Both myself and Vellos have a deep and never-ending love for a board game called Diplomacy.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diplomacy_%28game%29 (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diplomacy_%28game%29)
http://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/483/diplomacy (http://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/483/diplomacy)
It is a strategy board game that is completely unique. The game hinges upon, you guessed it, Diplomacy. All moves are simultaneous, there are no dice or cards and thus no element of randomness in the combat mechanics and interpersonal skills and negotiating is a key part of the game. The rules and mechanics of the game are simple to understand and it has been equated with Chess in it's simplicity, but difficulty to master.
Now that I think about it, this game is probably very much suited to the likes of Battlemaster players, as we all know we all like to talk and plot a lot and that is pretty much what this game is all about. However, the one downfall of the game (though not really a downfall at all, for it makes the game so perfect) is that you need 7 players to play the real deal full game. Vellos and I are lucky to be able to pull together 7 players to play this amazing game a couple times a year. However, this requirement has lead to it being fairly popular online and through postal or e-mail play.
Vellos and I play on this site:
http://webdiplomacy.net (http://webdiplomacy.net)
If anyone is interested, I can set up a private match for BM players and we can see if we can get a game going. It's really a ton of fun and can be very addicting (I built a 36" across custom board for the game this summer 8) ) so I thought maybe some of you would like to check it out.
I'm definitely up for this, playing a private match online or whatever.
Plus, I know playing against the two of you will be quite intriguing indeed.
I'd love to, but I should not put so much time into gaming right now...
Quote from: Tom on November 08, 2011, 12:33:12 AM
I'd love to, but I should not put so much time into gaming right now...
Poo on responsibilities!
I've always been intrigued by this game, but I've never played it. Do you know anyplace I can get the board game? Do they still make this game, or do I have to buy it second hand?
It is a fun game. But it tends to get stale if you play a lot against the same people. The key is to keep adding new players to the mix.
Quote from: Adriddae on November 08, 2011, 01:55:39 AM
I've always been intrigued by this game, but I've never played it. Do you know anyplace I can get the board game? Do they still make this game, or do I have to buy it second hand?
A lot of board game specialty shops carry it and if not can certainly order in to the store for you if you ask. I see the most recent version around with decent frequency; I've even seen it at a board game kiosk in the mall.
I would suspect your could probably find the latest version for a pretty decent price on Amazon or eBay. Though the older versions get pricey because they're seen as collector's items.
I find online versions to be more enjoyable, personally, as the game can take quite a while to finish.
Quote from: Chénier on November 08, 2011, 03:23:55 AM
I find online versions to be more enjoyable, personally, as the game can take quite a while to finish.
This is very true. 8-12 hour stints are not impossible for face-to-face games of Diplomacy! :o
Thanks for the information. I've searched around for Diplomacy, but most stores only offer Risk or Monopoly. I asked around and several people never heard of the game. Its probably around, but I just have to look harder! Might simply buy online.
Anyway, I signed up for the WebDiplomacy. If we get enough players, I'm up for a game.
Quote from: Adriddae on November 08, 2011, 04:14:54 AM
Anyway, I signed up for the WebDiplomacy. If we get enough players, I'm up for a game.
Excellent.
We'll start a list to see if we can get 7.
- Perth
- Vellos (Not Confirmed, but I'm sure he'll want in)
- Silverfire
- Adriddae
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We need three more, anyone else up for it?
http://gamesbyemail.com (http://gamesbyemail.com)
You can play here too.
Hellz yes I'm in.
And I will screw you over once again Chase. Or should I say Czar Dmitry.
I am in, very very in. One of my favorite games, though seeing some of the names here, I'm a bit intimidated!
I just hope I'm not Austria or Germany.
I ALWAYS draw Austria or Germany. Always. It makes me sad.
I'm in for a game. I bet Van Kaya would be in for that as well.
Quote from: Vellos on November 08, 2011, 10:54:25 PM
And I will screw you over once again Chase. Or should I say Czar Dmitry.
Dude! I'm not Czar Dmitry!
So, we have:
- Perth
- Vellos
- Silverfire
- Adriddae
- BardicNerd
- Creedo
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One more!? Who wants in?
Yes, we need one more person!
Quote from: Perth on November 09, 2011, 02:09:05 AM
Dude! I'm not Czar Dmitry!
Are you !@#$ing serious?
Who the hell are you?
Are you... no it can't be... are you England?
Quote from: Vellos on November 09, 2011, 04:05:36 PM
Are you !@#$ing serious?
Who the hell are you?
Are you... no it can't be... are you England?
I am !@#$ing serious!
And no, not England either!
You're Austria then.
Clever bastard.
Who is Russia then?
Quote from: Vellos on November 09, 2011, 06:43:28 PM
You're Austria then.
Clever bastard.
Who is Russia then?
Me padre, I believe.
Join me, and together we shall dominate Europe as father and son! Perth... I am your father...
No! That's impossible!
Been a looong time since I've played Diplo, but I'd be up for a game.
So are set then? Perth want to set it up? Or....
Awesome.
- Perth
- Vellos
- Silverfire
- Adriddae
- BardicNerd
- Creedo
- Huntsmaster
I set up the game.
Game Name: Battlemaster Game
Password: tom
Join up! Gonna be good!
Joined. Okay, so can someone explain to me how exactly the game works on this particular site?
Hmm, is there an easy way of searching for games? ???
Edit: I found it and joined!
Quote from: Dante Silverfire on November 10, 2011, 01:32:39 AM
Joined. Okay, so can someone explain to me how exactly the game works on this particular site?
Basically, you have a tab for each person where you can talk (chat) to them individually and there is also a global tab where your message is sent to everyone. You can talk as much as you want, whenever you want.
