gumby.spa.umn.edu/cscdir/lotedir/bkempire
Battle Apes: The Code for Battle Apes is 'ba'.
Lesser Demons: Evil take heed. The Sacrifice Cost per turn is only 1 FP not 3 FP.
RAMPAGING FREE PERSONAGE: Qaan the White Talon, a male elder dragon, is on top of Blauf, Map B (p6T6/edr).
FREE PERSONAGE: Hanbarollo, a human male adventurer, is in Tazlao, Map C (p393).
Iygtaol Kingdom
Robardin is king at Kinju.
LOST REGIONS: none
Open for a Player Contact: Thad Plate for details
Aztlan Empire of Xotla
Emperor Pelos stopped at Lucca to drink some water (Map 6).
Ralph Reed (Map G) and his troops bale hay at Noib. General Lars'
force of 6 saurian knights, 23 paladins and 2 amazons are parked in
Stillion's Ucar (Map 6). Chacham with a force is in Puaintlo (Map H).
Daavarca is placid at Baurien (Map G). Saotanagh (Map G) is
occupied at Ardsgeir. Runs found many distraction at Leghorn (Map 6).
Ciach the Fierce One has to put with the forces of evil in Potatue
(Map H). Njal Seasaber had a holiday in Raskal (Map G). Punisher
will not leave Plaum (Map G). Red Bobh found himself in Stabaum
(Map G). Ghashar is in Potatue (Map H).
ADDED REGIONS: none
OBJECTIVE ACHIEVED: Genocide
Contact: Mitchel Ledford 602-275-7889
Goudiz Dragonlair
Neyarizam attacked Oradean Blaukoulya then got real mad and
occupied Kletgol and Radace too. At the town of Szarvas he found some
dusty old boxing gloves (Map J). Gebert island hopped. He found the
famous Big Red viking idol and then sailed to Hucican and conquered it
(Map D). King Corillin conquered Ojvaz and sailed to the Gastounias
Thalassa (Map D). Puff flew to Bluaf to converse with Qaan. The old
worm was not impressed with Puff's offer (Map B). King Joao took his
navy to Costa de Sobatsoa. He took sail to the open seas, searching for a
safe passage around the Sea of Fire. El Lico got tougher at the Castelo
Sobatboa (Map C). Giz Gonzal went to Tazlao and found Hanbarollo, a
human wrestler who likes to make pretzels (Map C). Burdard ran into
some troulbe against the underwater denizens of Dhiavios Mellonos.
Outnumbered 5 to 1, his undead force was decimated. He withdrew to
Gastounias Thalassa. Fuzzball and Moctezuma escaped from their jail
and led a rebellion against the Wings of Freedom. Their force liberated
Goudiz, restoring home control there. Chastity stayed in Kladphida.
ADDED REGIONS: Goudiz, Hucican, Ojvaz, Radace, Kletgol,
Blakoulya
MADE PROTECTORATE: all added regions except Goudiz
Contact: C.J. Burt 602-967-6183 pincer@asu.edu
Wings of Freedom (Oradea)
Queen Sparrow and her force of 25 paladins, 30 healing priests,
20 hill giants, 12 rangers, 1 centaur knight and 11 storm giants faced off
against an army of 27 dragoons, 4 knights, 2 battle eagles, 3 dragons, 4
storm giants, 1 nomad scout, 1 nomad archer, 5 shaman bands, 49
catapults, 7 young dragon which all came from Chudrho. Moctezuma
goaded her to a personal combat. Even though she wore bronze armor, she
was killed by the old king. Her possessions were taken from her. The
army moved to Alfes. Dxog found cool stuff in Zeprad. Penelope
vacationed in Karspoja. She bought a souvinir: a Bobbing Head Barney
the Dinosaur toy.
Neyarazam's magical airmobile has taken regions away.
