The Empire of Corrington: Sign-up and Discussion

[Ayrlego]

The Settlement of Mooreton Bay has been established on Alicentia. Hopefully I'll have some licensed builds coming in the next few weeks!

[Maxim I]

Is the wealth of Corrington making their minds corrupt? Has their power started making Corringtonlalalanders paranoid?

Most recent act of accusion makes me think this is the beginning of the end of the once so peacefull Corrington (well, if we close our eyes to their long history of wars against Oleon)...

I really wanted to get a fort in before the end of the month and it would seem I have (just) made it!! I was feeling insecure for my little settlement with the unknown forces of Garvey next door (not to mention the strangely suspicious island choices of Olean). Not sure how the Garvians are going to react to the glorious presence of our Empire on what they may have mistakenly thought was their island

My dear friends of Corrington, may I correct you on this? The Garvian settlement was located on that island long before your explorers claimed that island. If one was an agressor, it is you Corrington!

So don't blame Eslandola for being warmongers, you invaded a claimed island yourself!

Edit: also the fact that you named the island after a famous general, doesn't help your cause

Edit 2: You still are my best foreign friends!

Edited May 31, 2016 by Maxim I

[Bregir]

To Lord Damaximus,

As a general rule, the Great Empire of Corrington values inputs from its allies and friends. However, we are not known to countenance interference in our internal affairs by revolutionaries, or even republicans.

Before sowing doubts as to the legitimacy of our rightful claims, or making inferences as to our policy towards foreign settlers, I suggest you attend to the issues in your own little corner of the world.

Sincerely

Don Isaac Montoya

Lead Consul, New Terra

[Ayrlego]

To Lord Damaximus,

As a general rule, the Great Empire of Corrington values inputs from its allies and friends. However, we are not known to countenance interference in our internal affairs by revolutionaries, or even republicans.

Before sowing doubts as to the legitimacy of our rightful claims, or making inferences as to our policy towards foreign settlers, I suggest you attend to the issues in your own little corner of the world.

Sincerely

Don Isaac Montoya

Lead Consul, New Terra

lol, I wish Eurobricks had a 'like' button....... This is why Bregir is our diplomat!!!!

Edited May 31, 2016 by Ayrlego

[Maxim I]

Dear Lead Consul Montaya,

Interfering and diplomatic blablabla is a part of the gloryfull timeperiod we are so lucky to live in. Especially when times are so unsure, it is very important to know what other nations are up to. I hope you agree that when a person does not look farther than his own nose, he will eventually be lost.

If it wasn't for your interfering, your sailors would never have reached Berelli and there would not be a Port Raleigh.

As spokesmen and leader of one of the leading tradecompanies, I think I have the right to follow closely what is going on in the corners of this world. I am always acting in the best interest for my tradecompany, for my country and for my tradepartners.

So, I kinda feel insulted when you are so rude to call my opinion irrelevant and to accuse me of being not loyal to my country.

I am sure Corrington is doing what they think is best for them, and I still support your causes (even after your hostile message). I was only pointing the flaw in your reasoning, just like you are always interfering in the internal Eslandolan matters.

Sincerely,

Lord Maximilian Damaximus,

Governor of Stedor

Lord of MAESTRO

[Bregir]

My lord,

Allow me to rectify some misunderstandings. We have made no allegations of aggression, nor given any reason to believe that the Garveyan settlers will be treated with anything but respect and amiability. Surely, erecting a defensive structure at a settlement cannot be seen as an aggression. Further, might I remind you that Eslandola too has laid claim upon islands already discovered and inhabited by Norsemen, as well as several indegenous people.

However, you cannot expect us to tolerate officials from other nations or trade companies publicly slandering our Empire, making allegations of corruption, paranoia, or unprovoked acts of aggression. Especially not so, when the allegations are clearly unfounded in evidence. We have no wish to have our people roused to unreasonable unrest by sensational slander.

The Corlander claims on Alicentia are perfect legitimate, and a group of independent, Garveyan settlers are of little consequence. As per the treaties in force, territories of New Terra fall under the jurisdiction of those who can press legitimate claims. Should you contest our claims, the claims of Oleon and Eslandola too will be voided, and we would have naught but chaos and war.

As to the alleged accusations upon your honour, I did nothing but recount our policy towards foreign intervention, and expressed my concern with the well-being of your great Empire. How you choose to interpret such concerns is entirely on your own account.

With all due respect

Don Isaac Montoya,

Lead Consul, New Terra

[Mike S]

Is the wealth of Corrington making their minds corrupt? Has their power started making Corringtonlalalanders paranoid?

Most recent act of accusion makes me think this is the beginning of the end of the once so peacefull Corrington (well, if we close our eyes to their long history of wars against Oleon)...

My dear friends of Corrington, may I correct you on this? The Garvian settlement was located on that island long before your explorers claimed that island. If one was an agressor, it is you Corrington!

So don't blame Eslandola for being warmongers, you invaded a claimed island yourself!

