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The colony of Presidentsland [RL Virginia] has been established for fifty years. Today, Governor Frederick von Brunswick opens festivities to celebrate the colony's 50th anniversary.

Presidentsland is composed of several towns, the most prominent being Calvintown, once a military outpost, has now evovled into a bustling port town and colonial center. The state house, the first brick structure in the town, indeed, in the whole colony was built in 1647, and is fairly modest, two story structure. on the first floor meets the Colonial Assembly, and on the second, a meeting room for the Governor's Council and an office for the Governor himself.
Other towns in Presidentsland are New Stuville, Presidentsland's 'second city', Marriottsville [RL Newport News] is another growing port, Jonestown [RL Richmond] is still somewhat of a frontier community and is the meeting point for Indians looking to trade furs for tools and other commodities.
To the north, on the Ryswick River [RL York River] lies the towns of Jenkinsburg and Fishtown. Farther north, on a the south bank of a river the Indians call "Potomac" is Potomac Fort, a post that conducts trade with the Kihamerians with which the Kaufmanstaders share Chesapeake Bay.

Farther to the South, the island Saint Gregory [RL Puerto Rico] is celebrating its accidental history. Governor Thomas Nixon at Port Republic governs over a more sparsely populated colony. Indeed, only 600 people live on the island, of which 200 live in Port Republic. The people of St. Gregory are mostly sugar farmers.

From the other thread.

Ok

on board of the Dolphin, somewhere on the atlantic, a fleet of 12 ships sails west. Captain Bloomingsway is taking notes in the shipslog. The mission is to claim land in the caribbian.

"...fourty-five days after leaving port. Rations are cut back to absolute minimum to spare supplies. The men are weak and..."
suddenly a sailor storms in.
"We're near land captain!!!!! We've seen seagulls!!!"
"Good news boy."
Bloomingsway continues to write in the log.

The next day

"Land on starboard!!!"
an hour or so later the fleet reaches land. The settlers begin rightaway to build a fortress and some small houses. After 2 weeks the fort is complete and connons of the ship are being pulled in.

.....to be continued....

Bump from Kaufmanstad

The T'sing T'sin Colony of Q'in Q'arn has been established for about 50 years. Within that time span, much of the Outer Islands and the Carolinian Coast has been colonized with various settlements focused on places of natural resources. The major cities of Q'in Q'arn mainly consist of: Qinqan (the original colony), Kafstad (mining town), Wesmark Harbor (A'tchui territory), Southmark (lost colony), and Thickwood (inland).

Much of the commodities that Q'in Q'arn specializes in fish products, agricultural goods, lumber, and weapons. The latter is the reason how Q'in Q'arn has expanded as it has, with much of it's allies in that region using a 3 shot musket or a 5 bolt crossbow. Although the crossbow is an anquitated weapon compare to other colonial powers, it makes up with it's rapid reloading mechanism that has not yet been applied to firearms.

Q'in Q'arns military mainly depends on it's navy and army to gain territory in the west and south. Much of it's army consists of A'tchui natives as well as other tribesman whom have adapted T'sin T'sun tactics on a larger scale. As for the navy, a proto-galleon has been adapted on the junk model, with much of it's firepower depended on a 4 gun row on each side of the boat.

Current numbers for Q'in Q'arn's population & army in 1662:

2,250 Colonists & their descendants
1,600 "Mixed" heritage
1,500 A'tchui Tribesmen (officially adopted into the colony)
1,000 Other

19 Galleons
25 Frigates
10 Cargo
50 River skiffs

5 "Colonial" Regiments (the original Expiditionary Force)
2 "A'tchui/Other" Regiments
3 Colonial Milita Regiments

((OOC: Can I join as an Indian tribe?))

Generic: Sure thing. To give you an idea of where everyone is, RL Virginia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, N. Carolina, and Puerto Rico are all colonized.
Wow, Kay Son, you've got a hell of an armada!

For reference, Presidentsland is guarded by:
1 Regiment, Regular Kaufmanstad troops (800)
3000 militia men (settlers with yearly training)
2 frigates (35 guns)
5 sloops (great for the shallow waters of the Chesapeake - 10 guns)

OOC: Unfortunately the army sux. Virtually all of the combat troops are either milita or drawn from the various tribes in the area.

OOC: True, Kay Son, but you've got a nice force to defend the innumerable inlets of North Carolina.

EDIT: I just did some research, and the flintlock was available and widely used by 1662. So, as an addition to the note above, all my soldiers and militia are armed with flintlocks, which are far more reliable and easier to use than the clumsy and heavy matchlock.

OOC: true....

Also- I forgot about government.

The Q'in Q'arn Colony is mostly administered through a military hierarchy with a small "House of Commons" appointed in the various towns to administer matters of commerce. Matters in relation to defense are usually addressed at a forum where various leaders of the towns come to meet.

(ooc: Due to my undifileable memory, my capitol city will be called New Krieam, as i thought it was, but im not sure. And since i dont think anyone else is in Maryland, i would like to claim the entire state so i dont run into anyone.)
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The colony of New Krieam was flourishing, it was a massive city, a few smokestacks rose into the air, chemneys rose, houses flourished, it was a far cry from once a newly-settled colonial town, barely on the map. The city went through good times, however in the year 1633 the govenor died, he was preceeded by his young son, Victor Germogen jr. the city was a multi-tierd city, the original colony was the mainstay and port-side of the city, housing most of the government buildings and factorys, split by a wooden pallisade wall, the second layer was home to barracks and farms, another wall divided the second and third levels, in the third level was mostly housing and farms. the fourth, almost non-existant layer was mainly walls and houses.
The Kihamerians, used to having to fit many people in small spaces*, built most of thier buildings with built-in beds and flat areas to lay. Outside the walls there were dotted buildings, mainly ranches** and farmhouses, but also warehouses and defenseive buildings***.
ooc: the colony of new Krieam holds about 4500 settlers, and some 200 milita. There are flintlock rifles made, at least one for each citizen and soldier, along with many extra. Most of the citizens arm themselves with other weapons aswell.
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Other colonies had been formed aswell, namely one to the south, called Glory port (RL Dundalk), it was much smaller and spread out, but this provided a bonus, many farms were around, aswell as ranches, the city inhaitants lived on fish and grains and fruits from the farms and surrounding areas. It was very rural, and built much differantly, instead of a main walled city, the buildings were spread out, since it would be to difficult to wall in all of this, defenseive structures*** were built close to the clusters of buildings. Also fish was very, very important to the colony, it was a port aswell, so a good load of fish were brought in regularly. Few soldiers were stationed in the town, but they were supplied with horses and multiple flintlock rifles and pistols, along with sabres.
ooc: Glory port houses, in all of its buildings, spread out, about 1000 people and 100 milita.
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These two were the main, but not the only colonies, there was one to the west, called Fort West(RL Frederick), it was a large fort, it was little of a city, more like a fronier town. people were crammed into the town, and space was vital, perhaps it was being to cautious, but no chanes were taken with the native indians and other colonies. The fort mainly had wooden walls with cover and walkways for troops, aswell as ramps for cannons, and towers for more elevated firing positions. Land inside the fort was rare, land plots were small, and the lawns werent just for looks, vegtables and other foodstuffs were grown in the land that was not used as paths inside the fort. Outsideo f the fort, to the southeast, were ranches, farms and factorys, all used to supply the fort with various things. As often as could be supplies were sent from New Krieam and Glory Port, mainly food, salt and metal ores.
ooc: Fort West houses 1250 citizens, while another 250 live in nearby ranches, farms and factorys. Only 175 soldiers are inside the fort, while another 25 are mounted soldiers and patrol the nearby and surrounding buildings.

*=Kihameria is a strange land, part deserts, part mountians, part swamps, part lush forrests. In the less inhabitable places, Desrets, mountians and swamps, people tend to live where they work, for various reasons buildings more structures for housing may seem difficult (lack of supplies, lack of suitable ground) but in the more inhabitable lands more buildings are normal.
**=Ranches are mostly used for raising horses, they tend to be very large and accomodate and breed many horses. Due to the vastness of Homeland Kihameria, most people rely upon horses to get around through the various and often difficult terrain. Also horses play a crucial part in military tactics.
***= Defensive structures, normally built with wood, covering the area of about four back to back, side to side houses, square and tall. Like mini-forts, only with much less space. there are walkways on top of the first story, and normally a tower is built in the center with accses via ladders. Up to four cannons can be rolled up, but the structures are most often used as places for troops to garrison and fire, thier size makes them to big to be towers, and perhaps frighten small raiding partys, but they are often ineffective in drawn out fights, mainly due to a lack of space.

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*the three main Kihamerian colonial towns had been doing well for some fifty years, it was risky to settle Glory port, and even more so for Fort West, but they proved easy, and the natives proved little threat so far, but the cautious nature of Kihamerians prevented further colinization, however, on a remote ranch/farm half way between new Krieam and Fort West, a meeting was being held. Leading generals from Forst West, suppliers from Glory Port, and diplomatic officals from new Krieam were there, namely Victor Germogen Jr. the meeting lasted all of a day, and on into the second, but it reached a decisive end and the officals, whatever thier expertice and their home citys, returned. As soon as Victor Jr. returned to New Krieam, the papers buzzed out.*
Calling to all Kihamerians !
It has been announced today that, a call has arrived, all able minded, able bodied Kihamerians are urged to sign up for a coming venture westward, supplies are urgently needed, but men more so !
pay is five silver pieces a day, one gold pieces a week and an acre of choice land per month of service, see the governmental building of youre town today to sign up !
To all farmers, ranchers and other workers, supplies and workers are needed, the govenor of youre town or other government leader WILL PAY for almost all supplies, food, weapons and more importantly horses. Laborers, band togather and build versitile wagons, you will be payed !
*the intent was obvious with this, expansion.*

(ooc:I must say, Kaufmanstad, you and Kay Son both WAY overdid youre limits, espically with ships, i kept mine in-bounds on what YOU said Kaufmanstad, i wont even mention a navy yet, but trust me as soon as i get an idea on how you have so many colonists and soldiers i will bring it in. i saw numbers somewhere, i dont recall where though... like 7000 peasents, 500 men, 1 warship and three schooners, unless i misread something...)
(also ooc: for future referance, i mentioned horses in the other thread, and the government is a sort of hierarchy, the government officals at the time were succsesors, but a large majority of the people if needed could vote and oust a government offical, the punishment was most likely banishment to a outlaying colony, so the officals are often very fair to the people.)

Kay Son's the one that outdid himself. My army is part of the seven thousand, and I've got no more than say, 700 people in any given town. Most of my people live on farms, etc. I've kept my navy relatively small,

Kihameria, you went over 7000 settlers (only by 100 though).
Anyway, my "rules" are general guidelines, however, Kay Son, could you tone down your navy a bit? For the sake of starting equality?

About the state of Maryland, I figured you'd want the whole state anyway, as I mentioned in my first post here. My nearest settlement to you is Potomac Fort, which is on the river of the same name. :)

EDIT:
I don't think there should be limits on cargo/merchant/civilian vessels as long as they are not used in war.

Chief Flying Horse, lord of the Saskotachawa nation, sat on a beautiful blanket the floor of the great longhouse. He raised the enormous pipe to his lips, inhaled and breathed the smoke out in a ring, that floated towards the ceiling and dissipated. He lowered the pipe and passed it to the man who sat across from him. The man inhaled and exhaled the smoke as Flying Horse had just done.

“Chief Smokefoot, let this symbolize the peace between our great peoples. May we be blessed beneath the hand of the Mother, and may the War God stay away from our lands.”

“Chief Flying Horse, my peoples are grateful to see an end to the warring that has plagued our lands for so long. May this peace be lasting and prosperous.”

The two men stood. Chief Flying Horse was getting on in years. His appearance showed this. His long mane, once pure black and flowing, now sported grey streaks. His angular face was creased with the lines and scars that life had left him. His body was powerful, even in age, the muscular physique of an old warrior. His wits still remained sharp, however. The many tribes that fell under his reign lauded him as a great and wise leader. For so many years, he had seen the survival of his people through countless wars with neighboring tribes. Now, the final war had ended, and the last of the tribes had united under the Saskotachawa banner. The peace seemed strong enough to last 1000 summers.

Chief Smokefoot and Chief Flying Horse walked out of the longhouse. Smokefoot mounted a fine horse and set off for his own village. Flying Horse watched him go, riding into the setting sun. He mused on war and the years of strife between the people of his land. Now that was over. He thanked the powers that be.

His contemplation was interrupted by a young brave who called to him.

“Chief Flying Horse!”

“Brooding Bull, you bring me news?”

“Yes, but I fear we must speak elsewhere. The news I bring is…strange.”

“How could it be so? I have seen many things, my son.”

“Yes, but never these sights.”

“Then it must truly be news. Come, we shall speak in private.”

The two men walked into the longhouse, now empty.

“Father, our hunting party encountered unusual things today.”

“A three eared hare, my son?”

“No father. Worse. A white skinned man.”

“Fascinating. Our brothers in the south have encountered such before, but I had thought that they would not venture this far north. They say white men fear the deep forests of our land.”

“They are building, father. A great house populated with many smaller houses. They bring the barrels that spout fire and thunder.”

“Our brothers also speak of these.”

“What should we do, father? These men clearly threaten our people.”

“My son, our people have stood strong for three hundred years. A band of white skinned men shall not disturb us now. We shall wait, and when the time is right, we shall speak with these men. Perhaps they can help us, and we them.”

“Father, I trust your wisdom, but I am not sure of you now…”

“Have faith son. We shall prevail.”

An expression of deep contemplation appeared on Brooding Bull’s face.

“My son, I have an errand for you.”

“What would you have me do?”

“I need you to ride to the village of Chief Smokefoot. Tell him to dispatch messengers to the many tribes of our joint nation. Tell him that all of our great chiefs shall meet here in three days to discuss these matters.”

The expression on Brooding Bull’s face lightened.

“Yes, father.”

“Ride swiftly, my son. We have little time.”

The brave ran off to mount his horse and be off on his journey, leaving his father, the great Chief, to contemplate the matters at hand.

