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1. • Kingdom's Name: Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers (AHIR)

   • NS Player: Teya lone

   • Race: Humans

   • Leader: Faramir

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=434512

   • NS Stats: +10% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 50 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (2) : Ithilien, Harondor

   • Armies under command: 2000 Humans in Ithilien
     

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2. • Kingdom's Name: Angmar

   • NS Player: The olog-hai (Mordor)

   • Race: Orcs

   • Leader: The Witch King of Angmar

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=435599

   • NS Stats: +15% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 50 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (2) : Angmar, Gundabad

   • Armies under command: 3000 Orcs in Angmar
     

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3. • Kingdom's Name: Kingdom of Lindon

   • NS Player: Eglamar

   • Race: Elves

   • Leader: Ecthelion of the Fountain

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=434286

   • NS Stats: +0% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 50 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (2) : Northern Lindon, Southern Lindon

   • Armies under command: 1000 Elves in Northern Lindon
     

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4. • Kingdom's Name: Maedhros

   • NS Player: March of Maedhros

   • Race: Elves

   • Leader: Maedhros the Tall

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=435294

   • NS Stats: +5% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 50 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (2) : Cardolan, Eyrn Vorn

   • Armies under command: 1000 Elves in Eyrn Vorn
     

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5. • Kingdom's Name: The Dominion of Glim Firebeard

   • NS Player: Dor caranthir

   • Race: Dwarves

   • Leader: Glim Firebeard

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=434862

   • NS Stats: +15% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 50 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (2) : Northern Rhovanion, Withered Heath

   • Armies under command: 1000 Dwarves in Withered Heath
     

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6. • Kingdom's Name: The Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion

   • NS Player: The starlight

   • Race: Elves

   • Leader: Lord Glorfindel

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=434169

   • NS Stats: +10% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 50 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (2) : Dunland, Hollin

   • Armies under command: 1000 Elves in Hollin
     

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7. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Dark Wood Orcs

   • Race: Orcs

   • Leader: Grumtash the Hollow

   • Regions under command: (1) : Western Mirkwood

   • Armies under command: 2250 Orcs in Western Mirkwood
     

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8. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Doom'dr'thak

   • Race: Orcs

   • Leader: Bru'tak Gumdum

   • Regions under command: (1) : Khand

   • Armies under command: 2250 Orcs in Khand
     

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9. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) East Rho-Drukars

   • Race: Dwarves

   • Leader: Glodurin

   • Regions under command: (1) : Eastern Rhovanion

   • Armies under command: 750 Dwarves in Eastern Rhovanion
     

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10. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Fangorn Dwarves

    • Race: Dwarves

    • Leader: Bildur the Smither

    • Regions under command: (1) : Fangorn

    • Armies under command: 750 Dwarves in Fangorn
      

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11. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Free people of Lamedon

    • Race: Humans

    • Leader: Andorgor the Brave

    • Regions under command: (1) : Lamedon

    • Armies under command: 1500 Humans in Lamedon
      

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12. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Remnants of Old Religion

    • Race: Orcs

    • Leader: Gruumsh the Infernal

    • Regions under command: (1) : Andrast

    • Armies under command: 2250 Orcs in Andrast
      

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13. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Rhudaur Folk

    • Race: Humans

    • Leader: King Arundar

    • Regions under command: (1) : Rhudaur

    • Armies under command: 1500 Humans in Rhudaur
      

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14. • Kingdom's Name: N/A
      

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• Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Angmar

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Kingdom of Lindon

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Maedhros

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• The Dominion of Glim Firebeard

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• The Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Dark Wood Orcs

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Doom'dr'thak

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• East Rho-Drukars

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Fangorn Dwarves

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Free people of Lamedon

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Remnants of Old Religion

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Rhudaur Folk

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Nothing happened so far !
  (The Roleplay just started ..)
  

Before turning his eyes to outside his current borders, Grumtash had one other hollow item on his agenda: a last sacrifice to the arachnids, in the form of a mass feast with the people of Woodmen-town, deep in Western Mirkwood...

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No army movements

Bru'tak Gumdum, son of late ruler and hero Mortok Gumdum (killed in an unsuccessful raid on a fortified position) gathered all the scattered orcs after that devastating blow and is now considered to be in a very good position, having already centralized and organized the main bulk of his armies. An astonishing feat to any accounts, considering that we're talking about Orcs ...

But he still needs some additional time. There are still things to be done before considering expanding again.

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No army movements

But Glodurin is nothing like his fathers before him. As a matter of fact, the dwarves around Glodurin have high hopes that, during his reign they will get back what's ... rightfully theirs.

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No army movements

Full of riches, he amassed great armies and none know if his thoughts darkened ... if perfect jewellery or deadly war machines will start to pour out of his Smithing fields of Fangorn ... at the foothill of the Misty Mountains.

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No army movements

Today, the men work the fields but ... who knows what tomorrow brings?

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No army movements

Gruumsh the Infernal, some sort of deity in the eyes of the living souls in Andrast, is worshipped by a province-wide cult of orcs, humans and other curiously shaped beasts. His words come out as fireballs and move the masses to a frenzy, making his armies merciless and fanatical. One wonders what his future plans are ...

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No army movements

"Mighty Witch King of Angmar,

I, Arundar the 1st, King of Rhudaur, pledge loyalty to your might and am ready to heed your calls in times of need.
Know that you have my undying support, and, until such time arrives, we will task ourselves with expanding.
All in the name of the Mighty Kingdom of Angmar.

Signed,
Arundar the 1st,
King of Rhudaur"

At this point in time, King Arundar's words were sincere ...

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No army movements

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Before turning his eyes to outside his current borders, Grumtash had one other hollow item on his agenda: a last sacrifice to the arachnids, in the form of a mass feast with the people of Woodmen-town, deep in Western Mirkwood...

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No army movements

Bru'tak Gumdum, son of late ruler and hero Mortok Gumdum (killed in an unsuccessful raid on a fortified position) gathered all the scattered orcs after that devastating blow and is now considered to be in a very good position, having already centralized and organized the main bulk of his armies. An astonishing feat to any accounts, considering that we're talking about Orcs ...

But he still needs some additional time. There are still things to be done before considering expanding again.

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No army movements

But Glodurin is nothing like his fathers before him. As a matter of fact, the dwarves around Glodurin have high hopes that, during his reign they will get back what's ... rightfully theirs.

----
No army movements

Full of riches, he amassed great armies and none know if his thoughts darkened ... if perfect jewellery or deadly war machines will start to pour out of his Smithing fields of Fangorn ... at the foothill of the Misty Mountains.

----
No army movements

Today, the men work the fields but ... who knows what tomorrow brings?

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No army movements

Gruumsh the Infernal, some sort of deity in the eyes of the living souls in Andrast, is worshipped by a province-wide cult of orcs, humans and other curiously shaped beasts. His words come out as fireballs and move the masses to a frenzy, making his armies merciless and fanatical. One wonders what his future plans are ...

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No army movements

"Mighty Witch King of Angmar,

I, Arundar the 1st, King of Rhudaur, pledge loyalty to your might and am ready to heed your calls in times of need.
Know that you have my undying support, and, until such time arrives, we will task ourselves with expanding.
All in the name of the Mighty Kingdom of Angmar.

Signed,
Arundar the 1st,
King of Rhudaur"

At this point in time, King Arundar's words were sincere ...

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No army movements

'My kinsmen!' he shouted. 'Fer too long we 'ave watched tha world change aroond us, nae caring aboot anything aside from what concerned us. Those days are over! Today we set out ta build a Kingdom worthy of our people. Today we march ta war!'

As one the Dwarves roared their approval at their leader. The roaring echoed in the narrow mountain valley that led to the Dwarf Hold, until it sounded like the mountains themselves were roaring.
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The offensive had been in the works for a while now. Favours were called in from distant relatives, alliances formed with the various local clans, until sufficient forces could be mustered. This initial campaign would ultimately determine whether Glim would lead his people to greatness or obscurity in the annals of history. The first objective was to march south through Northern Rhovanion and claim Middle Rhovanion. Scouts had sent reports of a minor Dwarven realm in Eastern Rhovanion, led by a similarly ambitious leader, and already Glim was concerned about conflicting objectives. As such, messengers had been dispatched to Glodurin of Eastern Rhovanion, bringing a greeting from Glim:

Tae Master Glodurin of Eastern Rhovanion!

Greetings ta ye. As yer read this message, ah expect ta be feasting in the newly conquered land of Middle Rhovanion. My scouts have heard tales of the greatness of yer people, and ah hereby extend ta ye, an invitation ta discuss tha future of our two realms. If ye were to join me in Middle Rhovanion, perhaps we might settle on a mutually beneficial course of action - or at the very least share ale and the stories of our ancestors!

Ah expect ta see ya soon,

- Glim Firebeard

The only other point of concern for the Dwarf King was the rumours of Orcs stirring in Mirkwood. Naturally concerned about the forest on its own, the last thing he needed right now would be an Orcish warband showing up on his doorstep while he was busy carving out an empire. As such, the best runners and scouts available were sent into Mirkwood in the hopes of learning the whereabouts of the Orcs, and perhaps gauging their intentions.

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1000 Dwarves led by Glim Firebeard marching through Northern Rhovanion and attacking Middle Rhovanion.
Ambassador sent to Glodurin of Eastern Rhovanion (NPC), inviting him to discuss matters of state with Glim Firebeard in the (hopefully) newly conquered province.
Scouts sent into Mirkwood to search for the Dark Wood Orcs (NPC), and perhaps learn a thing or two about their plans.

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Attack Southern Arthedain with 1000 soldiers

Letter to King Arundar of Rhudaur
Man King of Rhudar, King Arundar the first,
Your oath of allegiance has been noted. We will hold you true to your word. Your priorities are to attack any elves on sight. Otherwise, you may mostly do as you wish, though do not interfere with the matters of my master.
Signed,
Gothmog of Gundabad, lieutenant of Angmar.

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3000 Orcs led by the Witch King of Angmar to Forochel.

Swirling clouds of dust rose high into the evening air as dozens of calloused, gnarled, leathery feet pounded the ground. The Mumakil were going to war. Faramir contemplated the scene from a rocky outlook. It was strange--you would never guess that these humongous, lumbering animals received all their ferocious energy from such a small and simple thing; the lowly peanut.

This last troop of Mumakil completed the forces that Ithilien had already mobilized. Thanks to their pact with several tribes of Haradrim, Faramir's forces were ready to conquer the world. Or at least die trying.
The first step was to conquer some of the lands to the north. We need more peanut growing fields! reasoned Faramir, which made his wife worry all the more.

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1000 humans attack Anorien and another 1000 attack Dagorlad.

Glorfindel looked up, at the ever-waving banners of the elves, gold, silver and blue, radiant stars in the sky of blue. He only had 1,000 Elves under his command, and while the elves were mighty, their strength had waned much after the First Age. But here, in Eregion, and in other elven strongholds, remnants, glimpses of that ancient fury and might still remained. In order for evil to be defeated, good must assemble, and for that, he needed allies.

And so, an emissary was sent out, to the kingdom of Maedhros in Eryn Vorn and Cardolan, to seek out their leader and propose an alliance.
The emissary, after a few hour's ride, arrived at the court of Maedhros the Tall. Gaining admittance, he bowed before the elven ruler and said, "My lord Maedhros, I bring word and greeting from Lord Glorfindel of Eregion."

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No army movements

• The Dominion of Glim Firebeard - successfully conquered 1 province: Middle Rhovanion

• Maedhros - successfully conquered 1 province: Southern Arthedain

• Angmar - successfully conquered 1 province: Forochel

• Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers - successfully conquered two provinces: Anorien and Dagorlad.
  

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1. • Kingdom's Name: Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers (AHIR)

   • NS Player: Teya lone

   • Race: Humans

   • Leader: Faramir

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=434512

   • NS Stats: +15% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 68 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (4) : Anorien, Dagorlad, Ithilien, Harondor

   • Armies under command: 640 Humans in Anorien and 640 Humans in Dagorlad
     

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2. • Kingdom's Name: Angmar

   • NS Player: The olog-hai (Mordor)

   • Race: Orcs

   • Leader: The Witch King of Angmar

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=435599

   • NS Stats: +15% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 55 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (3) : Angmar, Forochel, Gundabad

   • Armies under command: 2580 Orcs in Forochel
     

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3. • Kingdom's Name: Kingdom of Lindon

   • NS Player: Eglamar

   • Race: Elves

   • Leader: Ecthelion of the Fountain

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=434286

   • NS Stats: +0% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 50 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (2) : Northern Lindon, Southern Lindon

   • Armies under command: 1000 Elves in Northern Lindon
     

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4. • Kingdom's Name: Maedhros

   • NS Player: March of Maedhros

   • Race: Elves

   • Leader: Maedhros the Tall

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=435294

   • NS Stats: +10% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 55 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (3) : Cardolan, Eyrn Vorn, Southern Arthedain

   • Armies under command: 860 Elves in Southern Arthedain
     

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5. • Kingdom's Name: The Dominion of Glim Firebeard

   • NS Player: Dor caranthir

   • Race: Dwarves

   • Leader: Glim Firebeard

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=434862

   • NS Stats: +5% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 55 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (3) : Middle Rhovanion, Northern Rhovanion, Withered Heath

   • Armies under command: 880 Dwarves in Middle Rhovanion
     

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6. • Kingdom's Name: The Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion

   • NS Player: The starlight

   • Race: Elves

   • Leader: Lord Glorfindel

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=434169

   • NS Stats: +10% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 50 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (2) : Dunland, Hollin

   • Armies under command: 1000 Elves in Hollin
     

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7. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Dark Wood Orcs

   • Race: Orcs

   • Leader: Grumtash the Hollow

   • Regions under command: (1) : Western Mirkwood

   • Armies under command: 2250 Orcs in Southern Mirkwood
     

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8. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Doom'dr'thak

   • Race: Orcs

   • Leader: Bru'tak Gumdum

   • Regions under command: (1) : Khand

   • Armies under command: 2250 Orcs in Upper Nurn
     

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9. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) East Rho-Drukars

   • Race: Dwarves

   • Leader: Glodurin

   • Regions under command: (1) : Eastern Rhovanion

   • Armies under command: 750 Dwarves in Eastern Rhovanion
     

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10. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Fangorn Dwarves

    • Race: Dwarves

    • Leader: Bildur the Smither

    • Regions under command: (1) : Fangorn

    • Armies under command: 750 Dwarves in Fangorn
      

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11. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Free people of Lamedon

    • Race: Humans

    • Leader: Andorgor the Brave

    • Regions under command: (1) : Lamedon

    • Armies under command: 1500 Humans in Lamedon
      

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12. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Remnants of Old Religion

    • Race: Orcs

    • Leader: Gruumsh the Infernal

    • Regions under command: (1) : Andrast

    • Armies under command: 2250 Orcs in Andrast
      

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13. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Rhudaur Folk

    • Race: Humans

    • Leader: King Arundar

    • Regions under command: (1) : Rhudaur

    • Armies under command: 1500 Humans in Rhudaur
      

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14. • Kingdom's Name: N/A
      

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• Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Angmar

  • Allies: (NPC) Rhudaur Folk

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Kingdom of Lindon

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Maedhros

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• The Dominion of Glim Firebeard

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• The Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Dark Wood Orcs

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Doom'dr'thak

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• East Rho-Drukars

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Fangorn Dwarves

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Free people of Lamedon

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Remnants of Old Religion

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Rhudaur Folk

  • Allies: Angmar

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• No wars happened so far !
  (But peace is fragile..)
  