You enter your moves below the map. Move, Hold, Support Move, Support Hold and Convoy. They are drop down boxes so it's pretty intuitive. Although, you can still make errors in moves, so don't think it protects you from making mistakes, always double check your orders (for instance make sure you're supports TO and FROM are always want you want and if you do any convoys you'll want to ensure both units orders match up).
When you've finished your orders you can click "Ready" (producing a green check mark) which will lock them in. Once everyone has selected "Ready" the turn will roll regardless of whether the full day and a half has run or not. If you click "Save" (producing the gray check mark) instead, you're moves will be saved, however it will not allow the turn to roll until the full time has run out for the turn. Essentially, you use save if you want to make sure you don't end up missing the turn, but you may be waiting on someone to respond to something, or you think you may change your mind, etc.
Other than that, that's about it! ... I think.
Awesome thanks, so the game is played anonymously right? We won't know who is what country correct?
Also, Did you plan it for the game to begin when the BM "day" changes (ie. not turns but day) or was that pure coincidence?
Quote from: Dante Silverfire on November 10, 2011, 05:46:51 AM
Awesome thanks, so the game is played anonymously right? We won't know who is what country correct?
For this game, yes. You actually have option the check anonymous or not when you set up the game. I like anonymous when playing with people you know, because it provides a little more depth to the game I think. However, it is
diplomacy and anything goes in negotiating so nothing is stopping you from telling someone else who you are (are you could lie even). It is also usually easy if you're used to playing someone (especially since we all play something like BM together) to figure out who they are purely by how they write/communicate. For instance, it usually isn't hard for me and Vellos to figure out who each other is. But, knowing, this you can alter how you write/communicate with people to try to fool them, etc. Or not, maybe you want them to know, maybe you want to try to get them thinking your someone else. It's all up to, it's the beauty of the game.
Quote from: Dante Silverfire on November 10, 2011, 05:46:51 AM
Also, Did you plan it for the game to begin when the BM "day" changes (ie. not turns but day) or was that pure coincidence?
No, I didn't lol. I just gave a 24 hour joining period.
I can't seem to find the game. URL please?
http://webdiplomacy.net/board.php?gameID=71935
Great, I'm in! We just need one more.
Only 13 hours left, too.
Whoever is left, join up!
Hmm, looks like it might be one down. WebDiplomacy starts games if there are 5+, right? Should we play it with one less, or pause it and wait?
Looks like its been canceled. >:(
Very sad.
Anybody know why?
Not enough players?
Indeed, the 7th player never joined so the game canceled. Very sad indeed.
We can give it another go if we get everyone on board again.
I'm still up for it.
I'm in.
I'm in.
That's four...
Who else?
I'll still play.
I as well.
Just one more...
Cmon BM, can't we get one more player interested?
Really would be great to get a game going!
Fine, I'll join...
Here's hoping we get it going. Everyone join up!
http://webdiplomacy.net/board.php?gameID=72585
Password: tomtom
Five signed up!
Two more!
Huzzah, make that six!
I've never played before, will I be able to learn?
Quote from: Slapsticks on November 19, 2011, 12:00:49 AM
I've never played before, will I be able to learn?
Neither have I, but I believe so
The game is begun!
Quote from: Slapsticks on November 19, 2011, 12:00:49 AM
I've never played before, will I be able to learn?
Slapsticks, this should contain everything you need to know!
http://webdiplomacy.net/intro.php
This will be interesting...Let the negotiating begin...
Also: the game will go faster if you click "ready" on your orders after you saved them. DOn't do it if you're still debating your orders or diplomacy, of course; but, if we're all done with orders, click "ready," and the turn will change as soon as the last person clicks it.
This is already turning out to be an interesting game...
Very interesting indeed...
And if people would click "ready" it would get interesting even faster...
Quote from: Vellos on November 20, 2011, 08:29:54 PM
And if people would click "ready" it would get interesting even faster...
There is no reason to not let people discuss their moves when this is in fact diplomacy. It's not Risk or War Islands after all. Yes, if everyone is done planning then they should of course click ready, but if not there is no reason to rush. Beginning moves can be very important for certain nations.
*cough* Germany *cough*
Quote from: Gustav Kuriga on November 20, 2011, 10:21:13 PM
*cough* Germany *cough*
Am I the only one that thinks this message makes no sense at all?
I'm also unsure what it means.
We're suffering from a variety of ills. The common cold being the latest.
Looks like we've lost a couple . . . just as things start getting interesting.
That's thanksgiving for americans, and how dare you take advantage of my absence! At least no one decided to take my core regions while I was gone.
Also, I am not in this game to win. I have my own objectives that are separate from the objective of holding however many supply centers.
Looks like we've lost Austria . . . a quite interesting game, though.
This is strange. I am unable to do anything with my units. No one attack me while I try to sort this out.
Do you mean this phase? If you're not Turkey or Austria, that's because this is a retreats phase, and they're the only ones who have to retreat. If this is some other problem, ask for a pause in-game, and contact a mod.
Quote from: Gustav Kuriga on November 30, 2011, 10:11:56 PM
This is strange. I am unable to do anything with my units. No one attack me while I try to sort this out.
Really? What do you mean?
Quote from: Perth on November 30, 2011, 11:51:29 PM
Really? What do you mean?
He's Germany and so he's not participating in this phase.
Ah, ok. Wasn't aware of that.
Oh, yeah. Because it was retreat phase and you had no retreats to make.
I do hope I will get to play in a game with some of you that does not have so many missed turns and CDs.
Quote from: BardicNerd on December 01, 2011, 11:53:52 PM
I do hope I will get to play in a game with some of you that does not have so many missed turns and CDs.
CD's?
Civil Disorder.
Ahh, yes that is most unfortunate.
We can set-up a new game anytime anyone wants.
Germany? Are you able to play?
And then there were 5....
Or, realistically, 4, because Germany is largely inactive.