((OOC: Where exactly is everyone's colonies located? The Indian nation of Saskotachawa is based largely in New york State and Delaware, but there are independant member tribes as far south as Northern Virginia. I might change the location to better suit the RP, however.))

Generic: You know that horses are not native to North America? Not that its relevant, all of our colonies are 50 years old....

Anyway, These areas are currently populated in your area:

Poznon: New Jersey (I don't know his boundaries, though)
Kihameria: Maryland (the entire state, he's preparing to move west)
Kaufmanstad: Virginia (Tidewater region for now, but I'll be moving westward soon, parallel to Kihameria, my northernmost settlement is Potomac Fort, on the Potomac River)
Kay Son: Coastal North Carolina

Generic: You know that horses are not native to North America? Not that its relevant, all of our colonies are 50 years old....

((OOC: Yes, i'm assuming that some of my tribesmen have had dealings with your people before. Thus a small amount of horses.))

((Can I join as a Japanese Nation that colonized in the Northeast of the continent? ^_^))

Japanese People: If this were set in 1762, I'd say sure, but I really am not sure.

Since it is 1662, it is going to be very difficult for the rest of us to interact with you, unless someone decides to be a group of Pacific Indians.

Your'e more than welcome though.

(ooc:north east isnt a problem, northWEST would be difficult. But, youre point remains Kaufmanstad, it would be a long and difficult journey for Asians of any sort to travel to the north eastern states. As for horses, i purposely mentioned many ranches, which means many horses, which means... more for me :D anyway, Kihamerians are traders aswell as warriors, even in modern Kihameria there is alot of trade, so im sure indians could have came down to Maryland and bought some horses or something.
anyway, i tried to put RL equivilents of all my citys, all in Maryland.
and Kaufmanstad, like you said, just outlines. but i didnt mean to go over, i wasnt paying attention i guess, or my mind doesnt grasp fiftys like it used to...(thanks to algebra...))

OOC: Ok, everything is logical now! Kay Son, you can keep your navy (Kihameria, to make up for it, Kay Son said his army sucks, so that's cool)
In regards to algebra: I hate math as well, my friend.

IC:
Excerpts from the journals of the Presidentsland General Assembly

September --, 1662
RESOLVED, That a commisioner be sent to the town of New Krieam, in New Kihameria to discuss matters of boundaries and lands in regards to settlements yet to be planted in the West.

ORDERED, That the Governor choose a commissioner to fulfill the aforementioned resolution.

Governor von Brunswick recieved the resolution later that same afternoon. The governor chose Samuel Gorsuch, a fur trader and prominent citizen of Potomac Fort, to go to New Krieam as commissioner.
The Governor, anxious to know more about America's interior, also choose 10 men to go on an expedition into the west, to discover any new mineral deposits unknown and to take careful notes on various plants and animals as well as the natives. The expedition was chosen to be lead by Captain Joseph Reister.

(ooc: makes sense, i'm sorry for being so jumpy then. Anyways, should i rp the discovery of youre commisioner by a patrol, and Fort Potomac, if i saw right (i used an online map, im not good with geography in that area) it is slightly inland, is for Potomac on the edge of the river, or on the east or west side, but i assume its in youre state ?)
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*the message was a wide succses, many man gatherd in Glory Port and New Krieam, food flowed in from Glory Port, mainly fish, but also apples, wheat, and other frutis and vegtables from farms. There was an abundance of horses in the colonies, but few were supplied to the expedition. As for equipment, axes, hatches and pistols were supplied abundantly, there were few wagons supplied in the begining, but wagons arent made overnight. Other messages went out to ranchers and militiamen to patrol the land and report anyone out of place, thier work, of course would be rewarded.*

((Well, 1662, Japan was on its way to be powerful economically ecnomocally, militarily and politically, so I don't mind joining, but I'll see what you guys think. ^_^))

((OOC: Would be a little weird to have Japanese in the northeast, I'll have to say. Either way, it's not my decision.))

(ooc:i think it would be quite interesting, but i think its Kaufmanstad's descision.)

(Yeah, me too, but he said I'm more than welcome to, so I guess I'll start to RP.)

The Japanese Head Ship of the 'Fleet Naomi' could be seen from distance as it heads towards the new land. Sailors on the ship ran around preparing for the landing of the fleet. The fleet included 25 ships that were armed just incase of an attack. The ships entered the harbor as they dropped the anchor. 14 of the 25 ships were sent to explore and chart the island while the rest of the ships were anchored. The sailors, with the mapmakers entered the new land and started to explore and started to chart.

The rest of the eleven ships were in the harbor. Some of the sailors were told to go back to Japan and inform the Emperor of the new land found. Five of the eleven ships now left to inform the Emperor about the new land found.

Some of the seven ships went towards the colonies set up by other nations. The Japanese symbol soared heavenly on the ships windsails, the same symbol was on everything Japan owned. The sailors and the mapmakers noticed the colinization and hoped they didn't expand onto the Northeast of the land since the Japanese were going to colinize that area.

ooc: I joined the original 1612 thread near the begining of it and I am posting stats on my colonization efforts.

IC: The once small Fort Gojira(located on RL Manhattan Island) had grown. It now had 500 settlers and 250 soldiers. 3 other forts had grown on the island they now called Gojira Island. The most recent fort had been built on the mainland by a river the people now called Godzillasaur River(RL Hudson River). The fort there was called Fort Tokugawa after the first Shogun of Tomzilla. All the forts had around 500 settlers in each of them with some soldiers for peace. The people elected their leaders. The current leader was Dieter Shadle, who was decended from the man who founded Fort Gojira. There were rumors that he was planning an expedition to explore the rest of the river that Fort Tokugawa was located on.

((OCC - I was gonna colinize on Long Island/ New York ¬¬" Oh well, I'll colonize on those lands since you only own Manhatten Island :p ))

A week later after the expeditions, the Emperor approved of Japanese people living in the newly found land. But the Japanese People had to visit Japan once a year whenever they wanted, or they would be taken to jail.

Japanese families started flooding Long Island and colinized there. Expanding from both the North and South wings of The New Okinawa Island to the near end of The Okinawa Bay (RL). Farming, along with industries, were common there along with herding cattles. More ships entered and left the harbors of now known 'New Okinawa Island'. The land filled 750,000 Japanese people while development was increasing at an alarming rate.

Religion, education, laws and jobs were now being introduced in the Japanese way. The 'Naomi Fleet' was still exploring the lands until it hit another piece of land (New York) which they called 'New Japan'.

The Emperor approved of citizens moving to 'New Japan' but under the same law of visiting Japan once a year whenever they wanted or else they would be arrested.

Taxes were intorduced just how it was in Japan to fund police, army and other neccessities. Less people came to New Japan but over the days more arrived, now New Japan was 1/4 filled up while more land people were moving in.

((OCC - I was gonna colinize on Long Island/ New York ¬¬" Oh well, I'll colonize on those lands since you only own Manhatten Island :p ))

A week later after the expeditions, the Emperor approved of Japanese people living in the newly found land. But the Japanese People had to visit Japan once a year whenever they wanted, or they would be taken to jail.

Japanese families started flooding Long Island and colinized there. Expanding from both the North and South wings of The New Okinawa Island to the near end of The Okinawa Bay (RL). Farming, along with industries, were common there along with herding cattles. More ships entered and left the harbors of now known 'New Okinawa Island'. The land filled 750,000 Japanese people while development was increasing at an alarming rate.

Religion, education, laws and jobs were now being introduced in the Japanese way. The 'Naomi Fleet' was still exploring the lands until it hit another piece of land (New York) which they called 'New Japan'.

The Emperor approved of citizens moving to 'New Japan' but under the same law of visiting Japan once a year whenever they wanted or else they would be arrested.

Taxes were intorduced just how it was in Japan to fund police, army and other neccessities. Less people came to New Japan but over the days more arrived, now New Japan was 1/4 filled up while more land people were moving in.

((OOC: Remember, JP, there are hundreds of Indian villages situated all through New York, and you can't very well build right on top of them.))

((OCC - I was gonna colinize on Long Island/ New York ¬¬" Oh well, I'll colonize on those lands since you only own Manhatten Island :p ))


OOC: I also colonized the mouth of the Hudson River

((OCC - oh yeah, I forgot about the damn indians :headbang: I'll repost))

A week later after the expeditions, the Emperor approved of Japanese people living in the newly found land. But the Japanese People had to visit Japan once a year whenever they wanted, or they would be taken to jail.

Japanese families started flooding Long Island and colinized there. Expanding from both the North and South wings of The New Okinawa Island to the near end of The Okinawa Bay (RL). Farming, along with industries, were common there along with herding cattles. More ships entered and left the harbors of now known 'New Okinawa Island'. The land filled 750,000 Japanese people while development was increasing at an alarming rate.

The Japanese made a deal with the American Indians for letting them keep 2/6 of the land in trade for cattle, crops, gunpowder and other items.

Religion, education, laws and jobs were now being introduced in the Japanese way. The 'Naomi Fleet' was still exploring the lands until it hit another piece of land (New York) which they called 'New Japan'.

The Emperor approved of citizens moving to 'New Japan' but under the same law of visiting Japan once a year whenever they wanted or else they would be arrested.

Taxes were introduced just how it was in Japan to fund police, army and other neccessities. Less people came to New Japan but over the days more arrived, now New Japan was 1/4 filled up while more land people were moving in. The deal with the Iroquois was made that we would get the 1/8 of the land after the Hudson River (excluding what Tomzilla owns) along with the land before the river.

Business, trade and farming was flourishing between Japan and the New Okinawa Islands and New Japan along with the American Indians. Japan imported more from the American Indians and with recieving 10 shiploads of American Indian goods, Half of that would go to Japan and the new lands owned by Japan.

The Indians taught the Japanese their skills and the Japanese started producing what the Indians did and lessend the trade with them.

((Mouth of the Hudson River, ok, I'll colonize on top of you, which I'm already doing.))

There were fifty of them, the great chiefs, young and old, of the member tribes of the Saskotachawa nation, along with their best warriors. They sat around a fire in the center of Chief Flying Horse’s longhouse. After the pipe had been passed around, Flying Horse stood to address the assembled.

“My brothers, I call you here tonight to address an issue that has been gnawing at the backs of our minds for a long time. For fifty years, the white men have come to our lands, built their villages, brought their guns, and sold their good for our tobacco. We have never bothered them, and they never have done us harm. We have always coincided in at least reasonable peace.

Now, things are changing. The white men no longer seem content to stay along their coastlines. They build their villages further and further from the seas. Why, just two days ago, Brooding Bull and his hunting party encountered white men not seven miles from here. It is true, they are moving north, as well as west.”

Another man stood to speak.

“Great Chief, my people in the south ((Virginia)) are being forced to move west constantly, to avoid being swallowed up by the whites. If they are not stopped, they will swallow up the whole of out territories!”

Chief Flying Horse made a motion to calm the excited man

“Fleetspear, calm yourself. We must discuss these matters as men. We cannot afford rash talk.”

“Yes, Great Chief.”

“Your point is taken, brother. The white men are pushing our tribes west every day. The answer, however, is not aggressive action. We must work out a settlement with these men, peacefully.”

A young chief stood, anger written across his face.”

“Chief Flying Horse! These men have no regard for our people! How can you allow them to come and take from us what is rightfully ours? We have had this land for thousands of years! These interlopers must be taught a lesson! Listen, for years we have slaughtered each other. Now we are strong from war, and there is peace between the tribes. Our tomahawks are too clean! Let us stain them with the blood of the whites!”

Several elders shouted in dismay. The Great Chief tried to calm them.

“Peace, brothers! Young Chief Blackspear, you mustn’t soil this peace with your talk of brutality! We must not kill if we can avoid it. The war God should be held at arms length, never embraced as a brother.”

The young chief sat down again, anger still scarred across his contorted mouth. The smoke from the fire wreathed his head, as he sat in contemplation. Again, the Great Chief spoke.

“Brothers, clearly there is disagreement among us. However, we must take the higher road in this issue. Let us work towards a settlement with these interlopers. Here is what we shall do. Sleep in my village tonight. My great house is as your own. Tomorrow, return to your people, and tell them of our plans. Then, send forth a party to encounter the white men. Work for a settlement with their leaders. I shall do the same. For now, however, the hour for meetings draws to a close. Let us adjourn to the center of my village. We shall feast and celebrate long into the night, putting aside this talk of drab matters.

The leaders looked at each other, agreeing with the Great Chief’s plan. However, Blackspear still remained with a sullen look upon his features. As the others rose to go towards the impending festivities, he remained. The Great Chief approached him

“Brother Blackspear. I know your feelings on the matter. However, you are still young, and you do not fully understand the horrors of war. For now, leave these matters to me and the other elders. Someday, you will have your chance at diplomacy, when you have gained the wisdom that comes from many years.”

“Yes, Great Chief. I trust your decision.”

“Excellent. Come now. As I said, put these matters aside.”

The Chief walked out of the longhouse. The sound of drums was reaching Blackspear’s ears, yet he did not hear them. The wheels of his mind were turning, scheming, plotting. His head snapped up, and he walked outside. He was met by a brave of his tribe.

“Warrior, fetch my horse. We must ride quickly tonight. We have business at home.”

The warrior nodded. As the festivities began for the others, the young warchief began the journey to his village.

As the land was being filled up with Japanese People, they cut down more forests for industries and residents. As now, to defend the land of Japan. The Emperor sent an army of atleast 1,500 men to protect they're lands as people volunteered for the army.

The Emperor of Japan sent a letter to the local Saskotachawa Nation.

Dear the respectful Saskotachawa Great Chief,

We humbly would like to apologize for taking Land from your respectful Nation, we only are interested in these Lands. We guarantee you that we will not fouly take any more Lands unless needed.

We would like to offer a lifetime of peace with your nation. We wish not to have war with your nation nor do we wish to take more land unless needed.

To this peace offer, we would just like to buy 500 acres of land from you, We are deeply sorry, our Nation is expanding a lot and we need more land.

Truely Yours,
Emperor of Japan

Chief Flying Horse looked at the curved and flowing letters on the fine paper. He could make nothing of the scrawl, and neither could anyone in his tribe. He called together the three members of the tribe who could speak limited English.

