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#FANTASIA SCENARIO;x
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ALL_F_HISTDESC;The 2500$ you start with will last for a while, but when it is gone, you'll need to have a decent economy in place, not just low-level colonies. Try to establish one or preferably two cities early on by sending colonists there. Don't be afraid to take loans or even go bankrupt. Just keep in mind that the effects of a bankruptcy (higher interest rates for new loans and lower troop morale) last for five years. Beware of natives! There's no rush expanding overseas – focus on your immediate whereabouts.;x
ALL_F_VPTACTIC;This scenario is ahistorical, but very fun in a multiplayer game. All nations start with roughly the same prerequisites.;x
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ALL_F_E_HISTDESC;In this scenario you play as one of 24 Old World nations, each locked to the Muslim tech group and starting with 3 provinces owned, 3 more explored, and 5000$. As well as the other 23 opposing nations to contend with, the New World is populated by a further eight advanced colonial 'boss' nations in the Latin tech group and with improved starting conditions. By the time you reach them - or they reach you - you must be prepared to face formidable odds.;x
ALL_F_E_VPTACTIC;This scenario is ahistorical, but very fun in a multiplayer game. All nations start with roughly the same prerequisites and are more or less equally spread across the map, although some may be better positioned to suit your playstyle. Diplomacy is fairly open-ended, in that you may choose to conquer nearby nations or ally with them against other potential enemies. All playable nations start with identical stat monarchs, and historical leaders and explorers have been disabled.;x
ALL_F_E_NEN;New England;x
ALL_F_E_NSC;New Scotland;x
ALL_F_E_NKU;New Courland;x
ALL_F_E_NHL;New Holland;x
ALL_F_E_NFR;New France;x
ALL_F_E_NCA;New Castile;x
ALL_F_E_NRU;New Russia;x
ALL_F_E_NIT;New Italy;x
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ALL_F_I_HISTDESC;In this scenario you play as one of nine established historical empires, each with its own unique culture and religion, an appropriate tech group, and 5000$. As well as the other eight opposing empires to contend with, the world is populated by a further 35 minor pagan states that will expand over time, hindering your progress. Were this not enough, the ancient realm of Atlantis has returned from the depths and seeks to reclaim the world. Be warned, it is aggressive, and superior to you in all respects.;x
ALL_F_I_VPTACTIC;This scenario is ahistorical, but very fun in a multiplayer game. Each of the nine playable empires is roughly the same size and strength to begin with, but must quickly expand beyond its borders if it is to survive. The minor pagan states which populate the world are fairly weak to start with and can be annexed in a single war, but they will expand and grow more powerful over time. Ultimately, your greatest threat are the warlike Atlanteans, who boast their own advanced tech group, a formidable military, and multiple island fortresses -- they may require several coalitions to take down. All playable nations start with identical stat monarchs, and historical leaders and explorers have been disabled.;x
ALL_F_I_AKS;Aksum;x
ALL_F_I_CEL;Celts;x
ALL_F_I_TOR;Tortuga;x
ALL_F_I_APA;Apache;x
ALL_F_I_LEN;Lenape;x
ALL_F_I_EZO;Ezo;x
ALL_F_I_YUA;Yuan;x
ALL_F_I_TAS;Tasmania;x
ALL_F_I_KAR;Karelia;x
ALL_F_I_WIC;Wichí;x
ALL_F_I_MAL;Malta;x
ALL_F_I_SIO;Sioux;x
ALL_F_I_CRE;Cree;x
ALL_F_I_TAP;Tapuia;x
ALL_F_I_AMA;Amazonians;x
ALL_F_I_RAB;Rabaul;x
ALL_F_I_DZU;Dzungaria;x
ALL_F_I_CAD;Cádiz;x
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#TUTORIAL SCENARIO;x
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ALL_TUT_VPTACTIC;(Does not apply in the Tutorial);x
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#1492 SCENARIO;x
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AUS_GC_HISTDESC;In 1492 Austria was a relatively weak power. Austria's greatest advantage and disadvantage was her strategical position in the center of Europe. The advantage was that she could expand in virtually every direction but the weakness was that she could also be attacked from all directions. During the early 15th century Austria happily married herself into a dynastic alliance with Spain. Early on Austria got involved in conflicts with France Turkey and some smaller German nations within the Holy Roman Empire. The War with France was mainly run by Spain but still Austria had to support them in Northern Italy The Backdoor of Vienna  . As early as the 1510's Turkey started its immense offensive towards the heartland of Christian Europe. The Turks were nearly impossible to stop. The Turks had better organization equipment morale and their numbers were greater. In a few decades the Turks had conquered all of Hungary and virtually annihilated the armies of Christendom and they had camped outside the Walls of Vienna.;x
AUS_GC_VPTACTIC;You have a good strategic position, but you must strengthen your country's economy and create an alliance against the Turks. You must stop them before they reach the gates of Vienna. Do not neglect Western Europe though. France will start to expand into the Netherlands and Northern Italy. Do not accept that they will get strong positions there. Spain is your natural ally, so see to it that you do not anger her as you will need a strong ally.;x
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DAN_GC_HISTDESC;In 1492 the dual kingdom of Denmark-Norway was a great European power. The main enemy of the domain was the Hanseatic League whose political and military might was fading. However the Hanseatic League was still a great trade nation and its economy was strong. Norway was thoroughly integrated in the Danish lead nation even as the Danes and the Norwegians were two different peoples. Sweden, though, was an irritating problem and that country was semi-autonomously governed by a very independent nobility. The Swedish nobility defied every attempt to increase royal power in Sweden. At the same time Denmark-Norway fought the minor countries in Northern Germany many of which had earlier been under Danish influence.;x
DAN_GC_VPTACTIC;In the long run Sweden is the greatest threat to your country. Therefore Russia is a prime candidate for alliance. However, it can be good tactics to get some lands at the expense of the Hanseatic League. Such a move would increase your economy and protect your southern flank.;x
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ENG_GC_HISTDESC;In 1485 the Tudor monarchy had established itself in England at the conclusion of the War of the Roses. King Henry VII devoted all his attention to rebuilding his devastated realm and had abandoned all hopes to regain a foothold on the continent besides the city of Calais. The Hundred Years War was really over and the future of England would lie on the seas by force and trade provided a watchful eye was kept on Scotland.;x
ENG_GC_VPTACTIC;You are isolated in the north of Europe and have a small army. But your island stands protected by the largest navy in Western Europe. If you can build up your economic strength improve your stability and trade and have a good understanding with other major nations then you will be prepared for the better years to come. Just be careful of those damned Scots in the north and the French sneaking in at Calais in the South.;x
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FRA_GC_HISTDESC;In 1485 France has survived the Hundred Years' War, strengthened and unified. In 1491 King Charles VIII marries Ann of Brittany as a prelude to the annexion of her Duchy. Charles has claims on the crown of Naples as a member of the Anjou family. However Naples is under control of the king of Aragon. France needs to expand and claims the wealth of the Italian city states and the disorganized political and military organization of the peninsula will lead to the various expeditions to Italy.;x
FRA_GC_VPTACTIC;France combines the advantages of the largest army in Western Europe, the biggest and wealthiest provinces, excellent monarchs (especially in the military field), a good stability and a lot of opportunities. If you maximize your strengths and manage to march your armies into Italy, nobody except a coalition of other nations could stop you. Just be aware of the strong Spano-Austrian coalition. However you should leave dreams of an early colonial empire to Spain and Portugal.;x
