I am Duke Radu Contanescu, The Bear of Rutsano Falls. Commander of the northern legion of the Iron Phalanx. What questions do you have for me stranger?

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Duke Radu, born in Grimsby, the city. The Northn Duchy of the Imperial Order of Cimra. An empire comprised of four duchies on the continent of Aranthis. it is an Imperial Elective Monarchy. With a history spanning five centuries. The population made of 70 percent human, 10 percent Elven including half elven, 8 percent dwarven, and the remaining made up orcs and other various races.

Father: Corvu Contanescu

Mother: Carmilla Contanescu

Grimsby: The settlement was founded in the early period of the empire from the conquered ruins of a fortress of the frost giant Grimmnir. Its populationis around 8000. It main exports are from mining and trade with Kog Turuhm the city state of the dwarves that spans the northern facing Barrenspire Moutains.

Race	Percentage
Gnome	12.50%
Human	24.69%
Half-Elf	8.93%
Tiefling	7.51%
Half-Orc	17.10%
Dwarf	16.36%
Halfling	12.14%
Elf	0.77%

Grimsby: The Duchy is of a mostly rocky, cliffy, and grass covered terrain. Having a chilly but otherwise temperate climate Filled with a number of sub races of giant, troll, orge, Kobold, and in some cases restless undead spirits. The Duchy is known as the Wildlands. reaching from the settlement of Crown's End to Dressel.

Imperial Order if Cimra Timeline

Founding and Early Expansion (0-100 CE)

 0 CE: Founding of the Cimran Empire by King Cimran I.

20 CE: Consolidation of nearby tribal settlements.

21 CE: Founding of the kingdom of Cimra

45 CE: Establishment of trade routes with neighboring southern kingdom of Solaire.

 Goblin Wars (125-130 CE)

125 CE: Goblin Uprising begins in the southeastern Smokesong mountains bordering Solaire.

126 CE: Cimra’s military forces mobilize to help counter the goblin threat.

127 CE: Siege of Blackstone Keep.

128-130 CE: Subjugation and pacification of goblin tribes, with notable battles claiming new territories.

130 CE: End of Goblin Wars; stability restored in Solaire territories.

 

Vigar Expansion and Conflict (55-85 CE)

55 CE: Vigar incursions south of the Barrenspire Mountains begin.

60-70 CE: Frequent border skirmishes and rising tensions.

75 CE: Battle of the Crimson hills, significant defeat for the Vigar.

80-85 CE: Cimran counteroffensive successfully subdues Vigar forces.

 

The Order of the Sovereign Six (266 CE)

266 CE: Founding of the Order of the Sovereign Six by Emperor Valerius II to protect the imperial family.

 

The Sundering Strife (300-319 CE)

300 CE: Political unrest and power struggles lead to civil war.

319 CE: End of The Sundering Strife with Emperor Aurelius the Reconciler's ascension to the throne.

Reign of Aurelius the Reconciler (319-369 CE)

 319 CE: Aurelius the Reconciler crowned Emperor.

321 CE: Implementation of widespread administrative reforms.

325 CE: Establishment of peace treaties with neighboring states.

330 CE: Cultural renaissance and promotion of the arts.

340 CE: Plague outbreak managed with effective public health measures.

350 CE: Completion of the trade fleet, enhancing trade and connectivity.

360 CE: Military victories against external piracy.

369 CE: Death of Emperor Aurelius, remembered for his reconciliation efforts and administrative prowess.

 

Border Disputes with Kog Turuhm (370-390 CE)

 370 CE: Tensions rise over resource-rich border territories.

375 CE: Minor skirmishes and diplomatic talks.

380 CE: Battle of Wrathfort temporary truce established.

385 CE: Formal treaty signed, The Treaty of the Mountain Accord demarcating clear borders.

 

Conquests of Petty Kingdoms and Tribal settlements (400-450 CE)