"Take this letter to the white men's village. Perhaps a discussion will yield more results."

The three braves rode off to speak to the Japanese.

((Hehe, RPing with you is very interesting :) ))

Japanese delegates and ministers were sent to the New Okinawa Island and New Ryukyu. (OCC - Renamed New Japan to New Ryukyu.)

10 delegates and 6 ministers were sent to the new lands to deal with foreign issues.

The Emperor of Japan was going to visit the new lands in two days to explore its vast lands.

(ooc:i must ask Kaufmanstad, when he gets back, to give the rough numbers, we dont even have ten-thousand, and here you have almost a million, a bit big if you ask me. And unless i am wrong, it took the pilgrims at least a month(alot long i think) to cross the atlantic, but crossing even more oceans, i dont think the Japanese emperor could hear, and reply to a message within a week, no offense. And Generic empire, whose white men are you talking about ? )

OCC - I'm sorry, I am kind of a new person to RP in these forums. V_V

And he's talking about my 'white men'...I think

And we are already kind of deeply inside this RP, so I think we should just go along with the flow, I changed the number 20,000 to 1,500 men.

And Generic empire, whose white men are you talking about ? )

((OOC: Mainly the white men of Japanese Islands and Tomzilla, as they are stationed in New York where the majority of the Saskotachawa power base is located, but member tribes from Richmond (whatever that is IC) northward through Maryland, Delaware, etc. are reporting sightings of colonial forts and towns.))

(ooc: i have claimed maryland and have citys there, aswell as spread-out ranches, just for future referance i guess.)

OCC - And actually, the Japanese ships in 1662 sailed fast because they had a unique way of sailing, and the unique way they did it made the ships go at high speeds.

(ooc: i have claimed maryland and have citys there, aswell as spread-out ranches, just for future referance i guess.)

((OOC: That's fine. In maryland and Delaware, there are only a few spread out, satellite tribes. there are more in VA, but as I said, NY is the base of power for the Indian nation. The bonds between the tribes are also based very much on a mixture of fear and personal loyalty, so some bonds are much stronger than others.))

Dieter Shadle, the leader of the Tomzillians, would like to enter in peace talks with Chief Flying Horse to dicuss peace, mutual borders, and trade. He has sent those who know the native writing and language to Chief Flying Horse's tribes and people.

The Empire of Japanese People would like to establish trade routes to Tomzilla's nation.

The Japanese Nation would also like to buy more land from the Saskotachawa Nation in order to establish more industries and residential areas.

Marshalltown roared in celebration in the year 1662. The land of New Poznon was joyfully growing and producing, seen as a viable investment of the Grand Duke. The capital of the territory remains in Marshalltown(RL Perth Amboy), site of the Governor's Mansion and the House of Burgesses, the legislative body of New Poznon. Other settlements include Gordonston, Middletown, and Port Saving Grace.

The colonies' main products were wheat, grain, tomatoes, fish, and lumber.

Alexander du Frier ruled as Governor. The Churchills remained an influencial family; The patriarch Clifford was a wealthy farmer, his son Christopher the Commander of New Poznon's soldiers.

OOC: I'll get some RL locations for these towns later.

2,700 colonists
2 Militia Regiments(1,000 partly-trained men armed with muskets)
1 Regular Regiment(500 men-Trained soldiers who work in other professions as well)

2 40-Gun Galleons(Realistic number of guns?)
3 25-gun Frigates
10 10-gun Sloops

Dieter Shadle, the leader of the Tomzillians, would like to enter in peace talks with Chief Flying Horse to dicuss peace, mutual borders, and trade. He has had those who know the native writing and language to Chief Flying Horse's tribes and people.

A group of three braves, hailing from the tribe of Great Chief Flying Horse, rode up before a great fort, belonging to the nation of white men who called themselves Tomzillans. They advanced cautiously, hoping for a welcome that did not involve explosions.

Tomzillian soldiers watched from their positions as the natives approached Fort Tokugawa. They were ordered to open the massive gate to let the natives inside the fort where they would be greeted by Dieter Shadle and his translators for peace discussions.

Addressed to HM Queen Quili Rex,
Sovereign of the T'sing T'sau Kingdom
Magistrate of the Frenchfor Dominion
Ruler of the Cay Suhn Provence

Your Majesty-

It is my honour to inform you the passage of rule from myself to Commander Quillerin Ghalazi. He is of sound mind and experience, heralding from a background in helping our southern allies in the conquest of the H'deian Raiders. He is also of sound stock, hailing from the lineage of Cheif Wakasai and Sir Yunqvest, late of the 3rd Expiditionary Marines.

The vote upon his appointement was of equal number, with only 4 opposition in the Council. The opponent to the position has been given the post of Subcommander of the Forces, and has taken the Oath of Allegience to Commander Quillerin. It is hoped that Col. Rictus will act out the loyalties as his predecessors did.

As for myself, I have taken it upon myself to return home to Southmark and tend to my vineyards.

Your Obedient Servant
Governor Lefia Leania
Viceroy of Qinqarn

Dated the 50th year of the Colony

Kihameria: Yeah, have a patrol boat pick up Samuel Gorsuch and RP his escort to New Krieam. Also, Potomac Fort is on the south (Virginia) side of the river, across from Maryland's Point Lookout. If you need any help finding maps, etc., I live in Maryland, and am more than willing to TG you some links!

Japanese Peoples: I hate to burst your bubble and risk having you start over again, but your figures are very inflated. I don't doubt that Japanese ships in the 1660's were fast, but so were English "Racebuilt" galleons, and it still took them nearly a month to cross the Atlantic! You're coming all the way from Japan! Anyway, I hope you stay, and I'm glad you toned down your numbers to 1,500. A little suggestion, how about you occupy Connecticut and Rhode Island? Lots of tiny islands, etc, this way you have a little more space between you & Poznon.

IC:
Captain Reister departed soon after he was chosen by Governor von Brunswick. After leaving amid great fanfare, Reister headed west to Jonestown, where bought various supplies for his men on the journey to come, which included provisions, canoes, muskets, and shot.
Three days later, Reister headed out of Jonestown [Richmond] and headed north west [up the James River] toward an Indian camp. There, Reister hoped to ask the Indians about mountain passes and the general western terrain of Presidentsland. Reister was given ten peace medals to hand to the various chiefs that Reister expected to meet. They were inscribed with the image of two hands embraced, and the motto, "May Peace and Brotherhood always Unite Us."
Within a day's walk, Reister and his men came to the Indian village, and prepared to enter.

OOC: Generic, I'm going to assume this is one of your villages.

Message sent to Kaufmanstad Colony

Dear Sir;

I was hoping if your navy would be interested in participating in our annual Frigate Race that we have every Moonsday near the Colip Channel. The prize to this would be a newly built frigate as well as the guns supplied on that ship. Although this is a new motion in having one of our boats as a prize, the track itself is about 80 leagues long with the object in avoiding "hostile" ships that woudl prevent the winner from reaching the finishing line.

(These "hostile" ships are of old designs and will fire large globs of paint to mark a participant's "loss"/"sinking")

Please pass this on to any interested power within the region,

Acting Governor & Commander Quillerin Ghalazi
Qinqarn Colony

To Acting Governor & Commander Quillerin Ghalazi,
Province of Qin-Qarn

Sir-

It would be my pleasure to dispatch the frigate Republic to participate in this competition. The idea of "paint shot" as opposed to real shot is ingenious.
You can expect the ship Republic within two days. The vessel also carries a gift for you, authorized by the Presidentsland General Assembly, it is a cask of the finest wine in the colony, made with most excellent domestic grapes. I am...

Your most humble servant,
Governor Frederick von Brunswick,
Calvintown, Presidentsland.

(ooc:Yes, if you could TG me some links on Maryland geography i would be greatfull, as i said, my geography of that area isnt good. and for my post, i think i recall you saying Kaufmanstaders wear green clothing, if it is incorrect, please forgive me.)
*a lone rider was patroling Maryland, he wore brown and faded riding chaps, a dirt stained white shirt, a simple pair of trousers, and two gunbelts, one over each shoulder. The man wore no ensignia, not even a military cap, he saw a small group of riders waring some green clothes, this was odd to the man, he drew a strange pistol, it had a longer narrow barrel than most other pistols, he pointed it into the sky and fired it. within a short time other riders came to the area, a group of about seven Kihamerians, waring the same attire more or less, only with a differant assortment of guns, but evrey one of them had a hacthet and a sabre. The once lond rider took the lead in approaching the foreigners, they didnt look indian, so it was asumed they were foreign colonists.*
"Hail to thee, Friend or foe ?"*shouted the rider.*

As for no response from the American Indians, the Japanese have streched upward towards Canada and building on North New York, by Lake Erie. Defense plans had been set up as well as forts. The Japanese extended onto the New England.

As for no response from the American Indians, the Japanese have streched upward towards Canada and building on North New York, by Lake Erie. Defense plans had been set up as well as forts. The Japanese extended onto the New England.


ooc: I think that you just claimed a lot of Generic's land there. Also, Japan was being isolated by the shoguns during this time period. Sorry if I burst your bubble.

To: Governor Frederick von Brunswick,
Calvintown, Presidentsland.

I look forward to the cask of wine. I should notify that the race will be taking some time due to the length of the course. We have yet to "hide" the final ship near the finishing line as well as the food barge for the participants.

On another note; We seem to have a surplus of ships that do not fit in our general overall plan of our Colony. Would you be interested in buying 2 frigates complete with cannons and rams? I would only ask for an increase of goods from your fair colony to ours, due to the Long Winter we endured last year.

Governor & Commander Quillerin Ghalazi,
Viceroy of the Qinqarn Provence & Colony
In the Name of Her Majesty Queen Quili Rex,
Sovereign of the T'sing T'sau Kingdom
Magistrate of the Frenchfor Dominion
Ruler of the Cay Suhn Provence

Signed with the Royal Colonial Seal

OOC: Kihameria, ok, I'm going to TG some things ASAP for ya.

Japanese People: You're expanding a little fast for such a new colony...

IC:
Samuel Gorsuch, merchant of the small village of Potomac Fort, once landing in New Kihameria across the Potomac River, rode northward. Gorsuch was accompanied by his secretary, William Mathers. Gorsuch himself was wearing a special green coat, similar to that of a diplomat.
Coming over a small hill, Gorsuch ran into what he percieved to be the Kihamerian frontier guard, as they were not Indians and were ruggedly dressed.
"Hail to thee, friend or foe?" asked Gorsuch.
"Have you a reason to be here?" replied the guardsman.
Gorsuch turned to his secretary, who brought out a large piece of parchment engrossed with the seal of the colony, it read:

To all who may see this, greeting.
Under Resolution of the General Assembly of Presidentsland, and under instructions of Governor Frederick von Brunswick, representative of the Republic of Kaufmanstad in America, the bearer of this document, Mr. Samuel Gorsuch of Potomac Fort, Presidentsland, is hereby given the duties of special commissioner to the colony of New Kihameria. Mr. Samuel Gorsuch is authorized by the said General Assembly and the said Governor of Presidentsland to negotiate with those representatives of the Nation of Kihameria for the better definition of boundaries regarding the respective colonies of Kihameria and Kaufmanstad.

DONE, this --th day of September, anno domini 1662.
Frederick von Brunswick, Governor.
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Governor & Commander Quillerin Ghalazi,

Sir-
I am very much interested in your offer. The bounty of Presidentsland is open to your trade. I am,

Your most Humble Servant,
Frederick von Brunswick.

ooc: I think that you just claimed a lot of Generic's land there. Also, Japan was being isolated by the shoguns during this time period. Sorry if I burst your bubble.


1600? No, Japan was under the Meiji rule, and it had established a government and trade. Japan was mondernizing in 1600. :)

Well, as for Generic, I only took New England, his base was New York. I only did take a small portion of northern New York.

OOC: Kihameria, ok, I'm going to TG some things ASAP for ya.

Japanese People: You're expanding a little fast for such a new colony...

IC:
Samuel Gorsuch, merchant of the small village of Potomac Fort, once landing in New Kihameria across the Potomac River, rode northward. Gorsuch was accompanied by his secretary, William Mathers. Gorsuch himself was wearing a special green coat, similar to that of a diplomat.
Coming over a small hill, Gorsuch ran into what he percieved to be the Kihamerian frontier guard, as they were not Indians and were ruggedly dressed.
"Hail to thee, friend or foe?" asked Gorsuch.
"Have you a reason to be here?" replied the guardsman.
Gorsuch turned to his secretary, who brought out a large piece of parchment engrossed with the seal of the colony, it read:

To all who may see this, greeting.
Under Resolution of the General Assembly of Presidentsland, and under instructions of Governor Frederick von Brunswick, representative of the Republic of Kaufmanstad in America, the bearer of this document, Mr. Samuel Gorsuch of Potomac Fort, Presidentsland, is hereby given the duties of special commissioner to the colony of New Kihameria. Mr. Samuel Gorsuch is authorized by the said General Assembly and the said Governor of Presidentsland to negotiate with those representatives of the Nation of Kihameria for the better definition of boundaries regarding the respective colonies of Kihameria and Kaufmanstad.

DONE, this --th day of September, anno domini 1662.
Frederick von Brunswick, Governor.
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Governor & Commander Quillerin Ghalazi,

Sir-
I am very much interested in your offer. The bounty of Presidentsland is open to your trade. I am,

Your most Humble Servant,
Frederick von Brunswick.



Well, as for that, its not that i alrewady put billions of people there, only im constructing, like claiming it for my use. :)

1600? No, Japan was under the Meiji rule, and it had established a government and trade. Japan was mondernizing in 1600. :)



ooc: Meji came to power in 1868. The Tokugawa shoguns ruled from 1603 to 1868, isolating Japan from the foreigners.

*the lead rider took the note from Gorsuch's secratery and examined it, he then passed it on to one of the other riders.*
"We be Kihamerians, so you got it to the right people, but in the wrong place, most of the government officals and such are in new Krieam, to the east of here. What other buisness do you have in our lands ? just discuss land boundries ?"*asked the rider.*

Gorsuch shifted in his saddle to be more comfortable. "No sir, no other business. However, would it be too much trouble to ask you gentlemen to guide me to New Krieam?"