And it appears the only hostility is... England vs. Russia? France gets support from Italy and England and does not contest their borders. Russia and Italy seem content to work together as well.
Organized early collusion.... meh. No fun.
Quote from: Vellos on December 03, 2011, 08:12:22 AM
Or, realistically, 4, because Germany is largely inactive.
And it appears the only hostility is... England vs. Russia? France gets support from Italy and England and does not contest their borders. Russia and Italy seem content to work together as well.
Organized early collusion.... meh. No fun.
Perhaps its just because this is my first game of diplomacy, but isn't working with other nations required in order to even have a remote chance of winning?
Yes, but it's rare that you have so clean an interlocking system of alliances. France, Italy, England all working together, Russia and Italy working together. Combined with largely inactive Austria and Germany and peacenik Turkey, it's a very awkward game.
Quote from: Vellos on December 03, 2011, 05:40:15 PM
Yes, but it's rare that you have so clean an interlocking system of alliances. France, Italy, England all working together, Russia and Italy working together. Combined with largely inactive Austria and Germany and peacenik Turkey, it's a very awkward game.
Yeah, it's been a very strange.
Haha, well I guess I'll just have to wait and see more games of diplomacy before I can judge what a normal game is like then.
Russia + Italy is not uncommon. I think France/England/Italy is more a product of a slumbering Germany than anything.
Quote from: Huntsmaster on December 03, 2011, 06:48:31 PM
Russia + Italy is not uncommon. I think France/England/Italy is more a product of a slumbering Germany than anything.
Russia Italy is uncommon IMHO. Not unheard of, but not common. And it's only possible because of a very nice France.
What is odd is for Russia-Italy to be a very firm alliance while Turkey doesn't ally with Austria apparently. Balkans because a cluster!@#$ real fast.
Quote from: Huntsmaster on December 03, 2011, 06:48:31 PM
I think France/England/Italy is more a product of a slumbering Germany than anything.
This seems like a fairly accurate assessment in my opinion. I'm sure this game would have gone drastically different if Germany had been actively pursuing at least a goal of some kind.
I had been, but things got complicated in real life. I had to move out all my computer stuff to a new place, so all I had was my phone for a while, and it's hard to keep up with all the stuff I do with just a phone. Also, could we have turns last longer next time? As it is, I practically have to log in every day, and I can't do that.
Quote from: Gustav Kuriga on December 03, 2011, 11:53:10 PM
I had been, but things got complicated in real life. I had to move out all my computer stuff to a new place, so all I had was my phone for a while, and it's hard to keep up with all the stuff I do with just a phone. Also, could we have turns last longer next time? As it is, I practically have to log in every day, and I can't do that.
Don't sweat it, We're just stating that the game may have been different if you had had more time.
Yes, I would have been a moderate size power in the middle of the continent, controlling all the Germanic-populated lands. Which was my goal, to control the Germanic heritage lands. Then set you all against each other. ^_^
Quote from: Vellos on December 03, 2011, 08:37:53 PM
Russia Italy is uncommon IMHO. Not unheard of, but not common. And it's only possible because of a very nice France.
What is odd is for Russia-Italy to be a very firm alliance while Turkey doesn't ally with Austria apparently. Balkans because a cluster!@#$ real fast.
Russia-Italy is pretty common, they very often work together to take down Austria. It's conceivable but not as common for them to work together against Turkey. The situation we've seeing in the game isn't terribly common, though, mostly because of the inactivity.
You can look at previous games I've played to see how games generally go: http://webdiplomacy.net/profile.php?userID=10339
We can get a game going with a little longer turns if you all want.
That would be nice. I can't keep up with the turns as it currently is. 2 day turns would be nice.
I assumed we were doing 2-day turns already? Never really checked...
Quote from: Vellos on December 05, 2011, 09:38:31 PM
I assumed we were doing 2-day turns already? Never really checked...
They're 1 day, 12 hours.
I'm dying!!!
Quote from: Dante Silverfire on December 21, 2011, 10:20:46 AM
And then there were 4...
And France does not look long for the world.
Quote from: BardicNerd on December 22, 2011, 06:54:31 AM
And France does not look long for the world.
Naw, they get to live.
Perth, which country were you? I can't tell by the names.
I would find it hard to believe anyone didn't know what realm I played, seeing as I openly spoke of it in this thread.
I was Russia.
Great game Silverfire, you played superbly.
Thanks, and ya I was fairly certain either you or vellos were Turkey/Russia but I didn't know who was which.
Twas a good game though. I've definitely learned a lot about from it.
Are we gonna do another?
I'm always game for another, if we can get 5 more confirmations I'll set one up!
Well I know this is kinda a dead thread it seems but any of you want to play again? I just saw the thread and thought it looked good.
I'm always up for a game!
If we can 5 others to voice that they're up for it I'll set up a game!
Quote from: Perth on February 28, 2012, 03:07:25 AM
I'm always up for a game!
If we can 5 others to voice that they're up for it I'll set up a game!
You can always count me in.
4 more?
depends on how long the turns are.
I'd be up for a game, but would need longer turns than before.
How long of turns do you want ??
As long as that annoying Italy doesn't win again, the turns can be as long or as short as y'all want.
Man, that player gets on my nerves.
8)
So who was Italy last time?
Quote from: BardicNerd on February 28, 2012, 03:47:45 AM
I'd be up for a game, but would need longer turns than before.
I agree with him. I'd say at least 2 day turns would be best.
I'm fine doing 2 or 3 day turns as well.
The great thing about it is even with 2 or 3 day turns, turns sometimes move faster when everyone is available, as once everyone "finalize" their orders the turn will go.
Quote from: Perth on February 28, 2012, 08:18:07 AM
I'm fine doing 2 or 3 day turns as well.
The great thing about it is even with 2 or 3 day turns, turns sometimes move faster when everyone is available, as once everyone "finalize" their orders the turn will go.
