The Zenith of Power: Gameplay Thread

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Amadeus' use of poison gas on civilians is unforgivable.

I declare that if captured, we shall try him as a war criminal.

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King Charles VIII Addresses the people of Padania

"People of Padania, you are free!

I will spare no effort in welcoming you into our brotherhood of people. A people that are not beholden to the ancient Habsburg autocracy, but a proud, free people, free to carve their own destiny.

I repeat what I said some time ago to anyone still under arms: if you lay down your weapons and return home, you will receive all rights guaranteed by the Constitution of 1872.

I wish to make another offer though: if you wish to take up arms in defence of your fellow Italians, you will be rewarded upon conclusion of the war.

Avanti Italia!"

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Treaty of Venice

The King of Naples, King of Lombardy-Venezia, and King of Padania, in the interests of peace in Europe and harmony, hereby agree that:

1. All armed conflict between the signatories shall cease. The borders between Padania, Lombardy-Venezia, and Naples shall be status quo ante bellum.

2. The King of Naples is recognized as Grand Duke of Corsica.

3. All parties agree to take every effort to maintain open communications, shipping lanes, and trade through the Italian peninsula and the Mediterranean Sea.

4. The Kings of Padania and Lombardy-Venezia will make efforts protect the heritage and cultural autonomy of their Italian subjects.
 

X Charles von Hapsburg-Lothringen

X Queen Mother Charlotte Von Hohenzollern, Regent of France and Padania on behalf of his majesty King Louis XX of France

X Francesco Crispi, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Naples, on behalf of Charles VIII, King of Naples and Grand Duke of Corsica.

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The Ambassador of the Kingdom of Naples to the Kingdom of France is hereby withdrawn with all staff.

In addition, King Philip, in the spirit of his father's great affection for the leaders of North America, recognises Philip von Hohenzollern as Emperor of Quebec.

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The Kingdom of Naples offers asylum to any Prussians seeking to escape the hands of the Austrians.

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King Philip V Addresses Parliament

Gentlemen, thank you. I thank Prime Minister Crispi, the President of the Chamber of Deputies, and the president of the Senate for this opportunity to address this house.

Some years ago, an offer was made to my father. If he were to intervene on behalf of the Kingdom of France against Xavier, that false Italian with delusions of grandeur, Padania would be returned to its rightful home. My father, as any man would, intervened immediately, and won several stunning victories. Even when the Austrians intervened, they were halted by a force many times smaller than them.

After Xavier's death however, the true nature of the Harlot of Versailles was revealed. In coordination with the Viennese Oppressor, the Harlot enacted a betrayal most hideous. What happened at the Treaty of Venice was simple: We were stabbed in the back by those we thought our allies!

It was the most hideous betrayal wreaked on an Italian since Brutus and Cassius left Caesar bleeding to death on the floor of the Senate! Indeed, they would no doubt be proud of both the Viennese Opporessor and the Versailles Harlot, for together, the two of them wreaked a betrayal that my father, like Caesar, was unprepared for.

However, as Augustus avenged Caesar, I shall avenge my father! This world has no place for betrayers and cowards like the Harlot of Versailles and Oppressor of Vienna!

The time for talk with France and Austria is done. The Oppressor of Vienna, in his hubris, even refers to himself as the Holy Roman Emperor! Mark my words, Cassius, you shall never have Rome, for Rome is ruled by Italians, as it should be!

The treacherous French and Austrians will not be allowed to sully Neapolitan soil ever again. As of now, our border with both 'nations' is closed and will be fortified. Our Ambassadors in both countries are hereby withdrawn, and I am ordering the expulsion of their Ambassadors here. Their residences will be turned over to the government, who will find some use for them.

There will be another war with both nations, and when that time comes, the Harlot of Versailles will be wishing that she kept her word.

Avanti Italia!

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Under the authority granted to me by the Constitution of 1872 as the Sovereign, I hereby issue Writs of Election for the year 1877, to take place in June

The current  government will enter caretaker provisions, with a new government to be taking office no later that the 5th of July.