"Well, i think we have coverd most of the land, we could spare a rider."*said the rider, he looked over his right shoulder.*
"Any voulenteers ?"*he asked*
*only one rider trodded up to voulenteer.*
"I will, i have buisness there anyway."*the man was dressed as the others, plenty of guns and no army ensignia.*
"I will have to stop at my ranch, its on the way. My name is Daniel Griffon by the way"*the riders nodded, and spoke for a moment in some strange dialect, and then the other riders rode off, leaving Daniel and the Kaufmanstaders.*
"We should leave then, no ?"

Gorsuch smiled, motioned to his secretary, and said, "Lead the way, my man!"

((OOC: Sorry I haven't been keeping up with this thread for a few days. I've been pretty busy trying to keep several 1 bil+ nations from blowing me off the face of the Earth. I'll make my response posts shortly.))

The three braves looked curiously at the strange architecture of the Tomzillan colony as they were escorted through the town. They tried to conceal the nervousness they felt at the sight of the soldier's guns. They gripped their horses reigns more tightly.

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Chief Stalking Wolf was interrupted from his pipe by one of his men rushing into the longhouse.

"Chief Stalking Wolf! There are men, white men outside. They seem to mean us no harm, yet I can scarce understand their strange speech."

The Chief rose.

"I will speak to them. I can understand these bizarre tongues."

The Chief walked outside to behold Captain Reister and his men, and a crowd of his own villagers eyeing them suspiciously.

"Why have you come here?"

Dieter Shadle and his translators led the natives to a large structure that was the fort's legislation building. Once he got to the building, he ordered the guards to return to their position on the walls. He led the natives inside to a table. He turned to one of his translators an said "Tell them that the talks for peace will begin now".

*Daniel nodded, and imediatly nudged his horse, and in a short time they were off. Not fifteen minutes later they arrived at small house, on eitehr side were large fenced-in areas and stables. Daniel got off his horse and entered the building, he returned moments later with a small pouch, a letter, and a larger pouch, he re-mounted and then looked to the Kaufmanstaders.*
"Any of you care for some salted waffers ? its a good hard ride to New Krieam from here"*he said.*

(ooc:Sorry for kinda controlling youre guys, but i would assume they would follow thier guide, and i afore mentioned a stop.)

To: Governor Frederick von Brunswick,
Calvintown, Presidentsland.

The Colony is seeking more of the northern crops that seems to be abundant in your lands; more specifically leathers and wools. Ten bales is a good number.

Also; I was wondering if you had any word of the other colonies. Qinqarn is mostly concerned with western and southern expansion with no emphasis on the north. I have heard that an Eastern Kingdom has taken roots somewhere and I was wondering if you could direct me to where they are. Such contact would act as a moral lifter to our small colony

Governor & Commander Quillerin Ghalazi,
Viceroy of the Qinqarn Provence & Colony
In the Name of Her Majesty Queen Quili Rex,
Sovereign of the T'sing T'sau Kingdom
Magistrate of the Frenchfor Dominion
Ruler of the Cay Suhn Provence

Signed with the Royal Colonial Seal

Captain Reister bowed to Chief Stalking Wolf and made himself plain. "My countrymen and I are traveling west. We look to following the river [James River] west, then to cross the mountains. As humble travelers, we wished to ask you if it would be possible to obtain a guide as far as the mountains." Reister pulled out one of the peace medals given him and handed it to the Chief. "In return, I offer you this medal signifying peace between our peoples for the last fifty years.'
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Gorham, used to rough living at Potomac Fort reached out to take a piece of waffer, "I wouldn't mind one. Lead the way!"
OOC: You can RP for my men as far as New Krieam, since they are being lead around.
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To His Excellency Governor Quillerin Ghalazi,

Sir-
I will have the necessary goods shipped as soon as possible. For that which we can not produce, I will send for from the homeland, although wool should not be a problem.

As to other nations, I can say that Kaufmanstad and Kihameria have been peacefully and happily been sharing Chesapeake Bay for fifty years. On order from the General Assembly, I am continuing this tradition by sending a commissioner to negotiate for the full definition of our respective border.

Farther to the north is a mystery. As I do not have much connection with the colonies and plantations of Poznon, all I know is that they too are celebrating a happy 50th year.

I am, sir,
Your most Humble Servant,
Governor Frederick von Brunswick.

(ooc: okay)
*Daniel took a bite of the waffer and then quickly spurred his horse, and they were off to new Krieam.*

[for future referance, and less confusion, the following is BEFORE youre men arrive Kaufmanstad]
*the city was bustling, it had been a few days and foodstuffs, weapons, supplies and carrying equipment were cached in various spots in the city, men were waiting around, playing cards, throwing dice, anything to pass the time, they has signed on for the trip west, now they waited for the word to go, they could be ready in an instant, they just needed the word.*

To: Governor Frederick von Brunswick,
Calvintown, Presidentsland.

I look forward to the shipment. Most of what has come our way has been from our allies as well as the other colonies along the Marshland Coast, so your crew will be met with much celebration.

On a similar note, I am surprised by the lack of diplomatic relations with Kihemeia. Although our ships do pass by their fortifications in the Bay, no actual progression beyond the simple pleasentries have been made. I was wondering if your diplomatic core could drop a message to your neighbors on the matter of establishing prescident (of when our ships come).

On another note, I have come across notification of your progression in the firearms department. Although much of our weapons are based on crossbow and infantry tactics (akin to our allies), this innovation doth does interest me. I was wondering if you could include the firearm within the next transport to Qinqarn.

Governor & Commander Quillerin Ghalazi,
Viceroy of the Qinqarn Provence & Colony
In the Name of Her Majesty Queen Quili Rex,
Sovereign of the T'sing T'sau Kingdom
Magistrate of the Frenchfor Dominion
Ruler of the Cay Suhn Provence

Signed with the Royal Colonial Seal

*Daniel continued to lead the Kaufmanstaders at a fast pace through the land, then all of a sudden Daniel slowed to a trot, he lead the men through what seemed like normal terrain, he pulled out a pistol, he waved it around in the air, he then put it back in its holster and continued on, with many turns, they went on, and eventually a strange building was sighted in the distance, it flew the Kihamerian tricolor (i have a picture of the flag, but the hosting site is down it seems) flag, Daniel sighed and continued on, about half way from where they were to the building, riders came to meet them, these men were dressed, some in blue, some in light brown, all wore ensignia with stars, images of waves, sabres, pistols, all such things. These men were offical military soldiers. They rode with speed and agility, they reached Daniel and hte Kaufmanstaders and encircled them, all of the soldiers had a rifle, a gunbelt a sabre and a tomahawk, similar to the ranchers attire of weapon, in fact roughly the same, except for the dress style. Daniel and the soldiers talked quietly in a strange accent, the lead soldier peered over Daniels shoudler at the Kaufmanstaders, then Daniel rode off back to his ranch, leaving the Kaufmanstaders with the soldiers. One of the soldiers, the one who talked with Daniel, had a leather stiching which held two sabres, he rode up to the Kaufmanstaders.*
"I am Stephen two-swords, Daniel has informed me of youre mission, we will escort you to New Krieam."*said the man, who then gave the word and the Kaufmanstaders and the soldiers were off again, in a short time the city was in sight, the outskirts ofh te city were bustling, smoke stacks rose into the air, and military patrols were evreywhere, the soldiers took the men through the outskirts, and to the first gate, it was in a time of peace so it was opened, they went through the second and on into the heart of the governmental district, they rode into a long house, a sort of stable. But the building was empty, only a few horses were there. the Soldiers rode to the back of the building, where the men dismounted, they instructed teh Kaufmanstaders to do so aswell.*" Quickly, mark these horses..."*said Stephen, not thee minutes later a man brought in many red scarves, he tied one to each horse of the Kaufmanstaders and then left, Stephen then looked to the Kaufmanstaders and instruced them to follow him. He lead them to a nearby building that looked like a house. He knocked on the door and a servent opened it, Stephen lead the Kaufmanstaders in, and down the hall, through a door and into a large room with many seats, there was a main window looking out to the water, other than that there were numerous smaller windows to the east and west, near the roof, providing light in the daytime, but there were special places made for candles. Along the south wall were books, to the east and west walls were wooden bunks tied with ropes to the wall, to the north wall were more books. To the north was a simple desk made of a odd looking black wood, there was a chair aswell, but the soldiers and the Kaufmanstaders were the only ones in the room. All men had thier weapons, none were searched or even stared at, this was a subtle sign of trust for the Kihamerians to show. The soldiers looked around, and each of them took a seat, even though nobody was in the room.*

(ooc:that should be far enough for me to take youre men, and im sorry if i went overboard with anything, but they are in the governmental house.)

To:Governor & Commander Quillerin Ghalazi

Sir-
As to messages to the Government of the Kihamerians in America, I would more than willing to forward any correspondence to the proper Kihamerian Authorities.

In regards to weaponry, I will have shipped 10 flint lock muskets, which will be demonstrated by a special guard on board the ship Chesapeake. Also on board the aforementioned ship will be the requested goods as well as several bronze cannon, the most recent advance in cannon technology.

I am sir, your Most Humble Servant,
Governor Frederick von Brunswick
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Samuel Gorsuch stood and turned to the soldiers that had guided him to New Krieam. "Gentlemen, on behalf of the President and Congress of Kaufmanstad, and of his Excellency Governor Frederick von Brunswick, I would like to thank all of you for your hospitality." Gorsuch bowed and with a fluid motion doffed his hat.
"Will, er, I be meeting his excellency the Governor soon?"
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Marked on a chart as "Oregon Inlet" the Kaufmanstad ship Chesapeake hove into the wind and carefully approached the inlet. The Kaufmanstaders were especially careful, since the outer sand banks of Kin-Karn had gotten the name "Graveyard of the Atlantic."
Once safely entering the sound, the Chesapeake made its way toward Kin-Karn's capital. The Kaufmanstaders were greeted with jubilation and Captain Ignatius Marks was the first off the boat, smiling and shaking hands.

OOC: Kay Son, you can RP the festivities however you want.

To: Governor Frederick von Brunswick,
Calvintown, Presidentsland.

I thank you for the arrival of the Kesa Peake. Their arrival did initiate much celebration within the community with the sailors being of a rowdier nature than Somarkers. Although the second stage of the race has not commenced, I must inform you that the Kesa Peake did not suffer much "damages" as the other participants within the fleet, and provided it's mettle whilst passing the First Mark on Aufstader Isle.

As for the Kihamerians, I wish for this to be conveyed to their leaders;
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Dear Lords

I great you in the name of my Queen and my Lords, in the name of the T'sing T'sau Kingdom. Although we have not the firm ties that you have with the Kaufstaders, we wish to commence such relations due to the stragetic position you have in the Northern Bay. We can offer you ships, agricultural items, as well as fire powder in exchange for the famous Stone Clams that the Kaufstaders seem to include in every convey that comes south as well as wool/thick leather. Much of the leather present within our fair colony does not bear well to the winters that pass through our western outposts and therefore need those coverings to survive. Our next cargo ship within the area will be arriving on the --th and shall bear the white flag in diplomatic peace when sailing in your nearest harbor.

Sincerely,

Governor & Commander Quillerin Ghalazi,
Viceroy of the Qinqarn Provence & Colony
In the Name of Her Majesty Queen Quili Rex,
Sovereign of the T'sing T'sau Kingdom
Magistrate of the Frenchfor Dominion
Ruler of the Cay Suhn Provence

Signed with the Royal Colonial Seal

OCC - I haven't posted in a while ^_^


IC -

Having producing industries and residences in many areas, the need to expand was neccessary, but the Emperor banned any expansion to give respect of the local Indians. The buisnesses were put onto New Okinawa Island. Trade, business and prosperity flourished. Fort Kuji was found at the base of the Hudson river governing any Japanese trade ships that passed. New forts were being placed. Fur had been the demand and trade increased for Fur.

Military expansion needed to be placed and four military academies were placed. Any man over the age of 23 had to experience 3 years of military training and if neccessary could bge drafted. Samurai classes had been the class of which was used in battle. Cavalry and Siege were being introduced and the new weapons had been used.

(ooc: Kay Son, should i RP as though i somehow recieved the letter ? and it has escaped my memory, what state do you lay claims to ?)
ic:
*the soldiers looked at each other, some let out a slight chuckle, Stephen looked at them with a piercing stare, and then he looked with a smile to the Kaufmanstaders.*
"The govenors son, yes, he will arrive shortly, he went out fishing today, so he is probably cleaning his catch. Word has been sent, he should arrive any moment now."*said Stephen. It wasnt fifteen seconds later that the govenors son walked in, he was dressed in a pair of cloth overalls, and an old brown shirt, he was a tad bit wet and the front of his overall were coverd in fish scales.*
"Oh, sorry for my dress, i have been out fishing, i hope i havent kept you to long.."*said the govenors son, who walked over to shake thiar hands.*
"I am the govenor of this colony, my father died some time ago, but i have taken up Govenorship"*he said, extending his hand to Samuel Gorsuch.*

OOC: Kay Son has claimed North Carolina, and just assume you got the letter courtesy of the Governor of Presidentsland.

IC:

Gorsuch extended his hand and gave the Governor's Son [does he have a name?] a hearty hand shake. Gorsuch noticed the heavy smell of fish and crabs on the man. "Uh, greetings! I have come all the way from Presidentsland to discuss with you our respective boundary, so that in the future, when we extend westward, there be no need for conflict." With that, Gorsuch produced the same piece of parchment he had shown the soldiers when he crossed the Potomac. "These are my credentials, your Excellency."