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SPA_GC_HISTDESC;In 1492 the Reconquista is soon finished and only the muslim Kingdom of Granada still resists the united Christian armies of Castile and Aragon. Scores of turbulent and warlike Spanish nobles are restless eager to fight new enemies. Heathens remain to be converted to the true faith in North Africa in the East or even in the fabled lands of Cathay (China) and Cipango (Japan). Rumor has it that they can be reached by sailing westward through the Atlantic avoiding the Turkish blockade in the East.;x
SPA_GC_VPTACTIC;Your major advantages lie in the size of your realm and the numerous explorers and conquistadors who flock to your realm. Your colonial expansion in the New World should be permanent, setting the stage for the later conquest of the vast and rich Aztec and Incan empires with their mountains of gold. But you also have to defend your European holdings against France and protect the Western Mediterranean from the Turkish menace. If you manage to build your colonial empire while controlling North Africa and gaining Italy with the help of the Austrian Habsburg and perhaps Venice, you have a good chance of winning.;x
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SWE_GC_HISTDESC;In 1492 Sweden was a poor and retarded country in the periphery of Europe. Sweden consisted of two integrated parts, Sweden and Finland. The population spoke different languages but had much in common religiously and culturally. The power in Sweden lay in the hands of the nobility which governed in the name of either the Danish king or an elected Swedish king. At a number of occasions during 1492-1521 the nobility had chosen a Swedish-born monarch only to retake the Danish king a few years later. Between each exchange of monarchs royal farmland came into the possession of the nobility. At the time of the executions in Stockholm by King Christian II the Swedish nobility revolted and the Swedish nobleman Gustav Wasa was elected king. This revolt recreated Sweden as a separate country with its own identity.;x
SWE_GC_VPTACTIC;Your country is very weak initially. Note that you start the game as a vassal of Denmark-Norway. You must throw off their yoke as soon as possible, as they take part of your income. Beware of their wrath though. Try to split Denmark-Norway and Russia;x
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TUR_GC_HISTDESC;The capture of Constantinople by Mohammed II in 1453 had sealed the fate of the Millennium-old Byzantine empire and dealt a severe blow to Christendom. The Ottoman Empire from its new capital of Istanbul, expanded into the Balkans and Mohammed's successors were now eagerly looking in every direction to continue their expansion. Venice had lost most of her possessions in Greece and now the Persian empire or the Mameluk Caliphates of Syria and Egypt seemed ripe for conquest.;x
TUR_GC_VPTACTIC;Your empire is strong and your army the most powerful in the world so use it! There lie Persia in the East the rich lands of the Mameluks in the South and even the vast Hungarian and Russian plains in the West and the North. Time your wars wisely as you cannot fight on all fronts at the same time but each conquest will make you stronger to face the inevitable Christian coalition that will always come sooner or later.;x
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VEN_GC_HISTDESC;The Republic of Venice had grown into the largest trading power of the Mediterranean in the wake of the Crusades. Their commercial empire spread over islands trading stations ports commercial quarters all over the Levant. The last war with the Turks which had seen the Ottoman nearly at the gates of Italy had just ended and the country eagerly looked for peace to rebuild its trade and prosperity despite French and Spanish ambitions over the peninsula.;x
VEN_GC_VPTACTIC;You have to dominate the trade of the Mediterranean or lose! So build your trading fleets ruthlessly compete with all other merchants and strive to preserve the balance of power. It might mean your intervention in an Italian conflict or even giving support to the rulers of Syria and Egypt lest they fall under the Turkish yoke. The Ottomans are your most dreadful enemies but a strong France or Spain in Italy is not a joyful prospect either.;x
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POR_GC_HISTDESC;In 1479 Spain and Portugal had signed the treaty of Alcaçovas which gave the Lusitanian kingdom the tranquillity on its borders that it needed to pursue the systematic exploration of the African coast. The Portuguese in the footsteps of Prince Henry the Navigator were sure that the shortest route to India avoiding the Muslim East was by rounding Africa. Fearless explorers had just discovered the southern tip of the continent and were about to set sail for the rich lands described by Marco Polo and catch the great prize of the Spice Trade.;x
POR_GC_VPTACTIC;Your country is small and poor but hundreds of colonists and traders await the news of your discovering the sea route to India and the Far East. Explore and trade a lot build your colonies and trading posts and you could well end up leading the colonial political and economic race. You shall need a good understanding with Spain and beware of France and England. The heathen Turks hate you but there is not much they can do against your realm.;x
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RUS_GC_HISTDESC;Ivan III had expanded his territory in the central Russian plains at the expense of other principalities. It would be the deed of his son Ivan IV Grozny (The Terrible) to capture the eastern lands of former Mongol Khanates such as Kazan, Astrakhan and other remnants of the Golden Horde's territory. The Russian also had scores to settle with the Poles and with the heirs of the Teutonic Order in the western Baltic provinces.;x
RUS_GC_VPTACTIC;The Russians are still far away from most other major powers. And their Tatar neighbors in the East are very weak. Use your military might to crush them as soon as possible and expand. The gates of Siberia are now opened ! Send Cossacks on exploration ventures as soon as you can. When your technology improves you might turn west against the Poles and the Baltic but these are tougher nuts to crack.;x
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POL_GC_HISTDESC;The marriage of Poland and Lithuania and the creation of the Jagiellonian Royal dynasty in Poland (1385-1572) brought forth the Golden Age of this country. Throughout the 15th century Poland continued to expand, incorporating Prussia in 1454 as well as large areas of Russia. During this era Poland stretched from the Baltic to the Black Sea and its supremacy within the central eastern European sphere of influence was assured. In 1569 Poland signed the Union of Lublin officially combining both states into a Commonwealth. Till the early 18th century Poland was considered one of the foremost military powers of Europe, fighting successful wars against the Teutonic Order Swedes Turks and the Muscovites. Magnate excesses and divided loyalties caused degeneration of the state. In 1648 the Cossacks rebelled over their treatment. Consequently its enemies (Sweden / Russia) decided to take advantage of the situation flooding the country in 1655 with their combined military means when she was at her weakest. This was the 'Deluge'. Perpetual war lasted till 1667, decimating the country a series of blows she never fully recovered from.;x
POL_GC_VPTACTIC;In 1492 Poland is one of the most powerful military land countries of all the major powers. It is the largest state in Europe at this time and also has the most numerous armies in Eastern Europe. Hostile neighbors surround the country to the northeast and south. A good strategy is to crush the slow but steady emergence of Russia--the earlier the better. Otherwise, if left alone, the Russians will be much more difficult to deal with later on. Also watch out for possible incursions by Turkey to the south. She will no doubt want to invade Christian Europe, taking with her Hungary, Austria and a good bite out of Poland if you're not careful! Create a strong anti-Turk alliance with Hungary, Austria and possibly France. Thirdly, keep a watch out across the eerily quiet Baltic Sea. Sweden is set to emerge as a power in just over a century with her eyes set on lucrative Baltic estates, currently mostly under Polish or Teutonic control. Poland is also strong economically. Build up your fortress defenses immediately in your northeastern and southern frontiers. Your forces are already plentiful!;x