To Lord Maximilian Damaximus,

I would like to point out a few errors in your own reasoning. While Corrington has not been hostile to the nation of Garvey, the same cannot be said about the nation of Garvey towards Corrington.

Off the coast of Nova Terreli: Black Marlin Attacked by Garvey Privateer Flotilla under Admiral Mercedes, a three ship flotilla caught the little Coyle Co. trader, and almost had her taken when her escorts showed up. The HMS Mars was immediately disabled by the 5A “Hunter,” Merdedes’ flagship, but the HMS Pandora was able to defeat the “Catfish” and capture her, then turn on the Hunter and force her to surrender in a nasty gunnery duel. The last ship of the fleet, Alacante boarded the HMS Friends Forever, but was repelled and managed to get away. Why has Garvey allowed its fleets to pirate at will? Maybe Corrington should manage a reprisal.

Also, I sometimes wonder why Prio continues to get support when Mardier has been such an accomodating nation that has let our ships resupply on Terraversa on their voyage to the eastern islands. I do not believe any nation is completely innocent here, so pointing fingers seems a bit hypocritical especially for an Eslandolan who I would expect to remain neutral at all times unless under direct threat.

Aiden Coyle

[Maxim I]

To Lord Maximilian Damaximus,

I would like to point out a few errors in your own reasoning. While Corrington has not been hostile to the nation of Garvey, the same cannot be said about the nation of Garvey towards Corrington.

Also, I sometimes wonder why Prio continues to get support when Mardier has been such an accomodating nation that has let our ships resupply on Terraversa on their voyage to the eastern islands. I do not believe any nation is completely innocent here, so pointing fingers seems a bit hypocritical especially for an Eslandolan who I would expect to remain neutral at all times unless under direct threat.

Aiden Coyle

My dear friend Aiden,

Ofcourse we are not innocent ourself, I never said that.

There is a good reason why we support Prio in their road to indepedence, as Eslandola was once a part of Mardier as well. Our relations with Mardier never have been excellent.

The remarks of Ayrlego about the Garvey settlement was just amusing to me, coming from a nation that tries it best to be neutral and friendly as possible towards every other nation.

No harm was meant, and I apologise if someone is stepped on his toes.

So once again, I confirm Eslandola is far from innocent, it was just an enlighment to see that also Corrington has their own propaganda.

Kind regards,

Lord Maximilian Damaximus

edit: about the Garvey attack on Corrington. As far as I know, it is Ska who decides who preys on who. And Ska is the leader of Corrington...

Edited May 31, 2016 by Maxim I

[Bregir]

Just to clarify (OOC) regarding Mardier.

Mardier is not letting us use Terraversa. The Viceroy, virtually independent from Mardier due to civil wars in Mardier, is.

Instead, Mardierian (and Terraversian, as it is) have attacked vessels of several nations, including Corrington.

As to Maxim's speculations regarding Corrington's diplomatic objectives and policies, or the merits of these, that is entirely on his own account.

[Maxim I]

Just to clarify (OOC) regarding Mardier.

Mardier is not letting us use Terraversa. The Viceroy, virtually independent from Mardier due to civil wars in Mardier, is.

Instead, Mardierian (and Terraversian, as it is) have attacked vessels of several nations, including Corrington.

As to Maxim's speculations regarding Corrington's diplomatic objectives and policies, or the merits of these, that is entirely on his own account.

Indeed

[SkaForHire]

That and technically we do not know who found the island that Longjaw is on. THe ability to claim islands through the challenge is basically using influence to do so.

[Captain Dee]

My Corrington vs Carno build:

Her Majesty's Melodious Musings

[SilentWolf]

Warmest greetings most gracious Majesty,

I wish to thank you for your gracious charter allowing the Wolf's Equine, Trade, and Expedition Company to found the settlement of Elizabethville on the island of Lacryma. As one of the furthest settlements from her majesty we do not take lightly the responsibility of establishing Corrington rule and order in the far reaches of the Empire.

I recently received the attached drawing from an artist who has moved to Elizabethville. It reveals the progress in establishing Corrington's newest colony. Great strides are taking place and many people have already migrated there with more planning on doing so.

I, myself, will be going there next month to inspect the present state of affairs and will write in detail then.

Your humble servant,

Micah of Wolfhaven

Wolf's Equine, Trade, and Expedition Company

Edited June 25, 2016 by SilentWolf

[Elostirion]

That's a cool idea. Looking forward to the finished MOC!

[narbilu]

Hi All,

I've read or scanned a lot of pages within BoBS, very interesting and it seems a lot of fun.

That said: I'm considering joining Corrington and the EGS.

I have some idea's which I want to check before making a choice:

1) can I be a merchant working for the queen

2) can the queen assign a small regiment for protection

3) what is the maximum ship size for the free licence

4) if I build a warehouse/base of operations, where should I be settled

5) can I start a new settlement, which will grow along the story

Thanks for your reply. Probably more questions to come later.

Edited June 29, 2016 by narbilu

[Tezclatipoca]

Hi All,

I've read or scanned a lot of pages within BoBS, very interesting and it seems a lot of fun.