This set of actions steamed Grumtash into deciding it was time to ramp up the "game" - another woodmen settlement located not far away, Rhosgobel City, would be the next logical target. Conquering that would bring the whole Southern Mirkwood realm under Grumtash direct control. And from there ...

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Send all forces to attack Southern Mirkwood

Not expanding in the south would mean his eyes have to turn in the other directions; with West and North seeming to be the most logical directions.

In the East, before reaching the delta also known as Ethir Anduin, lie the fields of Near Harad, Sutherland and Harondor. And part of those realms are already claimed, his intelligence informs him.

In North, on the other side of the mountain, the realms of Nurn and Upper Nurn can provide sustainable defenses, if Bru'tak Gumdum would be able to conquer them. And what better time to test his newly shaped armies than now? If his intelligence reports are correct, before being able to claim Upper Nurn his armies would clash with a small garrison of humans right after crossing the Southern Pass.

Between West and North, North seems to pique more the interest the ruler of the Doom'dr'thaks, Gumdum. To be able to secure an expansion to the North, the West needed to be free of turmoils. With that in mind, and with the armies set to march towards Upper Nurn, Gumdum wanted to reach the human ruler of Harondor and propose a non agression pact, an action that he deemed to be beneficial to both parties.

Send an envoy bearing gifts to the one called Faramir of the Allied States, and add the following scroll:

"Ruler of the Allied States,

Word of your achievements, courage and great strength has reached my ears and delighted me. I would need such an ally on my side, one with whom I could share the spoils of victory as our unstoppable forces conquer land after land and extend our empires to vast proportions.

We can rule apart but together we can accomplish much, much more. To show my commitment, I have brought some gifts and this Non-Aggression pact that already bears my signature. It is a standard act of commitment to a cause, and a first step towards a conciliation between our two cultures.

I would ask you to sign it. "

And with that, the march towards Upper Nurn began.

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Send all forces to attack Upper Nurn
Send an envoy with a Non-Aggression-Pact request to the Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers

Glodurin did not trust anyone else, be him elf, be him orc, be him human and especially be him dwarf. Redressing his dominion was hard enough before, but now with another ruler knocking on his doorstep he has to thread lightly.

" By me beard, first order is show everyone else dat tha Rho-Drukars mean business by conquerin' Dorwinion. Second order ta show common curtosy by joining dis king in Middle Rhovanion. Ken be ally and nae enemy. Third Order ta prepare the army dat wou be in Dorwinion ta come and aid me in case of things goin hell. "

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Send all forces to attack Dorwinion
Go and meet Glim Firebeard in Middle Rhovanion

Bildur knew that his actions would not be left unquestioned, so he made sure to appease those around him by sending personally hand-crafted jewlery to the rulers of the Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion, the Rhudaur Folk, the orcs of Mirkwood and those of the Old Religion and to the humans of the Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers.

A rich hand can secure allies, he thought.

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Send all forces to attack Gap of Isen
Send gifts to the Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion, the Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers, the Rhudaur Folk, the Dark Wood Orcs and to the Remnants of Old Religion

"A mighty ruler has to step in, and rescue the realm", Andorgor thought. "Let us march forward towards Belfalas, and thus set up a perimeter of defense from one side of the mountain to the sea".

"Send word to the Remnants of the Old Religion, advising them not to cross boundaries and attack unprovoked unless they themselves want to be dragged into a war. As we are the protectors of these realms, our duties lie towards these realms and to the well being of those inhabiting them, be them humans, be them orcs or be them animals of the nature, as long as we all live in peace", Andorgor also said.

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Send all forces to attack Belfalas
Send a dispatch to the Remnants of Old Religion, advising to stop the uncalled attacks

There is not known what Gruumsh the Infernal, the deity worshipped by the people of Andrast, plans to do in the next days, although a large contingent of forces were amassed at The Stones, a landmark in the North of the realm.

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All forces are sent at the North of the province, for a possible attack of a nearby province.

This also means a vigilent watch on the Southern boundaries, where the Noldorin Elves of Eregion have established their Kingdom. And more than that, to better secure the South a letter has to be written and sent to Lord Glorfindel. The letter stated the following:

"
Lord Glorfindel,

Enemies are easy to make in today's world, and friends come as a rarity. Let us not cross paths and let the borders between our two nations remain in peace and harmony. I have no quarrels with no Elf, and my soldiers want no high-born blood on their hands. Let us raise a cup together towards peace and understanding!

King Arundar the First,
Ruler of Rhudaur
"

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Send all forces to attack Eastern Arthedain
Send a peace-bearing envoy towards the Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion

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This set of actions steamed Grumtash into deciding it was time to ramp up the "game" - another woodmen settlement located not far away, Rhosgobel City, would be the next logical target. Conquering that would bring the whole Southern Mirkwood realm under Grumtash direct control. And from there ...

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Send all forces to attack Southern Mirkwood

Not expanding in the south would mean his eyes have to turn in the other directions; with West and North seeming to be the most logical directions.

In the East, before reaching the delta also known as Ethir Anduin, lie the fields of Near Harad, Sutherland and Harondor. And part of those realms are already claimed, his intelligence informs him.

In North, on the other side of the mountain, the realms of Nurn and Upper Nurn can provide sustainable defenses, if Bru'tak Gumdum would be able to conquer them. And what better time to test his newly shaped armies than now? If his intelligence reports are correct, before being able to claim Upper Nurn his armies would clash with a small garrison of humans right after crossing the Southern Pass.

Between West and North, North seems to pique more the interest the ruler of the Doom'dr'thaks, Gumdum. To be able to secure an expansion to the North, the West needed to be free of turmoils. With that in mind, and with the armies set to march towards Upper Nurn, Gumdum wanted to reach the human ruler of Harondor and propose a non agression pact, an action that he deemed to be beneficial to both parties.

Send an envoy bearing gifts to the one called Faramir of the Allied States, and add the following scroll:

"Ruler of the Allied States,

Word of your achievements, courage and great strength has reached my ears and delighted me. I would need such an ally on my side, one with whom I could share the spoils of victory as our unstoppable forces conquer land after land and extend our empires to vast proportions.

We can rule apart but together we can accomplish much, much more. To show my commitment, I have brought some gifts and this Non-Aggression pact that already bears my signature. It is a standard act of commitment to a cause, and a first step towards a conciliation between our two cultures.

I would ask you to sign it. "

And with that, the march towards Upper Nurn began.

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Send all forces to attack Upper Nurn
Send an envoy with a Non-Aggression-Pact request to the Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers

Glodurin did not trust anyone else, be him elf, be him orc, be him human and especially be him dwarf. Redressing his dominion was hard enough before, but now with another ruler knocking on his doorstep he has to thread lightly.

" By me beard, first order is show everyone else dat tha Rho-Drukars mean business by conquerin' Dorwinion. Second order ta show common curtosy by joining dis king in Middle Rhovanion. Ken be ally and nae enemy. Third Order ta prepare the army dat wou be in Dorwinion ta come and aid me in case of things goin hell. "

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Send all forces to attack Dorwinion
Go and meet Glim Firebeard in Middle Rhovanion

Bildur knew that his actions would not be left unquestioned, so he made sure to appease those around him by sending personally hand-crafted jewlery to the rulers of the Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion, the Rhudaur Folk, the orcs of Mirkwood and those of the Old Religion and to the humans of the Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers.

A rich hand can secure allies, he thought.

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Send all forces to attack Gap of Isen
Send gifts to the Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion, the Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers, the Rhudaur Folk, the Dark Wood Orcs and to the Remnants of Old Religion

"A mighty ruler has to step in, and rescue the realm", Andorgor thought. "Let us march forward towards Belfalas, and thus set up a perimeter of defense from one side of the mountain to the sea".

"Send word to the Remnants of the Old Religion, advising them not to cross boundaries and attack unprovoked unless they themselves want to be dragged into a war. As we are the protectors of these realms, our duties lie towards these realms and to the well being of those inhabiting them, be them humans, be them orcs or be them animals of the nature, as long as we all live in peace", Andorgor also said.

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Send all forces to attack Belfalas
Send a dispatch to the Remnants of Old Religion, advising to stop the uncalled attacks

There is not known what Gruumsh the Infernal, the deity worshipped by the people of Andrast, plans to do in the next days, although a large contingent of forces were amassed at The Stones, a landmark in the North of the realm.

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All forces are sent at the North of the province, for a possible attack of a nearby province.

This also means a vigilent watch on the Southern boundaries, where the Noldorin Elves of Eregion have established their Kingdom. And more than that, to better secure the South a letter has to be written and sent to Lord Glorfindel. The letter stated the following:

"
Lord Glorfindel,

Enemies are easy to make in today's world, and friends come as a rarity. Let us not cross paths and let the borders between our two nations remain in peace and harmony. I have no quarrels with no Elf, and my soldiers want no high-born blood on their hands. Let us raise a cup together towards peace and understanding!

King Arundar the First,
Ruler of Rhudaur
"

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Send all forces to attack Eastern Arthedain
Send a peace-bearing envoy towards the Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion

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Alliance from the Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion accepted.

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My remaining army, 2580 Orcs, led by my hero, to attack Emyn Uial.

'Och, Lord Glodurin, ah bid ye welcome ta me humble encampment. If only we had more time to prepare a proper feast. Nae matter, ah do hope that the roast boar will suffice to sate yer hunger, m'friend.'.

.....

After the feasting was over, Glim found it prudent to commence the more complicated diplomatic matters at hand.

'Ah'll just cut right ta the chase here, Glodurin. We're both Dwarves of action, after all. Ah understand ye've got yer sights set on Dorwinion. As ye might have been able ta tell, that's exactly where me and the lads were heading next. It would be, ah, unfortunate if we were ta have a conflict o' interests over such a small matter.'

Glim fixed his eyes on Glodurin's as he spoke, wanting to maintain an air of friendliness while making sure that Glodurin understood how serious he was.

'Ah would like ta see our two nations united against our foes. Mah runners inform me of Orcs stirring in ol' Mirkwood, and ahm sure ye'll have heard about the expansion of the Humans to the south. Enemies might yet lurk in Mordor, and so time is not on our side. If ye were ta turn yer attentions, say, tawards Western Rhovanion or the Horse Plains, not only would ya secure yer borders before any Orcs or Humans claim them, but ye'd have made a new ally in the Firebeard clan. Ah'd be willing ta swear an Oath o' Eternal Friendship with ye.'

Glim took a moment to stroke his beard before continuing. He was hoping Glodurin wasn't as stubborn as he had been told.

'Naturally, ah can understand that ye might not be wanting ta give up yer goals in Dorwinion. Understand, but not support. Ah would perhaps be forced to seek friends elsewhere, and instead of being owed ah favour, ye might find yerself on yer own.'

With that, he took a sip of ale from the mug in front of him, and waited for Glodurin's reply.

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Alliance proposed to the East Rho-Drukars, on the condition that they turn their army around and let Glim's forces take Dorwinion.
If the Alliance is accepted, attack Dorwinion with 880 Dwarves led by Glim.
If the Alliance is rejected, attack Western Rhovanion with 880 Dwarves led by Glim.

"O Lord Glim, 'tis great joy ta have ya in person in front of me. Even if ta preparations leave me wantin'. 'Tis a camp, after all."

And with that, both rulers went on to the feast.

At the feast Glodurin's unease grew even stronger, especially after hearing of Glim's territorial desires. How would he know about his take on Dorwinion, if even now his soldiers are still on the march? "Spies", he thought.

"Och lad, if only me cou'do tha. 'Tis true dat me soldiers are marchin' ta conquer Dorwinion', but there be nae thing me kinna do bout it right now as tis too late and me soldiers are too far to hear me order to stop. Probably they be now feastin' on dat brave Dorwinion ale. I be willin' ta share a few booty with ya, Lord Glim, ta show me dedication towards ye and yer generosity."

But that reply seemed to be met with a look as black as thunder, Glodurin thought. "Am I one ally short, or an enemy extra?", he added to the mix of thoughts already invading his mind. Then he remembered a previous thought: "Spies. Some heads be rollin' when I return home".