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#1617 SCENARIO;x
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ENG_1617_HISTDESC;During the early 17th century the Stuarts were brought to power in England and Scotland, relations toward Spain and France were improved, and England did not make any serious commitment to the Protestant cause in the Thirty Years War. This foreign policy was very much disliked in England and it, together with the Stuarts conflict, with the parliament threatened to upset the domestic balance of power. The consequence was civil war betwen royalists and and the supporters of the parliament (1642-1649). The parliament was victorious and the King was executed but the fight for freedom lost its momentum. When the bells of peace rang in German cities the parliament had recently managed to get the upper hand in the civil war. Economically England had lost ground to Dutch competition but she had now an army of excellent ability and England was a power to be reckoned with in the future.;x
ENG_1617_VPTACTIC;England starts the game as a fairly weak country and it is advisable to defend the island heavily with a strong navy. If civil war breaks out you must immediately crush the rebellion before it can infest your lovely country and strike a pact with the French and the Spaniards. Try to expand your colonial empire while the other countries wage war on the continent but concentrate your efforts to one area, preferably North America. If you decide to meddle in the the Thirty Years War supporting one or the other side then see to it that you join the war late so that you can take advantage of the other countries' war exhaustion. Beware of enemy invasion;x
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FRA_1617_HISTDESC;After the Wars of Religion France recovered and the foundation for the absolutism of Louis XIV was created. France had both domestic and external peace and its foreign policy was directed to attain good partners of cooperation on the continent. The overarching goal had not changed though thus Spain and Austria were considered the arch-enemies. Until 1635 France did not involve herself in costly wars but was instead biding her time. In 1636 however the time was right as most of Europe was exhausted from many years of war and France joined the Thirty Years War. French commitment was in fact the decisive factor deciding the conclusion of the war. French ducats and weapons defeated the Habsburgs within a decade. After the Peace of Westphalia France was the most powerful nation in Europe.;x
FRA_1617_VPTACTIC;France is a strong country but the alliance between Spain and Austria is stronger. Bide your time and attack at the perfect time. Build up forces in France Proper but also in your colonies. You do not want to win a continental war just to see your victory be turned into a stalemate at the peace table as your enemies have occupied your overseas empire. If you attack Spain and Austria try to break their encirclement of your country. Taking Franche-Comté, Spanish Netherlands and Northern Italy will highly improve your strategic position.;x
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SPA_1617_HISTDESC;At the end of the 16th century Spanish power was declining. Spain lacked a thriving middle class and the expulsion of the Moors and the Jews and the agricultural crises undermined the economy. During the years before the outbreak of the Thirty Years War Spain suffered several bankruptcies and had hard times obtaining international loans. As if this was not enough, the silver and gold production of the Americas decreased and exports to the colonies decreased by 60 percent until 1648. Spain had a Great Power status, which she had to defend in a number of costly and not very profitable wars. These wars further induced the Spanish decline. First Spain fought a long and undecisive war against the Netherlands until 1648 when the Spanish government had to accept the independence of that country. Secondly, a catastrophic war was fought with France (1628-1659) which marked the end of the Spain's status as a Great Power. At the same time Spain involved herself in the Thirty Years War together with Austria and in the end Spain was not victorious in that conflict either.;x
SPA_1617_VPTACTIC;Historically Spain was the chief loser in the Thirty Years War. But you can change all of that. First get peace with the Dutch. The Netherlands are a very hard nut to crack and they are often fighting the French, your main enemy. Immediately boost your military presence in your colonial empire and be sure to check the development there regularly. If you lose the war in Europe you can still win peace by taking enemy colonies. Try to get on speaking terms with the English or, better yet, an alliance. They are actually the greatest threat to your colonies. Strategically your position is bad. You need to create corridors so that your armies can reach all your flanks. This is done by alliances or conquest. Note that Poland-Lithuania can be a great friend against an aggressive Sweden.;x
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RUS_1617_HISTDESC;The Aftermath of the Time of Troubles forced Russia to secede Ingermanland and Karelia to Sweden and Smolensk and Livonia to Poland-Lithuania. Russia was hurt but not destroyed and a period of reconstruction and reform started. In 1632 the Russian government found the time to get Smolensk back to be right but its armies were yet not strong enough to beat the Polish-Lithuanian Hussaria. Instead the Russian government chose to stay at peace in the West and attacked the Khanates in the East, expanding Russia with vast lands. When the other European countries were involved in the bickering at Münster and Osnabrück, Russia was a country slowly gaining strength. She was not yet ready for any serious expansions in the West but that day was not far away...;x
RUS_1617_VPTACTIC;Your country is weak after years of internal turmoil. Now you have to rebuild your country and attain the same level of technology as your neighbours. If you want to expand, turn East the Khanates there are strong but they will not overwhelm you. It could be profitable to attack Poland-Lithuania or Sweden but only if these countries have been weakened by war civil war or massive revolts. Such strategy could be very profitable or disastrous...;x
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TUR_1617_HISTDESC;Turkey's long-time enemies were Austria Venice Poland-Lithuania and not to be forgotten Persia. War against external enemies was very common but it was the internal strife and revolts that unleashed the heaviest blow to Turkish technological and military development. During the period 1596-1604 three very large revolts started in three different parts of the Empire and the last of them was not crushed until 1635. At the same time Turkey became involved in a war against Austria and Poland-Lithuania (The Long War 1593-1606) in which Turkey was victorious and the Habsburg Emperor had to pay the Sultan an annual tribute. The Poles were attacked (1615-1621) but without any land changing hands. In the Far East Turkey was defending her borders against three Persian onslaughts (1603-1611 1616-1618 and 1623-1629). The last of the wars ended with a great Turkish victory, forever ending the Persian threat and welcoming Georgia and Azerbaidjan as new provinces. Minding this and the assassinations of Sultans of the 1620's and the Mameluck uprisings in the 1630's, the Turkish government managed to administer Turkey rather well even as she did not expand as much as in earlier days. When Christian Europe enjoyed the newly religious peace, Turkey was as powerful as any Christian country but she was superior no more.;x
TUR_1617_VPTACTIC;Much of Europe will be occupied by their own business. There are three possible approaches. Smash Persia, trash Austria or devour Venice. All of them has their pros and cons but you have to destroy at least one of your enemies at this point to be able to defend later. Austria is the most dangerous option as she is not likely to be alone. Raise your military technology and cut one of them to pieces two provinces at a time and then pick the next target. If you keep on being victorious then All God's glory to you.;x