That said: I'm considering joining Corrington and the EGS.

I have some idea's which I want to check before making a choice:

1) can I be a merchant working for the queen

2) can the queen assign a small regiment for protection

3) what is the maximum ship size for the free licence

4) if I build a warehouse/base of operations, where should I be settled

Thanks for your reply. Probably more questions to come later.

Hi Narbilu !

Nice to see you want to join !

I will try to answer to you even if I think you should join Eslandola !

1) You can be a merchant in Corrington, there is no problem. Though, only Eslandola has special rules for merchant and trading companies. If you want to be a merchant and be a Corrington citizen, I am encouraging you to join MAESTRO trade company ! We already have some Corrington members like Tomsche or Celes Auriven !

2) Regiment rules are quite new. The Queen (aka the faction leaders) are assigning troops to their good will. So the more active you are and the more chance you have to be noticed as deserving protection.

3) The free license is limited to maximum class 2 ships, no matter of the class, just class 2.

4) You are free to build anywhere ! even in foreign countries. But be aware that there are some risks to build out of your faction territories... Corrington has many colonies in New Terra by now, for example, Cocovia island has already 2 recent settlements. Just an example... Corrington members could tell you more. But like, I already said, you should join Eslandola and join MAESTRO !

I hope I helped.

That's nice to see you !

[Bregir]

Faladrin has answered most of your questions, and I will echo his welcome.

I will add two things:

1) Troops are generally commanded and paid for by the crown, which generally has an interest in protecting her settlements. Alternatively, you can also raise private troops for your own dubloons.

As for non-Egs troops, there isn't many limitations.

2) settlement

You can either build in one of the existing settlements or fund your own. However, I would wait a bit with founding a new, as we will soon get new island(s) when challenge 2 is over, and that might be a brilliant place to start a new settlement. (Especially since we are stretched a bit thin over the existing settlements)

Hope that helps! :)

[Fuzzy MacFuzz]

Hi Narbilu, and welcome to BoBS! It is a lot of fun here. Do think carefully before you pick a faction as once you're in it is hard to get out!

You would be most welcome to join Corrington. As a nation, Corries are scientific, organised, patriotic and rational. We are a small team that work together really well; much better than the other factions who seem to have a lot of internal disputes, especially Eslandola! Our team spirit has served us well in challenges and in merchant ventures and so far we are the most successful faction. We talk together in the private forums to make sure we have a joint aproach to building our faction and winning challenges etc. We manage to have a laugh and to enjoy each other's online friendship. Corrington has had great success with its merchant fleet but uses most of the profits to help the nation - mercantilism in action. If you are a team player and fancy working with us to build a great nation that would be wonderful. On the other hand, as Faladrin says, Eslandola is the faction for pure commerce; they are more individualistic and entrepreneurial (maybe that's why they argue so much!) and use their profits to further their own endeavours, so that may suit you better. I would say its about what kind of person you are and what you want to get from the game.

As to your questions: being a merchant for the Queen is no problem and in his role as Miltary Attache to the Far Lands my sigfig Hawksbrugh promises that any settlements you create will receive military protection. You are very welcome to found your own setlement but Bregir is right; wait for the next challenge to finish then grab a new island all of your own. I would suggest Port Raleigh might be your initial base of operations, it is where Ska, Celes and I build. Other Corries will probably want you in their own settlements though, have a look at the settlement threads before deciding.

I hope that helps. If you have any more questions, just ask.

[narbilu]

Uli Bran

Empire of Corrington

Occupation: Stock Manager

Small backstory:

Uli Bran was born and raised in Arlinsport. After being in the navy for several years he decided to take a more adventurous course.

He was granted the title Captain by the queen herself. He requested a civilian duty for the Corrington Navy. They assigned him to

become a stock manager for military supplies between the docks of the several colonies.

Here starts his journey. The Military Attache of the Far Lands assigned a small regiment to protect the cargo he will be shipping

and keep the pirates at bay. The next couple of days he will be roaming the taverns for a crew for the vessel he obtained. Then

is will be crucial to find a a central port of which he can operate.

To be continued...

[Ayrlego]

Welcome Narbilu, it's great to have you aboard!

[Capn Frank]

Here starts his journey.

Welcome, your account has been added, see the June Summary. Don't be afraid to ask questions.

[Mike S]

Uli Bran

Empire of Corrington

To be continued...

Great to see you join BoBS!

[TitusV]

Welcome Narbilu!

[Tezclatipoca]

Welcome Narbilu !

Nice to see you here !

[SilentWolf]

Uli Bran

Empire of Corrington

Glad to have you with us Uli Bran. The Wolf's Equine, Trade and Expedition Company wishes to send you a hearty welcome to our glorious and growing kingdom.

In regard to your questions, I just wanted to clarify that there is a lot you can do in the storyline that may not exist in the EGS system. For instance, I have mounted troops training in Elizabethville, and they are involved with my stories. However, they are not licensed in the EGS system so I am not limited by cost they would incur. Same would go for being a merchant though I am not part of any of the registered merchant companies.