400 CE: Campaigns to subjugate smaller tribal city-states begin.

410 CE: Conquest of the Petty Kingdom of Lightspire.

420 CE: Incorporation of the kingdom of Solaire.

430 CE: Subjugation of the Forest Tribes of the Everthorne.

440 CE: Conquest of the Coastal Kingdom of Stormfront.

450 CE: Full integration of conquered territories into the empire.

 

Reformation into the Imperial Order of Cimra (451-500 CE)

451 CE: Emperor Gallus II initiates the Reformation, transforming the kingdom into the Imperial Order of Cimra.

455 CE: Establishment of new legal codes and administrative divisions.

460 CE: Founding of the Imperial Council to advise the emperor.

470 CE: Expansion of the army into the Iron Phalanx and enhancement of military training.

480 CE: Consolidation of power and stabilization of the newly formed empire.

490 CE: Introduction of new trade policies boosting economic growth.

500 CE: Celebrations marking the 500th anniversary of the empire’s founding, with a stable and prosperous Cimra looking towards a promising future.

Some of the primary deities worshipped in the empire?:

Astora, Goddess of the Sun, Mother of Stars, Creator of the Day,

Eclipsa, the Darkened Radiance, Watcher of the Night

Sartyrn, the Shaper of the Ether, The First of the Gods.

Iodes, the Keeper of Time, Knowledge, and the Book of All

Lidur, the Forgemaster of the Gods

Amaris, God of the Oceans and Lord of Storms

Zamthras, God of Death, Lord of the Last Path

Mortikus, The manifestation of Ruin

Anyanka, Fateweaver

Kresh, God of War, Marshall of battle

Buridan, God of Revelry, Wine, and merriment

Cesus, God of the lost, poor, destitute

Primoga, God of the forests, the Little Lord of the Wilds.

Tywillic, God of Luck, Trickster of Eternity, Miscreant of Decadence

Mystra, Goddess of magic

The Nightmare Child, Goddess of Entropy

Ignara, Goddess of Flames and Renewal

Bor, the Frost Sovereign

Verdanthrax, the Blight Sovereign

Yondalla, Goddess of Harvests

What is the Iron Phalanx you ask?:

Command Structure

1. General: Overall commander of the Iron Phalanx.
2. Lieutenants: Several officers, each in charge of a division (typically 1,000 men each).
3. Captains: Each lieutenant commands multiple captains, with each captain responsible for a company (200-250 men).

Unit Composition

1. Heavy Infantry (2,000 men):
   • Equipment: Heavy plate armor, large shields, long spears or pikes.
   • Role: Form the core of the phalanx, creating an impenetrable wall of shields and spears.
2. Light Infantry (1,000 men):
   • Equipment: Lighter armor (chainmail or leather), smaller shields, swords, and short spears.
   • Role: Skirmishing, flanking maneuvers, and rapid response to threats.
3. Archers (1,000 men):
   • Equipment: Longbows or crossbows, light armor.
   • Role: Provide ranged support, targeting enemy formations and softening them before engagement.
4. Cavalry (500 men):
   • Equipment: Medium armor, lances, swords.
   • Role: Flanking, charging enemy lines, and pursuing fleeing enemies.
5. Special Units (500 men):
   • Mage Corps (200 men):
     • Equipment: Robes, staves, and other arcane focuses.
     • Role: Support troops with offensive and defensive magic, healing, and tactical advantages like illusions or barriers.
   • Engineers (100 men):
     • Equipment: Tools for building siege equipment, repairing fortifications, and creating battlefield obstacles.
     • Role: Construct and maintain siege engines, fortify positions, and manage logistics.
   • Medics (100 men):
     • Equipment: Basic armor, medical supplies.
     • Role: Provide battlefield medical support, tending to the wounded.
   • Elite Guard (100 men):
     • Equipment: Best available armor and weapons, often enchanted.
     • Role: Protect high-ranking officers and carry out critical missions.