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HAB_1617_HISTDESC;As early as the first decade of the 17th century Austria managed to get into a conflict with both its domestic Bohemian Protestant minority and the small Protestant principalities in the Holy Roman Empire. The German principalities joined into the Evangelic Union, a loosely organized federation combatting imperial efforts of recatholization and centralization of power. The Austrian Emperor swiftly created the Catholic League to oppose it. In 1618 the Protestants of Bohemia revolted and elected the Protestant elector of the Palatinates as its king, starting the Thirty Years War. This conflict quickly changed into a great power war which was mainly fought on German soil. Basically, Austria and Spain fought the Netherlands Sweden Denmark-Norway and France. The war became a war of attrition without real victors. Austria had won many great victories on the battlefield but the peace resolution raised several facts. First, the Protestant Sweden had become a great power. Second France was now the most powerful country in Europe. Third the Emperor had for all times lost his grip over the Holy Roman Empire. Fourth Spain had lost her capabilities to compete for hegemony in Europe. For Austria's part the war was a strategic defeat. However the government had managed to consolidate the hereditary lands and started a reform that would make her powerful in the future.;x
HAB_1617_VPTACTIC;Austria starts as a strong country but with a rather bad position. The best way of maximizing victory points is to turn Counter-reformed Catholic and force all Protestants to turn Catholic as a result of peace. However to get at them you will need to march through a lot of Catholic countries. Create these corridors of march through alliance, not conquest otherwise your relations will be damaged. See to it that you create strong alliances with Catholic countries especially if you are thinking of doing some annexations. Poland-Lithuania and Spain are excellent allies. Beware of the backstabbing Turks. It is dangerous to leave your back door open to the armies of the Sultan.;x
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SWE_1617_HISTDESC;Both Sweden and Poland-Lithuania had been expanding in the Baltic area, and violent clashes had started between them and Russia: a triangular drama with the Baltic grain harbours as the prize. These wars continued more or less uninterrupted until 1629 when Sweden managed to get the upper hand. During the war, Sweden was attacked by Denmark-Norway and lost but without losing any provinces. When peace with Poland-Lithuania was signed, Poland-Lithuania and Russia began a long period of peace and reform while Sweden rushed into the Thirty Years War, committing herself heavily. During the earlier wars in the East, Sweden had managed to get Ingermanland and Livonia and now the war was financed by eight Polish harbours that Sweden got for a period of 6 years. In Germany, Swedish victories and defeats followed each other. No side in the war was ever superior but Sweden managed to keep her position as one of the most important combatants in the conflict. During the war Sweden managed to invade Denmark-Norway and snatched a number of provinces from her. At the Peace of Westphalia Swedish peace negotiators managed to get a good portion of the German coastline. After the peace Sweden had become a great power--a new star in the Nordic sky shining more brightly than its Danish compatriot.;x
SWE_1617_VPTACTIC;Your country is strong and gets even stronger. The problem is what you are going to do with all your strength. Either you get on with conquests in Russia and Poland-Lithuania or you invade Germany and try to annex Denmark-Norway. Whatever you choose to do you have to defend the other flank, and if you are thinking of a southern strategy you must have a strong navy otherwise your forces might be cut off. You potential allies are England the Netherlands France and Turkey. Beware of annexing too many small Protestant countries. Such behavior will destroy your relations.;x
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HOL_1617_HISTDESC;The Netherlands was created as a result of a successful rebellion against their Spanish overlords. She virtually fought for her very existence from the 1580's until the Peace of Westphalia in 1648, when her independence was internationally acknowledged. In 1617 the Netherlands had started its march toward economic supremacy in Europe, and was slowly building up a colonial empire based on newly acquired Portugese colonies. Her navy was building up and her army was small but very efficient. The Thirty Years War concerned Habsburg hegemony and freedom of religion and both questions were very important to the Dutch people. Fighting for the Protestant cause, the Netherlands was one of the biggest winners of the war. Getting freedom and removing the Habsburg threa, but also running past England as the number one commercial nation of Europe, only France was a potential enemy.;x
HOL_1617_VPTACTIC;Your country is small and rather weak. Your main enemies are France and Spain. Survival is the first goal, and expanding your colonial empire and sending merchants is your second. Only at third place comes territorial expansion in Europe. Try to ally with England and Sweden early on and get some stronger Protestant principalities on your side. If the tide goes against you, accept ceding a province or two for peace. You can always make a comeback later.;x
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MOG_1617_HISTDESC;The Mughal Empire was founded by the Timurid prince Bâbur in the early 16th century and has steadily expanded through both conquest and diplomacy ever since. By 1617, it is enjoying something of a golden age in terms of wealth and influence, and although Emperor Jahângîr has so far maintained the Empire's borders, he is certainly not the man his illustrious father Akbar was. Weak, decadent and easily led, his personal vices and general disinterest in the affairs of state will signal the beginning of Mughal decline.;x
MOG_1617_VPTACTIC;In 1617 the Mughals have several options, although time - and technology - are against you, and it is better to employ a single strategy well than attempt multiple haphazardly. With the north of the subcontinent secure, the obvious route would be to conquer and vassalize your way south, with Ceylon as a logical end goal. Alternatively, strike east into Burma. To the west, the Safavids are a juicy target, although they will give you a run for your money militarily, and so it may be wise to build up a network of alliances first.;x
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ENG_1700_HISTDESC;In 1700 the Spanish king Carlos II dies and his testament implies that the grandson of Louis XIV King of France Philip is to be King of Spain on the condition that the thrones of Spain and France are not united. Old King Louis XIV doesn't accept this and claims both thrones for his grandson. This starts the War of Spanish Succession between, on one side France Spain and Bavaria, and on the other side England the Netherlands and Austria. At the same time the Great Northern war is fought in the North and East. When the dynastic war ends in 1713 England is the most victorious nation in Europe. Defying the French and annexing Gibraltar some Canadian coastlines and Menorca.;x
ENG_1700_VPTACTIC;England has become a very strong power by 1700. Her strength is mainly based on sea-power colonies and her growing economy. Retaining naval supremacy is an absolute necessity which can enable you to enlarge your colonial empire especially in India and Asia. The key factor in maintaining and increasing the economic gap with your main competitors is trade. Invest in merchants and get those important monopolies. In Europe you have to be a political realist, switching sides to uphold the balance of power not letting France or Austria get the upper hand there. Note that while upholding balance in Europe you might put your colonies in danger from enemy conquest. Keep good army units in the colonies for defense, but also as strike forces to wrest provinces from enemy hands.;x