Let's go with 3 day turns. More fun if we know everyone can play to the fullest. And won't allow mistakes to ruin the game as easily.
3 days it will be!
Still need some more people to say they're playing, though!
Anyone? Vellos?
Vellos doesnt have time. I already asked. Who were the people that played last time?
Sounds good to me.
Can someone post a set of rules/how to play? I never have played and would like to read the rules and know how to play before we start.
I will play again.
So we need 3 more people or 2?
Quote from: Penchant on February 28, 2012, 11:00:09 PM
Can someone post a set of rules/how to play? I never have played and would like to read the rules and know how to play before we start.
Go to the link provided earlier in the thread to the website we use. It has a nice little set of rules and "how to play" for you to follow. Its not a ton but it is a good start. Mainly, its kind of like battlemaster, if you've ever been a ruler. Except more personal control of the military aspect.
Thanks
Well, I shouldn't give away all my secrets, but this will give you a decent intro to strategy and how to play: http://en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Diplomacy
There are more in-depth and better guides, but I'll make you work to find them. It's not terribly hard, and I can't just give away where to find the secrets . . . of course, simply knowing the strategy won't make you a great player, but it will certainly help.
Quote from: BardicNerd on February 29, 2012, 03:19:16 AM
Well, I shouldn't give away all my secrets, but this will give you a decent intro to strategy and how to play: http://en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Diplomacy
There are more in-depth and better guides, but I'll make you work to find them. It's not terribly hard, and I can't just give away where to find the secrets . . . of course, simply knowing the strategy won't make you a great player, but it will certainly help.
Best strategy: Have Perth defend your northern border. Apparently it works for both Coria and Italy.
Lol nice. Have all of you been rulers before or currently are?
I have read some of that wiki but I don't think I will read much more until we start playing so I can read things specific to my country. (I read the rules, the strategies 1-3 and 7. Saw the alliances page and got scared away by the huge amount of info the page.)
P.S.How long do you think the game will last with 3 day turns?
Quote from: Penchant on February 29, 2012, 05:28:15 AM
Lol nice. Have all of you been rulers before or currently are?
I have read some of that wiki but I don't think I will read much more until we start playing so I can read things specific to my country. (I read the rules, the strategies 1-3 and 7. Saw the alliances page and got scared away by the huge amount of info the page.)
P.S.How long do you think the game will last with 3 day turns?
I doubt we've all been rulers. Perth and I have been (he still is) and our characters interacted, and still do.
The game can last anywhere from a month-3 months with 3 day turns, I'd expect. However, if everyone is active, the turns could go much faster than that, and we could see a fast game as well.
Quote from: Penchant on February 28, 2012, 11:00:09 PM
Can someone post a set of rules/how to play? I never have played and would like to read the rules and know how to play before we start.
Quote from: BardicNerd on February 29, 2012, 03:19:16 AM
Well, I shouldn't give away all my secrets, but this will give you a decent intro to strategy and how to play: http://en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Diplomacy
There are more in-depth and better guides, but I'll make you work to find them. It's not terribly hard, and I can't just give away where to find the secrets . . . of course, simply knowing the strategy won't make you a great player, but it will certainly help.
The actual rules to the game are not very complicated and actual fairly basic to learn and memorize.
It's HOW you play the game that takes a long time to perfect. ;)
Quote from: Dante Silverfire on February 29, 2012, 04:16:06 AM
Best strategy: Have Perth defend your northern border. Apparently it works for both Coria and Italy.
I literally laughed out loud when I read this. Gawd, why I am so easily manipulated by you.
Just so everyone knows, I do not play for the official objectives of the game. Not to "Win" per-say. I play for my own objectives, so expect weird diplomacy from my end.
Quote from: Perth on February 29, 2012, 07:37:38 AM
I literally laughed out loud when I read this. Gawd, why I am so easily manipulated by you.
To be fair, I wasn't manipulating you. But my chances of winning were getting slimmer and slimmer the longer our alliance lasted.
Quote from: Dante Silverfire on February 29, 2012, 08:12:25 AM
To be fair, I wasn't manipulating you. But my chances of winning were getting slimmer and slimmer the longer our alliance lasted.
See, there you go again, you worm. :P
Quote from: Perth on February 29, 2012, 08:46:01 AM
See, there you go again, you worm. :P
At least I didn't call you my "blond you sneak off to" or something like that?
But hey, it was meant to be funny what I said.
Quote from: Penchant on February 29, 2012, 05:28:15 AM
Lol nice. Have all of you been rulers before or currently are?
. . . I may be the ruler of both realms that I play in.
Quote from: Gustav Kuriga
Just so everyone knows, I do not play for the official objectives of the game. Not to "Win" per-say. I play for my own objectives, so expect weird diplomacy from my end.
Don't worry, I'll just make sure to kill you quickly, then.
Quote from: BardicNerd on February 29, 2012, 07:31:11 PM
Don't worry, I'll just make sure to kill you quickly, then.
So we're agreed?
How many more people to we need ?
Is there anyone else who wants to play Diplomacy?
Good to know I don't arrive too late.
Just fashionably late.
:-\
So we need one more person, right?
Yep.
So who am I missing that is playing so far?
Perth
Gustav Kuriga
JPierreD
Penchant (Me)
Dante Silverfire
BardicNerd
I only have 6 but I thought we needed 8 total so I must be missing someone.
Quote from: Penchant on March 15, 2012, 03:24:52 AM
So who am I missing that is playing so far?
Perth
Gustav Kuriga
JPierreD
Penchant (Me)
Dante Silverfire
BardicNerd
I only have 6 but I thought we needed 8 total so I must be missing someone.
We do have 6, we need only 7 total though.
I've got a 7th player. Someone I know from RL. Perth, if you set up the game for 3 days anonymous and put the link here, I'll send it to him and we'll have 7. We can separate the game and being friends, and won't know who is which in game.
