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Post by Adrian on Mar 4, 2008 7:41:43 GMT -5
(Lol sorry, forgot ) Adrian watched them as they spoke in their own language, however he did not care what they thought about him. He only wished help and wanted to give them something in return, when the arrow was shot close to his ear he still did not move. He just smiled evilly back, cause fearless like all other Greek warriors he was. However a small frustration had started growing, they really did not seem to want what he offered. As each of the leaders answered him with cruel words, he in return replied." My people would know what happened if I got killed or did not return, those in my land that loyal stands to me know where I went and what my intentions are. Like you I have my own meetings, however I do not do this just for greed. I am doing this to save my people, many of them dislike king Alcander and his way of ruling. Wanting a new kind of rule, with a new king on top."He said but added a small lie, as he in fact where greedy. "As you don't like my offers, then let me ask, what really do you want?"He turned looking at the Germanian king, trying understand his true reasons by wanting a map of Greece and attacking the northern borders."More land I believe, land for your name to be immortalized. Well as I said, I will do anything as long you give the help I want. If you believe I do not have the same intentions as you, then why do you attack Thrace? Why sending out scouts, spies, map makers, keeping secret meetings in the wild. Oh I would be careful if I were you, you neither don't know our cultures well enough. With your wishes about Macedonia becoming a independent kingdom you will have to fight the Spartans, who not easily are tricked or killed. Remember 300 of them can take a handful of your armies, so can Athens. If I become king with your help, then I will fight Sparta to make Macedonia free. Perhaps the Germanians may give the aid you seek, but you cant reach them before crossing Athenian land. Although in return to you Germanians, I would fight along side you toward any enemy you desire to attack." Adrian continued, with all of that spoken. He waited one`s again for their respond, thought on guard he and his guards of twenty soldiers watched the people around.
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Post by Olympia on Mar 5, 2008 22:02:27 GMT -5
Olympia eyed Eadfearth as he said that he or his people didn't like traitors. She was the same way, not wanting to relive the events of being overthrown when her father died and having to kill the man to get her power back. "Save your people?" Olympia said as she crossed her arms. "The last time I was in Athens, there was nothing to be saved. Athens is at a golden age, as far as I am concerned, and you want to end that so that you can became the new ruler? That is selfish and wrong. You are no better then a Roman!" Olympia said, the last comment kind of slipping out. She eyed Eadfearth for a moment, meaning no offense to him.
Olympia listened as Adrian tried to bride them, but this time with land. She could also tell that he was sort of threatening them as well. She looked at Eadfearth again, before she spoke. "We do not wish to attack Sparta. I want me country to only become free. I have no intentions of attacking Sparta, therefor I am sure that Germania will also not be foolish enough to go that far south. They are smarter then you may think." Olympia said, as her own hand moved to her sword, resting on the hilt. "You will take Athens out of the golden age that it is in, destroy everything they have worked so hard to build, just for your ambitions? I will not let you do that." Olympia said as her guards began to close around them, making sure they had no where to go. She eyed Eadfearth again, waiting to hear what he had to say.
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Post by Eadfearth on Mar 5, 2008 23:10:17 GMT -5
Eadfearth ran his hand through his hair, he no longer showed frustration. " Do I truly wish glory? The King of Thrace is nearly inexistent. The people of Thrace live nearly have no King. I am doing the people a favor and I have long thought this over." He replied. Besides, if he truly wanted land why did he promise Olympia some of Thrace. This thought he kept to himself. Eadfearth now grinned, he took a witty tone. "Why I send scouts... to scout... My map maker is here to make me maps. It helps me understand the lives of these people, and this is by no means a secret meeting. Secret Meetings are planned. Spies though... I see no spies."
He stopped to think and contemplate a bit more. "But of course I have done my research. I believe these three hundred Spartans were aided by another thousand Athenians. Not to mention they fought Persians. Most who I believe were slaves.... But I did fail to mention you fought in an extremely narrow valley... where the Spartans simply held up their shields, stuck out their spears and let the Persians run into them. So yes, they can take my armies if I was as foolish as a Persian. But as my dear friend here said, I am wise enough not to invade Sparta. If so... I would not pass through any narrow valleys." Eadfearth made no reply to the Roman comment. His allies apparently did not think much to, as Eadfearth had requested to meet them yet they had not even made a simple reply.