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FRA_1700_HISTDESC;In 1700 the Spanish king Carlos II dies and his testament implies that the grandson of Louis XIV King of France Philip is to be King of Spain on the condition that the thrones of Spain and France are not united. Old King Louis XIV doesn't accept this and claims both thrones for his grandson. This starts the War of Spanish Succession between, on one side France Spain and Bavaria, and on the other side England the Netherlands and Austria. At the same time the Great Northern war is fought in the North and East. When the dynastic war ends in 1713 France has managed to keep the two thrones within the Bourbon dynasty but failed to unite them. However, the war had been so costly that France was on the verge of bankrupcy.;x
FRA_1700_VPTACTIC;France is one of the strongest powers on Earth in 1700 but she has to choose a sound strategy, which is not very easy. You can build ships and contest England's naval and colonial supremacy or you can make a strike for continental hegemony. Achieving both goals though might be very challenging. Always keep your investment rates in technology high and build manufactories.Your most dangerous opponents are England the Netherlands Austria and sometimes Spain.;x
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SPA_1700_HISTDESC;In 1700 the Spanish king Carlos II dies and his testament implies that the grandson of Louis XIV King of France Philip is to be King of Spain on the condition that the thrones of Spain and France are not united. Old King Louis XIV doesn't accept this and claims both thrones for his grandson. This starts the War of Spanish Succession between, on one side France Spain and Bavaria, and on the other side England the Netherlands and Austria. At the same time the Great Northern war is fought in the North and East. When the dynastic war ends in 1713  Spain has a Bourbon monarch Felipé V as the deceased Carlos II wanted but Spain lost her Italian and Dutch possessions. Shortly after the peace Spain declares war on Austria to get back what she had lost...;x
SPA_1700_VPTACTIC;Spain is not what it once was. It is large and has its possessions spread over the world but its military strength is slowly declining. However there are possibilities for Spain. Ally with either England or France and battle the other. See to it that you invest in upgrading infrastructure and new technology. By recovering economically you will be able to stop the regress and make a stand against any aggressor. Diplomacy is the most important feature for you. It can be very profitable to be on the winning side in a war but a disaster to bet on the wrong horse.;x
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RUS_1700_HISTDESC;Peter the Great had recently come to power and strove to get Russia a place in the sun. By reforming the army Russia slowly built up strength to strike at Sweden. In an alliance with Poland-Lithuania and Denmark-Norway she attacked. Initially she was beaten at Narva in 1700 but recovered during Sweden's war in Poland-Lithuania. When the Swedes struck at the Ukraine in 1708, Russia had taken most of the Baltic provinces and marched with a strong army to relieve its southern belly. At Poltava in 1709 Russia won its greatest victory against Sweden a demarcation line that put Russia in the position of supremacy in Northeastern Europe. Russia launched a navy into the Baltic Sea and harassed the Swedish coast line as well as invading Swedish Finland. Russia had won the war and peace was signed at Nystad in 1721.;x
RUS_1700_VPTACTIC;Russia is a country on the rise. Be sure to improve your military technology before you act then you will have to expand. The Baltic provinces are your prize but also the orthodox provinces in eastern Poland-Lithuania. Don't forget to keep on colonizing Siberia because late in the game it will vastly contribute to your economy. Take it easy with the Turks. They are your enemies and there is no need to punch her before you can take any real estate from her.;x
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TUR_1700_HISTDESC;In 1700 the Spanish king Carlos II dies and his testament implies that the grandson of Louis XIV King of France Philip is to be King of Spain on the condition that the thrones of Spain and France are not united. Old King Louis XIV doesn't accept this and claims both thrones for his grandson. This starts the War of Spanish Succession between, on one side France Spain and Bavaria, and on the other side England the Netherlands and Austria. At the same time the Great Northern war is fought in the North and East. During the 1710s, when war exhaustion bred in Austria and Russia, the Turks attacked, taking back Azov. However when Austria had finished her war against France she attacked and Turkey in the middle of a series of Palace Coups was defeated, losing more than a third of her European possessions. A decade later, with greater domestic stability, Turkey launched her last large offensive against Austria...;x
TUR_1700_VPTACTIC;Turkey is in stagnation but still has some punches to throw. Your economy is important but so is your diplomacy. Do not let yourself be surrounded by enemies. Threats to your survival are Austria Persia Poland-Lithuania and later on Russia. Venice is ripe to strike now. See to it that you ally with powerful countries that would actually help you if you were attacked. Russia is an interesting partner early on as is a powerful France or an Anti-Austrian Spain. No alliance is unholy;x
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HAB_1700_HISTDESC;In 1700 the Spanish king Carlos II dies and his testament implies that the grandson of Louis XIV King of France Philip is to be King of Spain on the condition that the thrones of Spain and France are not united. Old King Louis XIV doesn't accept this and claims both thrones for his grandson. This starts the War of Spanish Succession between, on one side France Spain and Bavaria, and on the other side England the Netherlands and Austria. At the same time the Great Northern war is fought in the North and East. When the dynastic war ends in 1713 Austria get the Spanish Netherlands, and the Spanish possessions in Italy France and Spain, are not united but the Habsburg dynastic supremacy is lost. After the peace with France, Austria again attacks Turkey and gains vast lands but the Turks are not totally defeated and they will come back...;x
HAB_1700_VPTACTIC;Habsburg is growing stronger. There are many different approaches. Turkey is of course one of your main opponents, and if Venice is not cooperative she should go down first. Poland-Lithuania is a natural ally for you as she stops the Russians and can help you against the Turks. France can be very dangerous, but wait to attack her until she is at war with such Protestant enemies as England and the Netherlands because you will not be strong enough to beat her alone. Beware of what provinces you seize. Remember that too many religions inside your borders might make your domain very hard to rule.;x
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SWE_1700_HISTDESC;In 1700 Sweden was the strongest country in Northern Europe, with a large army superior to any of its neighbours. However Sweden had expanded into Russia Poland-Lithuania and Denmark-Norway during the 17th century, and at this point these countries found the opportunity for revenge. Sweden was initially victorious, defeating Denmark-Norway and Poland-Lithuania but Russia was a problem. Sweden won a great victory at Narva in 1700 but most Baltic provinces were lost during the war farther south. The invasion of Russia in 1708-1709 was a failure. The Swedish high command had expected active support from Ukrainian separatists but these were crushed by the Russians before the Swedish field army arrived. When it arrived severely damaged by logistical problems it attacked the Russians at a fortified position outside the village of Poltava and was defeated.  Sweden continued the war until the death of Charles XII in 1718 but was never a threat to anyone but Denmark-Norway after Poltava. When hostilities ended in 1721 Sweden was a great power no more.;x