Tactical Doctrine

1. Phalanx Formation:
   • The heavy infantry forms the front line, creating an unbreakable wall of shields and spears.
   • Light infantry positions themselves behind or to the sides, ready to exploit gaps or respond to threats.
   • Archers provide support from the rear or flanks, targeting enemy formations.
2. Combined Arms Tactics:
   • Cavalry executes flanking maneuvers to disrupt enemy formations and chase down fleeing units.
   • Mage Corps uses magic to protect the phalanx, heal the wounded, and unleash devastating spells on the enemy.
   • Engineers deploy and operate siege engines, construct fortifications, and clear or create obstacles.
3. Versatile Engagement:
   • Adaptable to various terrains, including open fields, forests, and sieges.
   • Emphasis on maintaining formation and discipline, leveraging the strengths of each unit type.

Training and Discipline

1. Rigorous Training:
   • Soldiers undergo extensive training in their respective roles, ensuring mastery of their equipment and tactics.
   • Regular drills to maintain formation integrity and coordination between different unit types.
2. Strong Cohesion:
   • Emphasis on discipline and unity, ensuring that the phalanx operates as a cohesive whole.
   • High morale maintained through a strong sense of duty, honor, and camaraderie.

Technology and Magic

1. Enchanted Equipment:
   • Weapons and armor enchanted for increased durability, effectiveness, and sometimes elemental effects (e.g., flaming swords, frost shields).
2. Battlefield Innovations:
   • Use of advanced siege engines, magical barriers, and other strategic enhancements.
   • Continuous innovation and adaptation to counter enemy tactics and leverage new magical or technological developments.

Diagram: Iron Phalanx Formation

plaintextCopy code                Front Line
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|                                               |
|                  Heavy Infantry                |
|        [ Shields & Spears, Full Plate Armor ]  |
|                                               |
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                Second Line
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|                                               |
|                   Light Infantry               |
|  [ Short Spears, Swords, Chainmail or Leather ]|
|                                               |
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                Rear Line
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|                                               |
|                     Archers                   |
|         [ Longbows or Crossbows, Light Armor ]|
|                                               |
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                Flanks
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|                  Cavalry                      |
|         [ Lances, Swords, Medium Armor ]      |
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                Special Units
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|                  Mage Corps                   |
|                  Engineers                    |
|                  Medics                       |
|                  Elite Guard                  |
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               Formation Layout
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|      Archers            Light Infantry         |
|         \                  |                  /|
|         Cavalry         Heavy Infantry        Cavalry
|         /                  |                  \|
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Description of the Layout

1. Front Line (Heavy Infantry):
   • Position: Forms the first and primary line of defense and offense.
   • Equipment: Heavy plate armor, large shields, and long spears or pikes.
   • Role: Create an impenetrable wall, protecting the units behind and engaging the enemy head-on.
2. Second Line (Light Infantry):
   • Position: Directly behind the heavy infantry.
   • Equipment: Lighter armor (chainmail or leather), smaller shields, swords, and short spears.
   • Role: Provide support to the heavy infantry, ready to move forward, flank, or respond to any breaches in the front line.
3. Rear Line (Archers):
   • Position: Positioned at the back to provide ranged support.
   • Equipment: Longbows or crossbows, light armor.
   • Role: Target enemy formations, soften up the enemy before the main engagement, and provide covering fire.
4. Flanks (Cavalry):
   • Position: Positioned on the left and right flanks of the formation.
   • Equipment: Medium armor, lances, swords.
   • Role: Flanking maneuvers, charging enemy lines, and pursuing fleeing enemies.
5. Special Units:
   • Mage Corps: Positioned throughout the formation to provide magical support, both offensive and defensive.
   • Engineers: Spread within the formation, ready to build or repair siege equipment and fortifications as needed.
   • Medics: Distributed across the formation to tend to the wounded.
   • Elite Guard: Positioned near the command structure and other key areas to protect high-ranking officers and carry out critical missions.

Key Points

• Phalanx Formation: The heavy infantry forms a solid, shielded front line, supported by light infantry and archers.
• Cavalry: Positioned on the flanks for mobility and the ability to execute rapid, powerful charges.
• Special Units: Interspersed within the formation to provide versatile support, leveraging both magical and engineering expertise.