(ooc: yes, i skimmed across the old threads and i mentioned a first name for my old leader, but not a last name, so i made his name 'Victor Germogen Jr', i think.)
ic:
"The west, eh ?"*said Victor, he took the mans credientals and looked at them as he walked back to his desk, he sat down, layed back and sighed.*
"I hope you dont mind, we eat what we catch and i was assisting the cooks in scailing the fish, they should be ready to eat soon."*said Victor.*
"Anyway, the west. Kihameria has mad a large movement, and a large investment to the west, i am not sure of Kaufmanstads westward movements, but i doubt it will impair my judgement. Now, our plans arent changed lightly, and we will secure our west by force if nessisary. But lets not get hostile. We will be willing to divide the land, since we do not have that many men. We are north of youre Virginian settlements, so here is my proposition. Niether of our countrys move to or past the states of Minesota, Iowa, Missouri, Arkansas, or Lousiana until we meet again and discuss further borders. We will take the states of West Virginia, Ohio, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Wisconson, Kaufmanstad can have evreything to the south of our settlements, but not beyond the western border. To the northeast of our settlements we belive to hold large Indian tribes and other colonies, until further notice we wont expand northward. This leaves Kentucky, Tenesse, South Carolina, Missisipi, Georgia, Alabama and Florida i belive in Kaufmanstads land. We have heard rumors of a large river that runs deep into the conenient, we also request that this river remain open, if it exists. I may have mentioned it, but we shall agree to meet again to discuss further boundries into the west. Does this suit youre...boundries ?"*said Victor.*

Gorsuch produced a map showing what was known of the west, from the Appalachains eastward. Gorsuch put on his glasses and pointed to the Potomac River. "To be more simplistic, sir, I thought that the easiest way to determine our shared boundary is to find the source of the Potomac River. From there, draw a line of latitude all the way to the other ocean, the Pacific. Quite simple, actually, what do you think?" Gorsuch removed his glasses and put them in his coat pocket. "Governor von Brunswick has dispatched Captain Reister to travel the west and find the headwaters of the James to see if that river joins with another in hopes that it will lead us to the Pacific."

As the Congressmen sat down, the President of the Burgesses stood.

"I now call to order the Fourth Session of Congress in this year 1662 Anno Domini, on the --th of September.

"The Honorable Louis Granger from Marshalltown has the floor for the first item of business."

A stout man rose. Some of the society upper-crust saw the approaching cold as an immediate reason to don their heavy (and expensive) clothing from the harsh climates of Poznon.

"My thanks to you, Mr. President. I also give my regards to the Congress and the Governor.

"I desire now to raise the matter of our relations with other settlers of this area. We have exchanged small pleasantries with them throughout this half-century of settlement, but we have remained relatively distant from them. I propose we dispatch a Commissioner or Commissioners to establish proper boundaries and contact." Granger sat down, to several cries of "Hear hear."

Now du Frier rose.

"I am in complete accordance with Mr. Granger's sentiments. I motion we appoint and dispatch a Commissioner to the Kihamerians, as they are in closet proximity to us."

"What of these men from the East?" asked a Congressmen. "They are to the North."

"Ah, yes. One emissary to them, as well." answered the Governor.

"I second the motion." said Granger. After the President put it to a vote, it was decided to send out the men.

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One Captain Anthony Burgkut, accompanied by two soldiers, rode North to the Japanese.

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Michael Geissel and his secretary started off to Maryland to talk with the Kihamerians.

(ooc:sorry, google want to be a pain right now. might i ask you what states are divided along the potomac ? better yet, i will make it IC.)
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*as Victor was thinking about these things, another rider walked in with a message, Victor looked over at the rider and motioned for him to sit down.*
"Might i inquire as to what states are divided along the Potomac river, besides our own of course..."*he asked.*

Gorsuch traced his finger along the Potomac and said "Presidentsland [Virginia] and New Kihameria [Maryland]"

OOC: Generic, you still with us?

"To be blunt, that doesnt help at all, we are already divided along the Potomac, please specify by what other states the Potomac flows."*said Victor.*

(ooc:Poznon, if i remember correctly you were to the north of me, so you are in either Delaware of Pensilvania ? (sorry for my spelling) and my next post, if its okay, i will RP another rider finding youre Emmisarys)

OOC: Sure. I'm in Central NJ, around the Raritan Bay.

*In the northern parts of Kihamerian territory there were just as many patrols as there was in the south. One of these riders, heavily armed but with no uniform or ensignia of the army, rode through the lands. He was another rancher patrol, getting payed to basically ride around. He spotted two riders in the distance, he, like other counter parts, fired a pistol into the air, and in moment a few riders gatherd togather and rode to meet them.*
"Hail, We be Kihamerians and this be our land, are you friend or foe ?"*one of them asked.*

"Those are the only states," replied Gorsuch. "What I am saying is that the border should extend due westward on a straight line from the headwaters of the Potomac all the way to the Pacific."
After these preliminary negotiations, and several days in New Kihameria, Gorsuch sent home his secretary, along with a special, private message for Governor von Brunswick.
To his Excellency Governor Frederick von Brunswick
Sir-
It is my opinion that all efforts should be made to make claims of Western Lands. The Kihamerians have very little understanding of their geography outside of the Chesapeake.
Signed,
Samuel Gorsuch.
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Recieving little help from the Indians, Reister headed westward up the James River for the mountains. His goal was to reach the mountains, and to look for a passage to the Pacific.

Michael Geissel stopped his horse and his secretary did the same.

"Friends. We mean no intrusion," said Geissel, holding up his hands slightly. "We are from North, in New Jersey, New Poznon. We come to speak to your leaders."

(ooc: say, you sent him, that means he left New Krieam, but not Maryland, correct ?)
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*after some time, Victor came up with his response.*
"We have offerd you our deal, now here and now you will accept it or decline. If you decline, we will claim the afore mentioned states and more."*said Victor, he looked at the soldiers in the room, who then stood up, half left the room, half stayed, but in strategic positions in the room.*

"New Poznon... new pozno.... Right ! i remember. I say, i belive my uncle, who worked as a guard at a woodcutting camp, told me about some people, I say, welcome to our lands. Our leaders are in New Krieam, some distance from here, a short hard ride, but i have been about all day. How drastic is youre need ot speak to our leaders ?"

"Not urgent, good sir. We shall wait for your reccomendation."

"Very well then. I invite you both to my ranch, for some rest and a meal, if you insist i am sure one of these fine fellows."* he motioned behind him at the otehr riders that had gatherd.*" Will take you to New Krieam without delay"

OOC: I've claimed the Outer Banks, Western N.C., and bits of SC's coastline. @Kihemia-> Yeah, just RP the letter out through a letter

To: Governor Frederick von Brunswick,
Calvintown, Presidentsland.

I must inform you of a tragic events that have befallen the Kesa Peake. As the ship was being prepared for the third stage of the race, a small company of Lakoshi Natives saw fit to declare a mutiny against their A'tchui commander. Whilst the mutiny was put down with severe force, much of the racing squadron near th' docks were severely damaged in the fighting. I must inform you that th' Kesa Peake did suffer damage to the hull and aft deck due to the vain attempt by the Lakoshi's in seeing the Kesa Peake as a "foreigner" ship. Repairs to the ship are currently on-going with Blackcoats being employed within the ranks of the Colonial Marine Core on suspected mutineers.

On a seperate issue entirely, I was pondering on the creation of select way stations along the route towards your colony. Would your leader be privy to the idea of co-stationed bases along the coastline? Naturally the power would be shared with those places utilized for dumping bilgewater and accessing needed supplies.

Governor & Commander Quillerin Ghalazi,
Viceroy of the Qinqarn Provence & Colony
In the Name of Her Majesty Queen Quili Rex,
Sovereign of the T'sing T'sau Kingdom
Magistrate of the Frenchfor Dominion
Ruler of the Cay Suhn Provence

Signed with the Royal Colonial Seal

To Kay Son Govener Quillerin Ghalazi,
Greetings Govenor, i am Bret Vandorgoth, Mayor of Glory Port, to clarify, i am not the leader of political issues, but i am master of trade in the colonies, and i am sure our Govenor, Victor Germogen Jr, would welcome mroe relations.I belive it would, i belive, be benificial to us both for trade between the T'sing T'sau Kingdom and the Kihamerian colonies. I will set out calls for Fur and leather, but our tailors are busy with other things. We have an abundance of salt and preservatives, perhaps we could work two tasks at a single time. Forgive my outlook, but the winter will bring cold weather and a lack of food, our ranchers, milita and citizens can hunt meat, Deer and possibly Bison, aswell as beaver. We have fish, but i doubt fish scales will protect anyone from the cold. Back to my idea, it you will, we can hunt Deer at least, we will skin the deer for thier fur, and we will salt the meat, when youre trade ships come, probably to Glory Port, we will trade the fur and meat. It is partially embarrasing and humbling for me, as a Kihamerian, to admit our lack of ships, most our non-trade ships are currently away from the colony. We have plenty of agriculture items and enough fire powder, but we could use ships, schooners even, anything to carry supplies over the water.
Signed,
Bret Vandorgoth,
Mayor of Glory Port,
Master of trade for the Kihamerian colonies.


*Far south of the colonies, South from even the T'sing T'sau Kingdom, the ships of the Kihamerians were sailing silently, withing sight of shore, they had sailed through marshlands and swamps, they had turned around a massive outcrop of land, they had turned west, and now were slowly turning south again, until they sighted a sandy beach. They droped anchors and laucnhed row boats and went shore, for some reason, some yards away from the shore they stoped.*
"Sandbar... blast !"*said one of them that was in a boat*
*he jumped out, followed by others, the water as chest-high, but they moved ashore, one had a pike, another carried a Kihamerian flag, they tied the flag to the pike, and put it in the sand.*
"We hereby claim this land for Kihameria. Now, get back to the boats and get supplies ashore, we must get going quickly, we wont recieve supplies for a long... long time."*said the man, drenched, but not shivering, the water was warm, but not quite blue. The weather, even for being september, was warm.*

(ooc:that bottom segment was secret, since i belive the nearest colony is in Hati/Dominican republic, a few ships could easily slip past. Anyway, they landed on Galveston island, one guess where that is people.)

"West Virginia, which is south of the Potomac, I believe is well within the sphere of influence of Kaufmanstad and is the only issue I see in regards to your proposal." responded Gorsuch.

OOC: Gorsuch's secretary is riding alone southward back to Presidentsland, I'll RP his arrival home tomorrow.
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Captain Mark, with a broken arm, directed the repair of the Chesapeake. Following the attack on his vessel, Mark had suggested to Commander Ghalazi that a series of light markers and some kind of coastal system be set up to protect further the still untamed coasts of America.
Later in the day, a letter arrived detailing Governor von Brunswick's approval of Ghalazi's proposal.

"But i belive that would limit us to traveling through Pensilvania (again, sorry for spelling) which we belive is inhabited. Virginia has land cotnacts with states within Kaufmanstads boundries."
(ooc:could i perhaps have another patrol of mine pick up Gorchus (sorry for spelling, im in a hurry) secretary ? it mgiht add soemthing to the RP.)

OOC: Yeah go ahead and pick up Gorsuch. Also, Captain Reister is heading west, toward the Tennessee River, my goal is to get him to the Mississippi and make some claims. This should make some interesting RP'ing...
I like your happenings at Galveston Island, ever heard of the Sieur de la Salle?

IC:
Gorsuch sighed, "Look, West Virginia dips far to the south of your general are of influence, furthermore, it would block Presidentsland's western expansion! You are trying to block us in!"
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Excerpt from the Journal of Captain Joseph Reister
September --, 1662.
Our progress toward the source of the James River is a success. From this point, we will look for a gap across the Blue Ridge Mountains and into the unknown areas beyond. I have made sure that my cartographer, William Buxton take careful notes on all further discoveries.

To: Bret Vandorgoth,
Mayor of Glory Port,
Master of trade for the Kihamerian colonies.

It saddens me that your navy is in such a sad state of affairs. Since our navy has a surplus of ships that don't seem to do anything, I am willing to give you 3 frigates (complete with cannons) as well as 1 cargo ship in order to help you with this matter. I am open to the initial trading of salt and preserves, given that some small amounts of coverings can be scouraged up for the winter. I have been told by Commodore Benkins that the trade ships can set sail by the 12th, given repairs on the Commodorious can be accelerated.

Governor Quillerin Ghalazi,
Viceroy of the Qinqarn Provence & Colony
In the Name of Her Majesty Queen Quili Rex,
Sovereign of the T'sing T'sau Kingdom
Magistrate of the Frenchfor Dominion
Ruler of the Cay Suhn Provence

Signed with the Royal Colonial Seal
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A man adorned in the Colonial Marine Core uniform walked towards the Chesapeake.

"Hey Kaufstader! Where's your Captain?"
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To: Governor Frederick von Brunswick,
Calvintown, Presidentsland.

Although Qinqarn is a colony settled in the interests of the navy, I have been recieving word by the A'tchui that several "expiditions" by your men have been launched in the inner woods of the Northern Lands. I am curious at what purpose does this "expiditions" serve to your colony. Are they some motion towards expanding your colony? If so, then what approach are you taking towards the natives?

Governor Quillerin Ghalazi

Governor & Commander Quillerin Ghalazi

Sir-
The expeditions west are, as of yet, not colonization enterprises. Captain Joseph Reister and his men are exploring new lands, collecting valuable information about the natives and about natural resources. I am taking a peaceful stance with the natives, Captain Reister is merely a traveler.

Signed,
Governor Frederick von Brunswick
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Captain Mark, on deck of the Chesapeake with his first mate and two regular soldiers heard the call. Mark along with his mate and soldiers walked down the gangplank. "I am Captain Ignatius Mark of the Chesapeake. How can I help you?"

"I must protest, my maps indicate that there is some ammount of land you can go west with, whereas if Kaufmanstad gains West Virginia, Kihameria will be blocked in."