SWE_1700_VPTACTIC;Sweden is strong but she cannot fight the whole world alone. Your main goal must be to dissolve the Grand Alliance of Russia Poland-Lithuania and Denmark-Norway. It is often tempting to strike at Denmark-Norway but it is often better to get within striking range of Moscow first. An interesting strategy is to befriend Poland-Lithuania and gobble up some small German Protestant states. This will improve your economy and create a power-base against Denmark, and give you an opportunity to meddle in the War of Spanish Succession. If you create an alliance with Poland-Lithuania you will be protected to go against Moscow and the Ukraine...  Onwards ye boys in blue!;x
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PRU_1700_HISTDESC;In 1700 the Spanish king Carlos II dies and his testament implies that the grandson of Louis XIV King of France Philip is to be King of Spain on the condition that the thrones of Spain and France are not united. Old King Louis XIV doesn't accept this and claims both thrones for his grandson. This starts the War of Spanish Succession between, on one side France Spain and Bavaria, and on the other side England the Netherlands and Austria. At the same time the Great Northern war is fought in the North and East. When the dynastic war ends in 1713 Prussia is unharmed. By switching sides, she managed not to lose any territory, and by declaring war on the wounded Sweden Prussia gained the eastern part of the province Western Pommerania  . Prussia is biding her time, and building up her army. Slow but steady the Prussian question emerges: Does not Silesia belong to us?;x
PRU_1700_VPTACTIC;Prussia is in a difficult position. She is fairly small and lies within striking distance of Poland-Lithuania Sweden and Austria. Diplomacy is the name of the Prussian game. Join wars and switch sides every time you get provinces in a peace resolution. Be careful! Build up relations during periods of peace. One or two strong allies are necessary at the start. You have no real enemies but your efforts of expansion will create some. Your natural friends are England Turkey and Russia but do not underestimate the profits from fighting a war together with countries such as Spain and Austria. They might have smaller enemies that only you can reach...;x
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HOL_1700_HISTDESC;In 1700 the Spanish king Carlos II dies and his testament implies that the grandson of Louis XIV King of France Philip is to be King of Spain on the condition that the thrones of Spain and France are not united. Old King Louis XIV doesn't accept this and claims both thrones for his grandson. This starts the War of Spanish Succession between, on one side France Spain and Bavaria, and on the other side England the Netherlands and Austria. At the same time the Great Northern war is fought in the North and East. When the dynastic war ends in 1713 the Netherlands has been reduced to a second-rate power, despite having provided much of the Allied forces' manpower.;x
HOL_1700_VPTACTIC;The Netherlands is not the world power she was fifty years ago. Weakened by successive anti-French wars and relegated to economic and political vassalage under Great Britain, the Dutch nation finds itself very much the junior partner. Though still wealthy and with far-flung possessions, its diplomatic clout is waning and its trade monopolies are being broken up. Decline can certainly be avoided, but it requires a steady hand and perhaps even a bold change of alliances - might not the rich Spanish Netherlands be ripe for the taking?;x
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ENG_1773_S;After years of mismanagement, England found herself fighting against her erstwhile colonies in America. (In game terms England is at war with the USA.) In Europe, England had just lost a great war against France, Spain and the Netherlands who all envied her Glory. With the independence of the United States the freedom and self-governing were on the lips of every colonial power.;x
ENG_1773_C;England can hardly afford to neglect the USA. She has to crush the American rebels, or at least hurt them severely before Spain and France come to their aid. In India it is considered wise to root out all other colonial competitors. In North America it is considered wise to take lands from the Spanish. See to it that you contain Russia, Spain and France, as these powers are your greatest competitors on the continent. Most countries will consider England an enemy so be prepared for war. But do not be overtly aggressive. Don't search for war let it come to you.;x
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FRA_1773_S;After the Seven Years' War, France was still struggling with her finances and her honor was still stained by defeat. France however was not a beaten country even though her colonial might was broken. Instead France waited for a chance to avenge her honor and humiliate England. After severe mismanagement the English government faced a full uprising and revolution in her American colonies. France seized the opportunity and sided with the newly founded Republic in America. Yet, France would soon choke on the bone of revolution--in her case a rebellion against the very notion of a French Monarchy.;x
FRA_1773_C;France has a powerful navy and a world-class army, but she is relatively small, having lost the bulk of her colonies ten years before. This calls for a rapid expansion. North America, India, the Austrian Netherlands and northern Italy all present attractive areas for expansion. France begins the scenario allied with Spain. This could be a good partnership for wars against England. But watch out for Spanish victory points.;x
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SPA_1773_S;Spain quickly sided with France when the revolutionary movement started in North America against British rule. As a result, Spain indirectly sided with the USA. For more than 170 years England had harassed and bullied Spain. The revolution in America was not an opportunity Spain could afford to miss. Having fought surprisingly well Spain was the greatest winner when peace was signed in Paris in 1773, retaking many of her lost possessions from England. However, the American Revolution would prove to fatal to the Spanish hegemony in North and South America, and by the early 19th century, Spain would lose nearly all of her colonial holdings in the Americas.;x
SPA_1773_C;Spain's route to victory is by no means easy or free of gambling. Generally one could say that if Spain manages to keep what she starts with she will win by victory points. However most other players will try to prevent that from happening. Supporting the United States is a wise tactic. It will slow down the British and you might take some of its possessions in the Deep South. France is a good ally at game start but you might find it necessary to change partners. See to it that you never stand outside a good alliance and never fight a risky war. You need not take a lot of territory - merely nibbling at your enemy will lead to victory.;x
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HOL_1773_S;In 1773 the Dutch Republic was in decline. It still maintained a large empire but was no longer the most expansive financial center in the world. England had already eclipsed her glory and other countries were catching up. The Netherlands made unsuccessful attempts at reform while struggling with internal instability. With the advent of the revolutionary movement in France, the small Dutch republic was easily toppled by a nation at arms.;x
HOL_1773_C;The Dutch army and navy are in bad shape and her possessions are widely spread over the globe. If the Republic is going to have a chance to win you must reform her economy by achieving trade monopolies aggressively. To be a member of a strong alliance is important and it is advisable not to wage risky wars. Build up and defend your Asian colonies and expand in Africa to increase wealth and power. France is your greatest danger as she can strike at your home provinces. England is also a great threat as she can make invasions nearly anywhere in the world. See to it that you balance them against each other.;x
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HAB_1773_S;In 1773 Austria was on parity with Prussia, but weaker than Russia. The threat of a reformed Poland-Lithuania, the hostility of the Ottoman Turks, and the enmity of Prussia were her main dangers. Austria chose to give priority to the partition of Poland and to maintain the balance of power in Eastern Europe. During the 1780's Austria fought Prussia in hopes of carving out a large section of Central Europe in what was called the War of Bavarian Succession. The anticipated Great War over supremacy in the east never occurred as the old regimes (Austria, Prussia and Russia) joined in an unholy alliance to fight French radicalism and republicanism. The Age of Revolution choked Europe.;x