A sudden thought struck her. Ever since they had formed an alliance with the Haradrim, both Ithilien and Harondor had begun to share some of their regional culture and food. One of the imports from Harondor was a beverage called chocolatl. It was know to affect the mind in strange ways. The Haradrim said that they drank it before going to war, to give themselves strength and stamina.
Has Faramir been drinking this...intoxicating beverage without my knowing? wondered Eowyn...

Faramir read over the message from Gumdum again. He noted the writing style. It was eloquent enough, but still to the point. He was very tempted to sign. He considered what making this pact would do for his people. Up to this point he had had no intention of challenging Doom'dr'thak in battle anyways. So why not sign it? He knew that Eowyn would think he was crazy, but wasn't preserving peace better than preserving one's appearance of sanity? He dipped his pen and signed.

Faramir also thought that a short thank you to Bildur of the Fangorn Dwarves was in order. So he wrote:

Esteemed ruler of the Fangorn Dwarves,
Thank you for your kind gift. We have heard, and now seen first-hand proof, of your people's genius is craftmanship and culture. My people also have a great love for these things. Thanking you again, I would like to express my hope that our two peoples may find a common bond because of this similarity.
Signed,
Faramir son of Denethor II, Prince of Ithilien

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Send an envoy with the signed Non-Aggression-Pact back to Doom'dr'thak.
Send a message and gifts to the Fangorn Dwarves.
No army movements.

• The Dominion of Glim Firebeard - successfully conquered 1 province: Western Rhovanion

• Angmar - successfully conquered 1 province: Emyn Uial

• Dark Wood Orcs - successfully conquered 1 province: Southern Mirkwood

• Doom'dr'thak - successfully conquered 1 province: Upper Nurn

• East Rho-Drukars - successfully conquered 1 province: Dorwinion

• Fangorn Dwarves - successfully conquered 1 province: Gap of Isen

• Free people of Lamedon - successfully conquered 1 province: Belfalas

• Remnants of Old Religion - successfully conquered 1 province: Old Pukel Land

• Rhudaur Folk - successfully conquered 1 province: Eastern Arthedain

• Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers and Doom'dr'thak have agreed to a Non-Aggression Pact.

• The Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion and Maedhros have established an Alliance.
  

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1. • Kingdom's Name: Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers (AHIR)

   • NS Player: Teya lone

   • Race: Humans

   • Leader: Faramir

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=434512

   • NS Stats: +15% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 64 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (4) : Anorien, Dagorlad, Ithilien, Harondor

   • Armies under command: 640 Humans in Anorien and 640 Humans in Dagorlad
     

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2. • Kingdom's Name: Angmar

   • NS Player: The olog-hai (Mordor)

   • Race: Orcs

   • Leader: The Witch King of Angmar

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=435599

   • NS Stats: +15% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 60 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (4) : Angmar, Emyn Uial, Forochel, Gundabad

   • Armies under command: 2167 Orcs in Emyn Uial
     

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3. • Kingdom's Name: Kingdom of Lindon

   • NS Player: Eglamar

   • Race: Elves

   • Leader: Ecthelion of the Fountain

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=434286

   • NS Stats: +0% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 42 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (2) : Northern Lindon, Southern Lindon

   • Armies under command: 1000 Elves in Northern Lindon
     

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4. • Kingdom's Name: Maedhros

   • NS Player: March of Maedhros

   • Race: Elves

   • Leader: Maedhros the Tall

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=435294

   • NS Stats: +10% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 51 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (3) : Cardolan, Eyrn Vorn, Southern Arthedain

   • Armies under command: 860 Elves in Southern Arthedain
     

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5. • Kingdom's Name: The Dominion of Glim Firebeard

   • NS Player: Dor caranthir

   • Race: Dwarves

   • Leader: Glim Firebeard

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=434862

   • NS Stats: +5% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 60 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (4) : Middle Rhovanion, Northern Rhovanion, Western Rhovanion, Withered Heath

   • Armies under command: 757 Dwarves in Western Rhovanion
     

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6. • Kingdom's Name: The Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion

   • NS Player: The starlight

   • Race: Elves

   • Leader: Lord Glorfindel

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=434169

   • NS Stats: +10% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 46 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (2) : Dunland, Hollin

   • Armies under command: 1000 Elves in Hollin
     

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7. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Dark Wood Orcs

   • Race: Orcs

   • Leader: Grumtash the Hollow

   • Regions under command: (2) : Southern Mirkwood, Western Mirkwood

   • Armies under command: 1780 Orcs in Southern Mirkwood
     

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8. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Doom'dr'thak

   • Race: Orcs

   • Leader: Bru'tak Gumdum

   • Regions under command: (2) : Khand, Upper Turn

   • Armies under command: 1810 Orcs in Upper Nurn
     

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9. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) East Rho-Drukars

   • Race: Dwarves

   • Leader: Glodurin

   • Regions under command: (2) : Eastern Rhovanion, Dorwinion

   • Armies under command: 593 Dwarves in Dorwinion
     

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10. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Fangorn Dwarves

    • Race: Dwarves

    • Leader: Bildur the Smither

    • Regions under command: (2) : Fangorn, Gap of Isen

    • Armies under command: 593 Dwarves in Gap of Isen
      

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11. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Free people of Lamedon

    • Race: Humans

    • Leader: Andorgor the Brave

    • Regions under command: (2) : Belfalas, Lamedon

    • Armies under command: 1170 Humans in Belfalas
      

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12. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Remnants of Old Religion

    • Race: Orcs

    • Leader: Gruumsh the Infernal

    • Regions under command: (2) : Andrast, Old Pukel Land

    • Armies under command: 1810 Orcs in Old Pukel Land
      

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13. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Rhudaur Folk

    • Race: Humans

    • Leader: King Arundar

    • Regions under command: (2) : Eastern Arthedain, Rhudaur

    • Armies under command: 1155 Humans in Eastern Arthedain
      

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14. • Kingdom's Name: N/A
      

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• Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Angmar

  • Allies: (1) (NPC) Rhudaur Folk

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Kingdom of Lindon

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Maedhros

  • Allies: (1) The Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• The Dominion of Glim Firebeard

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• The Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion

  • Allies: (1) Maedhros

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Dark Wood Orcs

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Doom'dr'thak

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• East Rho-Drukars

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Fangorn Dwarves

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Free people of Lamedon

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Remnants of Old Religion

  • Allies: -none-

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• Rhudaur Folk

  • Allies: (1) Angmar

  • Enemies: -none-
    

• No wars happened so far !
  (But peace is fragile..)
  

While resting and pondering on his new exploits he received, curiously enough, a courier. Bringing gifts! Oh, how tasty ... Any gifts mean that the owner would be rich, and richness greatly attracts him. He grabbed the gifts and killed the courier, but not before divulging the origin of the gift - the city of Bildur, in Fangorn.

"That's where we will go."

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Attack Anduin Vales with all forces.

Take for example the last battle, where Bru'tak Gumdum charged with the main army while the eastern and western flanks were envisioned to encircle and crush any resistance. While the eastern flank of his attacking force suffered the blunt of the barbarian charge, it stood brave and held its ground; the western flank, however, having nothing else to do than to encircle and crush the enemy had done little to accomplish this goal; it was Bru'tak's keen eye, while in battle, to notice in time the inefficiency of his western guard general, and to send word with new commands, overriding his general's ineptitude. The battle was eventually won, although it could have been so easily lost ...

While after the battle, Bru'tak Gumdum received word in his encampment in Upper Nurn about the acceptance of the Non Aggression Pact by the Prince of Ithilien; this deeply satisfied Bru'tak Gumdum. "No time now to lose the momentum", he thought.

"Rise, my soldiers, and let's ride for Nurn!", he added.

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Attack Nurn with all forces.

He expected some word from Glim the Dwarf ... after the recent discussion things were a bit cold between the two. The alarming possibility of spies at his court made him even more uneasy. "A spy today, an assassin tomorrow", he thought.

"Tis kin swi' eithar way", he added. "Brin' all me soldiers in Dorwinion ta our capital and leave me a garrison ta guard meh barrels of wine" ... "This noch, prepare ta ride for Horse Plains!"

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Attack Horse Plains with all forces.

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Attack Wold and Foothills with all forces.

There's a need for expansion, still. To the west lie the shores of Anfalas, and to the east lieth the realm of Lebennin. Securing Anfalas can bring Lamedon's Kingdom right at the doorsteps of those fanatics, but it also means a swift strike on their capitol, if the tension escalates. Securing the east could bring Lamedon in direct contact with the Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers. The two nations have had no direct contact before, and that has to change.

"Humans understand humans", Angordor the Brave thought. "But these humans ... are an interesting sort of humans. Huge war-like creatures, overly-bred prodigies and what I like to call modified skins are all part of Faramir's armies. What kind of ruler needs to make a pact with .. the devil, just to secure a pool of loyal .. creatures? Are they even loyal?", Angordor asked himself.

"I would very much not like to see this theory put to the test. And if anything, if anyone is able to bring this mix together, then that someone is worthy to be an ally of mine. So let us test the waters and send a peace-bearing emmissary to Faramir, in Ithilien. Or wherever he is now .. and see what he has to say to the emmissary's words."
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Attack Anfalas with all forces.
Send a peace-bearing emmissary to the Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers.

Two envoys, from two different realms, came to the Halls of Ulond. One, bearing gifts. The other, bearing a message of warning. To both, Gruumsh replied. And sealed the replies with what appeared to be a magical ink, so only the hands of Bildur and Angordor could open and only their eyes can read.

And the army marches forward. To .. Anfalas?

----
Attack Anfalas with all forces?

After a few nights and after some serious casualties (mostly because of the surprise attack by the barbarians), King Arundar's forces managed to conquer Weathertop and all of its surroundings; now all Eastern Arthedain was theirs.

Not wanting to attack even further in the West - or at least, not yet - King's Arundar attention now turned to Ettenmoors, a province he thought to be a lonely region, mostly void of life; an easy picking for his injured soldiers. Even if arriving in Ettenmoors in the given time would mean crossing a great distance, at least part of their way would intersect with Rhudaur and the men could visit their families.

----
Attack Ettenmoors with all forces.

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While resting and pondering on his new exploits he received, curiously enough, a courier. Bringing gifts! Oh, how tasty ... Any gifts mean that the owner would be rich, and richness greatly attracts him. He grabbed the gifts and killed the courier, but not before divulging the origin of the gift - the city of Bildur, in Fangorn.

"That's where we will go."

----
Attack Anduin Vales with all forces.

Take for example the last battle, where Bru'tak Gumdum charged with the main army while the eastern and western flanks were envisioned to encircle and crush any resistance. While the eastern flank of his attacking force suffered the blunt of the barbarian charge, it stood brave and held its ground; the western flank, however, having nothing else to do than to encircle and crush the enemy had done little to accomplish this goal; it was Bru'tak's keen eye, while in battle, to notice in time the inefficiency of his western guard general, and to send word with new commands, overriding his general's ineptitude. The battle was eventually won, although it could have been so easily lost ...

While after the battle, Bru'tak Gumdum received word in his encampment in Upper Nurn about the acceptance of the Non Aggression Pact by the Prince of Ithilien; this deeply satisfied Bru'tak Gumdum. "No time now to lose the momentum", he thought.

"Rise, my soldiers, and let's ride for Nurn!", he added.

----
Attack Nurn with all forces.

He expected some word from Glim the Dwarf ... after the recent discussion things were a bit cold between the two. The alarming possibility of spies at his court made him even more uneasy. "A spy today, an assassin tomorrow", he thought.

"Tis kin swi' eithar way", he added. "Brin' all me soldiers in Dorwinion ta our capital and leave me a garrison ta guard meh barrels of wine" ... "This noch, prepare ta ride for Horse Plains!"

----
Attack Horse Plains with all forces.

----
Attack Wold and Foothills with all forces.

There's a need for expansion, still. To the west lie the shores of Anfalas, and to the east lieth the realm of Lebennin. Securing Anfalas can bring Lamedon's Kingdom right at the doorsteps of those fanatics, but it also means a swift strike on their capitol, if the tension escalates. Securing the east could bring Lamedon in direct contact with the Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers. The two nations have had no direct contact before, and that has to change.

"Humans understand humans", Angordor the Brave thought. "But these humans ... are an interesting sort of humans. Huge war-like creatures, overly-bred prodigies and what I like to call modified skins are all part of Faramir's armies. What kind of ruler needs to make a pact with .. the devil, just to secure a pool of loyal .. creatures? Are they even loyal?", Angordor asked himself.

"I would very much not like to see this theory put to the test. And if anything, if anyone is able to bring this mix together, then that someone is worthy to be an ally of mine. So let us test the waters and send a peace-bearing emmissary to Faramir, in Ithilien. Or wherever he is now .. and see what he has to say to the emmissary's words."
----
Attack Anfalas with all forces.
Send a peace-bearing emmissary to the Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers.

Two envoys, from two different realms, came to the Halls of Ulond. One, bearing gifts. The other, bearing a message of warning. To both, Gruumsh replied. And sealed the replies with what appeared to be a magical ink, so only the hands of Bildur and Angordor could open and only their eyes can read.

And the army marches forward. To .. Anfalas?

----
Attack Anfalas with all forces?

After a few nights and after some serious casualties (mostly because of the surprise attack by the barbarians), King Arundar's forces managed to conquer Weathertop and all of its surroundings; now all Eastern Arthedain was theirs.

Not wanting to attack even further in the West - or at least, not yet - King's Arundar attention now turned to Ettenmoors, a province he thought to be a lonely region, mostly void of life; an easy picking for his injured soldiers. Even if arriving in Ettenmoors in the given time would mean crossing a great distance, at least part of their way would intersect with Rhudaur and the men could visit their families.

----
Attack Ettenmoors with all forces.

