Eagles Of Empire

[Ena Marklund]

Fromthe western hills of Ezperia, the northern forests of Hevernica, the sophisticated cities of Attika, the eastern deserts of Midyan, and the southern rivers of Seyet, all fell before what the world calls the Iudian Sorceresses, the women who wield fire itself against their enemies. For it is indeed women who rule in Iudia, ordained by the mother goddess Gaia herself.

The greatest danger may come from the north, however. Beyond the cold barbarian lands comes a enemy you have only heard rumor of, the Witch King of the Ongi. It is said the warrior rides at the head of a massive host, wielding great magic that has united all the tribes of the far steppe together out of fear of his power. He has called a great holy war against the Empire, claiming it as a nation of demons to be cleansed from the earth.

Empress Julia Vitallia Hevernica (F)

Age: 48

A harsh woman who forced the empire back together with her bare hands, Julia has reigned over the Empire for a decade. She is a strong military leader and a pious woman, who frequently prays to the Goddess for guidance. She can be cruel towards her enemies, but she is a ultimately a pragmatist with a certain sense of fairness, and has invested much of her authority in you so that you might govern the Empire.

Consul Consentia Plinia Dorica (F)

Age: 55

The leader of the now-sidelined Senate, the ancient legislature of grandiose aristocrats which once governed the Empire alone, Consentia is bent on advocating for what she sees as the fundamental rights of the public and restoring the power of the old Republic. She is a passionate orator and the wealthiest woman in the Empire, barring the Empress herself, and has struck a deal with the crime lord Ceto in order to gain the support of the masses for her reforms.

Legate Antonius Lethungius/Amalrik Wulfhid (M)

Age: 40

Born to an imperial mother who named him Antonius and a barbarian father who named him Amalrik, the Legate is a man caught between two bitterly opposed worlds. A skilled and charismatic general, he has won the loyalty of barbarian auxiliaries and imperial legionaries alike with his victories on the field of battle, yet his true loyalties remain unknown. Is he a dutiful man of the Empire, or a proud, unbowed barbarian?

Very well done so far! I mostly picked subterfuge and found that to be quite strong, both writing and gameplay wise. Many of the checks could be passed with a high enough subterfuge. Id suggest offering different choices for other specialisations where possible.

The writing for this is so EXQUISITE. Gosh, I am just hooked, beginning to end and am so hungry for more chapters! Seriously, this is only Chapter 1 and I am so hyped with the quality so far! Playing as a male!MC with a very, very close relationship with the empress, reading the drama with the emperor just had me giggling all throughout! And the option to have drama regarding Augusta? Give me MORE. OMG I love this WIP so much! Gonna go replay again with a female!MC, and another with a trans!MC

After using the protective shield four times shortly or once for a longer period (about 7 seconds) the energy has run out and you have to wait approx. 15 seconds until you can activate it again for a short time. While the protective shield is active the ship cannot be moved, but you can shoot.

H.T.W: "Although the graphics are minimalistic and also the sound only consists of shooting, whistling and explosion sounds, this conversion can be played well. Also, the vertically scrolling starfield reminds of the original arcade machine that I have fed at that time with many coins. Altogether a good conversion and worth a game every now and then. Old, but good, pure nostalgia..."

TheRyk: "Many issues spoil the shooter's delight, especially enemy sprites deathlessly hiding in the border. This leads to tedious gaming, because you wait forever, until the coward alien eagles finally grow some balls and dare enter the screen so that you can finish the level. What is more, especially in higher levels this phenomenon even produces a lack of lucidity which can not be regarded as fair play. This could have easily been prevented by defining the screen as the only place where enemy sprites may move. Also the balancing is inadequate. The first boss fight is ridiculously easy, whereas in the second run the Emperor's ship's fire frequency is already at the brink of too hard. Bottom line: A playable but substandard Space Invaders clone, 4 points. I recommend Bandits to anyone who wants to know a proper realization of the game concept."

Robotron2084: "Relatively sluggishly sloppily done copy of an arcade machine superhit. This lacks the dynamic of the original and the almost total silence during the game hardly adds exhilaration. I did not quite like Eagle Empire in the old days with its clunky action and the chunky graphics. Even for 1984, there could have been more to it. 5 out of 10 points."

Experience life on the steppe. At the ger of a family of nomadic herders who pasture their animals near sacred Mt. Hugnu Khan, cook and share a meal and ride horses. Settle into an elegant ger ecolodge for a two-night stay in the shadow of Elsen Tasarhai, an area of sand dunes in the midst of the vast steppe grasslands. (B,L,D)

Celebrate the art of eagle hunting, falconry with trained golden eagles, a tradition practiced by nomadic herders in the Altai. Just outside Ulgii, attend the first day of the annual Golden Eagle Festival, a two-day competition of dozens of eagle hunters. The festival also includes traditional sports, food, embroidery and a chance to enjoy the ruggedly beautiful mountain landscape. (B,L,D)

On your last full day in Mongolia, see how contemporary Mongolia is shaping its future with an eye toward the past. On the steppe east of Ulaanbaatar, visit the towering 131-foot tall Genghis Khan Statue, built in 2006 for the 800th anniversary of the Mongol Empire. Return to the city for your farewell dinner. (B,L,D)

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