - Trained
- Swords and Shields
Henei Woodsmen
Troop Count - 80
Training - Adept
- Axes, Shields, Spears
Qiancheng Volunteers
Troop Count - 150
Training - Trained
- Spears, Shields
Ce An's Students
Troop Count - 12
Training - Skilled
- Halberds (T2), Armour
Ranged
1st Mounted Scouting Unit
Troop Count- 30
Training- Adept
- Bows, Swords and Steeds
Speciality -
Shangdang Local Knowledge - These hunters know Shangdang's geography extremely well, and grant bonus to any Scout attempts they make in the commandery.
Shangdang Sharpshooters
Troop Count- 142
Training- Veterans
- Bows, Swords and Armour
Speciality -
Shangdang Local Knowledge - These hunters know Shangdang's geography extremely well, and grant bonus to any Scout attempts they make in the commandery.
1st Archer Unit
Troop Count- 70
Training - Regulars
- Bows and Bludgeons
2nd Archer Unit
Troop Count- 68
Training - Regulars
- Bows and Bludgeons
3rd Archer Unit
Troop Count- 100
Training- Adept
- Bows and Bludgeons
4th Archer Unit
Troop Count - 80
Training - Trained
- Bows and Swords
5th Archer Unit
Troop Count - 100
Training - Trained
- Bows and Bludgeons
1st Crossbow Unit
Troop Count- 200
Training- Regulars
- Crossbows, Spears and Bludgeons
2nd Crossbow Unit
Troop Count - 150
Training - Trained
Crossbows and Bludgeons
Qiancheng Hunters
Troop Count -50
Training - Trained
- Bows, Axes
Cavalry
The Boars' Chargers
Troop Count- 60
Training- Skilled
- Halberds, Axes, Armour, Shields and Steeds
1st Liang Clan Mounted Veterans
Troop Count- 107
Training- Elite
- Swords(T2), Spears, Armour and Steeds
3rd Liang Mounted Veterans
Troop Count - 101
Training - Veteran
- Swords (T2), Armour, Steeds
Ce Mounted Veterans
Troop Count - 48
Training - Veterans
- Halberds (T2), Armour, Steeds
1st Mounted Volunteers
Troop Count- 110
Training - Veteran
- Swords, Spears, Armour and Steeds
2nd Mounted Volunteers
Troop Count- 60
Training- Regulars
- Swords, Spears, Armour and Steeds
3rd Mounted Volunteers
Troop Count - 50
Training - Veteran
- Axes, Armour, Shields, Halberds and Steeds
Liang Clan Companions
Troop Count: 100
Training: Adept
-Swords, Bows, Armour and Steeds
Ce Clan Battlemaidens
Troop Count - 125
Training - Adept
- Halberds, Steeds, Armour
Lady Ce Xiang's Bodyguards
Troop Count- 20
Training- Veteran
- Swords, Spears, Shields, Armour and Steeds
Battlemaidens' Escort - Made up of young women personally selected by Lady Ce An who are sworn to protect her niece - the numbers of this unit cannot be modified, but their equipment can. This unit fights harder if Lady Ce Xiang is personally on the front lines and in combat. If Ce Xiang is wounded or in danger, morale of this unit increases. They must be commanded by her for these bonuses to come into effect. This unit will not rout from morale loss unless Ce Xiang is slain on the field.
Lu Family Guard
Troop Count- 9
Training - Veteran
- Swords, Halberds, Armour and Steeds
* Can only be commanded by Lu Lingqi.
Surplus Equipment
880 Wealth
312 Swords, 354 Axes, 140 Bows, 120 Spears, 244 Shields, 140 Armour, 190 Bludgeons, 32 Halberds and 67 Steeds, all T1
Renown: 25
Warrior Culture
Your men are warriors. They are born for this.
Slightly increases unit experience growth after every battle.
Military Requisitions
Every commander knows an army must be paid for, fed and equipped.
Slightly increases Income from all sources.
Military Research
All armies must learn to innovate in war.
Unlocks further Reforms.
Superior Breeding
Better warhorses means stronger cavalry.
Mounted units gain Fatigue slower, and recover Fatigue quicker.
Notable Army
Now that you have earned some fame, it should be easier than ever to get your name out there.
Unlocks various Estate Turn Actions that allow you to earn Renown. Comes into play the next turn after acquiring.
Sturdy Shields
When raised in unison, a wall of shields can deflect even a storm of arrows.
Decreases damage shielded soldiers take by missiles.
Keen Blades
Stab 'em with the pointy end!
All sword wielding troops deal slightly more damage.
Shield Bash
It won't be difficult to train your soldiers in more offensive applications of shields.
Sword, axe and bludgeon wielding infantry deal slightly more damage in close quarters if also equipped with shields.
Shield Wall
A curtain of steel to protect the frontlines.
Shielded units are more resistant to charges and frontal assaults, provided they are in formation.