Ok cool. Good luck everyone
Awesome!
Here we go:
http://webdiplomacy.net/board.php?gameID=83239 (http://webdiplomacy.net/board.php?gameID=83239)
Password: battlemaster
3 day turns. Anonymous.
So do i need to make an account with the website to join? Otherwise I don't see where to click to join.
Quote from: Penchant on March 15, 2012, 10:42:16 PM
So do i need to make an account with the website to join? Otherwise I don't see where to click to join.
Yep, you will need an account.
Ok joined. Who else has joined already?
I have.
Perth must have joined since he made the game so there are 2 more who have and havent posted yet.
Quote from: Penchant on March 15, 2012, 03:24:52 AM
JPierreD
BardicNerd
^These two haven't joined yet then.^
I joined up, currently feel like I jumped into a pool filled with sharks. ;)
Don't worry, I'm not out to win the game. Doesn't necessarily mean I'm not out to kill others.
Joined, and it's on! Good luck everyone.
Aw, looks like I don't get to play. Hopefully we can get another going at some point.
Open another and I'll join.
After I get the hang of this as in basics down and some clear goals identified other than the obvious 18 supply centers, so probably a few days, I would be willing to join another game.
Anyone with an account can start a game, not just me.
So whoever wants to start some up, feel free. I'll probably join.
Also, I play on this site too: http://www.vdiplomacy.com (http://www.vdiplomacy.com)
It's all diplomacy variants. Quite a few, too. They are more novel than anything, but can be a lot of fun.
So I feel kinda dumb asking this but if you take a region and no one attacks that region but you leave does it stay your region? Basically I am wondering if you have to wait until the next year before it is officially yours or is it yours as soon as your armies take it?
As soon as it turns your color, it is yours until some other country takes it.
Quote from: Penchant on March 17, 2012, 10:27:41 PM
So I feel kinda dumb asking this but if you take a region and no one attacks that region but you leave does it stay your region? Basically I am wondering if you have to wait until the next year before it is officially yours or is it yours as soon as your armies take it?
You have to wait until the end of the autumn turn before it is officially yours. So if you take it in the spring, you have to stay on the region if you want to keep it at the end of the fall.
Thanks thats what I was wondering.
After everything thats been going on with Allison in Sanguis Astroism lately I have learned that dustole would be great for this game. (I had heard she was crazy and everything but not seen her political side until just recently.)
Quote from: Penchant on March 28, 2012, 07:17:47 AM
After everything thats been going on with Allison in Sanguis Astroism lately I have learned that dustole would be great for this game. (I had heard she was crazy and everything but not seen her political side until just recently.)
Lol. Dustole gets one powerful character then thinks he rules the world. Bring it.
Hmm, who here is interested in another game after this one?
Quote from: Penchant on March 28, 2012, 07:59:58 AM
Hmm, who here is interested in another game after this one?
I always am.
Good, same here even though the next game would be my second game. Also I am pretty sure I know who you are in our current game even though we did Anonymous.
Quote from: Penchant on March 28, 2012, 08:27:02 AM
Good, same here even though the next game would be my second game. Also I am pretty sure I know who you are in our current game even though we did Anonymous.
I wouldn't be surprised. I know the identity of every single nation right now. :) Wasn't hard to figure out as I know each of your writing styles from the forum, BM, and previous games.
who am I?
Quote from: Gustav Kuriga on March 28, 2012, 06:28:10 PM
who am I?
Germany.
You're the only one out there enough to say the game isn't about winning :P
Wrong. I was Germany last time, silly goose.
Quote from: Perth on March 29, 2012, 02:49:43 AM
:-[
It's okay, we all know who you are so its all good.
8)
Nice game going on, if there is another one..I'd hate to miss it.
Who is up for another game?
I'm game, of course.
You were Russia, right?
Quote from: Penchant on April 21, 2012, 11:15:04 PM
You were Russia, right?
He's always Russia...
I'm up for another one as well. Would probably want a couple day's break though.
I would join a new game. I love this game and like Perth and Vellos can rarely get enough people to play a proper game.
Just wondering, have any of you played a world diplomacy match? Ex. http://webdiplomacy.net/board.php?gameID=65586#gamePanel
Quote from: Penchant on April 22, 2012, 06:07:04 AM
Just wondering, have any of you played a world diplomacy match? Ex. http://webdiplomacy.net/board.php?gameID=65586#gamePanel
I have tried that one once or twice.
For the really epic, look at this one: http://www.vdiplomacy.com/variants.php?variantID=52
The really begins one are prone to people not submitting orders, however. And are usually just to confusing for me to keep up with, so I do not prefer them.
I always thought those big maps are not worth the effort. Just is more confusing for minimal gain in strategy and fun. I'd prefer just a normal game.
So we have for another game so far are:
-Perth
-Silverfire
-Spectre17
-Myself
-Gustav
-Sargon_Tian
Any others who want to play?
Quote from: Penchant on April 25, 2012, 05:18:32 AM
So we have for another game so far are:
-Perth
-Silverfire
-Spectre17
-Myself
Any others who want to play?
Dibs on Turkey or Russia. (sorry Perth, you can choose another country this time.)
Will we not be doing anonymous next time? Or did I just get last pick in the game?
Quote from: Penchant on April 25, 2012, 05:47:37 AM
Will we not be doing anonymous next time? Or did I just get last pick in the game?
It was just a joke. Perth has gotten Russia both times, so was saying he isn't allowed to get it this time. It's all random.
I swear if I get Russia again.... >:(
Actually, you can set it to wear you can choose your country.
However, the traditional way is random. Plus it's more fair/fun.
One billing of the game has always been that the only random part of the game is what country you play, as opposed to other strategy games like risk where die rolls determine a lot of the game.