He considered what he had done so far and what possibilities for the future were. He needed more peanut fields, obviously. His mumak forces had sired an entire new generation, and the kids weren’t any less hungry than the parents were. He also needed more cocoa fields. Faramir wondered absentmindedly if Éowyn had discovered his chocolate addiction yet…

Thinking of his wife, and thinking of fields, an idea sparked into that souped-up Númenórean brain of his. It was actually quite obvious. He wondered why he hadn’t thought of it before. Maybe it was the cocoa affecting his brain? But anyways, on with the plan!
He pulled out a fresh sheet of parchment and dipped his pen with flair.

These mumakil were going to get more peanuts!
~
An emissary was sent to Glim Firebeard, with a message scrawled in Faramir’s own, distinctive hand;
"Esteemed Sir, Lord Firebeard of the Withered Heath,

I hope you will excuse my lack of eloquence in this missive, but this is a matter in which I believe it is better to communicate straightforwardly than to worry about elegant wording. So I will get to the point. And my point is; I believe the time has come for us to ally our forces.

The reason for this is because our people share common bonds, albeit belonging to different races. We both have loyal, strong, fighting people. We both are favorites of the Gods. I have noted also that you show interest in the great work of expansion; the growth of territories in the goal of prospering and promoting people and culture. The people of Ithilien also share this desire to grow.

Hearing from the international news that Lord Glodurin of the East Rho-Drukars has refused your alliance, I thought that you might want to form an alliance with another, more prominent force on the field, namely the Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers. We could combine our greatness. We would be unstoppable. Of course you are wondering what I want for my people out of this alliance. Actually, I have only one goal, and it is more of a personal wish. I, having notable ties to the people of the Mark, being married to a Rohirric princess, wish to join my territory with theirs. But enough about me. You must have goals for your people. And I would be only too happy to help you accomplish them as your ally.

Of course, if I have mis-judged your wishes, which I admit is well possible, please accept my humble apology. Feel free to negotiate with me more on this matter before making a final decision. Of course, I would appreciate it if your Lordship would reply soon, as my army waits for your decision before acting.

No matter what your choice, I beseech you to accept my accompanying gift of ten pounds of the finest chocolate; a Haradrim delicacy.

Signed,
Faramir of Ithilien"
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Welcome the emissary from Lamedon.
Send emissary with gifts and message to Glim Firebeard.

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All of my army to Western Arthedain.

Looking out from his camp, he summoned his battle commander, Saerondr and ordered him to collect a force and attack Northern Cardolan. The Barrow-Downs were much feared by men and hobbits, but elves had walked under much more dangerous leaves. However, Saerondr was ordered to go too deep into the forest without a significant force. He was asked recommended to seek out the one called Tom Bombadil.

Receiving the gifts from the Fangorn Dwarves, he admired the necklace and sent his emissary forth once more.

The emissary, coming to their realm, gave a short bow and began. "My lord Glorfindel of Eregion greets you, Fangorn Dwarves. In response to your gift, he has bidden me to deliver to you an elven sword made by our master smiths. Long ago, elves and dwarves worked in union to create many a treasure."

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Summary:

Send 845 Elves with Saerondr Tarembor(Hero) to attack Northern Cardolan

Send back peace-bearing envoy drunk, with no promises, but loaded with gifts.

Extend greetings to Fangorn Dwarves and offer a gift of a sword to leader.

'Wots this then? Ye came from Ithilien lad? Good on ye! 'ere, hand me that there note ye've got.'

As he read the message, an increasingly wide smile spread across Glim's face. He had actually intended to reach out to these Humans himself, but they had beaten him to the punch.

'Listen 'ere laddie, can ye wait fer a moment while ah get a reply sorted? Ye must be hungry, too. Donnae ye worry, we'll sort ye out.' Glim told the messenger, then turned to one of his aides. 'BAELOG! See that the lad gets the finest port we can provide, and get him a mug 'o ale while yer at it. Oh, ah... The 'special' brew fer dignitaries an' friends.'

The 'special' brew was actually watered-down Dwarven ale, because the other races of Middle Earth were notorious for their poor ability to drink proper ale. Of course the messenger didn't know this, and there was no need to tell him either.

Glim immediately got to work on a reply to Faramir:

"To the Lord Faramir of Ithilien

I received your messenger, and he could not have arrived at a better time. You are quite correct that negotiations with the East Rho-drukars didn't go as planned, much to my regret. I have not given up hope on talking some sense into Glodurin, but he's a stubborn one.

It would please me greatly if our two peoples were to unite in friendship. Such friendships have been of great value to my people in the past. I understand your ambitions towards Rohan, and find it unnecessary to explain my own ambitions for the Iron Hills - I'm quite sure you've already figured out as much yourself.

I have scouts searching through Mirkwood for signs of Orcish activity. We hear of increasing aggression from bands of refugees from the human villages there, refugees that I'm sure are heading towards your lands at the moment. These Orcs could be a concern for both of us.

I have sent a small measure of my appreciation for your so-called chocolate back with your messenger. I hope you shall find it to your taste, and that it can be a sign of our continued friendship.

Yours, Glim Firebeard."

'That's that. Baelog, get tha scriba ta make this, yakno, readable for this Faramir manling. And send some guards and a casket of ale back with tha messenger lad. We've made new friends. Ah'll also have ye send a note ta Glodurin, with what we talked aboot.'

The message was another offer of alliance to Glodurin, on the condition that he cede Dorwinion to Glim - in exchange for Western Rhovanion, of course. Glim wasn't trying to cheat Glodurin out of his lands, after all, he simply wanted to consolidate. Although, with the alliance established with the people of Ithilien, slightly more pressure could now be applied to the upstart Dwarf lord.

"Tae Lord Glodurin.

Dissappointed at yer refusal, as ye well know. Ah have just heard from this manling in Ithilien, and offered him mah friendship. Ye finds yerself in a tight spot, with only wasteland ta yer south. So ah have a new proposal for ye. A territorial swap, where ah give ye Western Rhovanion, and ye give me Dorwinion. This would let ye have more lands ta take, as well as the eternal friendship of tha Firebeard clan.

Signed,

Glim Firebeard"

Aside from these messages, Glim was still waiting on word from the scouts sent to Mirkwood. He was beginning to worry that something had gone terribly wrong in there...

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Move the army back to Middle Rhovanion.
Accept alliance with Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers.
Offer alliance to East Rho-drukars, on the condition of a territory swap (Dorwinion for Western Rhovanion)

• Angmar - successfully conquered 1 province: Western Arthedain

• Maedhros - successfully conquered 1 province: The Shire

• The Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion - successfully conquered 1 province: Northern Cardolan

• Dark Wood Orcs - successfully conquered 1 province: Anduin Vales

• Doom'dr'thak - successfully conquered 1 province: Nurn

• East Rho-Drukars - successfully conquered 1 province: Horse Plains

• Fangorn Dwarves - successfully conquered 1 province: Wold and Foothills

• Free people of Lamedon - successfully conquered 1 province: Anfalas

• Remnants of Old Religion - successfully conquered 1 province: Enedhwaith

• Rhudaur Folk - successfully conquered 1 province: Ettenmoors

• Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers and The Dominion of Glim Firebeard have established an Alliance.
  

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1. • Kingdom's Name: Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers (AHIR)

   • NS Player: Teya lone

   • Race: Humans

   • Leader: Faramir

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=434512

   • NS Stats: +15% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 60 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (4) : Anorien, Dagorlad, Ithilien, Harondor

   • Armies under command: 1520 Humans in Ithilien, 640 Humans in Anorien and 640 Humans in Dagorlad
     

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2. • Kingdom's Name: Angmar

   • NS Player: The olog-hai (Mordor)

   • Race: Orcs

   • Leader: The Witch King of Angmar

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=435599

   • NS Stats: +15% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 70 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (5) : Angmar, Emyn Uial, Forochel, Gundabad, Western Arthedain

   • Armies under command: 1760 Orcs in Western Arthedain and 2340 Orcs in Angmar
     

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3. • Kingdom's Name: Maedhros

   • NS Player: March of Maedhros

   • Race: Elves

   • Leader: Maedhros the Tall

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=435294

   • NS Stats: +10% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 51 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (4) : Cardolan, Eyrn Vorn, Southern Arthedain, The Shire

   • Armies under command: 720 Elves in The Shire and 660 Elves in Eryn Vorn
     

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4. • Kingdom's Name: The Dominion of Glim Firebeard

   • NS Player: Dor caranthir

   • Race: Dwarves

   • Leader: Glim Firebeard

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=434862

   • NS Stats: +5% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 55 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (4) : Middle Rhovanion, Northern Rhovanion, Western Rhovanion, Withered Heath

   • Armies under command: 760 Dwarves in Middle Rhovanion and 660 Dwarves in Withered Heath
     

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5. • Kingdom's Name: The Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion

   • NS Player: The starlight

   • Race: Elves

   • Leader: Lord Glorfindel

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=434169

   • NS Stats: +10% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 51 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (3) : Dunland, Hollin, Northern Cardolan

   • Armies under command: 730 Elves in Northern Cardolan and 700 Elves in Hollin
     

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6. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Lindon Rebels

   • Race: Elves

   • Leader: Rog the Wrathhammer

   • Regions under command: (4) : Blue Mountains, Northern Lindon, Numeriador, River Lhun

   • Armies under command: 1260 Elves in Blue Mountains
     

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7. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Dark Wood Orcs

   • Race: Orcs

   • Leader: Grumtash the Hollow

   • Regions under command: (3) : Anduin Vales, Southern Mirkwood, Western Mirkwood

   • Armies under command: 1090 Orcs in Anduin Vales and 1720 Orcs in Western Mirkwood
     

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8. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Doom'dr'thak

   • Race: Orcs

   • Leader: Bru'tak Gumdum

   • Regions under command: (3) : Khand, Nurn, Upper Nurn

   • Armies under command: 1160 Orcs in Nurn and 1720 Orcs in Khand
     

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9. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) East Rho-Drukars

   • Race: Dwarves

   • Leader: Glodurin

   • Regions under command: (3) : Eastern Rhovanion, Dorwinion, Horse Plains

   • Armies under command: 420 Dwarves in Horse Plains and 540 Dwarves in Eastern Rhovanion
     

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10. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Fangorn Dwarves

    • Race: Dwarves

    • Leader: Bildur the Smither

    • Regions under command: (3) : Fangorn, Gap of Isen, Wold and Foothills

    • Armies under command: 420 Dwarves in Wold and Foothills and 540 Dwarves in Fangorn
      

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11. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Free people of Lamedon

    • Race: Humans

    • Leader: Andorgor the Brave

    • Regions under command: (3) : Anfalas, Belfalas, Lamedon

    • Armies under command: 800 Humans in Anfalas and 1080 Humans in Lamedon
      

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12. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Remnants of Old Religion

    • Race: Orcs

    • Leader: Gruumsh the Infernal

    • Regions under command: (3) : Andrast, Enedhwaith, Old Pukel Land

    • Armies under command: 1160 Orcs in Enedhwaith and 1720 Orcs in Andrast
      

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13. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Rhudaur Folk

    • Race: Humans

    • Leader: King Arundar

    • Regions under command: (3) : Eastern Arthedain, Ettenmoors, Rhudaur

    • Armies under command: 750 Humans in Ettenmoors and 1080 Humans in Rhudaur
      

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14. • Kingdom's Name: N/A
      

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• Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers

  • Official Allies: (1) The Dominion of Glim Firebeard

  • Official Enemies: -none-

  • Declared a Non-Aggression-Pact with: (1) Doom'dr'thak
    

• Angmar

  • Official Allies: (1) (NPC) Rhudaur Folk

  • Official Enemies: -none-

  • Declared as ENEMY by: (1) Lindon Rebels
    

• Maedhros

  • Official Allies: (1) The Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion

  • Official Enemies: -none-
    

• The Dominion of Glim Firebeard

  • Official Allies: (1) Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers

  • Official Enemies: -none-
    

• The Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion

  • Official Allies: (1) Maedhros

  • Official Enemies: -none-
    

• Lindon Rebels

  • Official Allies: -none-

  • Official Enemies: -none-
    

• Dark Wood Orcs

  • Official Allies: -none-

  • Official Enemies: -none-
    

• Doom'dr'thak

  • Official Allies: -none-

  • Official Enemies: -none-

  • Declared a Non-Aggression-Pact with: (1) Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers
    

• East Rho-Drukars

  • Official Allies: -none-

  • Official Enemies: -none-
    

• Fangorn Dwarves

  • Official Allies: -none-

  • Official Enemies: -none-
    

• Free people of Lamedon

  • Official Allies: -none-

  • Official Enemies: -none-
    

• Remnants of Old Religion

  • Official Allies: -none-

  • Official Enemies: -none-
    

• Rhudaur Folk

  • Official Allies: (1) Angmar

  • Official Enemies: -none-

  • Declared as ENEMY by: (1) Lindon Rebels
    

• No wars happened so far !
  (But peace is fragile..)
  

On another note, Grumtash had an epiphany: if people are sending him gifts, then he must be of utmost importance around these parts. Which is extremely correct, no doubt. But what if there were other, lesser, important players nearby? The thought never crossed his mind, until now ... but now .. he feels as if he is watched. As if his moves have been studied. Maybe its the adrenaline, after all. A bloodbath does that, sometimes ...

" Take a few soldiers to roam the realm, and see who's important around. Maybe you won't find any, but its worth knowing. This message ((the dwarf's gift)) might have been sent to others, too. But those replies might have been different ... than mine."

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Send a few detachments of soldiers towards Angmar, Rhudaur Folk, AHIR and Glim Firebeard's Dominion.
They can be interacted with (greeted, friended, bribed, attacked, ambushed, captured, killed etc.)
Attack Wold & Foothills with all soldiers

"Although ... there is a gist," Bru'tak Gumdum said.
"Our ability to recruit new forces is directly tied to how many provinces we command; we simply can't take and train orcs from where there are none!