Far Shot
Shoot higher, not harder! Or something!
Slightly increases the range of all missile units.
Full Gallop
A wave of hooves to run down your foes.
Cavalry units deal more damage when charging as a group.
Bandit's Bane
You specialise in fighting brigands and outlaws.
+2 Morale to all units when fighting bandits.
Keener Blades
Cut 'em with the sharp edge!
Sword wielding troops deal more damage.
Armour Training
Getting your troops used to fighting in armour can certainly help their stamina.
Armoured troops gain fatigue at a slower rate.
Shock Tactics
Master the fundamentals of cavalry warfare.
Cavalry deal more damage when charging the flank or rear of enemy line.
Warrior Culture
Your men are warriors. They are born for this.
Slightly increases unit experience growth after every battle.
Military Requisitions
Every commander knows an army must be paid for, fed and equipped.
Slightly increases Income from all sources.
Military Research
All armies must learn to innovate in war.
Unlocks further Reforms.
Superior Breeding
Better warhorses means stronger cavalry.
Mounted units gain Fatigue slower, and recover Fatigue quicker.
Notable Army
Now that you have earned some fame, it should be easier than ever to get your name out there.
Unlocks various Estate Turn Actions that allow you to earn Renown. Comes into play the next turn after acquiring.
Sturdy Shields
When raised in unison, a wall of shields can deflect even a storm of arrows.
Decreases damage shielded soldiers take by missiles.
Keen Blades
Stab 'em with the pointy end!
All sword wielding troops deal slightly more damage.
Shield Bash
It won't be difficult to train your soldiers in more offensive applications of shields.
Sword, axe and bludgeon wielding infantry deal slightly more damage in close quarters if also equipped with shields.
Shield Wall
A curtain of steel to protect the frontlines.
Shielded units are more resistant to charges and frontal assaults, provided they are in formation.
Far Shot
Shoot higher, not harder! Or something!
Slightly increases the range of all missile units.
Full Gallop
A wave of hooves to run down your foes.
Cavalry units deal more damage when charging as a group.
Bandit's Bane
You specialise in fighting brigands and outlaws.
+2 Morale to all units when fighting bandits.
Keener Blades
Cut 'em with the sharp edge!
Sword wielding troops deal more damage.
Armour Training
Getting your troops used to fighting in armour can certainly help their stamina.
Armoured troops gain fatigue at a slower rate.
Shock Tactics
Master the fundamentals of cavalry warfare.
Cavalry deal more damage when charging the flank or rear of enemy line.
Tier I Swords - 4 Wealth
Tier I Armour - 7 Wealth
Tier I Spears - 2 Wealth
Tier II Spears - 7 Wealth
Tier I Shields - 2 Wealth
Tier I Bludgeons - 1 Wealth
Tier I Axes - 3 Wealth
Tier I Halberds - 7 Wealth
Fine Raiment (Quality I Hanfu) (+1 CHA) - Typical garb worn by traders. - 700 Wealth
Barbarian Blade (Quality I Dao) - A curved sword favoured by Xiongnu champions. - 80 Wealth
Mighty Axe (Quality I Yue) - A hefty, single edged axe. - 90 Wealth
Larkscall (Quality I Mao) - A very elegant and well designed polearm. - 85 Wealth
Sturdy Buckler (Quality I Shield) - A lightweight shield that is designed for dueling. - 140 Wealth
White Charger (Quality I Warhorse) - A well tempered white horse. - 300 Wealth
Distant Clap (Quality I Warhorse) - An older warhorse that has seen battle. - 300 Wealth
Grey Carapace (Quality I Armour) - Not particularly comfortable or easy to wear, but provides good protection. - 200 Wealth
Xiongnu Wine (Quality I Misc) - A gift item. - 45 Wealth
Scrolls of Poetry (Quality I Misc) - A gift item. - 45 Wealth
Exotic Incense (Quality I Misc) - A gift item. - 45 Wealth
Jewelled Arrow (Quality I Misc) - A gift item. - 45 Wealth
Tier I Armour - 7 Wealth
Tier I Spears - 2 Wealth
Tier II Spears - 7 Wealth
Tier I Shields - 2 Wealth
Tier I Bludgeons - 1 Wealth
Tier I Axes - 3 Wealth
Tier I Halberds - 7 Wealth
Fine Raiment (Quality I Hanfu) (+1 CHA) - Typical garb worn by traders. - 700 Wealth
Barbarian Blade (Quality I Dao) - A curved sword favoured by Xiongnu champions. - 80 Wealth
Mighty Axe (Quality I Yue) - A hefty, single edged axe. - 90 Wealth
Larkscall (Quality I Mao) - A very elegant and well designed polearm. - 85 Wealth
Sturdy Buckler (Quality I Shield) - A lightweight shield that is designed for dueling. - 140 Wealth
White Charger (Quality I Warhorse) - A well tempered white horse. - 300 Wealth
Distant Clap (Quality I Warhorse) - An older warhorse that has seen battle. - 300 Wealth
Grey Carapace (Quality I Armour) - Not particularly comfortable or easy to wear, but provides good protection. - 200 Wealth
Xiongnu Wine (Quality I Misc) - A gift item. - 45 Wealth
Scrolls of Poetry (Quality I Misc) - A gift item. - 45 Wealth
Exotic Incense (Quality I Misc) - A gift item. - 45 Wealth
Jewelled Arrow (Quality I Misc) - A gift item. - 45 Wealth
Quick Nock (10 Renown)
Under the noise and pressure of battle, it can be difficult for bowmen to nock their bows swiftly, at least without the proper training.