To Governor Quillerin Ghalazi,
We appriciate youre willingess to aid us, and our navy in this matter. Our govenor is busy in talks with the Kaufmanstaders, i am sure he sends his apologies for that matter. We Kihamerians work, or trade, for what we are given, and we tend not to have many debts, so i find it only fair that we give you some ammounts of furs, meats, salts and other preservatives for youre ships. We knoweth not the curreny of youre people, i ask youre forgiveness, but i would like to give you some ammount of goods, a ship is not a cheap thing, i hope we can come to an agreement on a fair ammount of goods, do you have any suggestions ?
Also, you mentioned stone clams, might you elaborate on what they are ?
signed,
Bret Vandorgoth,
Mayor of Glory Port,
Master of trade for the Kihamerian colonies

*Another patrol was riding, a good distance out of New Krieam when he saw a rider leaving, as did the others, he shot a pistol in the air, in a few moments other riders came, only this time two from each direction, they made their way towards the rider leaving their lands who seemed ot hold some sort of messages with him*

(ooc:that last part is Gorsuch's (forgive my spelling) secratary, as you said i could find.and for future referance, i use google to find maps, and it seems i am blocked by pensilvania and you can get out in Kentucky. and i havent heard of a Sieur de la Salle, is there perhaps a more modern name ? also, for future referance i will attach a map of the US.)
http://media.maps101.com/SUB/K_3/k3uspolit.gif

OOC; Sorry im late
New Langley had a great 50 years . All of New York was colonized by Brydog.

"Excellent." Geissel and his secretary followed the ranchers.

OOC; Sorry im late
New Langley had a great 50 years . All of New York was colonized by Brydog.

ooc: New York is being controlled by The Japanese People, Generic as natives, and myself. Read what has already happened.

OOC: Sorry I claimed in Colonization - 1612, and thought this was based on it.

OOC: Yes, it is. Though I imagine Kaufmanstad will have to decide who gets it now.

"Good, follow us."*said the man, as he began to ride away, followed by the others who he hadnt even spoken to.*

Thompson [Gorsuch's Secretary] heard the pistol and galloped full speed away from New Krieam. He held onto the messages for the Governor tightly. Unfortunately, the Kihamerians caught up and stopped Thompson. "You can't hold me here, or take me prisoner! I have messages for the Governor of Presidentsland! Now let me go!"
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Gorsuch continued, "I would assume that your people would lay claim and move into Pennsylvania, your excellency." Gorsuch was growing impatient.

OOC: Google's a relatively good source.
Also, the Sieur de la Salle was a French explorer and colonizer, who in 1689 got lost trying to create a settlement at the mouth of the Mississippi. He ended up settling at what is today Galveston, Texas, where the French could not find him. Eventually, la Salle went to look for the Mississippi, but his colleagues murdered him, the settlement was wiped out by the Indians. By the time the Spanish caught on, there were only a few survivors living among friendly Indians.

"We belive that Poznon, and Indians forces are nearby and it is near inevetable that they will own Pennsylvania, since we do not want to cause hostilities with them, thusfore West Virginia is our only option. However, it seems there is enough debate over this state as is. We could halve the state, southern half being Kaufmanstadian, northern being Kihamerian, but there may be strife over the borders. And our nations are at peace, lets not blotch that. I had hopes that Kihameria would claim West Virginia, and apparent so did Kaufmanstad. Let us call it neutral then... Both countries my move men through freely, people of Kihameria only have rights to inspect Kihamerian peoples, and vica versa. It may cause strife in the end, but it is a solution until i can talk with the Poznon people and see if they had any claims to the land of Pennsylvania."*said Victor, impatient, and somewhat agitated, but looking to draw things to a close.*

*the riders surrounded the secratary in a close circle, allowing no room to escape whatsoever. As the secratary exlaimed the normal dispatch rider 'im carrying messages- let me go', the Kihamerians shrugged and laughed.*
"New Presidentsland ? I know of Fort West, Glory Port and New Krieam, and you sure arent Kihan* from the looks of ye. By the way, we aint the military, they'd probaly' let you go. We are...what would you say... Rangers**, like ranchers, only without the ranches and the money. 'Ey boys, i bet this'n would fetch quite a ransom price... and he said dispatches, those cant be important. Listen now, you give us them dispatches and come with us, and you dont get hurt."*the man said, he looked at the other riders who drew sabres and pistols and pointed them low at Thompsons legs and his horse, the main rider extended his hand for the dispatches.*

*=Kihan, early form of 'Kihamerian' and much shorter.
**=Basically mercanaries, only more trustworthy, and as i posted, they have horses and weapons, but they roam around.
(ooc:Oh, i have heard of Le Salle, i thought you mean a place called Le Salle. Yeah, he was cool. I think he was a French cavalry officer aswell, he explored alot like you said, but on a voyage into.. i want to say Centeral Texas, his men didnt just murder him, it was like a mutiny... only on land. And i belive you posted the rest, or maybe some other things about him.)

Gorsuch smiled and shook Victor's hand. "You drive a hard bargain, and I will accept your proposal as is. You are an excellent diplomat for being so young!"
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"You wouldn' dare shoot..." Thompson looked around at the threatening gazes, finally he gained some courage. "You can pry them from my dead hands!" the rangers began to inch closer, and Thompson began to dread what he had just said, "Oh God! Please don't kill me!"

OOC: I brought up the subject of LaSalle because I thought you might be imitating him.

Ranches and farms spread out west from the Raritan, but there were no formal settlements. Some citizens pushed for further expansion westward, and Governor du Frier had no objection.

Early one morning an expedition of five men disembarked from Gordonston, consisting of the leader Henry Therry,(a trapper) a soldier, a botanist, a cartographer, and an influencial merchant from Marshalltown. It was heading into little explored Pennsylvania with orders from Governor du Frier to "travel through the Pennsylvania wilderness, map the region, document and record native and wildlife, and determine the viabilty of expansion into said region,"

"As do you."*Victor heaved a heavy sigh, having possibly avoided a conflict over the land.*" I would like to invite and youre men to stay for dinner at least, afterwars you can stay if you are tired, if not, i am sure Stephen wont mind escorting you back to the Potomac."*said Victor, very relieved.*

"We wont pry them from youre dead hands, we can cut off youre hand easily and take it that way, but we wouldnt dream of killing you, still good for ransom. Now, give me those doccuments or you will loose youre hand and the doccuments togather, but you have my word me and my men wont kill you."* the rider motioned, and a fellow rider leaned in with a sabre, again the riders hand extended for the doccuments.*

(ooc:humm... thats a good idea, i havent decided yet, but probably something non-governmental and that ends in somebodys death.)
ooc edit: Poznon, might i ask for RL equivalents of youre said citys ? or are they in New Jersey ?)

To: Bret Vandorgoth,
Mayor of Glory Port,
Master of trade for the Kihamerian colonies.

We do currency on the amount of gold, copper, and silver within these lands. We also depend on select wooden talents that represent a specific amount of goods (i.e. 10 L. Talent= 10 lumber logs).

If you are wanting to pay for the ships, I would recommend;
-270 lumber logs (20 feet in length, 5 foot in width)- preferablly the "hard" lumber that is so often seen in your parts
-3 bales of fur
-50 pounds of perserves
-50 pounds of salt

Stone clams are shellfish that are hard to break open but delicious in taste. Kaufstad has sent us in the past and have told us that they reside in the very bay that your colonies dwell in. I am willing to forgo 1 bale of fur for 3 barrells of stone clams.

Governor Quillerin Ghalazi,
Viceroy of the Qinqarn Provence & Colony
In the Name of Her Majesty Queen Quili Rex,
Sovereign of the T'sing T'sau Kingdom
Magistrate of the Frenchfor Dominion
Ruler of the Cay Suhn Provence

Signed with the Royal Colonial Seal
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"Greetings Captain Mark- I'm here to say that the race will start in a day and be wary of them savages on Norsound!"
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To: Governor Frederick von Brunswick,
Calvintown, Presidentsland.

Would you be interested in exchanging of information? Much of what we know of the west is within the Endless Wood and we would prefer to find out what is up north. I can send a dispatch to your colony with a map of (our) known allies within that area-

Governor Quillerin Ghalazi

Governor Quillerin Ghalazi,

Sir-
Upon Captain Reister's return, I will have a duplicate map dispatch immediately.

Governor Frederick von Brunswick.
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Thompson quickly handed over the dispatches and threw his arms in the air. "Don't hurt me, please!"
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Captain Mark sighed, "I'm afraid that I will be returning to Presidentsland, my friend." Mark removed his hat, "You see, my crew is exhausted and the Chesapeake needs further repairs. However, I will take this opportunity to escort the vessels that my countrymen have purchased from you." Mark shook the man's hand, "Please send my most humble regards to your Governor."
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Excerpt from the Journals of Captain Joseph Reister:
September --, 1662.
We have reached what I believe to be the central range of these mountains. Soon we will be on the opposite side of the Appalachains and we will comence the search for another river, lake, or, hopefully, passage to the Pacific.

(ooc:Kaufmanstad, is their any rule on waiting for supplies to come from our main countries ? or since we have been around for fifty years we should supply our own colonies. I also have an idea for another RP i would like to talk with you about, do you have AIM ?)
ic:
*the lead ranger took the doccuments and stuffed them in his saddlebag, and then a pistol went off, the rangers looked amongst themselves, no blood nor smoke rose from their tight circle, it was another signal fire, the rangers sighed, but not for long. Yet another rider came charging over the countryside, followed by other military officers. Another shot was heard, the charging rider tumbled to the ground. The rangers quickly began to panic, the leader took the dispatches out of his saddlebag and began to flee, the other rangers did aswell, the one that had the sabre to Thompson quickly twisted his wrist and his sabre and gave Thompsons horse a cut to the back end in an attempt to make it run. As the rangers fled the military men chaugt on and gave chase, it was a skirmish around the countryside, concealed rangers fired from trees and rocks at the military men, the military men fired back, some threw small metal spheres which bounced and then exploded, in under five minutes the main fight was over and the rangers were scatted, the military moved on in chase, completly leaving Thompson alone.*

To Governor Quillerin Ghalazi,
Those terms seem most acceptable.
We will harvest and stockpile the mentioned supplies, however the stone clams will be difficult to obtain as our men are busy getting salt in any ways possible and getting fish. By the time youre ships arrive, we should have the supplies you request. If we do happen to get any stone clams, we shall send them along since they seem to be bountiful- when harvested. Also, is thier, by any chance, a way myself, perhaps our govenor, and youreself may meet ?
signed,
Bret Vandorgoth,
Mayor of Glory Port,
Master of trade for the Kihamerian colonies.
(ooc:Kay Son, might we assume the ship comes in later today or tommorow ?)

OOC: Sure, I'll TG you my AIM

Thompson, now alone and frightened, recovered his bearings as best he could and headed toward the Potomac, where a schooner was supposed to be waiting for him to take him back to Presidentsland. It was a dark night, and Thompson spent a sleepless night in his saddle.

*As Thompson made his way to the potomac, the military and the rangers had no rest either, pistols and rifles were heard all night, but no major clashes. It was dark and eyrie, the sounds of gunfire in the distance made it seem menacing to evreyone in the area, however it slowly died down, the rangers were able to slip away in the darkness, now it was time for the military to gather and search the fallen.*
*Meanwhile, on Galveston, the mood was bad. Most of the supplies were ashore, but it was a cold night and the lumber they found was drenched by recent rains, no fire could be made currently. The leader of the expedition sat quietly, writing in his journal.*
I know not the date, nor the time, but the weather is cold and dreary. Rains come and go. The mood is bad. I fear, if we do not make major progress in the morning, there may be a major disertion,or worse, i protested my crew, not a single one worth thier salt, all from the mountians. Cold place, cold people. If i write again, i pray it be better than this entry.

To: Bret Vandorgoth,
Mayor of Glory Port,
Master of trade for the Kihamerian colonies.

The Ghosli will be arriving within the Northern Bay within four days with the ships. With that set aside, I invite you to visit our fair lands since my attention is required on internal mattters-

Governor Quillerin Ghalazi,
Viceroy of the Qinqarn Provence & Colony

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The Marine stood agape at Captain Mark's reply.

"Oh- well...you will be missed. The ships...ah...are near Sutheton Pier, on Yammaert Island. Just....er....give us some time in preparing them..."

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To: Governor Frederick von Brunswick,
Calvintown, Presidentsland.

I thank you. Also; I am puzzled on why your ships are leaving so soon. Our drydocks are perfectly operable for repairs-

Governor Quillerin Ghalazi

to Governor Quillerin Ghalazi,
I would enjoy a trip to youre colony, but as you wrote there are internal matters i think it best that i wait. I will look foward to writing you again, until next time, i bid you fair well.
signed,
Bret Vandorgoth,
Mayor of Glory Port,
Master of trade for the Kihamerian colonies.

(ooc: another similar thread, started by Kaufmanstad and myself. http://forums2.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=361747 read before you post, its a different time.)

OOC: so are we abandoning this thread for that new one?

(ooc: no no no, rp in both simoltaniousley, like with the imperialisim and the first 1612 rp... which now i think are both dead.)

OOC: No, don't abandon this one!

IC:

Thompson finally made it to the Potomac where a schooner was waiting off shore. Thompson, thoroughly exhausted screamed and waved his arms until he got the attention of the crew. A row boat was taken out to take him to the schooner.
"Mate, ye look worse for wear!" commented a seaman.
Thompson sat down on the deck, "Take me directly to Calvintown!"
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Excerpt from the journals of Captain Joseph Reister:
October --, 1662.
This day we came upon a larger river that flows off to the south west [This is the RL Tennessee River, near Knoxville]I hope this river will guide us to the Pacific, or at least reveal the secrets of the continent to us. On a nearby boulder, I carved my name, the name of my crew, the date, and Kaufmanstad's claim to the land.