And conquering such a mighty province requires lots of soldiers. Soldiers we do not have right now, after that disastrous attack on Upper Nurn!

There are two possible paths, now: either we wait until we can recruit another round of soldiers, and then attack ... or attack provinces nearby, to get more territories ... to get more soldiers.

Which is more efficient, I wonder?

Squire! I am calling the Small Council. There's matters to attend to."

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No army movement.

Naturally, Glodurin felt his realm threathened, making him view the message from Glim with other eyes.

He wrote as reply:
"Kin'Glim, me have answer to ya proposal. I be willing to trade realms, but see ... it puts me in a bad, bad place.

Dunno know about ya, but me have heard stories of wha' happens in Mirkwood .. why would me be willin' to border Mirkwood? For ta friendship? Ha!

I be willin to bear the blunt of ta enemy and switch keys to province, if ya be me ally and if ya also tribute ... say ... 500 of your finest dwarves, in my guard. Ta guard Middle Rhovanion, for sure.

What say ya? "

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All forces to Eastern Rhovanion
Send dispatch back to Glim, with the proposal to switch territories if alliance is agreed and if Glim tributes 500 Dwarves to East Rho-Drukars

The assets need also guarding, so a permanent guard has been dispatched towards the Wold & Foothills, towards Fangorn and towards the Gap; the remainder of the army is set to attack the mountains of Moria, or more specifically, the Redhorn Gate. There they hope to find enough mithril to make the whole world shine ...

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Leave 160 Dwarves in Wold & Foothills to coordinate the extraction of trees
Leave 160 Dwarves in Fangorn to guard the smithing grounds of Bildur
Send 160 Dwarves in the Gap of Isen, to coordinate the construction of the fort
Attack with 480 Dwarves the Redhorn Gate

Things do feel different ...

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Attack Lebennin with all forces.

Sending a message to the Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion and to the realms of Maedhros:
"Leaders of elves,

Great hope ahead! My forces ride towards Minhiriath, and once conquered, I will transform it into a marvelous stepping ground, assisting the progress towards conversion for all the elves that lie after Minhiriath. You are at the borders, so you have to wait the least amount of time to understand the joys and satisfacton of having a real purpose to aim for."

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Attack Minhiriath with all forces
Send emissaries to the Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion and to Maedhros

Upper Rhudaur, even in name, bears great pride towards many men in Rhudaur - if able to be conquered.

But conquering is not all Arundar has to do, in order for his Folk to survive in today's world. Allegiances have to be also renewed.

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Attack Upper Rhudaur with 1430 humans
Send as tribute to Angmar 400 humans (transformed as 320 Orcs via point #4 in the FAQ)

The ruler of Lindon Rebels is Rog the Wrathhammer, a craftsman with a curious name and with a great hatred towards Orcs. So much hatred that, in fact, the only known actions of the Lindon Rebels were to declare as enemies-on-sight all hailing from the provinces of Angmar and Rhudaur Folk.

Nothing else is known, so far. But one does wonder about the back story of Rog!

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Move 530 elves to River Lhun and 530 elves to Numeriador
Declared Angmar and Rhudaur Folk as enemies-on-sight (a war is at any time possible)

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On another note, Grumtash had an epiphany: if people are sending him gifts, then he must be of utmost importance around these parts. Which is extremely correct, no doubt. But what if there were other, lesser, important players nearby? The thought never crossed his mind, until now ... but now .. he feels as if he is watched. As if his moves have been studied. Maybe its the adrenaline, after all. A bloodbath does that, sometimes ...

" Take a few soldiers to roam the realm, and see who's important around. Maybe you won't find any, but its worth knowing. This message ((the dwarf's gift)) might have been sent to others, too. But those replies might have been different ... than mine."

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Send a few detachments of soldiers towards Angmar, Rhudaur Folk, AHIR and Glim Firebeard's Dominion.
They can be interacted with (greeted, friended, bribed, attacked, ambushed, captured, killed etc.)
Attack Wold & Foothills with all soldiers

"Although ... there is a gist," Bru'tak Gumdum said.
"Our ability to recruit new forces is directly tied to how many provinces we command; we simply can't take and train orcs from where there are none!

And conquering such a mighty province requires lots of soldiers. Soldiers we do not have right now, after that disastrous attack on Upper Nurn!

There are two possible paths, now: either we wait until we can recruit another round of soldiers, and then attack ... or attack provinces nearby, to get more territories ... to get more soldiers.

Which is more efficient, I wonder?

Squire! I am calling the Small Council. There's matters to attend to."

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No army movement.

Naturally, Glodurin felt his realm threathened, making him view the message from Glim with other eyes.

He wrote as reply:
"Kin'Glim, me have answer to ya proposal. I be willing to trade realms, but see ... it puts me in a bad, bad place.

Dunno know about ya, but me have heard stories of wha' happens in Mirkwood .. why would me be willin' to border Mirkwood? For ta friendship? Ha!

I be willin to bear the blunt of ta enemy and switch keys to province, if ya be me ally and if ya also tribute ... say ... 500 of your finest dwarves, in my guard. Ta guard Middle Rhovanion, for sure.

What say ya? "

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All forces to Eastern Rhovanion
Send dispatch back to Glim, with the proposal to switch territories if alliance is agreed and if Glim tributes 500 Dwarves to East Rho-Drukars

The assets need also guarding, so a permanent guard has been dispatched towards the Wold & Foothills, towards Fangorn and towards the Gap; the remainder of the army is set to attack the mountains of Moria, or more specifically, the Redhorn Gate. There they hope to find enough mithril to make the whole world shine ...

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Leave 160 Dwarves in Wold & Foothills to coordinate the extraction of trees
Leave 160 Dwarves in Fangorn to guard the smithing grounds of Bildur
Send 160 Dwarves in the Gap of Isen, to coordinate the construction of the fort
Attack with 480 Dwarves the Redhorn Gate

Things do feel different ...

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Attack Lebennin with all forces.

Sending a message to the Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion and to the realms of Maedhros:
"Leaders of elves,

Great hope ahead! My forces ride towards Minhiriath, and once conquered, I will transform it into a marvelous stepping ground, assisting the progress towards conversion for all the elves that lie after Minhiriath. You are at the borders, so you have to wait the least amount of time to understand the joys and satisfacton of having a real purpose to aim for."

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Attack Minhiriath with all forces
Send emissaries to the Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion and to Maedhros

Upper Rhudaur, even in name, bears great pride towards many men in Rhudaur - if able to be conquered.

But conquering is not all Arundar has to do, in order for his Folk to survive in today's world. Allegiances have to be also renewed.

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Attack Upper Rhudaur with 1430 humans
Send as tribute to Angmar 400 humans (transformed as 320 Orcs via point #4 in the FAQ)

The ruler of Lindon Rebels is Rog the Wrathhammer, a craftsman with a curious name and with a great hatred towards Orcs. So much hatred that, in fact, the only known actions of the Lindon Rebels were to declare as enemies-on-sight all hailing from the provinces of Angmar and Rhudaur Folk.

Nothing else is known, so far. But one does wonder about the back story of Rog!

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Move 530 elves to River Lhun and 530 elves to Numeriador
Declared Angmar and Rhudaur Folk as enemies-on-sight (a war is at any time possible)

The Civil War in old Lindon has subsided and the Lindon Rebels under Rog lost the fight against the loyalist of Lindon's ruler.

Some provinces have switched hands, Northern and Southern Lindon have again pledged support to the Kingdom of Lindon, alongside with Blue Mountain.

The Kingdom of Lindon has a force of 1080 elves located in Northern Lindon, the capital.

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Lindon Rebels have ceased to exist.

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Move 260 soldiers to from Eryn Vorn into Southern Artherdain and then into The Shire.

Back in Angmar
Gothmog whips a set of sniveling orcs who are moving slowly. "Get a move on maggots! We're going to the Witch King, and he does not like to be delayed." He then turns to a messenger. "Tell the petty human king that his gift was received, and we thank him for it. Bring him some orcish weapons in return."

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Consolidation my forces in Western Arthedain
Messenger to Maedhros bearing a message of non-agression, and a meeting if wished.
Messenger to King Arundar, bringing gifts, in reward for the troops.

But he didn't have much time for such contemplation. One problem solved didn't mean that the Kingdom was safe. He has lost quite some time and resources trying to restore the rule. Now his regular troops were down to only 1080 elven warriors, stationed all in his capital in Northern Lindon, and reports of Angmar rapid expansion were coming in every day. A few alarming letters have also arrived from far east.

- I wish I had the time... said Ecthelion, putting down papers regarding cultural events in the restored kingdom. Instead, he had to write a few different letters. One, to Lord Glorfindel and the other to Lord Mahedros the Tall - rulers of two other elven kingdoms of Middle Earth. Two exact letters, signed and sealed according to royal standards, had the following message inside:

"My dear friends,
It pleases my heart to infirm you that my rule was restored. Still, I do apologize for my absence and relative inactivity because these events could have been avoided.
Our race is fading. Our powers diminish. The old world is leaving us, I feel it in the water, I smell it in the earth (OOC: lol)... The darkness is rising again. My scouts report Angmar's movements in the North and strange events in the East. For our love to this land, I urge you to forge an alliance among all three of us - and tells me my heart that it would be the last one that honours true strength of the Firstborn of Middle-Earth".
We cannot delay, for the Enemy may be again upon us.
May the grace of the Valar protect us!
Ecthelion of the Fountain"

Of course, he could have tried to use osanwe, but something prevented him from doing so.
--
Even though negotiations were important, Ecthelion also had another issue to solve.
- Prepare our units to move out, let's reclaim our lost lands - such an order was given to his troops.
And so 1080 Elven warriors have marched from the capital to River Lhun

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Attack River Lhun with all forces

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Agree to alliance with Ecthelion in Lindon.

Friends! Kinsmen! Fer too long we've been expelled from our ancestral home. No more! Today we seize the Iron Hills from the uncouth barbarians that would seek to deny us!

Glim let the roar of approval wash over him before signalling the hornblower again, this time to announce the march. He would deal with this petty Dwarf later...

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All troops to attack Iron Hills, led by Glim Firebeard.

• The Kingdom of Lindon - successfully conquered 1 province: River Lhun

• The Dominion of Glim Firebeard - successfully conquered 1 KEY PROVINCE: Iron Hills

• Dark Wood Orcs conquered 1 province: Wold and Foothills.

• Fangorn Dwarves - successfully conquered 1 province: Redhorn Gate

• Free people of Lamedon - successfully conquered 1 province: Lebennin

• Remnants of Old Religion - successfully conquered 1 province: Gap of Isen

• Rhudaur Folk - successfully conquered 1 province: Upper Rhudaur

• The Kingdom of Lindon and Maedhros have established an Alliance.

• Dark Wood Orcs - declared war on Fangorn Dwarves! War will time out in 2 updates.

• Remnants of Old Religion - declared war on Fangorn Dwarves! War will time out in 2 updates.
  

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1. • Kingdom's Name: Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers (AHIR)

   • NS Player: Teya lone

   • Race: Humans

   • Leader: Faramir

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=434512

   • NS Stats: +15% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 42 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (4) : Anorien, Dagorlad, Ithilien, Harondor

   • Armies under command: 1520 Humans in Ithilien, 640 Humans in Anorien and 640 Humans in Dagorlad
     

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2. • Kingdom's Name: Angmar

   • NS Player: The olog-hai (Mordor)

   • Race: Orcs

   • Leader: The Witch King of Angmar

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=435599

   • NS Stats: +15% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 62 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (5) : Angmar, Emyn Uial, Forochel, Gundabad, Western Arthedain

   • Armies under command: 4100 Orcs in Western Arthedain and 320 Orcs in Angmar
     

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3. • Kingdom's Name: The Kingdom of Lindon

   • NS Player: Eglamar

   • Race: Elves

   • Leader: Ecthelion of the Fountain

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=434286

   • NS Stats: +15% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 55 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (4) : Blue Mountain, Northern Lindon, River Lhun, Southern Lindon

   • Armies under command: 960 Elves in River Lhun
     

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4. • Kingdom's Name: Maedhros

   • NS Player: March of Maedhros

   • Race: Elves

   • Leader: Maedhros the Tall

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=435294

   • NS Stats: +10% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 43 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (4) : Cardolan, Eyrn Vorn, Southern Arthedain, The Shire

   • Armies under command: 980 Elves in The Shire and 400 Elves in Eryn Vorn
     

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5. • Kingdom's Name: The Dominion of Glim Firebeard

   • NS Player: Dor caranthir

   • Race: Dwarves

   • Leader: Glim Firebeard

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=434862

   • NS Stats: +5% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 69 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (5) : Iron Hills, Middle Rhovanion, Northern Rhovanion, Western Rhovanion, Withered Heath

   • Armies under command: 920 Dwarves in Iron Hills
     

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6. • Kingdom's Name: The Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion

   • NS Player: The starlight

   • Race: Elves

   • Leader: Lord Glorfindel

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=434169

   • NS Stats: +10% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 43 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (3) : Dunland, Hollin, Northern Cardolan

   • Armies under command: 730 Elves in Northern Cardolan and 700 Elves in Hollin
     

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7. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Dark Wood Orcs

   • Race: Orcs

   • Leader: Grumtash the Hollow

   • Regions under command: (4) : Anduin Vales, Southern Mirkwood, Western Mirkwood, Wold and Foothills

   • Armies under command: 2250 Orcs in Wold and Foothills
     

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8. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Doom'dr'thak

   • Race: Orcs

   • Leader: Bru'tak Gumdum

   • Regions under command: (3) : Khand, Nurn, Upper Nurn

   • Armies under command: 4170 Orcs in Nurn
     

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9. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) East Rho-Drukars

   • Race: Dwarves

   • Leader: Glodurin

   • Regions under command: (3) : Eastern Rhovanion, Dorwinion, Horse Plains

   • Armies under command: 960 Dwarves in Eastern Rhovanion
     

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10. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Fangorn Dwarves