Archers and crossbowmen reload slightly faster.
An Eye For Talent (5 Renown)
There is wisdom in rewarding the merits of your soldiers.
Slightly increases chance of promoting an exceptional soldier to an Officer or Retainer after a battle.
Elusive Withdrawal (5 Renown)
Those who flee, live to fight another day.
Increases chances for your Officers to successfully evade capture.
Salvage (5 Renown)
If the enemy is not using it any more, then why let it go to waste?
Slightly increases amount of equipment seized after a successful battle.
All That Glitters (5 Renown)
It's not stealing if it's the enemy, right?
Slightly increases Wealth gained from looting the enemy.
Favoured Clan (10 Renown)
With a family as respected as yours, it will be easier than ever to procure favours.
Slightly increases Guanxi gained via Estate turns.
Notable Champions (20 Renown)
With famed warriors in your army, more and more will be itching to test their mettle against them.
Enemy officers are less likely to refuse duels.
Heroic Spectacle (20 Renown)
Clashes of heroes and champions can easily go down in stories and gossip.
Will earn Renown from winning duels.
Encouraging Cry (20 Renown)
Even shattered units are less likely to break if they see their commander still standing strong.
Soldiers are less likely to waver and rout if close by to allied officers.
Heavy Impact (5 Renown)
Apparently even the bulkiest of armour can only protect so much against blunt force trauma.
Troops with Bludgeons deal more damage against Armoured targets.
Swift Disengage (10 Renown)
Even the best cavaliers know it is best not to stick around too long in a prolonged melee.
Cavalry can pull back from combat and regroup quicker.
Forceful Cleave (5 Renown)
Axemen excel at disrupting more organised formations.
Troops with Axes deal more damage to shielded targets.
Labour Rotations (15 Renown)
Having your troops assist in construction works can certainly help reduce costs.
All Upgrades are 5% cheaper in terms of both Wealth and Guanxi costs.
Under the noise and pressure of battle, it can be difficult for bowmen to nock their bows swiftly, at least without the proper training.
Archers and crossbowmen reload slightly faster.
An Eye For Talent (5 Renown)
There is wisdom in rewarding the merits of your soldiers.
Slightly increases chance of promoting an exceptional soldier to an Officer or Retainer after a battle.
Elusive Withdrawal (5 Renown)
Those who flee, live to fight another day.
Increases chances for your Officers to successfully evade capture.
Salvage (5 Renown)
If the enemy is not using it any more, then why let it go to waste?
Slightly increases amount of equipment seized after a successful battle.
All That Glitters (5 Renown)
It's not stealing if it's the enemy, right?
Slightly increases Wealth gained from looting the enemy.
Favoured Clan (10 Renown)
With a family as respected as yours, it will be easier than ever to procure favours.
Slightly increases Guanxi gained via Estate turns.
Notable Champions (20 Renown)
With famed warriors in your army, more and more will be itching to test their mettle against them.
Enemy officers are less likely to refuse duels.
Heroic Spectacle (20 Renown)
Clashes of heroes and champions can easily go down in stories and gossip.
Will earn Renown from winning duels.
Encouraging Cry (20 Renown)
Even shattered units are less likely to break if they see their commander still standing strong.
Soldiers are less likely to waver and rout if close by to allied officers.
Heavy Impact (5 Renown)
Apparently even the bulkiest of armour can only protect so much against blunt force trauma.
Troops with Bludgeons deal more damage against Armoured targets.
Swift Disengage (10 Renown)
Even the best cavaliers know it is best not to stick around too long in a prolonged melee.
Cavalry can pull back from combat and regroup quicker.
Forceful Cleave (5 Renown)
Axemen excel at disrupting more organised formations.
Troops with Axes deal more damage to shielded targets.
Labour Rotations (15 Renown)
Having your troops assist in construction works can certainly help reduce costs.
All Upgrades are 5% cheaper in terms of both Wealth and Guanxi costs.
[] Make final purchases, buy Reforms, change unit equipment and reorganise units before the final battle. Must vote in Plan Format. Doing nothing and keeping the current army as is will be a valid plan.
There is a six hour moratorium on this vote. I won't be awake to open the voting, so just assume you are free to do so six hours from this post.
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