Quote from: Perth on April 25, 2012, 06:05:18 AM
I swear if I get Russia again.... >:(
Practice makes perfect? eh?
Although, if we go with that, may want to not be next to Silverfire if you're Russia this time. That guy seems to like killing you.
I'll play
Quote from: Gustav Kuriga on April 25, 2012, 07:25:56 AM
I'll play
Cool, and I updated the post with who is playing.
I'm interested. Not sure how much time I'll be able to dedicate to it, but I usually have some free time each day.
How long does a usual game last?
Quote from: Sargon_Tian on April 27, 2012, 12:22:14 AM
I'm interested. Not sure how much time I'll be able to dedicate to it, but I usually have some free time each day.
How long does a usual game last?
The last game was about a month and half. It takes so long because we have three days to do orders which sometimes is necassary but sometimes not so it is speeded up.
Well, that sounds a lot easier than the 7 years I've got in BM. :)
Yeah, I'll play. Maybe I'll actually get the registration email here sometime (it's been a few hours since I initially tried registering, just tried again now).
We currently need one more player, perhaps Silverfire's friend wants to play once more?
To bump this, Is there anyone else who wants to play?
I'll play this round. I'm not stupid busy like I was when the last round started.
I've set up a new game.
http://webdiplomacy.net/board.php?gameID=87891 (http://webdiplomacy.net/board.php?gameID=87891)
Game: Battlemaster Game 3
Password: silverfirehatespuppies
3 Day turns, 3 Days to join.
I joined the game with haste, only to see that it was already filled up with eager players who didn't get a chance last time.
So I left "^_^.
Best of luck to the lot.
Quote from: Anarki_Hunter on May 03, 2012, 12:04:02 PM
I joined the game with haste, only to see that it was already filled up with eager players who didn't get a chance last time.
So I left "^_^.
Best of luck to the lot.
So far there are 3 people who have joined, so you can still play.
Quote from: Perth on May 03, 2012, 09:46:38 AM
I've set up a new game.
http://webdiplomacy.net/board.php?gameID=87891 (http://webdiplomacy.net/board.php?gameID=87891)
Game: Battlemaster Game 3
Password: silverfirehatespuppies
3 Day turns, 3 Days to join.
I'm not sure I like this password. Do I need to teach Russia a lesson again?
Quote from: Dante Silverfire on May 03, 2012, 07:55:08 PM
I'm not sure I like this password. Do I need to teach Russia a lesson again?
What? I just see you as more of a cat person...
I joined
wtf... I can't join...
The game is full and it started...
Sorry, Kuriga, I guess some folks joined who didn't originally speak up.
Guys can you post on here that you would join a game so we know how many players we have beforehand? That way people wont think they are joining a game and then not be able to because people who haven't said they would join did anyway.
Sorry, joined without posting - or reading much about the thread.
If other people are interest, anyone can set up another game as well.
Played this once at uni with friends from my badminton club.
It was an amazing experience.
But since it lasted hours and hours, and since the amount of backstabbing of each other seemed likely to make enemies out of friends, we pretty much all agreed it was brilliant but we never wanted to play it again. And I never have done. Once was quite enough, though I am very glad I played it the once.
Who here missed out on the current game or is willing to join a second game while we play?
I am.
I'd love to join a game of Diplomacy; I suck at it but it's great fun. Going to keep my fingers crossed for Italy! :)
It has been ages since I have last played diplomacy. The best experience is to do it in person, but who has time for such things these days? The second best option is to do it online when you know the other players will stick with it to the end, no matter how badly they (or I) get beaten. If there is another game starting, I would love to join.
Anyone uses playdiplomacy before?
So I'm just going to guess that there are people who haven't posted but are interested in the game, seize the initiative and start one up on webdiplomacy.
Name: Battlemaster 4
Pass: dwilight
http://webdiplomacy.net/board.php?gameID=90174
3 days to join, 3 day turns; hopefully it fills up!. :)
Quote from: OFaolain on May 30, 2012, 03:43:32 AM
So I'm just going to guess that there are people who haven't posted but are interested in the game, seize the initiative and start one up on webdiplomacy.
Name: Battlemaster 4
Pass: dwilight
http://webdiplomacy.net/board.php?gameID=90174
3 days to join, 3 day turns; hopefully it fills up!. :)
I can't resist.
I too will join the new game.
I will also join
Seems like it filled so I started another one =)
http://webdiplomacy.net/board.php?gameID=90411
Name: BM 5
Pass is Hello World!
I'll join in, hoping for a different country in this one. :) EDIT: I have tried several permutations of the password and none are working (including Hello World!, HelloWorld!, Hello World, etc.)
With regards to game Battlemaster 4: Austria, you had better not NMR Spring 1901 as my favorite country.
Quote from: loren on June 01, 2012, 09:10:53 PM
Seems like it filled so I started another one =)
http://webdiplomacy.net/board.php?gameID=90411
Name: BM 5
Pass is Hello World!
could you please post the password again? It isn't working...
The Holy Roman Empire? Very interesting. ^_^
Weird.
Try this one
http://webdiplomacy.net/board.php?gameID=90502
pass Hello world!
that one worked.
You people and your anonymous webdiplomacy. No one's tried playdiplomacy? :P
Quote from: Foundation on June 03, 2012, 05:36:53 AM
You people and your anonymous webdiplomacy. No one's tried playdiplomacy? :P
The games on WedDip don't have to be anonymous. It's just an option. Actually I think the default setting is NOT anonymous.
I am aware of playdiplomacy and have visited the site before, however I have never played there.
I think we do the anonymous thing to avoid always going for the same allies.
I see... though I'm pretty sure after a few games I'll be able to tell you apart just by your letters. :P
Quote from: Foundation on June 03, 2012, 08:03:50 PM
I see... though I'm pretty sure after a few games I'll be able to tell you apart just by your letters. :P
Or if you play with them in BM, it doesn't take a single game.