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Post by Adrian on Mar 6, 2008 10:38:50 GMT -5
"And what makes you think that our land and seas are not protected, that we wont stop your map makers who are walking into our land without being allowed. If you do not wish any deal with me, then there will be none."Adrian answered as he walked back to his men, but kept an eye on what happened around. He could see the men who surrounded them started to approach, although he were not afraid. Some distance away, the rest of his rebel army stood waiting on him to return. If the Macedonians were so stupid to attack, then it would be them self who got slaughtered. With deep look he watched the leaders in front of him, curious in what they decided to do. He knew it would probably be to dangerous for them to now let him go, but it as well would be dangerous to keep him."Let us go home and I promise I wont tell anything of this, I promise on Styx."He continued, but did not mount his horse before they answered. Often when a Greek person promised something on the river Styx then they would have to keep it, if not then cursed they would get by gods. The twenty men he had along stood both on horse and in tight formation on ground, ready to block any arrow or attack if they were to get surprised.
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Post by Olympia on Mar 6, 2008 20:13:19 GMT -5
Olympia listened to Eadfearth as he talked about the three hundred Spartans. She was surprised at how much he knew, but she would have to ask him about that later. She watched Adrian as he began to walk towards his soldiers. She smirked as he promised on the River Styx. She wondered if Eadfearth knew about it, but she wasn't sure. "Well, I wouldn't moved if I were you. If you try to get away, my men will kill you and we will not give you the two gold coins when you die, so you can cross the river. You will wander the shores of Styx for one hundred years, probably a suitable punishment." Olympia said, watching Adrian. She glanced behind Eadfearth and she noticed that the mapmaker was missing. Her eyes went to Eadfearth for a moment before going back to Adrian. "I suggest that you come with us. The only thing you will be for a few years is the walls of your new cell. But, I am afraid that when it comes to Macedonia, traitors aren't treated the best. Eventually, you will be executed." Olympia said, watching him. "But, if I give you to my friend here, there is no telling what he may do." Olympia said, her eyes going to Eadfearth.
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Post by Eadfearth on Mar 6, 2008 22:00:48 GMT -5
Eadfearth reached to grab Adrian's shoulder as he moved to way. It was a strong grasp, but not to tight as he did not hold onto him to forcefully. "Not to fast." He said quickly, the King did not want to use to much strength. At that same moment, Kafka had returned. He had been gone for a good while, and until nobody seemed to notice. Of course he returned with company, armed company. He was completely clueless on the topic of The Styx river. It sounded rather odd, but every culture had their differences. Some more than others. Eadfearth looked at Olympia and turned to Adrian. "Not even a few years. Just till the whole situation with Sparta is over. You cannot blame us." Eadfearth took in a deep breath. "Personally I wish you no harm, and while I am here I can assure you no harm will come to you. I believe you would do the same in this situation." Kafka approached, the number of men he brought with him was beginning to be clear. There was about fifteen. " I am sure while you are in the care of Queen Olympia you can find an offer that will benefit us all." He began to speak more kindly, he did not want there to be fighting.
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Post by Adrian on Mar 7, 2008 9:39:10 GMT -5
As the Macedonians and Germanians would not let the Athenian men go home, it quickly angered Adrian. The words they spoke in return was deeply an insult directly towards him, with a serious look of hate he watched them. Thought as Eadfearth touched his shoulder and tried to make the situation better, it did not work."Remove your hand off me, do you simply think I would allow myself to be taken captive. Then think again."He spoke loudly, almost spitting as glared at the Germanian king. Slightly he turned to look at his men, telling them what to do with a gentle nod. As soon it was done, one of the men picked up a horn he had carried and blowed so a deep sound for help could be heard. Soon the rebel army who Adrian owned would appear, as behind the hills of sand they had waited on their lord to return.
With great strength, Adrian pulled away the hand who laid on his shoulder and drawed his sword against the neck of Eadfearth. Deeply he looked into his eyes, but carefully moved away as the blade were pointed in his direction. Soon as Adrian came to his horse, he mounted it together with the guards who had brought their animal along. Instead of trying to escape from the easiest way, they decided to rather charge threw the Macedonian and Germanian ruler. As all swords and spears were drawn, as well the shields was ready to protect them, they charged on. Those on horse rode forward, those on foot went attacked those behind. Adrian and ten others had horses, as the five others were on foot. With them attacking instead of being prisoned, the small army Adrian had was seen in the distance behind them. 100 000 well trained men stood ready to help their lord with the weapons they carried, these were just ordinary people, picked out from many different cultures and work. However as all the people in Greece were suitable to fight, these as well were good enough like normal warriors. All of the small army who appeared from behind the hill was all on foot, carrying spear, shield, sword, knife, helmet and more for their protection while their strength and mind were a part of their defense.