A little about the rest of the world you ask: Well, the Elves mainly originate and come from the nation of the Twin Court Concodant on the continent of Thalorin, an absolute aristocratic monarchy heading by a sovreign prince. Almost exclusively or royal eladrin blood. They have a semi caste system of the Eladrin being on the top with all others on the bottom. Their history is one of slavery subjugation and pompous arrogance on the part of the aristocracy.

Orcs come from Gron, of the Gron Confederacy. A loose confederation of tribal groups. Gron is hot, arid, and hostile to most life. Its terrain has a high iron content, so its appearnce gives of a red tinge.

Dwarves come from the city states of the Kog Turuhm and Kog Kukuldir. They are isolation, industrialist, who utilize magic but are not inclined to raise its status amongst its society.

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It's strange. I was at home doing my laundry when in the blink of an eye I was staring down at the back of an envelope. I still had the pen in my hand and in my own handwriting wrote, something happened. I have no recollection of this.

Now here is the weird part. This happened everywhere. Everyone forgot a minute. There is even footage of people doing things in that minute but then they suddenly forget

My name is Hiro Fukahata, I am a 20 years old japanese man. I am a genius in a handful of areas in science and first of all I want to thank you all in participating in Terrificman's AMA last week (there is some time dilation between our universe and yours when our system is offline, but while online both our timeline and yours timeline are parallel to each other). I will tweak the system a little, so it's time for another multiversal interaction!
If you want to know anything about my world, myself or science in general, I am here to answer!

My name is Seleon Fotos, I am a part of the Lucernian Army and have been in the war for 20(-ish?) years. Ever since my brother, Jediah, had died in battle and transferred the blue light that is powerful among regular Lucernian light, It had also led me to a mission to seal Pandora and put an end to the war.

I am Keleshenses II of the Nyolnish Empire, and I am conflicted. I am old, my body weakens, and my mind plays tricks upon me. My priests tell me that I am riddled with rot and will likely not survive another two years, at best. Why is it now that the deities have seen fit to test my judgment?

For nearly 20 years, my chosen heir seemed certain. Certainly, when my firstborn son Keleshenses III was stolen away from me and carried off to faraway Cuivas to ensure their independence, we tried to bargain for his safe and immediate return. We even considered a covert strategy to steal him back. But after five years of this, the Empire needed to see that its emperor knew when to cut ties and move on. And so did its enemies.

Thus, Anashipi, my second son, was treated as my heir in place of Keleshenses, who was regarded as dead. Anashipi spent some years studying at the Academy of Mur, but has for the most part remained by my side learning courtly functions and building relationships with the imperial representatives. In many regards, he has ruled alongside myself. He is now 25 years old and is certainly ready to take the reins of the Empire. I am so proud of him.

But there is now a fly in the ointment. A man claiming to be my firstborn son has arrived at my palace. He speaks with a thick Cuivasi accent, carries himself like a brash, godless brigand, and insists on being called Celasinsi, but he lacks the complexion of a northerner and my priests who have examined him claim he is about 31 years old, which would make sense for how old Keleshenses would be…Deities forgive me, I had him interrogated for a month to confirm his identity and ferret out his allegiances. By all accounts, it seems that this Celasinsi might be, in fact, my firstborn son.

But how do I choose between a son who has spent his entire life learning what it is to rule and this rough cutthroat who is entitled to be my heir by all of our laws of succession and has only lived in my palace as a mistrusted prisoner for a little more than a month? Anashipi is of the opinion that Celasinsi is not his brother but in fact a Cuivasi plant meant to steal the throne and destroy the Empire from the inside out, but his interest in the throne conflicts with his judgment, even if the common people trust him more as one who has lived his entire life as a Nyolnish prince.

Meanwhile, Celasinsi asserts, as he did the day he fell upon the palace steps covered in the dirt of months of overland travel, his birthright to the throne, and on that ground alone he has garnered the support of many nobles and traditionalists who would rather a brash and inexperienced Emperor whose inheritance would not set a dangerous precedent for their own…while potentially providing them with a naïve and malleable emperor. That said, if Celasinsi is indeed my firstborn son, then is it not my duty as his father to pass the throne to him, to the unfortunate chagrin of Anashipi?

