Getting Started

Welcome to the Old West Indies! This region was founded around an alternative history set within medieval Europe in the year 1200 AD/ACE. We encourage those interested to keep to the time period, technology, and setting. Other than that, the rest is up to your own imagination! The map started off in the European theater and will eventually expand as new lands are discovered. This means that both the East and the New World will eventually be available for players to expand into. Before that, let's help you get set up. I will provide a basic checklist below on things that new members need to do before joining, as well as things that are recommended.

Need to do:

-Please fill out this application in order to begin role playing within this region. Without it, you will not appear on any maps nor will you be able to participate in the role play. You can find a link to the application [here].

-The fastest method for getting you on the map is to send Greco-Byzantium a direct message on Discord. If that is not available to you for whatever reason, you can send a telegram to the Owi curators with the link to your map claims colored in. The general rule is that you may claim 5 provinces once you join. More information may be found [here].

Things we advise you to do:

-Join our Discord! While not mandatory, it may be easier to get in touch with the moderators and other members of the region. You can find a link to the discord server on the region's home page.

-Think about what you want your nation to become. Islamic France? A Merchant Republic Muscovy? Maybe a horde of Barbarians that settled in Crimea? Think of who your people are and what caused them to settle in that area? What is the culture of your people? The more descriptive that you can make your nation the more other players can interact with you.

-Read our guides! The OWI is a unique region due to us having an economy and crafting guide. The resources that you produce or trade for creates your nation's wealth. From those resources, you can also craft many useful products and units that can be used to increase your nation's power and aid in your military conquest. You can find information on this subject [here].