    • Race: Dwarves

    • Leader: Bildur the Smither

    • Regions under command: (2) : Fangorn, Redhorn Gate

    • Armies under command: 290 Dwarves in Redhorn Gate and 160 Dwarves and also 140 Injured Dwarves in Fangorn
      

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11. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Free people of Lamedon

    • Race: Humans

    • Leader: Andorgor the Brave

    • Regions under command: (4) : Anfalas, Belfalas, Lamedon, Lebennin

    • Armies under command: 1560 Humans in Lebennin
      

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12. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Remnants of Old Religion

    • Race: Orcs

    • Leader: Gruumsh the Infernal

    • Regions under command: (4) : Andrast, Enedhwaith, Gap of Isen, Old Pukel Land

    • Armies under command: 1230 Orcs in Enedhwaith and 990 Orcs in Gap of Isen
      

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13. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Rhudaur Folk

    • Race: Humans

    • Leader: King Arundar

    • Regions under command: (4) : Eastern Arthedain, Ettenmoors, Rhudaur, Upper Rhudaur

    • Armies under command: 1480 Humans in Upper Rhudaur
      

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14. • Kingdom's Name: N/A
      

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• Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers

  • Official Allies: (1) The Dominion of Glim Firebeard

  • Official Enemies: -none-

  • Declared a Non-Aggression-Pact with: (1) Doom'dr'thak
    

• Angmar

  • Official Allies: (1) (NPC) Rhudaur Folk

  • Official Enemies: -none-
    

• The Kingdom of Lindon

  • Official Allies: (1) Maedhros

  • Official Enemies: -none-
    

• Maedhros

  • Official Allies: (2) The Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion, The Kingdom of Lindon

  • Official Enemies: -none-
    

• The Dominion of Glim Firebeard

  • Official Allies: (1) Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers

  • Official Enemies: -none-
    

• The Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion

  • Official Allies: (1) Maedhros

  • Official Enemies: -none-
    

• Dark Wood Orcs

  • Official Allies: -none-

  • Official Enemies: (1) Fangorn Dwarves
    

• Doom'dr'thak

  • Official Allies: -none-

  • Official Enemies: -none-

  • Declared a Non-Aggression-Pact with: (1) Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers
    

• East Rho-Drukars

  • Official Allies: -none-

  • Official Enemies: -none-
    

• Fangorn Dwarves

  • Official Allies: -none-

  • Official Enemies: (2) Dark Wood Orcs, Remnants of Old Religion
    

• Free people of Lamedon

  • Official Allies: -none-

  • Official Enemies: -none-
    

• Remnants of Old Religion

  • Official Allies: -none-

  • Official Enemies: (1) Fangorn Dwarves
    

• Rhudaur Folk

  • Official Allies: (1) Angmar

  • Official Enemies: -none-
    

• Dark Wood Orcs have declared war on Fangorn Dwarves! - war will time out in 2 updates
  (Dark Wood Orcs captured Wold and Foothills - in this update)

• Remnants of Old Religion have declared war on Fangorn Dwarves! - war will time out in 2 updates
  (Remnants of Old Religion captured Gap of Isen - in this update)

"An orc? Magnificent! Although ... they might be aiming for the gold themselves! Ohh .. crush them! Crush the dwarves!"

... later, when asserting that the forces of Dark Orcs aren't enough to capture by themselves the capital of Fangorn, Grumtash had a clever solution: ally, if possible, with the Orc. And crush them afterwards if they so even plan to grab any gold.

Grumtash wondered when the scouts he sent will return .... "if no-one returns soon, then most likely no-one's of importance near me and the scouts had to travel too far to reach any of interest. Which is a good thing ..."
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Send alliance request to Remnants of the Old Religion. If agree, ask to support with attacking Fangorn. If agree, attack with all forces

All the army will be conserved, and trained to succeed in such a task.

Expecting new recruits, before attacking.
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No army movements

If Glim offers no reply, then Glodurin should not stay idle!

"Send word toward da Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers - inquire about thy future plans, nd assure em dat our expansion dinno involve nay of their current realms. Extend a offer of friendship towards them."

"Send word ta the orcs ... inform dem dat our expansion dinna involve nay of their current realm, nd extend n offer of friendship towards th... ".
Glodurin did not finish his last phrase, as he was interrupted by one of his servants. "What'sit??!", he said.
"Sir'Glodurin, there be orcs from Dark Woods waiting in da main hall, askin' ta talk with ya.", the servant replied.
"Oh be daaamnnn in all languages what they be wantin?! Hastly lad, take me to them!"

After a brief conversation, Glodurin informed the orcs that he's merely the ruler of a small conservative nation, with no serious plans of expansions, other than reclaiming lost lands. Certainly not a nation of interest ...

After the orcs left, Glodurin called all his council and told them what happened. He also informed everyone to keep quiet of what happened, although he feared of spies ... it happened once, why couldn't it happen again?
"Last thing me needs now is explanations ... safeguarding me kingdom is paramount. Did what me had ta do ...."

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No army movements.

Ask of help from nearby nations, if anyone is able to receive word and send an alleviating force!
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Send pleas of help to nearby nations (especially to the Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion and to the Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers)

And when there isn't war, there's plenty of time to pray ...
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No army movements.

Coincidence made it that, in the same time, another part of Fangorn's realm got captured, by another band of orcs. And, as coincidences come in pairs, not long has passed and Gruumsh the Infernal received word from the one named Grumtash, of the Dark Woods, about an alliance to strike, and to finish the dwarves.

And this is fine. Minhiriath can wait. Punishment can not.

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Agree to alliance with Dark Wood Orcs.
Attack with all forces with the help of the Dark Wood Orcs army the province of Fangorn.

This proved to be easy, considering that the elves of Hollin didn't even bother to write any replies to his dispatches. The Witch King is right ... elves are nothing more than a nuisance!

Send word to the Witch King and inform them that we are ready to start war, let they propose to us a target!

On a side note, scouts were sighted - orcish scouts, and not from Angmar - but from the forests to the east!
"Welcome, orcish friends! You are talking with King Arundar, ruler of Rhudaur folk and ally of the Witch King, the most mighty of your race!

You ask of the might of my forces? This is it, I say! The might of my friends can become your might, if you so choose to tell your master that Rhudaur is friends with orcs, with any orc."
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No army movements yet.

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"An orc? Magnificent! Although ... they might be aiming for the gold themselves! Ohh .. crush them! Crush the dwarves!"

... later, when asserting that the forces of Dark Orcs aren't enough to capture by themselves the capital of Fangorn, Grumtash had a clever solution: ally, if possible, with the Orc. And crush them afterwards if they so even plan to grab any gold.

Grumtash wondered when the scouts he sent will return .... "if no-one returns soon, then most likely no-one's of importance near me and the scouts had to travel too far to reach any of interest. Which is a good thing ..."
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Send alliance request to Remnants of the Old Religion. If agree, ask to support with attacking Fangorn. If agree, attack with all forces

All the army will be conserved, and trained to succeed in such a task.

Expecting new recruits, before attacking.
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No army movements

If Glim offers no reply, then Glodurin should not stay idle!

"Send word toward da Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers - inquire about thy future plans, nd assure em dat our expansion dinno involve nay of their current realms. Extend a offer of friendship towards them."

"Send word ta the orcs ... inform dem dat our expansion dinna involve nay of their current realm, nd extend n offer of friendship towards th... ".
Glodurin did not finish his last phrase, as he was interrupted by one of his servants. "What'sit??!", he said.
"Sir'Glodurin, there be orcs from Dark Woods waiting in da main hall, askin' ta talk with ya.", the servant replied.
"Oh be daaamnnn in all languages what they be wantin?! Hastly lad, take me to them!"

After a brief conversation, Glodurin informed the orcs that he's merely the ruler of a small conservative nation, with no serious plans of expansions, other than reclaiming lost lands. Certainly not a nation of interest ...

After the orcs left, Glodurin called all his council and told them what happened. He also informed everyone to keep quiet of what happened, although he feared of spies ... it happened once, why couldn't it happen again?
"Last thing me needs now is explanations ... safeguarding me kingdom is paramount. Did what me had ta do ...."

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No army movements.

Ask of help from nearby nations, if anyone is able to receive word and send an alleviating force!
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Send pleas of help to nearby nations (especially to the Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion and to the Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers)

And when there isn't war, there's plenty of time to pray ...
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No army movements.

Coincidence made it that, in the same time, another part of Fangorn's realm got captured, by another band of orcs. And, as coincidences come in pairs, not long has passed and Gruumsh the Infernal received word from the one named Grumtash, of the Dark Woods, about an alliance to strike, and to finish the dwarves.

And this is fine. Minhiriath can wait. Punishment can not.

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Agree to alliance with Dark Wood Orcs.
Attack with all forces with the help of the Dark Wood Orcs army the province of Fangorn.

This proved to be easy, considering that the elves of Hollin didn't even bother to write any replies to his dispatches. The Witch King is right ... elves are nothing more than a nuisance!

Send word to the Witch King and inform them that we are ready to start war, let they propose to us a target!

On a side note, scouts were sighted - orcish scouts, and not from Angmar - but from the forests to the east!
"Welcome, orcish friends! You are talking with King Arundar, ruler of Rhudaur folk and ally of the Witch King, the most mighty of your race!

You ask of the might of my forces? This is it, I say! The might of my friends can become your might, if you so choose to tell your master that Rhudaur is friends with orcs, with any orc."
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No army movements yet.

Lord Glorfindel of the Golden Flower."

He then moved his eyes towards Rhudaur, sending a letter to declare war, sending an army of 1000 elves led by Lord Saerondr soon after to attack the capital of Rhudaur. It was indeed time to strike. Rhudaur had claimed the fair city of Imladris to be theirs. They were sorely mistaken, and so, he would strike.

He had also received a letter from some pagans to the south. Scoffing but recognizing that he did not need another enemy, he replied.

"To Gruumsh the Infernal,

You are welcome to attempt conversion to your 'Old Religion'. Be aware, however, that I beheld Valinor in all its glory myself. If or when your prophets are asked to leave, I expect them to do so with grace and dignity. Your prophets may enter my lands for religious reasons, not for spying out the land nor my forces. Any attempts to do so will be met with appropriate force.
Sincerely,

Lord Glorfindel"
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Send letter to Ecthelion, accepting alliance. Send letter to Gruumush, welcoming him to spread religion. Declare war on Rhudaur and attack their capital with 1000 Elves, led by Hero.

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Attack Eastern Arthedain with 880 Elves, on the condition that Angamr hold up their alliance and destroy Rhudaur's armies (in Upper Rhudaur).

On the fourth day, Glim finally had a chance to escape from the frenzied Dwarves chanting his name. There was, after all, still official business to conduct. A group of Orcs had been captured near the border with Southern Mirkwood, and Glim had to decide what to do with them. There was also the issue with Glodurin. However arrogant the Dwarf was, Glim didn't really want to wage war on his kin. However, he also really didn't like the idea of giving the Dwarf enough troops to wage war on him. Finally, there was the matter of the capital. With their newfound wealth, the holding in the Withered Heath was insufficient. The question was whether to move the capital to the a more sufficient location, or to simply construct a new Hold in the Heath.

Glim decided to start with Glodurin. Relations had, after all, been cordial so far. He sat down and started penning a letter to the other Dwarf Lord.

"Ta Glodurin o' tha East Rho-Drukars.

A pardon fer not replying sooner. As yer may have heard, ah had some business in the Iron Hills. Ah do appreciate tha difficult position that yer in, but 500 of mah finest Dwarves seems too much. In exchange fer a territory swap as previously discussed, ah'd be happy to offer ye 250 o' mah finest, as well as an Oath of Friendship ta last our lifetimes. When yer mull this over in yer noggin, keep in mind that, with no enemies nearby, mah troops would be able ta move te yer aid in any trouble ye might have. So even if yer don't get all yer 500 troops, ye'd still have more than that, ready ta aid ye in yer time of need.

Ah hope ta hear from ye soon.

- Glim Firebeard"

As he finished, he had finally decided what to do with the Orcs. Orcs were the filth of Middle Earth, vermin no more fit to live than rats. As he hoped to have secured the alliance with the East Rho-Drukars, he saw no real need to maintain a false sense of friendship with these Orcs. So a message was sent to the leader of the garrison where the Orcs were held.

"Captain Baelog,

See ta it that yer captives be dispatched. All except tha leader. Instead remove his eyes and tongue, and throw him back in tha forest as a warning. Whether he makes it back ta his nest is less important.

- Glim"

Finally Glim decided to reach out to the humans, and offer them aid in their plans. He knew about their ambitions for taking Rohan, and reckoned that a powerful ally like that would help secure the south and east for good.

"Mah Lord Faramir,

Ah am pleased ta announce the retaking of tha Iron Hills. With this, ambitions fer me own people have been reached. Ah remember what yer said about Rohan, and see yer position is a little... finicky. Ah would be happy ta march me army south ta yer aid, should yer need it.

- Glim Firebeard"

With all that taken care of, Glim rejoined the feasting. When they were done, the army would march south. For now, all this writing had left him thirsty for more ale.

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Message to East Rho-Drukars, proposing to swap Western Rhovanion for Dorwinion, and offering them 250 Dwarves and an Alliance in exchange.
Kill captured Orcs from the Dark Woods Orcs, but leave one alive with no eyes or tongue to stagger back to his leader if he can.
Message to Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers offering aid in capturing Rohan.
Move all troops to Western Rhovanion.

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DO NOT attack Easern Arthedain this turn, instead bring all 400 troops from Eryn Vorn to The Shire ASAP and prepare for war with Rhudaur.

• The Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion - successfully conquered 1 CAPITAL PROVINCE: Rhudaur

• Dark Wood Orcs - successfully conquered 1 province: Redhorn Gate.