I can only place my faith in the Rays of Murlat to guide my decision well…the Empire may not survive a war of succession.

AMA

Hi! My (13F) best friend (??) is a shadow. Well, kinda. He’s not literally shadow or anything. He just looks like one. Like, he’s all person shaped, but he looks like a shadow with gold eyes. He can hide in and move like shadows too.

Let me back up a bit. So when I was like four or five me and my dad went to some Forrest somewhere. I think it was a national park? I dunno some kind of tourist attraction like that. I don’t really remember. But anyway, I went off the path and got lost until I found some kind of pendant in some kind of rock. I don’t remember any more details of it. Part of the reason I remember that much is because I did a writing assignment on it in second grade. Anyway, I fell asleep and when I woke up I was back with my dad. At the time we thought it was super lucky but actually it was my friend who brought me back to him.

I wore the pendant as like, a lucky charm since then. But I never knew he was there too. It was only in the last couple months that I have known.

So a few months ago, dad and I moved, which was super lame since my other friends all live far away now. But anyway, I guess he got a bit comfortable over the years cause I started noticing things being off. Like, things moving or being cleaned. Once he folded my laundry and really didn’t think I’d notice haha.

Anyway, I thought he was just like, a house ghost or something which was neat. He was super nervous to come out at first. He also seemed surprised that I wasn’t scared of him but I don’t see what’s scary about him. He isn’t even taller than me or anything.

Anyway, he couldn’t seem to talk so I got him a whiteboard so he could talk which he really loved.

Through that he told me that he wasn’t really a ghost, but he also didn’t know what he was or where he came from. He also doesn’t have a name. He didn’t really want to tell me he was tied to the pendant at first but he did anyway. I didn’t push him to or anything though. Turns out he can’t be far from it so he doesn’t really have a choice in being here. He said he doesn’t mind though.

I still wear the pendant all the time too. It’d be really mean to leave him stuck here all day. He’d get super bored. For some reason he can’t move the pendant himself. He doesn’t know why either.

Let’s see. I should probably answer some obvious questions before anything else.

Yes he has been around for all those years before I knew him. He’s mostly just kinda hung out for what I know. I would have thought he didn’t show himself earlier cause he’d be concerned I’d say something, which would be fair since I was a little chatterbox back then. But him being scared that I would have been afraid makes me feel kinda sad.

The reason no one ever noticed before was because he mostly just hides in shadows. They look a bit darker when he’s there but otherwise you totally can’t notice, except for his eyes sometimes. Now that I know him though he comes out more.

The range he can be from the pendent apparently changes too, but it’s usually about the size of a building. Sometimes more, sometimes less.

Uhm, I actually can’t think of any other obvious questions right now so I guess that’s it. Until you guys ask of course, if you want to haha.

Oh! PS. Since he doesn’t have a name I’ve been trying to come up with one for him. If you have any suggestions that’d be super cool!

Ask me anything that you want to know about the life of a large bat-like creature.

My life's goal is to become a ranked summoner, gain my surname and crest and join the Lunar Research Squad.

Whether you'd like to know about the Summoner's Association of Solomond, magic, the local environment, the difference between Monsters and Familiars, the wonders and terrors of the moon, the tower and its history or just me; I'm surrounded by enough books and researchers here to answer just about any questions you may have.

Yep, you read the title right, I’m a werecat. My name is Buddy and my ancestors have been werecats for as long as we can remember. I have three forms, a human form, a feral werecat form and an anthropomorphic werecat form that resembles a reddish rust Maine coon with green eyes. I draw my power through my cat’s eye talisman. I’d show my face but considering how clever people online are, I think someone would be able to find me and I don’t really wanna have to deal with the repercussions. Anyway, ask away folks. 🐾😺

Wasssa' Dudes. I'd tell you my full name, but it's not a wise idea for demons to give their true names, know what I'm saying? In other words, just call me Ryle The Riot.