"Move!" Adrian shouted out as he quickly kicked and slashed towards the closest enemy he saw, fast he took a last glance on the enemy leaders as he and his men passed with great speed. They would not head north, but around those who earlier had tried to surround them. The warriors who were left on foot, fought their way back threw the lines of enemies. Tight they stood, with one shield blocking the another as in turn they opened and stabbed, opened and stabbed. The 100 000 men who waited on top of the hill in the background, watched as their leader tried to fight himself threw those who had surrounded them.
(Is it alright I kill Kafka?)
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Post by Olympia on Mar 7, 2008 17:45:14 GMT -5
Olympia watched as Eadfearth tried to reason with Adrian, but the negotiations have obviously ended. She could tell things were turning bad and when she heard the sound of one of the Athenian soldiers blowing a horn, she pulled out her sword. When Adrian put his sword to Eadfearth's neck, she glared at him. "How dare you!" Olympia said as she took a step towards him, but she was relieved when he pulled his sword away from his neck. She watched as all of his other soldiers pull out their weapons. Olympia looked at Eadfearth. "We cannot let him get away." Olympia said in Celtic as she moved back to where her soldiers were, disappearing in the shadows.
She grabbed her bow that one of her guards was holding and she notched an arrow. "Fire." Olympia said as her men opened fire on the Athenian Rebels. Once again, her guards reloaded and fired again at them. "Eadfearth, attack Adrian. I will handle these ones!" Olympia yelled in Celtic as her guards, once again fired their arrows at the Rebels. Olympia and her guards continued to fire their arrows, trying to bring the 5 Rebels down. Olympia noticed Adrian on his horse, attacking the Germanians. She pointed an arrow in that direction and let it loose, hitting Adrian's horse. Olympia could see in the distance a lot of soldiers, which she knew were not hers. "You sending that many men into Macedonia is a declaration of war between the Spartan Alliance and the Athenians, traitor." Olympia yelled to Adrian as she fired an arrow, this time aiming for his back.
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Post by Eadfearth on Mar 7, 2008 22:01:55 GMT -5
(Na I need Kafka I usually have a purpose for all my npcs ) "Ah and they say the Greek are wise." Quickly Eadfearth pulled out his sword, as Adrian did. The King did not feel threatened at the least, he simply smirked as the Athenian turned away. This was not a wise choice. Quickly as the horses charged in the direction of Olympia and him he leaped out of the wall. The horses past by him, as well as the infantry. Apparently they forgot the fact they were surrounded, or else they would of formed a protective circle. The sound of steel was the only sign, The King's soldiers needed. All of the men Eadfearth had brought were on horse back, they simply charged into the rear side of the unmounted Athenians. Though it was only two, the other eighteen were attempting to kill Adrian. Adrenaline took over the Germanian. His pupils dilated as his heart beat quickened. Some men went into rages during a fight. Others could remain calm. In some ways Eadfearth did neither. At the moment all words, seemed to pass through one ear and then the other. Time seem to freeze, as Eadfearth charged into the rear of the five unmounted rebels, along side of his calvary despite being under fire from his own allies. His sword hacked deeply into the back of one, as he faced forward. He suffered some minor slashes but quickly looked for his next target. Simply forgetting about the four other footed rebels, he allowed two of his soldiers and the archers to rid of them. Eadfearth brought his foot down, on the edge of the inside of his fallen enemies shield. It flipped mid-air twice as he rushed forward. For a mere second he made eye contact with is target. His stare was not his own, his glare did not appear to be one of a human or animal. The Greeks could say it was a barbaric trait, Eadfearth's so called barbarians did not fight like him. Kafka watched as the small fight begun. The Athenian's were charging recklessly at them. In total there was 23, the 18 that had been here previously and the 15 he had just brought. Ten of the men he had brought were on foot the other five were on horse. Eleven Athenians fought against Eighteen Germanians, that number was almost about to cover. " Men, Disperse formation attack." They knew what to do, despite the disperse formation being used to defend against a charge they were using it to charge. But it would not matter, it was something Eadfearth had invented. The 10 infantry units, spread out, enough to aid the already engaged 18 calvary units. They attacked from all sides, the foot units had spears long enough to attack the calvary without being hit. If the calvary were to charge right into them, they most likely would have to sacrifice themselves and their horses to kill them. A supermen was a horseman worse nightmare. It was basically their only counter. Kafka looked at his five horsemen, the engaged units manage to open what could be used as an escape route for Adrian and his men. This was as planned, Kafka with his men charged through the small gap, if they had taken the moment to attempt to fled, they would be met by five horses with a head full of steam. If not, they would still be attacked by those same horses. Either way the fake escape route would be blocked.
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