*As the dead and wounded soldiers and rangers were gatherd up, their bodies searched, an envelope was found on the lead rangers, it was taken to the leader of the soldiers.*
"Sir, we ahve found an envelope containing a foreign letter"*said one of the soldiers as he gave ti to thier leader.*
"Interesting. Call a priest out here to give the last rights to the dead, bury the bodies, give this field a name and get the mens account of the battle. You are in charge."*said the leader, who then got on his horse, called for two others and rode off towards New Krieam, where the letter would be taken.*

*On Galveston isle, the worst was about to happen. A growingly large group of men grew togather, each one of them armed, they marches towards where the captain had set up a tent. The men surrounded the tent and fired into it, all the men left, there was no crossfire, a man who looked to be the leader rallied the men, and then they walked off. However, it was a stroke of luck, the captain was not in his tent. Nature called at a moment, the captain was returning to his tent when he saw it surrounded, luckily the men didnt bother to check the tent. The captain made his way back to the camp during the night, he stole a horse and some supplies, and rode off quietly to his recelection of northeast, it was his best chance of survival.*

*In New Krieam, the word was given, the men loaded the wagons, got on horses, supplied themselves and then slowly, carvan style, went out of the city. They went westwards, they would stop at Fort West for resupplying, and then continue on until a suitable spot was found in West Virginia for a Kihameran border town, and then on into Ohio. It took hours for the men to load and depart, but once they did there was a massive caravan of people, over two hundred men, women and children, fully armed. There was an escort of sixty men, twenty military riders and fourty milita men, the expansion had begun.*

Excerpt from the Proceedings of the Presidentsland General Assembly:
October --, 1662.
A petition being put forth by the residents of Calvintown, asking for the incorporation of that town as a city and a seat in the Assembly for the municipality.
RESOLVED, That the town on this day, known as Calvintown be incorporated as a city, with a seat in the General Assembly, and a City Government.
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Excerpt from the journal of Captain Joseph Reister:
October --, 1662.
We are floating down the river, which the Indians call the Tennessee, at a steady rate. The river flows in a south-westerly direction. I have made sure that I take careful notes on latitude so as to make the most accurate map possible.

Addressed to;
Her Majesty Queen Quili Rex,
Sovereign of the T'sing T'sau Kingdom
Magistrate of the Frenchfor Dominion
Ruler of the Cay Suhn Provence

Your Majesty-

It pleases to inform you of the ratification of the Yasiki State as part of the Colony. This means that Qinqarn holds a significant claim to the Southern Coasts around Southerton, thereby allowing the full domination of that coastline. A drydock has already been in commission to establish Your Dominance within the area and will be finished within the month.

It also sorrows me to inform you of the invovlement that the Colonial Marines had with the A'tzugi. Although we have been stating the fact that we are of a peaceful nation, the A'tzugi did declare war upon us for our supplying of the A'tsuni, thereby forcing our hand into that conflict. Our gains are difficult due to the lack of rivers within that area, yet the fact still remains of our success along the A'tsuni border. I have arranged it so that our Reserves will transfer to that location and help to fortify the A'tsuni's dominance within that area.

On a seperate note, there has been considerable urging by the Kaufstaders to explore the interior of the Unknown Lands. Although we are cogniscent of their presence, our attentions within the Native tribes have barred us from joining their expidition. I await permission from Your Majesty in pursuing such a tool in advent of running out of natural resources.

Governor Quillerin Ghalazi,
Viceroy of the Qinqarn Provence & Colony

Signed with the Colonial Seal

To: Governor Frederick von Brunswick,
Calvintown, Presidentsland.

I seek more arms. There has emerged a war on our western border that severly taxes our troops. Would you be interested in a later payment for those arms?

Governor Quillerin Ghalazi

*The Kihamerian settlers went a long distance to Fort West, there they re supplied and moved on for a long, long time. Thanks to the patrols, few indians were around, and due to the sheer size no rangers or rouges made an attempt on the convoy. Eventually they reached another river, they found a suitable spot and stopped, they made a wagon circle and unloaded wood to build a small town, the town was called "Legacy" (RL Morgantown). There they stopped, fished as much as they could, and took a much needed rest.*

*The leader of the Galveston expedition rode fiercely away from his camp, he crossed alot of terrain, until his horse fell from exhaustion. He was stopped, but the men back at Galveston though he was dead and sent no patrols. The weather cleared up, and fires were made, wood was brought up from the anchored ships and a small town was being built.*

*The letter recoverd from the skirmish with the rangers was brought at full speed to New Krieam, the person who carried it thier made his way to the govenors room, eventually he would find the letter.*

OOC: Kihameria, I don't have any RL equivelants yet, but the towns are all in the Raritan Bay NJ area. I'll get some soon.

Geissel looked to the rancher. "How long of a ride to New Krieam?"
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To the Honorable Governor Quillerin Ghalazi
of the Illustrious Kay Sonian People;

I send the Greetings and Regards of the Citizens of New Poznon. I have heard of your people's settlements for a quite a period, yet am not in proper correspondence with your lands.

We invite you to visit Marshall Town whenever you see fit to do so, to initiate a communication between our respective Governments, to review our industries and ports, and to give us a better appreciation of your culture and ways.

Furthermore; I appreciate that a frostfull winter will soon descend upon our lands, and hope we can start a trade between our respective nations. Is there any commodity you are in particular need of? We have an excess of apples, delightful berries of the blue and cran species, and maize. We also have an amout of tomatoes. Although they are quite poisonous, they make an excellent garden ornament.

I hope our two nations can embark on a peaceful and prosperous relationship.

Governor Alexander du Frier
Executive and Chief Magistrate of New Poznon
Representative of the Grand Duke of Poznon in America

(ooc: ok.)
ic:
"How long you say.... ? Perhaps thirty minutes of hard riding, then about thirty more minutes of slow trotting, then getting through the city. Its alot of riding, and we've been going all day."*said the rancher*
* After some time of rest, the ex-leader of the galveston expedition got onto hsi now rested horse and continued, he went over some deal of small rivers, and then he came to a much larger river. He stopped, he then tied up his horse with some reeds so it wouldnt get away. Then he searched for some food and then began to use some rocks and a knife he brought with him to begin making a raft.*

ooc: What happened to Generic?

IC: Dieter Shadle is sending one ship southward to find trades with other nations that exist on this continent.

OOC: I believe he's tied up in a civil war in another thread.

"I see, thank you." said Geisssel. "Beautiful country around here."
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A fisherman along the coast north of the Raritan spotted a ship sailing down the coast. He turned to his companions,

"Ay! Theodore! I see a ship ahead."

Governor & Commander Quillerin Ghalazi

Sir-
I will dispatch with all haste any weapons necessary. The only thing I ask for in the interim are more warships. How many can you spare?

Your most Humble Servant,
Governor Frederick von Brunswick.
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Excerpt from the Journal of Captain Joseph Reister.
October --, 1662.
This day, we discovered that the Tennessee empties into a greater river [RL Ohio River] and then into an even greater River [RL Mississippi]. From the Indians, the large river is called 'Mississippi.' I am convinced that this river is big enough to lead us to another sea. It flows southerly. Today, at the terminus of the Tennessee, I claimed all the land drained by that river for Kaufmanstad. I have called it 'New Kaufmanstad.' I hope to repeat this ceremony at the mouth of the Mississippi.

OOC: Just to let you know Kihameria, Reister has no idea that we've conducted negotiations.

From the Journal of Henry Therry
October --th, 1662
Morale, so far in the journeey, is high. Mister Harrison, our map maker, is helping me emprove my spelling and general oratation skills.
We have come now across the river that we hear spans the entire western length of New Poznon(RL Delaware River). We have decided to mark this as the end of our settlements.
We will cross the water tomorrow. Does not seem to be too deep or wide here.

To: Governor Alexander du Frier
Executive and Chief Magistrate of New Poznon
Representative of the Grand Duke of Poznon in America

I thank you for your hand in peace. I am interested in the apples and am willing to trade 1 frigate for 10 bushels and whatever fir/yew/oak you have in the North. (preferably 20 logs) I have dispatched the Yanisoga and the Sia'amanilo for this assignment.

Governor Quillerin Ghalazi
Viceroy of Qinqarn
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Governor Frederick von Brunswick

I can spare 2 frigates, 1 galleon, and a supply ship we have recently bought off from the Southerton Dockyard. By way of arms we need those fancy musketshot barrels and cannons (the ones that can dispatch an enemy 2 leagues away). The 2 frigates can be dispatched the --th of this week and will arrive in 3 days. The galleon can be dispatched in 2 days but will need an additional ship (supply) for ferrying the crew back to our land. The cargo will arrive in 4 days, due to the cargo run it is depositing in Kihemia.

Gov. QUillerin Ghalazi
Viceroy of Qinquarn

Governor & Commander Quillerin Ghalazi

The merchant ships Jameson and Mary will be arriving at your settlements within three days loaded with some 500 muskets, 3 bronze cannon, and powder.
The crews of these vessels contain extra crew men to sail the naval vessels you are giving us in return. I hope this is enough for your purposes.

Your Most Humble Servant,
Governor Frederick von Brunswick.

"Yeah, the country is very nice in these parts, i must say, i came from Kihameria, East Island, some years ago, but i owned a nice ranch on the northern tip of that island, beauty, the sun reflecting off the water, the sand bright, bliss i say... Anyways, we had better get the horses secure ,we dont want them running off."

*The settlers, after some time of rest, continued on. They soon came to the corner of Pensilvania, it was a short time to travel, and they thought nothing of it, but they quickened their pace regardless. They quickly made ti throug the territory, and some foward scouts reported a suitable place to build a city (RL Steubenville) was near, so they made thier way towards that.*

*the leadter of the gavleston expedition was able to make a small raft and ferry himself across the river, he then remembered his horse, and somehow ferryed himself and the horse across the mighty river(Missisipi) and continued on.*

To: Governor Frederick von Brunswick

I did not expect your ship to arrive so soon. The ships have been transferred to the Southerton Docks for pickup. They will be hoisting the red flag for easy identification.

I thank you for the arms. They will bode well for the haggerdly push we are doing in the west. When the campaign is over, I offer your farmers the right to establish hearths within that territory due to the lack of numbers that we have. There is a road system but lacks in certain areas. I estimate the campaign to last until the end of the fortnight.

Governor Quillerin Ghalazi,
Viceroy of the Qinqarn Provence & Colony
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Captain Molinisk looked over the for'c'stle. Ahead of him were the Kihemians, rumored to be like the Kaufstaders only lacking in the populace and wealth. They seemed simple; no portcastles to ward off the pirates or gates.

He turned towards Timost.

"You sure you rose the flag?"

Timost nodded, an equally confused look on his face.

"I gave 'em the note mesself Cap'n. They should be here-"

Captain Molinisk turned towards the rearstern.

"Sign the Lender to stay 'round-"

Timost nodded and motioned the flagman to strike up the colors.

To Governor Quillerin Ghalazi
Viceroy of Qinqarn;

We shall have ready the 10 bushels of apples and 22 logs of fir ready for your ships. We also await your frigate. (May I inquire how many guns it can hold?)

I look foward to doing business again with you and your nation.

Governor Alexander du Frier

(ooc:i assume that means youre ships have arrived Kay Son ? if not, just tell me and i will edit this accordingly. And for future referance, New Krieam (capital, RL Baltimore) had a big fort and gates and such, i wanst thinking for a moment, but i wasnt thinking you went to Glory port, sorry.)
*As the Kay Son ships arrived, the harbors of Glory Port were near empty of larger ships, but many smaller ones. One of the small shcooner liek vessels quickly raised a flag of truce and a few men piled on, along wiht the crew it already had, and then they sailed to meet the Kay Son ships. One of these men took to the bow of the ship.*
"Aye, ahoy there, Might i assume ye be the Kaye Sun'ers we have been told to welcome ?"*the man asked, in strong Russian/Scottish accent.*

To Governor Alexander du Frier

The frigate can hold 3 cannons on each side and a giant crossbow at the bow. The wheel can easily be set up with a cannon although one would need a small 'house' for it. The ship, I hear, has already passed the Nortbay Sound. *

Governor Quillerin Ghalazi
Viceroy of Qinqarn

*the area near the mouth of Chesapeake Bay
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Captain Molinisk simply stared at the man. He was the most uncouth sailor he had ever seen, and he had been been to the Quarter when he was young. Had the man dressed in darker clothes, Molinisk would have thought him to be a corsair.

"That I am. Are you the representative from Kihmeya?"

"Aye...er... no, not... quite. I belive you wrote to Von, he probably used his full name in wirting, but we find it difficult and long to say . In any manner, he has instructed us to give you some large ammount of supplies. But we be from Kihameria, if'n that be what ya mean. Why dont you come dock 'ere, it will be most troublesome to load a ship up at sea."*said the man as he motioned for them to sail to the docks.*

* After a short time, the ex-leader of the galveston expedition turned north east, based upon the sun rising and setting.*

*The settlers quickly made it to the camp site and set up thier wagons, they took them apart and quickly made a Church, a storehouse(*), and a small tower for lookout and defenseive purposes. They sent men in groups to a nearby river to gather water and fish. Some long boards were found and the cloth coverings from the wagons were sewn togather to make a canopy, and a sort of open-air building was made, a fire was made under this, and teh fish cooked. It was a very camp like setting, the Kihamerians are normally friendly people, and it so happend that many of the settlers knew each other, and were related some how(**), so whatever fish were brought in were scaled, put on sticks and put over the fire to cook, people would come by and take a fish to eat, and then get back to whatever work they were doing.*

(*)=A building that can varry in size, normally medium to large, bunks or shelves were put along the walls, for either storage or sleeping places, but it could be used ot store supplies, as a makeshift barracks, or a large house.
(**)=Kihameria is a very clan-like country, normally people from different regions are related, so the families, often large, stick togather and share thier gains.

The Jameson and the Mary carefully made their way carefully toward the inlets of Northern Kin-Karn. The Kaufmanstaders were friendly, unfortunately, the October Skies over Kin-Karn were not. A storm quickly blew up and the two ships were forced to make a run for the safety of the sound on the other side of the inlet. The Mary succesfully made its way into the sound, but the Jameson was not so fortunate. She became lodged on a sand bar and the rough waters of the Atlantic quickly broke the ship up. The Jameson's cargo of 250 muskets and one cannon were all lost, along with most of her crew, the survivors of which soon washed up on the beach or were picked up by the Mary. Following this disaster, the Mary quickly made its way to Kin-Karn.

Captain Molinisk took a look at the harbor.

"Very well. Let me flag the other ship to notify your plans-"

Timost reached for the yellow and blue flag.

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Commodore Bejinkins was agape when the Mary came in limping from the storm. He quickly motioned his ships to move in to help it. They would need all the help that they could get.

Excerpt from the Journals of Captain Joseph Reister
October --, 1662.
We continue to make our way down the River Mississippi. At the mouth of this great river I will take measurements in the Latitude and Longitude so as to properly mark the opening here. Also of note, I spotted this day a man, not a savage Indian, traveling upon horseback. I am not sure if he saw us. I called to him, I do not know if he heard us.