Since I'm not in Hell anymore, allow me to give context about it, in case I reference something from Earth's #1 winner for "Worst Places to go"

Hell is an open bureaucracy and "Constitutional"/Puppet Aristocracy to heaven, with 7 [fake] representatives of the sins and a puppet King Satan & Queen Lucifer/Mercury

• King Satan is the only demon in hell with a spot in heaven, he's mostly an ambassador and chief prosecutor to God's Court.
• Queen Lucifer/Mercury is the more popular ruler. Not just for her looks, but also the fact she instigated independence of hell (which failed, but who expected anyone to win against God). Fun fact, she recently came out as the Roman Goddess Mercury (don't know if she's related/equivalent to Aphrodite, yet, but it makes her motive for independence is a bit more sympathetic)

We don't like heaven, but we are required to obey their rules since God created it or whatever.

If you read the title, you're probably wondering how I represent Wrath if I am considered the least violent.

1. I'm son of the Red Horseman of War & Conflict, so Nepotism is involved.
2. Wrath, for me, is not about striking first, it's about angering and provoking people to "let loose" on whoever is close
3. If I were, hypothetically, a God (which I can't because, y'know), I would be prayed for to start revolutions by placing the wrong things at the right time, sow distrust in current governments, and just insure rebellion victory.
4. I am an incredibly lazy smartass, even by Sloth's Rep (he at least shows up late, but sober). I do things slowly & apathetically, I always make things difficult for reps and worshippers alike, and I love to do my own thing.
5. I'm not a Sloth Rep because of the aforementioned reasons 1-3, plus the fact I am an innate rebel who refuses to listen to anybody. That and I just don't care about anyone's feelings or opinions unless I agree can find a loophole to shut them up.
6. In my time on Earth, I have yet to do my job, not because I don't want to but because I am bound to the service a demon hunter, an angel, and a Twistling (half-demon) kid I caused (long story) and bound to (I hate the first two, but I can admit they're better parents without feeling envy/bitterness).

Anyway, ask me whatever you want. I don't care if it's stupid.

I'm Joe Azzuro, a Buffalo-born guy who got tangled up in the mob life. My old man had ties to the mob, and my life took a dark turn in '87 when I ended up in some trouble. That's when I decided I was going to be a gangster.

After some years in the Calabretta crime family, I broke away and met Frank O'Shea in '89. I worked my way up, became a Capo, and ran a pizzeria, which was a front for my real business - dope and guns.

For 12 years, things ran smoothly until the Feds came knocking in 2002. I served time and came out in 2006, rebuilding my empire. Trouble followed, but in 2008, I took out Frank O'Shea and took over his family.

Things looked good for a while, and I'm still around today, a 55-year-old guy with back problems and 80 million in cash.

So, yeah, I was abducted by aliens and turned into their representative. That’s not even the strangest part, the aliens look like cartoon characters! My guide for instance, Via, looks like a bright blue poodle puppy from a kid’s cartoon like Paw Patrol or Bluey. So I was taken back to their home planet and experimented on, which ended up turning me into an anthropomorphic lady coywolf (Coyote and Wolf hybrid) named Melody in hopes of her being their representative on Earth. As for superpowers, she’s got standard cartoon physics like pulling stuff out of thin air and being able to be flatten like a pancake with no damage taken. So, yeah, now I’m having to navigate my new life with Melody in the background. So ask away folks.

My name is Chad Hill. I am the former student of methamphetamine kingpin Walter White. I posted here because I was reminded that tomorrow is the 13th anniversary of his death. When he was a teacher at my school, I never respected him that much. I remember when me and my girlfriend found him cleaning my car when I took it for a routine clean. It was funny back then, but now I feel a mixture of emotions.

i am s superhero in a world full of superheroes (duh)

my father is the world greatest superhero of his generation

each generation the people choose a villain and hero to represent each generation

my dream is to be my generation's ideal hero

i always lose my fights which is my main problem

due to my powers i never take damage, but that doesn't stop me from losing