Quote from: Dante Silverfire on June 03, 2012, 08:06:25 PM
Or if you play with them in BM, it doesn't take a single game.
Hmmm... anyone find out which nation I am yet?
Quote from: Gustav Kuriga on June 03, 2012, 08:21:54 PM
Hmmm... anyone find out which nation I am yet?
I gave up trying. It makes it less fun for me. If I know who I'm against, it gives me an advantage because I know your play styles too well.
I change my playstyle each game, so that's not an issue. For me, at least. The first game I was in I played as Germany, and was trying to expand Germany to all German speaking regions, then just keep that size for the rest of the game. If I hadn't been inactive occasionally it probably would have worked. The second game as the Turks I tried to get everyone to fight each other. (didn't work out, that strategy)
This game I have something big planned, but I'm not telling anyone what that is.
*cough* Roman empire *cough*
shush you.
Quote from: Gustav Kuriga on June 02, 2012, 05:12:56 PM
The Holy Roman Empire? Very interesting. ^_^
I kinda doubt that the roman empire is his doing since its been made public and he said he was keeping his plan secret.
Quote from: Dante Silverfire on June 03, 2012, 08:22:41 PM
I gave up trying. It makes it less fun for me. If I know who I'm against, it gives me an advantage because I know your play styles too well.
For instance, my play style seems to be "become Silverfire's bitch."
Quote from: Perth on June 03, 2012, 10:40:26 PM
For instance, my play style seems to be "become Silverfire's bitch."
It works so well too...
Reminds me of the other reason not to do non-anonymous: I may not win.
I would personally like to thank whoever started up the whole Holy Roman Empire thing. It adds atmosphere to a game that would otherwise just be a more complex version of risk.
I'm in this game somewhere. The first game I played I was Austria, but the turns were too fast so I was forced to abandon it.
Quote from: Gustav Kuriga on June 03, 2012, 11:38:18 PM
I would personally like to thank whoever started up the whole Holy Roman Empire thing. It adds atmosphere to a game that would otherwise just be a more complex version of risk.
Noooo.
Risk is just that: Risk. It's a game of chance using dice.
Diplomacy is fundamentally different:
nothing is random except for the country you play.
Quote from: Perth on June 04, 2012, 08:44:30 AM
Diplomacy is fundamentally different: nothing is random except for the country you play.
And sometimes you even get to pick that.
Ah, the intrigues of Diplomacy. Turning friends to enemies and enemies to death. :-/
We need 3 more people to join:
http://webdiplomacy.net/board.php?gameID=90502 (http://webdiplomacy.net/board.php?gameID=90502)
password is: Hello world!
Quote from: Penchant on June 04, 2012, 11:10:41 PM
We need 3 more people to join:
http://webdiplomacy.net/board.php?gameID=90502 (http://webdiplomacy.net/board.php?gameID=90502)
password is: Hello world!
I might if you don't find anyone, but I was hoping to sit out a game or two. The games take a lot, at least for me.
Quote from: Dante Silverfire on June 04, 2012, 11:12:54 PM
I might if you don't find anyone, but I was hoping to sit out a game or two. The games take a lot, at least for me.
Maybe if you quit trying so hard others could win ;).
Haha, yes. I don't join games unless I play to win. It's too much effort to play to win, so I don't join games. gg. :P
Funny, I never play to win. I play for my own objective.
That objective does not include winning and pwning? :P
I play to lose, but I never try my hardest to accomplish that goal.
Quote from: Adriddae on June 05, 2012, 05:20:59 AM
I play to lose, but I never try my hardest to accomplish that goal.
That goal has a funny way of accomplishing itself, though. :(
This game is turning out very well. I wonder what will happen. Hopefully the alliances will turn out relatively balanced.
Are there two games of diplomacy being played by bm players right now?
Yes.
Quote from: Gustav Kuriga on June 10, 2012, 11:39:39 PM
This game is turning out very well. I wonder what will happen. Hopefully the alliances will turn out relatively balanced.
It's only turning out well if you're playing Austria or Germany. All the other powers are in a lot of trouble right now, but it will be hilarious if Austria's supporting Turkey just causes them to lose later.
Only if Turkey can face the Holy Roman Empire.
Who was Turkey in BM 3? I feel sorry for him.
Quote from: Adriddae on June 11, 2012, 05:42:52 PM
Are there two games of diplomacy being played by bm players right now?
Did the third game get off the ground? I only ever joined BM 3 and BM 4, but I thought a BM 5 had been created at some point.
Quote from: Dante Silverfire on June 11, 2012, 11:20:25 PM
Did the third game get off the ground? I only ever joined BM 3 and BM 4, but I thought a BM 5 had been created at some point.
There wasn't enough people .
I was Turkey the second game and was ganked early on. I therefore am glad that Turkey is doing well.
If you start another game, count me in! I have been playing on the internet lately. It's a pretty fun game.
I played loads of Diplomacy in the 90's. Got third place in the Swedish Championships one year. Played Turkey on the final table which never tend to win against experienced players nor get eliminated. Apart from my third place I recieved a diploma for the most successful Italy during the tournament and for the best executed backstab.
As I recieved three diplomas and the winner only one I to this day maintain that I was the true champion of diplomeacy...
Congrats Silverfire
I'm confused.
Thank you. Good game everyone.
oh, other game
So now that one game has finished, are there any who want to start a new one? I am fine with a break for a while, just looking for those who want to play another game.
I'd play another one, as long as I don't get the same country I'm playing now. :P
I would too
I would too, as long as I get the country that wins.
I'm up for it.
Ok so we have:
OFaolain
Specter17
Foundation
Uzamaki
Me
So we need 2 more players. Perth, want to join so I can be lazy and have you make the game?