In addition, the King will allow journalists in for interviews with himself. The rest of the Royal Family remains off-limits.

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Statement from the King

As our people proceed to vote in this year's election, I would express my support for Prime Minister Crispi and his government. Under his administration, we have freed Corsica and Sardinia, increased our ties with North America, and the fact that he has managed to stave off a Catholic Republican takeover is a testament to his skill as a politician.

I urge all good Italians to re-elect the Prime Minister's government.

Avanti Italia!

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Statement from the King's Court

The King is overjoyed to announce his impending marriage to Princess Bertha of Quebec. This marriage will no doubt be one of great affection and bear many children, as well as reinforcing the ties between the Kingdom of Naples and Empire of Quebec

In addition the two nations have agreed to the following treaty:

Treaty of Sardinia

1) The Kingdom of Naples and Empire of Quebec are sworn to defend each other in the event of an attack on the North American Continent

2) The Navies of both nations will conduct yearly joint exercises.

3) Selected units from the armies of both nations will travel abroad to train and study with the other nation.

4) Businesses of both nations are permitted to seek opportunities in the other nation, with a 25% reduction in taxes for the first three years of operation

5) Neapolitan and Quebecoise students will be permitted to seek educational opportunities in both nations.

6) Tariffs between both nations are to be reduced by 15%

x Philip of Naples

x Francesco Crispi, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Naples

x Amadeo Melegari, Minister of Foreign and Colonial Affairs of the Kingdom of Naples

x Giovanni Lanza, Minister of War of the Kingdom of Naples

x Francesco Ferrara, Minister of Finance of the Kingdom of Naples

x Stefano Castagnola, Minister of Trade of the Kingdom of Naples

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From the King

Philip is pleased to announce that after many months of discussion, the Kingdom of Naples can announce its intention further its ties eastward, and the formal declaration of a treaty between the Kingdom of Naples and the Russian Republic, negotiated skilfully by Prime Minister Crispi and his overnment.

Treaty of Taranto

1: The Kingdom of Naples and the Russian Republic are committed to the defence of the Balkan States in the event of an attack.

2: The signatories agree to embark on a joint venture of a rail network  connecting the Balkan States to Moscow.

3: The signatories agree to establish a joint military academy at a location to be advised.

4: The signatories are agreed on the necessity of a secure Mediterranean.

5: The signatories will undertake joint military exercises to improve their readiness

6: The signatories agree to open their markets to businesses from other signatories, with a 25% reduction in tariffs and a 10% in taxes for three years from initial establishment of a business

x Philip, King of Naples

x Francesco Crispi, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Naples

x Amadeo Melegari, Minister of Foreign and Colonial Affairs of the Kingdom of Naples

x Giovanni Lanza, Minister of War of the Kingdom of Naples

x Francesco Ferrara, Minister of Finance of the Kingdom of Naples

x Stefano Castagnola, Minister of Trade of the Kingdom of Naples

On a more personal note, the King looks forward to visiting the liberated Constantinople and meeting with President Suvorin in Moscow.

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King Phillip to tour Balkans and Russia!

King Phillip of Naples today announces that in coordination with his government and the various governments of the East, he will be undertaking a tour of Greece and Russian Republic to tighten the friendship between Naples and those nations.

The King will tour the various historical sites of the Ancient Greek city-states, such as Sparta and Macedon, before arriving in Athens itself to speak with King Constantine and express his desire for closer ties with the Greek nation and people, and his support in their ongoing operations in the lawless lands of the former Ottoman Empire.

From there, the King intends to travel to the liberated city of Constantinople. The King will conduct a tour of the city, visiting sites such as where Emperor Constantine made his final stand against the Ottoman hordes and the Hagia Sophia, since restored as a good Christian church. He also intends to meet with Milyutin, liberator of Constantinople while there.

Finally, the King will travel north to Moscow to meet in person with President Suvorin. The two will discuss the need for a secure Mediterranean and the necessity of closer ties between Naples and Moscow.

The King looks forward to his eastern tour, scheduled for the new year, once elections and his wedding to Princess Bertha of Quebec are concluded.