• Remnants of Old Religion - successfully conquered 1 province: Minhiriath

• The Dominion of Glim Firebeard and East Rho-Drukars have established an Alliance.

• Remnants of Old Religion and Fangorn Dwarves have declared peace. Can not attack one another for 2 updates.
  

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1. • Kingdom's Name: Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers (AHIR)

   • NS Player: Teya lone

   • Race: Humans

   • Leader: Faramir

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=434512

   • NS Stats: +15% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 25 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (4) : Anorien, Dagorlad, Ithilien, Harondor

   • Armies under command: 1520 Humans in Ithilien, 640 Humans in Anorien and 640 Humans in Dagorlad
     

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2. • Kingdom's Name: Angmar

   • NS Player: The olog-hai (Mordor)

   • Race: Orcs

   • Leader: The Witch King of Angmar

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=435599

   • NS Stats: +15% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 54 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (5) : Angmar, Emyn Uial, Forochel, Gundabad, Western Arthedain

   • Armies under command: 4100 Orcs in Western Arthedain and 320 Orcs in Angmar
     

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3. • Kingdom's Name: The Kingdom of Lindon

   • NS Player: Eglamar

   • Race: Elves

   • Leader: Ecthelion of the Fountain

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=434286

   • NS Stats: +15% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 47 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (4) : Blue Mountain, Northern Lindon, River Lhun, Southern Lindon

   • Armies under command: 960 Elves in River Lhun
     

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4. • Kingdom's Name: Maedhros

   • NS Player: March of Maedhros

   • Race: Elves

   • Leader: Maedhros the Tall

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=435294

   • NS Stats: +0% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 35 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (4) : Cardolan, Eyrn Vorn, Southern Arthedain, The Shire

   • Armies under command: 1380 Elves in The Shire
     

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5. • Kingdom's Name: The Dominion of Glim Firebeard

   • NS Player: Dor caranthir

   • Race: Dwarves

   • Leader: Glim Firebeard

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=434862

   • NS Stats: +5% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 61 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (5) : Dorwinion, Iron Hills, Middle Rhovanion, Northern Rhovanion, Withered Heath

   • Armies under command: 670 Dwarves in Western Rhovanion (on allied territory)
     

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6. • Kingdom's Name: The Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion

   • NS Player: The starlight

   • Race: Elves

   • Leader: Lord Glorfindel

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=434169

   • NS Stats: +15% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 46 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (4) : Dunland, Hollin, Northern Cardolan, Rhudaur

   • Armies under command: 770 Elves in Rhudaur and 430 Elves in Hollin
     

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7. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Dark Wood Orcs

   • Race: Orcs

   • Leader: Grumtash the Hollow

   • Regions under command: (5) : Anduin Vales, Redhorn Gate, Southern Mirkwood, Western Mirkwood, Wold and Foothills

   • Armies under command: 1440 Orcs in Redhorn Gate
     

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8. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Doom'dr'thak

   • Race: Orcs

   • Leader: Bru'tak Gumdum

   • Regions under command: (3) : Khand, Nurn, Upper Nurn

   • Armies under command: 4170 Orcs in Nurn
     

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9. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) East Rho-Drukars

   • Race: Dwarves

   • Leader: Glodurin

   • Regions under command: (3) : Eastern Rhovanion, Horse Plains, Western Rhovanion

   • Armies under command: 1080 Dwarves in Eastern Rhovanion
     

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10. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Fangorn Dwarves

    • Race: Dwarves

    • Leader: Bildur the Smither

    • Regions under command: (1) : Fangorn

    • Armies under command: 160 Dwarves and also 140 Injured and 140 Semi-Injured Dwarves in Fangorn
      

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11. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Free people of Lamedon

    • Race: Humans

    • Leader: Andorgor the Brave

    • Regions under command: (4) : Anfalas, Belfalas, Lamedon, Lebennin

    • Armies under command: 1560 Humans in Lebennin
      

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12. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Remnants of Old Religion

    • Race: Orcs

    • Leader: Gruumsh the Infernal

    • Regions under command: (5) : Andrast, Enedhwaith, Gap of Isen, Minhiriath, Old Pukel Land

    • Armies under command: 1670 Orcs in Minhiriath
      

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13. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Rhudaur Folk

    • Race: Humans

    • Leader: King Arundar

    • Regions under command: (3) : Eastern Arthedain, Ettenmoors, Upper Rhudaur

    • Armies under command: 1480 Humans in Upper Rhudaur
      

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14. • Kingdom's Name: N/A
      

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• Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers

  • Official Allies: (1) The Dominion of Glim Firebeard

  • Official Enemies: -none-

  • Declared a Non-Aggression-Pact with: (1) Doom'dr'thak
    

• Angmar

  • Official Allies: (1) (NPC) Rhudaur Folk

  • Official Enemies: -none-
    

• The Kingdom of Lindon

  • Official Allies: (2) Maedhros, The Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion

  • Official Enemies: -none-
    

• Maedhros

  • Official Allies: (2) The Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion, The Kingdom of Lindon

  • Official Enemies: -none-
    

• The Dominion of Glim Firebeard

  • Official Allies: (2) Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers, East Rho-Drukars

  • Official Enemies: -none-
    

• The Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion

  • Official Allies: (2) Maedhros, The Kingdom of Lindon

  • Official Enemies: -none-
    

• Dark Wood Orcs

  • Official Allies: -none-

  • Official Enemies: (1) Fangorn Dwarves
    

• Doom'dr'thak

  • Official Allies: -none-

  • Official Enemies: -none-

  • Declared a Non-Aggression-Pact with: (1) Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers
    

• East Rho-Drukars

  • Official Allies: (1) The Dominion of Glim Firebeard

  • Official Enemies: -none-
    

• Fangorn Dwarves

  • Official Allies: -none-

  • Official Enemies: (1) Dark Wood Orcs
    

• Free people of Lamedon

  • Official Allies: -none-

  • Official Enemies: -none-
    

• Remnants of Old Religion

  • Official Allies: -none-

  • Official Enemies: -none-
    

• Rhudaur Folk

  • Official Allies: (1) Angmar

  • Official Enemies: (1) The Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion
    

• Remnants of Old Religion and Fangorn Dwarves have declared peace! - unable to attack each other for 2 updates

• Dark Wood Orcs have declared war on Fangorn Dwarves! - war will time out in 2 updates
  (Dark Wood Orcs captured Redhorn Gate - in this update)

• The Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion have declared war on Rhudaur Folk! - war will time out in 2 updates
  (The Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion captured Rhudaur - in this update)
  

There was no alliance. It was just a trick. But Grumtash was smart enough to let the Remnant of the Old Religion forces take the blunt of the attack on Fangorn, with him to ride from the back, and emerge victorious.

But when he saw that no-one attacked ... and moreover, that his scouts noticed that the Old Religion forces aren't even at the borders anymore ... only then he realised.

The capitol can not be attacked. But the mines of Moria were in reach. And at least some dwarves to be masssacred ...

[...]

After the attack on Redhorn Gate (and the obvious victory), Grumtash cursed the day he trusted the Remnants of the Old Religion. If he was a lesser orc, he would have feared them. But, the defenses of Fangorn are now insurmountable, and his eyes have to turn elsewhere.

The message from Rhudaur Folk returned. "Ahh, excellent! Replies from my envoys!", Grumtash mentioned.

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Grumtash's attack plans are so deeply convoluted that only he knows what he's planning for the next update ...

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No army movements

"Wha' be this? Me fingers dunno count 500 heads. Tis a joke, I wonder?

They not be finest dwarves, bet ... after trainin the, more than half wou'be dead ...

But meh, tis exactly what I needed. Mah position is strong enough even with what'll remain of those 250; and meh borders will be defended by strong warriors!

Gimme the papers to sign, for ta alliance with Glim!"

After signing the alliance, Glodurin sent word to Glim;
"Kin Glim,

Accepted the alliance with ya, on good terms.

Ye soldiers be stationed in meh Western Rhovanion. Wha be your plans now, if meh can inquire?
There is so much bread my kingsmen can serve yar armies, and for so much time ...

Besides, so much fightin' seriously left ya forces depleted, from wha I can see .."

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No army movements.

And even if he felt secure in his fortress in Fangorn, or that he knew the forest of Fangorn like the back of his hand (what remained of the forest, anyway!), not being able to sally out left him with both of his hands tied;

... Oh, but when the the time is darkest, hope is found! A private emissary from the Remnants of Old Religion asked for a meeting with Bildur. Quite skeptical, Bildur agreed ... and was lucky enough to do so;

The meeting had a positive outcome for both parties involved; Explaining to Bildur that the Old Religion can attack Fangorn, with the help of Dark Woods, but not wanting to do so - made Bildur, on behalf of the Fangorn Dwarves, agree to a peace request from the Old Religion, on the grounds that Bildur will respect more the forest, and officially convert to the Old Religion.

Bildur agreed ...

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No army movements.

It is like everything is shrouded in mystery ...

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No army movements.

Those orcs were real blind ... even if that is passable as accident by a too young emissary, but mistaking Gruumsh, a flaming statue, as an orc chieftain? Too much ...

Gruumsh the Infernal received the message from Lord Glorfindel of Eregion. A reply was in order.

"Lord Glorfindel,

Your reply is acceptable, although hear us out.

Us Drughu or as your folk likes to call us, Drúedain, or Oghor-hai by them orcs, we hold the creator and his instruments in proper awe, but of all we worship most the First Mother, or, Mâm-ugu-Mâm.

We are aware that you do not practice organised worship, as there is no point in worshipping someone you have met in your own life, or in the lives of your grandparents;

But us Drughu have far shorter lives, and for us serving the earth and practicing religion has purpose.

If you claim to share our beliefs in a common denominator, then you will find no trouble erecting shines on your land, treasuring your own. More followers will most certainly follow.

You may find our practices, at first, strange, but the fire at our holy sites does burn bright, and is not estinguished by any force, and you can see it in our glowing red eyes ...

If you claim not to share our beliefs, or you feel too unbothered to adopt such a pure concept as religion just becaue you are too ... old, for it, then .. there are some mysterious powers that we would like to introduce you to.

In a different way.

For the benefit of the world, to clease that which is not clean, be it a first born or a darkish spawn of the netherworld.

I leave it up to you, Lord Glorfindel, as you took the time to answer.

I hope our message cleared any ... misconceptions, regarding us, and regarding our motifs.

No matter what others say .. or how others view us."

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Move all forces to Enedhwaith.

"ELVES!! Ahh, Angmar knew best .... how can you trust these ... fossils?"

"Send word to the Witch King. A war is coming! Prepare all of our forces ... and make all the preparations to establish Upper Rhudaur as our new capital."

"Oh, send word to our newfound friend, the orc of Dark Forest. The defiant elves have met their doom..."

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No army movements yet.
Send word to Angmar and to Dark Wood Orcs towards a rally of forces and attack of elves.

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There was no alliance. It was just a trick. But Grumtash was smart enough to let the Remnant of the Old Religion forces take the blunt of the attack on Fangorn, with him to ride from the back, and emerge victorious.

But when he saw that no-one attacked ... and moreover, that his scouts noticed that the Old Religion forces aren't even at the borders anymore ... only then he realised.

The capitol can not be attacked. But the mines of Moria were in reach. And at least some dwarves to be masssacred ...

[...]

After the attack on Redhorn Gate (and the obvious victory), Grumtash cursed the day he trusted the Remnants of the Old Religion. If he was a lesser orc, he would have feared them. But, the defenses of Fangorn are now insurmountable, and his eyes have to turn elsewhere.

The message from Rhudaur Folk returned. "Ahh, excellent! Replies from my envoys!", Grumtash mentioned.

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Grumtash's attack plans are so deeply convoluted that only he knows what he's planning for the next update ...

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No army movements

"Wha' be this? Me fingers dunno count 500 heads. Tis a joke, I wonder?

They not be finest dwarves, bet ... after trainin the, more than half wou'be dead ...

But meh, tis exactly what I needed. Mah position is strong enough even with what'll remain of those 250; and meh borders will be defended by strong warriors!

Gimme the papers to sign, for ta alliance with Glim!"

After signing the alliance, Glodurin sent word to Glim;
"Kin Glim,

Accepted the alliance with ya, on good terms.

Ye soldiers be stationed in meh Western Rhovanion. Wha be your plans now, if meh can inquire?
There is so much bread my kingsmen can serve yar armies, and for so much time ...

Besides, so much fightin' seriously left ya forces depleted, from wha I can see .."

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No army movements.

And even if he felt secure in his fortress in Fangorn, or that he knew the forest of Fangorn like the back of his hand (what remained of the forest, anyway!), not being able to sally out left him with both of his hands tied;

... Oh, but when the the time is darkest, hope is found! A private emissary from the Remnants of Old Religion asked for a meeting with Bildur. Quite skeptical, Bildur agreed ... and was lucky enough to do so;

The meeting had a positive outcome for both parties involved; Explaining to Bildur that the Old Religion can attack Fangorn, with the help of Dark Woods, but not wanting to do so - made Bildur, on behalf of the Fangorn Dwarves, agree to a peace request from the Old Religion, on the grounds that Bildur will respect more the forest, and officially convert to the Old Religion.

Bildur agreed ...

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No army movements.

It is like everything is shrouded in mystery ...

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No army movements.

Those orcs were real blind ... even if that is passable as accident by a too young emissary, but mistaking Gruumsh, a flaming statue, as an orc chieftain? Too much ...

Gruumsh the Infernal received the message from Lord Glorfindel of Eregion. A reply was in order.

"Lord Glorfindel,

Your reply is acceptable, although hear us out.

Us Drughu or as your folk likes to call us, Drúedain, or Oghor-hai by them orcs, we hold the creator and his instruments in proper awe, but of all we worship most the First Mother, or, Mâm-ugu-Mâm.

