He that dies pays all debts

It's safe to say that we are coming closer to the end.  One leader has fallen, and three more cling to life for the moment.  I'm not sure how much longer Austria will allow russia to serve him, but it's clear that there will soon be two powers left in the game.  

While we're far from done, I want to congratulate everyone on their diplomatic efforts thus far.  The game continues to be exciting, and its clear that folks are still working together.  I hope you are all working on your end of game statements.  While the finish might be a few years off, it's never too early to start.  It's a great way to share your machiavellian plots with the rest of the players, and it's really the only way i get to see what goes on behind the curtain during the games.

PRESS

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"I give my life freely for the glory of Archduke BergDog!"

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retreats in. ready for 1911 fall.

spring 1911 complete, ready for retreats.

Winter 1910 complete, ready for 1911

Fall 1910 complete, ready for retreats.

From forth the fatal loins of these two foes...

Well it looks like we are finally into the endgame of this most interesting test of wills.  France and Austria have always scrabbled to the top of the heap in this game, and it now looks like they are the only real powers left on the board.  

Italy has been dealt a stunning blow, and now teeters on the precipice of annhilation.  The other 4 powers manage to survive, although it's questionable if they still have the capacity to enact any true changes on the face of the world.  

Surely the 2 superpowers are about to have a bitter fight for global domination, and I look forward to what promises to be an exciting fall and winter.  

As always, press is welcomed.

And remember, it's never to early to start preparing your poignant kiss and tell End of Game Statements.

PRESS

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"3 S.C. stab France? Is this change we can really believe in?"

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Builds in ready for Spring 1910

the most unkindest cut of all

This is a 2 fer.  The Fall 1909 moves are up, as well as the retreat from Mun. 

It would appear that Italy has brought a knife to a gunfight, and has paid dearly for his mistake.   France has gotten into the italian's satellite SCs, as well as his homeland.  It's a mighty blow, and the first major stab of the game.

Austria dropped a nuke on Munich and easily dislodged the unsupported unit.  In the latest chapter of the austro-russian soap opera, Austria is left holding onto the shards of their relationship while the Bear plods on.  

Turkey, Germany, and England, well they keep on keepin' on.

I'm saddened by the lack of press, so I have added a little video.

1909 ready for fall

Whole Lotta Shakin' Going On.

I'm a little late to celebrate the King's  birthday, but I thought the title fit this season's moves pretty well.  

Austria made some expectedly huge movements this turn in an attempt to beast his way into western Europe.  Munich suceeded as the tip of the spear, but the rest of the Hapsburg train was derailed by Burgundy's extremely well-supported counter.

Russia and Austria continue their will-they-or-won't-they tension with their semi-coordinated Turk-bashing.  Team White supported The 'Berg into Con with one hand, and stabbed into Serbia with the other. 

It looks like you are all working on some interesting moves, and the evolving alliances never cease to amaze me.  I hope you are having fun!

PRESS

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austria = slut.

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builds in ready for Spring 1909

Winter 1908

The retreat is in, and I'm ready for builds.

Fall 1908 completed. retreats needed

I'll get the blog updated once the retreats are in. 

Press

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Turkey. Told you to beware of Russia. 

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Spring 1908 is in. Ready for Fall.

PRESS

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tucanbl owmega memas territories!

Winter 1907 Builds

Ready for 1908.

1907 retreats

1907 Fall complete. Ready for adjustments

Congrats to Italy for getting back on home turf.

A new diplomacy for a new year

Happy new year everyone.  Sorry for the delay, but I was waiting for players to get moves in.  It appears that our game has turned into a 5 man event.  It's not that shocking that the solitary unit in portugal is being left to fend for itself.  However, new players may be confused to see that Team Red has not placed any moves.  Those familiar with the world of UWS dip will understand that even in the face of victory, some players simply must quit.  

Rob, I honor you for sticking to your values through thin and thick.  

To the remaining players: think of this as a New Year's blessing, and a rather interesting bit o' diplomacy.  After all, it's not every day that you get this kind of power swing in the midgame.