Quote from: Penchant on June 29, 2012, 09:09:27 PM
Ok so we have:
OFaolain
Specter17
Foundation
Uzamaki
Me
So we need 2 more players. Perth, want to join so I can be lazy and have you make the game?
Hey Perth, you should join! I won't be playing, so you could be sure the game wouldn't end with me betraying you. (Honestly, no clue you were Austria this past game. Really funny though when I found out)
I want in!
I'll play, of course.
Quote from: Dante Silverfire on June 30, 2012, 12:08:57 AM
Hey Perth, you should join! I won't be playing, so you could be sure the game wouldn't end with me betraying you. (Honestly, no clue you were Austria this past game. Really funny though when I found out)
Yeah, real funny man! HAHAHAHAHA! ::)
Quote from: Perth on July 02, 2012, 02:40:37 AM
Yeah, real funny man! HAHAHAHAHA! ::)
Which nation are you in BM 4? Just so I can prepare ahead of time.
Well we have all the players we need now that BarticaBoat and Perth said they will play. Next matter, Perth would you be so kind as to make the game or would you prefer me to make it? Also Perth, if you are making it I think it best to PM the link and password so all of those who signed up may join. (So there isn't people joining without posting and some of those who posted don't get to play.)
Battlemaster Game 5 set up.
Password PMed.
Quote from: Dante Silverfire on July 02, 2012, 03:21:02 AM
Which nation are you in BM 4? Just so I can prepare ahead of time.
Sometimes I don't know whether you love me or hate me.
Quote from: Perth on July 02, 2012, 07:42:13 AM
Sometimes I don't know whether you love me or hate me.
Only love. haha
Wow, anyone notice the nice comeback by Austria?
I noticed.
Huh? Which game are you talking about? :)
I believe he's talking about Game 4.
Which has turned into quite a mess! :)
Quote from: Perth on July 05, 2012, 11:32:16 PM
I believe he's talking about Game 4.
Which has turned into quite a mess! :)
I blame Perth. He stopped listening to Silverfire. Screwed up the whole game. (Or did it?)
;)
Quote from: Dante Silverfire on July 05, 2012, 11:47:56 PM
I blame Perth. He stopped listening to Silverfire. Screwed up the whole game. (Or did it?)
;)
You always blame me.
Diplomacy, Atamaran Politics, etc.
Blaming Perth is fun. :)
Quote from: Perth on July 05, 2012, 11:50:59 PM
You always blame me.
Diplomacy, Atamaran Politics, etc.
To be fair, Atamaran politics is your fault.
I take no blame for constantly being on CE's side when they are stagnating the continent with their massive alliances and powerblocs which I wholly benefit from due to them keeping my realm alive while I'm weak.
Quote from: Foundation on July 06, 2012, 12:08:51 AM
Blaming Perth is fun. :)
Hey, at least I didn't break Battlemaster for
everyone.
My heart can't take diplomatic treaties and threw them on the ground.
I'm liking Battlemaster 4. No one is a clear winner yet, and there's so much back stabbing going on, you can't really trust anyone.
Wow, I'm liking what's going on between Russia, Turkey, and Austria.
battlemaster 5 is looking crazy so far...
Cwazu.
Restart BM 5 game? :D
Send pm plz, thanks! 8)
Quote from: Foundation on July 16, 2012, 08:46:01 PM
Restart BM 5 game? :D
Send pm plz, thanks! 8)
^Yeah, what he said.
PM Sent!
The was a dearth of Perth.
Dammit, Italy! You don't get to stab and then disappear! >.<
Quote from: OFaolain on July 27, 2012, 04:32:52 AM
Dammit, Italy! You don't get to stab and then disappear! >.<
Makes a good infilitrator but a terrible diplomacy player.
Anyone wanna play a live game with us? We're missing 1 person. :)
http://webdiplomacy.net/board.php?gameID=95859
Someone got there before me. Good luck Foundation, and feel free to post more games when you need someone to join.
Thanks, JPierred is destroying me. :D
Is JPierred Greece, and you are Rome. Or is he egypt and you are Carthage? I am hoping the former but atleast you lasted longer than Persia if its the latter.
I am Rome and he is Greece. I made at least 1 technical error and 3 strategical mistakes. None of my gambits worked, haha.
Persia and Carthage are new players, so they're still learning. :)
Quote from: Foundation on July 27, 2012, 06:51:22 AM
I am Rome and he is Greece. I made at least 1 technical error and 3 strategical mistakes. None of my gambits worked, haha.
Persia and Carthage are new players, so they're still learning. :)
Its cool that you got Zakilevo to join webdip. Is drage anyone from BM?
Yep! :D
Since BM 5 has had NMRs in two instances, that game must be cursed. So, who wants to play in game Battlemaster 6?
And no, I'm not Perth. :P
Niuuuuuuu. I'm up for watching BM 6. Diplomacy is too stressful. Go ftw. :P
Where is Russia in BM 4?
Quote from: OFaolain on August 05, 2012, 09:27:03 PM
Since BM 5 has had NMRs in two instances, that game must be cursed. So, who wants to play in game Battlemaster 6?
And no, I'm not Perth. :P
I'll play.
Quote from: Gustav Kuriga on August 27, 2012, 10:25:33 PM
Where is Russia in BM 4?
I don't know, though anyone here not in the game already can join.
Just to bump this, could someone take Russia's spot in BM 4? Russia has 10 supply centers so you are not getting a country in crappy condition.
Can I get an account sitter? I am only in one game and if you want to be on minimally it will be like 30 seconds since I am not doing so well in that game. I am no longer in BM 4 so you don't have to worry about me being in one of your games. I will be gone from Saturday through sometime on Monday, but you only need to long once after the sunrise of Sunday as right now is build phase and I have no builds , and its a two day phase. PM me if interested.
Anyone one want to start up another game?