We are aware that you do not practice organised worship, as there is no point in worshipping someone you have met in your own life, or in the lives of your grandparents;

But us Drughu have far shorter lives, and for us serving the earth and practicing religion has purpose.

If you claim to share our beliefs in a common denominator, then you will find no trouble erecting shines on your land, treasuring your own. More followers will most certainly follow.

You may find our practices, at first, strange, but the fire at our holy sites does burn bright, and is not estinguished by any force, and you can see it in our glowing red eyes ...

If you claim not to share our beliefs, or you feel too unbothered to adopt such a pure concept as religion just becaue you are too ... old, for it, then .. there are some mysterious powers that we would like to introduce you to.

In a different way.

For the benefit of the world, to clease that which is not clean, be it a first born or a darkish spawn of the netherworld.

I leave it up to you, Lord Glorfindel, as you took the time to answer.

I hope our message cleared any ... misconceptions, regarding us, and regarding our motifs.

No matter what others say .. or how others view us."

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Move all forces to Enedhwaith.

"ELVES!! Ahh, Angmar knew best .... how can you trust these ... fossils?"

"Send word to the Witch King. A war is coming! Prepare all of our forces ... and make all the preparations to establish Upper Rhudaur as our new capital."

"Oh, send word to our newfound friend, the orc of Dark Forest. The defiant elves have met their doom..."

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No army movements yet.
Send word to Angmar and to Dark Wood Orcs towards a rally of forces and attack of elves.

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All forces to move to Angmar.
Send messenger with declaration of war to King Arundar.

The plan was to establish a new capital to match the splendour of the new realm. Dorwinion was the perfect site for it, and so Glim had the miners start digging. It would be a while before the new Hold was ready, though, so a temporary capital was set up in an abandoned human fortress. Shoddy construction work, and above ground, but it was the best they could do for now.

A few days into the construction work, an Elven messenger arrived, much to Glim's surprise. The only Elves he knew of were living in the far West, and so this lad would have had to brave the dangers of the Misty Mountains and the Orc-infested woods. The messenger delivered a congratulatory note from Lindon, as well as jewelry. On closer inspection Glim recognised the craftsmanship of the ancient Elves.

In order to match the gift, Glim had the messenger decked out in a mithril shirt, that he might survive the return trip, and gave him a runed axe from Glim's personal armory to take back to his lord. The axe had been his grandfather's, and was inscribed with runes that made Orcs fear its wielder.

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Move capital to Dorwinion
Send a return gift to Northern and Southern Lindon.
Move army to Middle Rhovanion

He smirked at the thought of King Arundar, who was most likely shouting in rage at the loss of the capital. But the men of Rhudaur had left their province too unguarded as they campaigned north, and the elves of Hollin had struck like the Eagles of Manwe. It was time to press the advantage against Rhudaur, but there was a pass that needed to be in their possession: The High Pass. With it, they could control trade and passage between the East and the West. And so, he commanded his armies, led by Lord Saerondr to capture it, attacking with caution, as the High Pass could be easily defended by only few in number.

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Send elven Hero with a force of 570 elves to capture the High Pass.

"- An axe, but what quality" - whispered one of Gondolin Lords running his fingers down the handle and feeling the runes with his fingertips. Not many knew Khuzdul among Elves, although "knew" would be something of a stretched concept, since dwarves were quite secretive of their language. Ecthelion, in the early days when Gondolin was still a jewel under the skies, had met an elf called Pengolodh, who was a master of languages. Later, after the Fall of Gondolin this elf has remained with Elthelion and Gil-Galad in the Kingdom of Lindon. Ecthelion did not know how, but suddenly the Dwarves of Moria allowed a group of elves together with Pengolodh into Kazad-dhum. After his trips, Ecthelion was eager to learn how the other people lived, however different and rough they may be. So he got some limited basics of Khuzdul from Pengolodh. Indeed, the language was complex and Ecthelion was at the level of novice at best. Not that he had a desire to become a master - the laguage sounded rough and unpolished to his ear. Still, those times have now proved useful, for even with his limited knowledge he was able to gasp the overall message of those runes.

"- A marvelous treasure. The orcs should be afraid indeed. At least I hope I understood it correctly" , smirked the elf. He will have to show this axe to some dwarves later, to know better what is written there.
"- And the mithrill shirt, what a generous gift! Especially now that Moria is under orcish rule!" - he addressed the elf in front of him. "You know, Rilien, the Valar have smiled to you on this journey. You did well and you deserve several days of rest. Enjoy them." And so he sent the elf out.

"- Well, this probably means Lord Glim is satisfied with our message. I probably should send another messenger, with a few birds, to make sure we can use them to communicate more efficiently. I should probably write to Glorfindel, now that he is the closest to Lord Glim, it would be the best to have a small communication post on his frontier. And then, we should work with Lord Glim on our economic cooperation... And discuss the capture of Moria. That last message from Fangorn Dwarves asking for help.." Murmured Ecthelion to himself.

Having written the message to Glorfindel asking to cooperate with him in such an endeavor, he glanced back at the axe.
"-Orcs should fear..." He took out the map and glanced at it. "So this is where he is going to move", inspecting the lands of Dark Wood Orcs. "Indeed. This is probably his target. But what if he is sending me another subtle message?"

"- Edrith" - he called for his assistant. "- Are there any news from Angmar?" Catching an sarcastic look, he laughed. "Of course-of course. Indeed, how could our diplomacy work. They probably burned that message, loathing to touch elvish paper with their filthy hands. But let us make our message clearer. Send another message. And with it, all our troops to attack Forochel. I want an answer. If Lord of Angmar thinks he can just ignore me, he is mistaken. In addition, notify Lord Maedhros and Lord Glorfindel about my movements."

He stopped for a second.
"- And call in Eglerion for the scout division. He and five of his best men will have to deliver this message to Glorfinder and this message to Lord Glim Firebeard. Make sure to give them proper armor and our banners. He will be representing our Kingdom, and his team should not look like a bunch of strides. No matter how generous Lord Glim can be, accepting mithril shirts again will be simply a sign of our weakness. Or me personally as a leader", passed in Ecthelion's mind.

"- Oh, and did you deal with that Old Religion matter we discussed earlier? Asked their representative to come for common exchange of ideas and primary negotiation regarding religious matters?" Getting a positive nod he thanked Edrith and let her go.

After everyone left, he sat near the fireplace and looked back at the axe. "Maybe I should wield it while we attack Forochel? Would be an interesting sight..."

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Attack Forochel with all might under the leadership of Ecthelion of Gondolin
Send Glim Firebeard an Offer to establish an Economic and Military Cooperation Zone (peace with economic perks) and to discuss the liberation of Moria from Orcs.
Send Glorfindel and Maedhros updates on what is going on with Angmar.
Send a letter to Old Religion asking for a representative to come to North Lindon to present their ideas in greater details.

While marching to Forochel Ecthelion got another idea.
"- Sent messengers to Rhudaur Folk. Inform them that if they stand against Angmar with us and help us purge evil from this land, or make this evil back into good, we shall negotiate with the Kingdom of Eregion on their behalf to build peaceful relationship. Stress on the point that we shall share our knowledge with them, but they should prove that they stepped away from the evil side . Notify about this deal Lord Glorfindel and kindly ask him to stop hostilities for several days waiting for my updates. Of course, if Rhudaur Forl attacks him, he is by no means bound to respect this "treaty". Tell him personally, that I hope he will see some tactical - stress on tactical - value of Rhudaur Folk. Strategic role of Rhudaur though is completely in his hands."

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Send messengers to Rhudaur folk to encourage them to betray Angmar.
Send message to Glorfindel informing him about possible deal with Rhudaur.

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Sending back message with confirmation of peace talks, and asking when and where.

And Maedhros saw Rhudaur struggling, he knew they would not last long. Maybe they could be of use yet. Yes, they were under attack from Angmar, and they had no loyalties, they would be easily persuaded.

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Attack Western Arthedain with 1380 Elves.
And send word to Rhudaur that they should be rewarded richly if they defend themselves valiantly against Angmar.

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Send word to the religious Orcs that their religion is completely legal and freely practices in Maedhros' territories. That peace should be sought between the two factions.

• The Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion - successfully conquered 1 province: High Pass.

• The Kingdom of Lindon - successfully conquered 1 province: Forochel.

• Maedhros - failed to conquer 1 province: Western Arthedain.

• The Kingdom of Lindon and Angmar are now at War! War will time out in 2 updates.

• Maedhros and Angmar are now at War! War will time out in 2 updates.

• Angmar - declared Rhudaur Folk as enemies on sight!

• Dark Wood Orcs - declared The Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion as enemies on sight!

• Angmar and Rhudaur Folk are no longer Allied.

• The Dominion of Glim Firebeard has changed their capital from Withered Heath to Dorwinion. It will come into effect next update.

• Rhudaur Folk has changed their capital from Rhudaur to Upper Rhudaur. It will come into effect next update.

• Remnants of Old Religion and Fangorn Dwarves have declared peace. Can not attack one another for 1 update.
  

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1. • Kingdom's Name: Alliance of Haradrim and Ithilien Rangers (AHIR)

   • Roleplaying Nation: Haradrim and ithilien rangers

   • NS Player: Teya lone

   • Race: Humans

   • Leader: Faramir

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=434512

   • NS Stats: +15% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 7 (- 5% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (4) : Anorien, Dagorlad, Ithilien, Harondor

   • Armies under command: 3040 Humans in Ithilien, 640 Humans in Anorien and 640 Humans in Dagorlad
     

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2. • Kingdom's Name: Angmar

   • Roleplaying Nation: Gothmog of gundabad

   • NS Player: The olog-hai (Mordor)

   • Race: Orcs

   • Leader: The Witch King of Angmar

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=435599

   • NS Stats: +10% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 54 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (4) : Angmar, Emyn Uial, Gundabad, Western Arthedain

   • Armies under command: 3160 Orcs in Western Arthedain and 2300 Orcs in Angmar
     

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3. • Kingdom's Name: The Kingdom of Lindon

   • Roleplaying Nation: Northern and southern lindon

   • NS Player: Eglamar

   • Race: Elves

   • Leader: Ecthelion of the Fountain

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=434286

   • NS Stats: +15% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 47 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (5) : Blue Mountain, Forochel, Northern Lindon, River Lhun, Southern Lindon

   • Armies under command: 825 Elves in River Lhun and 780 Elves in Northern Lindon
     

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4. • Kingdom's Name: Maedhros

   • Roleplaying Nation: I am but a simple puppet

   • NS Player: March of Maedhros

   • Race: Elves

   • Leader: Maedhros the Tall

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=435294

   • NS Stats: +5% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 25 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (4) : Cardolan, Eryn Vorn, Southern Arthedain, The Shire

   • Armies under command: 650 Elves in The Shire and 660 elves in Eryn Vorn
     

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5. • Kingdom's Name: The Dominion of Glim Firebeard

   • Roleplaying Nation: Glim firebeard

   • NS Player: Dor caranthir

   • Race: Dwarves

   • Leader: Glim Firebeard

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=434862

   • NS Stats: -5% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 53 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (5) : Dorwinion, Iron Hills, Middle Rhovanion, Northern Rhovanion, Withered Heath

   • Armies under command: 670 Dwarves in Middle Rhovanion and 1020 Dwarves in Withered Heath
     

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6. • Kingdom's Name: The Noldorin Kingdom of Eregion

   • Roleplaying Nation: Eregion and hollin

   • NS Player: The starlight

   • Race: Elves

   • Leader: Lord Glorfindel

   • More info: page=dispatch/id=434169

   • NS Stats: +15% effectiveness

   • God Favouritism: 51 (+ 0% effectiveness)

   • Regions under command: (5) : Dunland, High Pass, Hollin, Northern Cardolan, Rhudaur

   • Armies under command: 450 Elves in High Pass and 1410 Elves in Hollin
     

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7. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Dark Wood Orcs

   • Race: Orcs

   • Leader: Grumtash the Hollow

   • Regions under command: (5) : Anduin Vales, Redhorn Gate, Southern Mirkwood, Western Mirkwood, Wold and Foothills

   • Armies under command: 1440 Orcs in Redhorn Gate and 2340 Orcs in Western Mirkwood
     

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8. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Doom'dr'thak

   • Race: Orcs

   • Leader: Bru'tak Gumdum

   • Regions under command: (3) : Khand, Nurn, Upper Nurn

   • Armies under command: 4170 Orcs in Nurn and 1620 Orcs in Khand
     

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9. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) East Rho-Drukars

   • Race: Dwarves

   • Leader: Glodurin

   • Regions under command: (3) : Eastern Rhovanion, Horse Plains, Western Rhovanion

   • Armies under command: 1620 Dwarves in Eastern Rhovanion
     

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10. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Fangorn Dwarves

    • Race: Dwarves

    • Leader: Bildur the Smither

    • Regions under command: (1) : Fangorn

    • Armies under command: 600 Dwarves and also 140 Semi-Injured Dwarves in Fangorn
      

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11. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Free people of Lamedon

    • Race: Humans

    • Leader: Andorgor the Brave

    • Regions under command: (4) : Anfalas, Belfalas, Lamedon, Lebennin

    • Armies under command: 1560 Humans in Lebennin and 1320 Humans in Lamedon
      

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12. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Remnants of Old Religion

    • Race: Orcs

    • Leader: Gruumsh the Infernal

    • Regions under command: (5) : Andrast, Enedhwaith, Gap of Isen, Minhiriath, Old Pukel Land

    • Armies under command: 1670 Orcs in Enedhwaith and 2340 Orcs in Andrast
      

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13. • Kingdom's Name: (NPC) Rhudaur Folk

    • Race: Humans

    • Leader: King Arundar

    • Regions under command: (3) : Eastern Arthedain, Ettenmoors, Upper Rhudaur

    • Armies under command: 2560 Humans in Upper Rhudaur
      

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14. • Kingdom's Name: N/A
      

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