*The man aboard the schooner waved his hands and slowly the ship turned around back to the harbor, when they got there he, along with a few other men, jumped off and went to alert the dock workers.*

Captain Molinisk looked towards the dirty man. "So- tell me again- what rank do you possess in the Kihmean Navy?"

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Commodore Bejinkins held up the shouter cone.

"Captain of the Mary! I'm here to help! We are sending a ship to tow you in-"

Captain Johannson of the Mary was relieved. Much of the rigging of the ship had been damaged, and the rudder had been damaged as well. "Thank you! Thank you very much!" Johannson looked to the sky. He worried about another storm.
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Finally, Captain Reister had achieved their goal, the mouth of the Mississippi. Reister was sure thay had not reached the Pacific, but he took this time to claim the territory.
Reister approached the river bank, "In the name of his excellency the President of Kaufmanstad, and the mighty Congress, I hearby claim all land drained by the River Mississippi. In so doing, I will call it New Kaufmanstad."

Following this brief ceremony, Reister and his men began construction of a modest Block House where most of the men, including Reister would remain until settlers or other reinforcements could arrive. They named the block house "Brunswick Post" in honor of Governor von Brunswick.

Commodore Bejinkins motioned the Aleksxander to help out with the Mary. Some ropes from the Aleksxander were launched on the deck of the Mary with their flagman motioning to tie them onto the mast. He motioned his flagman for the Ssiop to glide near the Mary to bond it 'long side the aft side.

"Me ?"*the man laughed.*" I work as a... dock manager. I work alongside other people to laod and unload ships, but i tell ye, back in the day i was a gunners mate.."*he said, and shrugged.*"So, you wait here, ill be back in a moment"*he said to the Kaye Sunner man, moments later he returned with a small group of workers.*"These men'll be helpin' with the loading. Most of it'sn barrels, so where do you want it ?"*he asked.*

*The ex leader of the Galveston expedition rode along, he was tired and going slowly, he didnt know how mcuh ground he covered, but it was alot, he looked around, and then fell to the ground of exhaustion, his horse then layed down, taking a much needed rest. The man reached for his logbook, he found it and put it on his chest, as he was laying down. he reached for his ink vial, but it had fallen out somewhere along the way, he had fallen on his feather pen and crushed it. He put his arms down by his side and raised them.*"Mud..."*he said, he then got a thought. he took the tip of the featehr pen and dipped it in the mud, it was a rich looking mud, and it may work, he began to write in his logbook.*
Unknown,
if anyone finds this, tell the wife im sorry for not making it back. my crew, bad weather, mutiny. i crossed the land, my horse served me well. havent eaten in many days. i drank from what streams i could find. this is last entry. my hope is gone. no hope. i have nothing, but slight faith, and my horse. yes, if anyone finds this, and horse is alive, name it faith.*the now dis heartened man wrote, he rolled over and got on his knees. he said a small prayer, and then got his horse up, he put the diary in the horses saddle bag, and then got on, and began to slowly trot away. His expedition didnt share his fate, it was actually doing well. It was named New port glory, the ships out in sea didnt know what had happend, they sent supplies as they were told, but as food ran low, they set sail, away, leaving New port glory alone.*

*The settlers were doing well, they had established two cities, both were flourishing. Word was sent back to New Krieam to 'Bring women, children, gold and powder' to the new frontier.*

(ooc:Kay son, mind picking up the ex-leader of the galvesotn expedition ? it might seem like a great distance, but im sure youre patrols abound.)

OCC: Sorry Kaufmanstad for the late information. Much of the posts that Qinqarn has made along the Gulf Coast is mainly for trade and exploration rather than conquest.

Captain's Log
-- the 1-th

Today whilst sailing through the Dreaian Coast we came upon a port that did seem to have been settled in the past. Although this is virtually the same of all Dreaian villages on the Stormline, the structure here is similar to the Kmaians. I did send some sentry posts around the abandoned fort and they did stumble upon a man half dead with thirst. What little information that they got of him were of half-babbelings and some words in Kmian that I did not catch. He is currently within the hold, being tended by the ship's healer.

As for the abandoned fort, I have taken it upon myself to carve a message in rock, and placed it within the remains of the fort. Upon the message reads;

Let the High Father watch over
these poor souls whom have
drowned in the misery of fate;

Thus sayeth Captain Ghali Ghalip
Commander of the Dreaian Expidition
Quartered in Redpole Port, Muddy Water
Citizen of the Qinquarn Colony

Dreaian Coast= The Gulf Coast
Stormline= The Gulf
Redpole Port= 10 leagues west of where New Orleans is & 20 leagues SW of where the Kaufstadman expidition is
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Captain Molinisk pointed to the hold. He looked around in the ship. Most of the crew had not gotten off board and seemed wary of the Kihemeanis. To them, he surmised, the Kihemians were less of what the Kaufstaders were.

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Letter addressed to the Governor & Viceroy of Qinquarn

Greetings;

Redpole Port is continuing in it's mission of exploration within Stormline. We have so far mapped much of the East Dreaian Coast and have come into contact with numerous Chewies. Although our weapons making have not made progress, our firepower has. Many of the Chewies have migrated here to trade their precious goods for firepower, and a makeshift gun prototype has been developed for their use. These prototypes, unlike the three shot bow, is mostly dependent on a trigger, and the body of it has been designed on a sleeker frame.

Further details on our colony can be seen in the attached log. It is my hope that my collegue in Swampfort has meet with the success that I have seen.

Also; we have been privy to numerous rumors that a Kaufstader expidition has been sighted along the Muddy Waters. I am not too sure on how to approach their movement as well as their mistaken belief that the river is theirs. I do know that this expidition was claimed in the hopes of trade but this allowing of alien claims does pose a risk to our goals. Could you please enclose current treaties or dealings we have on this matter.

Admiral B.P. Rsalio
3rd Fleet
Qinquarn

OOC: Can we assume, Kihameria, we've arrived at New Krieam?

(ooc: k, it would probably be better... and quicker.)
*The rancher finnaly arrived with the Poznonians at New Krieam.*
"Good day, perhaps we will meet again someday."*the rancher said, and then rode off. Then, another man walked up to them.*
"Can i interest you in some top quality goods-i..."*another man came up.*
"He is a mongerer, now i have some rings here.."*said the man, then a well dressed individual with two guards came up to the Poznonians, the traders scurried off.*
"I have heard you want to speak to our govenor, yes ?"*he asked.*

*the man awoke, he was in a strange place, a wooden place, it was rocking slowly from side to side. he poked up his head.*"A boat"*he said, and then he went back to laying down.*[that was the person i assume you picekd up, Kay Son]

"Yes, sir." responded Geissel. "I come from New Poznon, and have been entrusted by Governor Alexander du Freir to conduct diplomacy and trade with your nation."

"Yes, yes. Dismount and come with me, youre horses will be taken care of."
*he then escorted them to a building on the waters edge, he opened the door and poked his head in, he then opened the door widely and escorted them inside. The govenor, Victor Germogen Jr, quickl abandoned a table, on the table was a knife and fresh fish. The govenor wore fishermans clothes, they were damp, they had some fish scales, but no blood on them. he walked over to the Poznon diplomats.*
"Greetings, welcome to New Krieam, i am Victor, the acting govenor. What might i help you with ?"*he asked.*

Excerpt from the Journals of Captain Joseph Reister.
October --, 1662.

We are fortunate to have established Brunswick Post so near the Gulf of Mexico. While we wait for settlers or reinforcements, we can count on those of Kin-Karn to help us in times of dire need.

I have made the decision to send three of our party, George Barton, Jacob von Meinhultz, and Peter van den Ende back to Presidentsland. The rest of us will remain at Brunswick Post [RL New Orleans]

"Ah. I am Michael Geissel from New Poznon. We felt it would be beneficial to open up further relations with your nation. Trade is always is an excellent way to do so.
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From the Jounral of Henry Therry
October --th 1662
Morale high. Currently learning predicate phrases.

We have made excellent progress in mapping and exploring Pennsylvania. The area seems well-suited to settlement.

As the area is not very dangerous(We have found several old campsites) we decided to send back Captain Sherry to New Poznon so as to tell them our findings, and they may send settlers out here.

"Yes, of course, trade is always excellent. We are looking to establish good relations with our neighboors. I belive we have lived in peace for some... fifty years ? So, what goods do we have that you want ?"*he asked, extending his hand.*

"Yes, half a century of peace.

"Unfortunetly, it escapes me what commodities your settlements produces. We, however, are in possesion of fir lumber, apples, cranberries and blueberries. New Poznon is home to many horses, as well, which we brought from the homeland years ago. Several ranches produce the highest pedigree. We also have the capacity to grow many tomatoes, but people believe they are quite lethal, as I imagine is the belief here as well. I must profess, I once tried several of the apples as a teenager on a wager, and found them quite delicious. Buit I digress."

"It seems you grow more fruits and vegtables than are commonly available here. We Kihamerians, most of us, keep it simple, plant what grows and such. We have some wheat, but mainly apples, along with some deal of cherries. We raise horses, we have very...very.. many horses, a great deal of our population lives out in ranches, where they raise horses. And swine... pigs, aswell as some beef.. i mean, cows. We, obviously, catch many fish aswell. I belive we have plenty of lumber, so nothing special there. We have salt, but i am not sure of its steady supply. Iron and coal.. well, we use most of what we mine, but we still may have some iron bars laying around. Anthing of what we have interest you ?"

Journal of Captain Srettier
Leader of Expidtionary Team 2
Redpole Port

Today it was decided by the Admiral to make contact with the Kaufstaaders. I have made it upon myself to greet them in person, although I am not too sure on how they will take my arrival in the Muddy Waters before them...

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Captain Srettier's dugout moved away from the brambles that covered the Muddy Waters. Before him lay a fort of some size with several men staffing the walls. Some of them caught a glance of up and called for reinforcements. Captain Srettier motioned his bo'sun to hoist the colors of the Colony to mark his good intentions.

Captain Reister and his ten men were inside the Block House when the Kin-Karners "knocked." Reister threw a musket over his shoulder to greet them.
"Hello, gentlemen. I am Captain Reister of Kaufmanstad, I have traveled overland a great distance to come here and I hope that you do not oppose our fort here."

Captain Srettier

"Not at all...praytell, did you know that we were here?"

*The Kihamerian rider from the town in Ohio quickly was able to get to Fort West, then he rode on to New Krieam, there he told the master purser of the city to send more supplies, and then he rode back off. It was quick, but meaningfull. The master purser ordered any free wagons and horses to be loaded with supplies and sent with ample ammounts of guards. The supplies were mainly food and wood, but also ropes and black powder. Women and children also accompanyed the carvan, to meet with husbands and fathers that went on ahead.*

Geissel thought for a moment. "Perhaps, we could give you...three bushels of cranberries and four of blueberries in exchange for...How many iron bars would that get us?" he asked.

To the leaders of Kihemia;

I have received word that a soilder of your cloth was found within the Stormy Gulf. Would you like to have him back?

Governor Quillerin Ghalazi
Viceroy of Qinqarn

"Ehrm... seven bushels of fruit..."*he said, thinking to himself*
"Perhaps fourteen iron bars ?"*he said.*

To respective leaders of the Kay Sun,
We are puzzeled by this soldier you found of ours. We would very much like him back, and we deeply thank you for his care. Might we send a small shcooner down south to pick him up ? And we will of course send along some two hundred gold kiha(*) for his care.

(*) Kihamerian currency, about an inch square in size.

"Fourteen? Excellent.

"Have you anything you would like to discuss? Boundaries? A treaty?"

"Yes, actually. We and the Kaufmanstaders recently laid out boundries westward, and the topic of Pennsilvanya did come up. We have sent an expedition westward, and i belive they are doing well, but it seems troublesome to move through west Virginia, since a route through Pennsilvanya would take less time. So, i am curious, does Poznon have any plans to move there, and if so, may we build a road to our colonies ot the west ?"

Captain Reister replied, "We were unaware that anyone had yet inhabited this area of America. Thus far, we have been calling the Mississippi river Valley 'New Kaufmanstad.' What do you know of the geography?"

Meanwhile, James Addington and William van den Elder had made their way as far north as the Ohio River, where they intended to follow eastward to the Tennessee, and thusly back to Presidentsland.

Captain Srettier

"We call it the Muddy Waters. We've only concentrated on the coastal areas as well as the rivers along the coasts. From what we know- it's nothing but swamp about 30 leagues in all directions with the swamp lessening as you go west and east. There are several tribes in the local but are really hesitant in contact."

Reister put his hands on h is waist, "Well, I have work to do to keep this place up. Thank you for coming by, I hope we may all be able to live together peaceably."

Eddington and Van den Elder have now reached the Tennessee River.

Geissel thought. "As a matter of fact, we have sent out an expedition to Pennsylvania." He had no idea of the current status of the explorers, but Geissel felt he couldn't show any weakness in front of the Kihamerian. "I believe they are making substansial progress."
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RATIFIED, on this --th of October 166 A.D., by the Advice of the Royal Poznon Army Captain Bronislaw Sherry, The Congress of New Poznon shall organize a company of 100 able-bodied citizens to establish a settlement in Pennsylvania, and they shall depart as soon as possible, so as to be properly settled for the winter weather.
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From the Journal of Henry Therry
--th of October, 1662

We have reached the river we had seen previously.[RL Harrisburg, RL Susquehana] We are still in good health and spirits, and have made excellent maps of the area.

As such, we have decided to venture back towards home. But we shall take a different route, which I am sure still leads back to New Poznon, and, will still be able to chart new land.

"Indeed, so Poznon does have plans. Since we have established a city, actually two, between For West and our lands westward, i will make you a proposition. We will let you have undisputed claims over Pensilvania, if you allow us a road, and possibly one small town on the south western tip of the area, i will attempt tp make it clear that there are to be no hostile actions or aggression shown towards youre peoples rule of the land. Does this suit you ?"*he asked*

Geissel thought it over for a minute. "Yes, that sounds fair."

"Good. Now that that is taken care of, what else do you wish to discuss ?"*said the govenor*