HAB_1773_C;Austria is powerful and maintains the second largest army in Europe. To win, you must prevent Prussia from expanding in Germany, and Russia from expanding in the Balkans. At the same time you must ensure a partition of Poland-Lithuania which satisfies a balance of power in the Central East. This sounds easy, but it is not. It means war with the Ottoman Empire, Prussia and Poland-Lithuania. It might also mean war with Venice, Bavaria and a host of small German countries. As if this was not enough, you can be sure that France and Russia will try to slit your throat if you grow too strong. Do not ensnare yourself in long and costly wars. Instead, focus on devouring pieces of your enemies. How to spend your money? Build troops! Build troops! Build troops!;x
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PRU_1773_S;In 1773 Prussia's army was not the largest in Europe, but their troops were of the best quality in the world. Prussia was an Army with a country, not the other way around. This was one of the reasons behind Prussia's urge to expand. In conjunction with Russia and Austria, Prussia devoured parts of Poland-Lithuania. Smaller German countries soon fell as Prussia moved deeper into Central and Western Germany. The anticipated Great War over supremacy in the east never occurred, as revolutionary France quickly became a more deadly threat towards the existing order, thus forcing Prussia to join with Austria and Russia in an unholy alliance.;x
PRU_1773_C;Prussia needs to expand to win this scenario. Most other countries have hordes of colonies and trade posts. Colonizing the non-European continents is a luxury Prussia can ill-afford much less becoming embroiled in a colonial war. Prussia's fortune lies in Germany and in Poland. You must take as much of Poland-Lithuania as possible and expand in Germany. Note that gobbling up smaller German countries inevitably will force you to cross swords with other major powers, so see to it that you are part of a strong alliance. Both Russia and Austria are your natural enemies but you cannot stand still watching one of them getting too strong on behalf of the other.;x
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RUS_1773_S;In 1773 Russia was one of the strongest countries in the world. At the time Russia was at war with the Ottoman Empire. Her most pressing concerns were Poland-Lithuania, the Orthodox Balkans and Sweden. Together with Prussia and Austria she forced the partition of Poland and managed to defeat both Sweden and the Ottoman Empire, though with few territorial gains. Suddenly revolutionary France emerged as a world power, forcing Russia to move away from expansion and focus on retaining the old regimes of Europe. It was not until the final days of Napoleon did Russia secure large territorial gains, tearing Finland from Sweden.;x
RUS_1773_C;Russia must expand on all her flanks. She must eliminate the northern threat by taking Finland from Sweden. On the central front Russia should take Poland-Lithuania and secure the Balkans to the south before Austria has a chance to strike. On every flank you might become embroiled in a war with major powers. However, Russia is probably the only country that can choose not to fight. Only wage war when you know you can win. Victory will be yours if you can check the expansion of your potential enemies.;x
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USA_1773_S;After years of mismanagement of her North American holdings, England faced a growing rebellion. (In game terms the USA is at war with England.) The United States quickly created some governmental stability and managed to consistently field armies over time. With the help of the French navy and an expeditionary force, America became the first colony to win her freedom through armed struggle. After England was forced to accept the independence of the United States, the latter cautiously kept a policy of non-interference and supported the peoples of the New World against the aggression of old colonial empires.;x
USA_1773_C;Survival is your only mission. Because you are rather weak it might be wise to accept the loss of a province or two in order to gain peace with England. However, do not lose too much. Try to co-ordinate your warfare with the French and Spanish. Build troops at every opportunity. Only a few of your provinces are fortified. Raise your fortifications in times of peace or you will quickly lose your territories. The British will try to attack from both the north and south. Try to eliminate the southern threat first before turning north. If you survive and manage to expel England from North America you will probably win the game. But be warned: Canada is a hard nut to crack.;x
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TUR_1773_S;In 1773 the Ottoman Empire is very much a victim of its own prior successses - it is by now a large and unwieldy multi-ethnic realm headed by a succession of indolent sultans and a creaking bureaucracy scarcely able to function. Money is tight, as grasping Viziers and corrupt Janissaries routinely siphon the imperial coffers, rendering much-needed reforms extremely challenging to implement. As the storm clouds of revolution gather across Europe, the Sultan and his advisors look on with trepidation.;x
TUR_1773_C;The war with Russia will be difficult, but it is not unwinnable, and even a white peace would constitute a victory for now. All efforts must be made to mondernize the Army, even if it means short-term instability and inflation. You have many vassals, although some hate you and will soon try to break free of Ottoman rule, so be prepared to lose one or two of them - at least in the short term. Choose your fights carefully, and secure a powerful ally in Europe - or perhaps even look to America.;x
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ENG_1795_S;England is engaged in a ruthless war against the regicide French Republic. While the breakout of the Revolution was first seen with mitigated feelings in London, the death of the French King and, moreover, the French agression against the Dutch United Provinces brought the United Kingdom in a war that will only end with a total capitulation. The United Kingdom fights first for her survival but, once secured, also for some parts of the French and Dutch colonial empires. And if the situation is suitable, why shan't we make a come back in the 'Thirteen Colonies'?;x
ENG_1795_C;Ruling over the waves and with a trading and colonial empire spreading on all continents, England's strategy should be to use her allies and take all benefits. Spain can help destroying the French fleet, Austria can bring the land armies maybe with Prussia, Russia or Sweden's help. Once the French navy has been destroyed, the British islands will be secure enough to go taking the overseas French colonies. You'll just have to keep your allies fighting directly the French.;x
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FRA_1795_S;The Revolution of ideas has become a Revolution of society. Pushed forward by their own boldness, threatened on all borders by reactionary forces, the French Revolutionaries went from a constitutional monarchy to a centralized republic, from an administrative reorganization to the reign of Terror. Opponents inside the country were guillotined, cannonaded or gored. Facing enemies from all monarchies, the Republic was in danger and men of pride and courage appeared to fill the ranks and repelled foreign hordes. Soon France will win the peace she is longing, but on her own conditions.;x
FRA_1795_C;France begins with superior land and naval technologies. While generals and armies are numerous and powerful, admirals and ships are lacking.  The country is at war on all its border, but the true enemies are the English, protected for now by its fleet more than twice the size of France's fleet. You can't protect all your remaining colonies but be daring and try to bring war into your enemies' countries. The peace you'll win will prepare the following conquests.;x
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SPA_1795_S;The reorganization of the Spanish Empire using the model of the French administration largely increased prosperity. Siding with the victorious rebels in British colonies improved Spain's international status. Trade is growing in a Spanish World nearly as big as in the times of Emperor Carlos V. In the new European theatre, dramatically changed by the french Revolution, Spain, former ally of the Kingdom of France, can no longer maintain the unholy alliance with Regicide French Republic. Spain is one of the key of the European alliance against the french growing threat, both at its southern border or overseas. And she will take this occasion to retake more colonies.;x
SPA_1795_C;In spite of its modernization, Spanish army is still much more feable than the French army. Former defeats on the southern french border have taught Spanish generals some caution. But overseas, Spain can get easy victory points, seizing dispersed and mostly unprotected French or Dutch colonies. The Spanish navy should assist the English Royal Navy to cancel any French naval threat and then Spain has just to pick all french colonies, one by one. Once it will be done, it will then be time to reverse alliances and pick English ones...;x
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HOL_1795_S;Allied with England against the new French Republic, the United Provinces were invaded a first time in 1793 by the badly prepared Dumouriez whose failing will lead to his treason. A more serious offensive in the winter of 1794 forced William V of Orange to flee. The population revolted and installed a new administration. The new Batavian Republic was really born from the enthusiasm of her population... and the help of the French Revolution's army. And her birth comes with her commitment in a war against the rest of Europe. Cornered in Europe, with large colonies difficult to reach, the only solution is to go on the offensive.;x
HOL_1795_C;The Dutch army and navy are in bad shape and her possessions are widely spread over the globe. If the Batavian Republic is going to have a chance to win, you must fight along the French at first but at the same time readily reform the economy by achieving trade monopolies aggressively. Do not wage risky wars but bring your support where it is needed, mainly against the English Navy. Build up to defend your Asian colonies and expand in Africa to increase wealth and power. One day the time will come to change alliances, as you can't afford not to be in the best alliance..;x
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HAB_1795_S;For years, Austria seems to have been running after the events. Facing the Prussian ambition and its military strength, she has been brought to the Polish partitions in order to maintain some balance of power in Eastern Europe. Trying to follow the movements of ideas in late XVIIIth century, her monarchs tried to be 'enlightened despots', only leading to unrest in Hungary and Austrian Netherlands. Looking for an unbalanced alliance with Russia, Austria went to war against the Ottoman Empire for no real gain. And lastly, facing the regicide French Republic, they are on the first line for land campaigns to reestablish the monarchy in France. It is more than time to make History rather than letting it ruling you.;x
HAB_1795_C;Austria is a vast and powerful empire maintaining one of the largest army in Europe. But to win you must prevail on all fronts, preventing Prussia from expanding in Germany, Russia from expanding in the Balkans and France from expanding anywhere. At the same time you must secure your border with the Ottoman Empire. It means many costly wars and some diplomatic feats to maintain a strong alliance and prevent anyone to go for your throat. Try to see some years ahead and play on the long term, cutting your losses when needed.;x
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PRU_1795_S;'Suum cuique' ('To each his own'), the Prussian motto is more than ever of importance. Prussia has been struggling to maintain a balance of power in eastern Europe with her Austrian and Russian neighbours. The partitions of Poland in 1772 and 1793 has helped to maintain this balance but the pression on all borders justify a powerful army, the most powerful army of the XVIIIth century. Revolutionaries arise in all Europe, ideas of Freedom, Democracy or Human Rights are brandished as weapons to fight the natural order that should prevail in the Prussian estates. Let us award them what they deserve : to each his own.;x
PRU_1795_C;In 1795 Prussia is not directly concerned by the French Revolution. The main problem is with two big neighbours, Austria and Russia that Prussia can't face alone. The war that is bound to occur in whole Europe must be the occasion for Prussia to develop her power either by being in the winner's side, either in seeing that everybody goes out this war weaker than before. So Prussia should only be committed in the conflict later while taking as much benefits as possible.;x
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RUS_1795_S;The reforms of Peter the Great and, later, the ruthless rule of Catherine II made of Russia a political and military strength as never before. Expanding both towards east through the neverending steppes and west through the Polish plains, she has the manpower and the economy to force her demands. A status quo seemed acquired in Eastern Europe, a balance of power between Prussia, Austria and Russia. But suddenly, Revolutionary France emerged as a world power, forcing Russia to move away from expansion and focus on retaining the old regimes of Europe. It was not until the final days of Napoleon did Russia secure large territorial gains, tearing Finland from Sweden.;x
RUS_1795_C;Russia can expand on all her flanks. She must eliminate the northern threat by taking Finland from Sweden. On the central front Russia should finish to take Poland and secure the Balkans to the south before Austria has a chance to strike. On every flank you might become embroiled in a war with major powers. However, Russia is probably the only country that can choose not to fight. Only wage war when you know you can win. Victory will be yours if you can check the expansion of your potential enemies.;x
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USA_1795_S;The new Republic is holding. For now nearly 20 years, people have been getting used to the reality of some ideals of Liberty, Independence,  Democracy. The losses of the Revolution have been heavy, as much by the death and injury toll as by the people who migrated to Canada, especially in New Brunswick. The fathers of Independence have needed time to create new institutions. But now, again, war is at the borders. The French Revolution has brought England and Spain, United States neighbours, to war. It may be time to prepare to defend the republic and maybe to seize opportunities.;x
USA_1795_C;The United States are not at war at start. Prepare your fortifications and your army as much to defend your country as to seize any colonial territory once you'll have chosen your alliance. English Canada, French Louisiana or all the Spanish colonies can be the reward for your commitment. But stay in a powerful alliance or it may give some people bad ideas. You won't be able to stand a war alone.;x
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TUR_1795_S;As the fires of revolution sweep across Europe and the great powers unite to contain Napoleon's ambition, the Ottoman Empire finds itself isolated and in dire need of Westernization. Though the present Sultan, Selim III, has made repeated attempts to bring the Ottoman infantry corps in line with those of the traditional enemy Russia, he has met stiff opposition from the reactionary Janissaries who now wield much of the power. As the so-called 'Sick Man of Europe' stumbles from one disaster to another, the very core of the Empire is now under threat.;x
TUR_1795_C;The patient may be sick, but she is not yet dying. Focus everything on internal reforms, prioritize Army quality and Land tech, and maintain vassals for the tax income - if they break away, bring them back into the fold whilst the Europeans are busy killing one another. Whilst retribution against a distracted Russia is tempting, be careful of being dragged into large wars against powerful alliances - although an unholy pact with Napoleonic France could certainly have its advantages.;x
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