LOST REGIONS: Blakoulya, Kletgol, Radace
Contact: Timar Clark timarclark@wow.com
FREE PERSONAGE: Iunbert, a dwarf male diplomat, is in Martdau,
Map F (p431ch).
FREE PERSONAGE: Dern, a human male champion, is in Präbalz, Map F (p444).
FREE PERSONAGE: Creidhne, a human male adventurer, is in Stabaum, Map G (p682).
Dread Magog Horde
Gog, and his nomadic host attacked Ke'alak, Senj and Ad Dayr,
the last two are Huzjeskan (Map N). Yog marched inland to take Sitocil.
He just got to Cuehan (Map M). Lady Jitvins conquered Quisensam then
Quaboco (Map R). The Huzjeskan Horde and the 4th Order are warring
against Magog.
ADDED REGIONS: Ke'alak, Sitocil, Quisensam, Quaboco,
Senj, Ad Dayr
PROTECTORATE: all added regions
REGIONS LOST: Huaracal, Il Chabud, Khinla, Lawzho, Ponsa
Contact: Mike Overstreet 602-969-8840 spiketeo@gnn.com
The HORDE (Huzjeska)
The following words were attributed to the elusive Huzjeska
Sultan Mobius Manslaughter:
"Good Work Men! The HORDE WILL BE TRIUMPHANT! I
should be home soon, as soon as I finish business. Arcadia, excuse my
boys, they got a little hungry!! Ha! Ha! Ha! Keep up the BAD work!
CHEAT TO WIN!"
Lichgoth, seen by some as the real Horde leader, gained Lichi
and Etlil (Map H). The Invunerable Lady Worg al Mohg (Map N)
attacked Hednakha. Battle was close, but the mutants were especially
disgusting this time. Alu Asad poked around and conversed with fellow
leaders in Paxhit and Pokh. Barh passed the Hipbone of Vecna to
Esvanta. He found nothing so he sailed the endless water of Oued Sea.
Crater Wor got the masterblade and remet Lichgoth in Etlil. Old Aria
and her forces of chaos easily made into protoplasm the Dalnahej. She was
sick and feeble and died at the end of the year. Esvanta went to Pebhur
and drank the charm vial and became a more powerful woman. Lettan
Yorik slammed Luro and Konpo with his inhuman force. Bizcut took
over Potatue with his 30 chaos mutants then Techet fell too. The demon
prince Xacxac Razor-Wiper showed the Magog wannabes who was
truly boss by shwacking the lands of Il Chabud and Lawzho with his 100
mutants of calamity. Ex-maiden Xitavi found a Spear of Cheer instead of
a metaspell. Lobshikh was given back to Arcadia.
ADDED REGIONS: Lichi, Etlil, Hednakha, Dalnahej, Luro,
Konpo, Potatue, Techet, Il Chabud, Lawzho
MADE PROTECTORATE: all added regions
REGIONS LOST: Ad Dayr, Lobshikh, Senj
Contact: John Smith 602-992-7137
Griffes de la Nuit
Drake Buckingham and his ghost ships floated above Shekh,
scaring villagers and farm animals but not the Vahlgaarte with their weird
sounds (Map N). Lillith Priapus went on a diet but it didn't help
much, in Dosiludot (Map N). Francesca Clarke and her craft remained
docked at the Isle of Sam (Map E).
ADDED REGIONS: none
Open for a Player Contact: Thad Plate for details
The Fourth Rhynchocephalian Order of the Sphenedon
Runge-Kutta (Map R) scrambled his 60 snakemen and 20
pteradon non-scouts to Idolche. Pika Pul brought 2 hill giants, 5 trolls,
10 pikemen, 7 storm giants and 1 battle eagle to the party. Elder Dragon
Crone Celalaith defended with 11 regular dragons, 2 griffons, 1 storm
giant, 1 battle eagle, 3 knights and 70 protectorate militia. Fighting in
jungle, Runge-Kutta was invincible and Celalaith eventually retreated with
minimal forces. After the victory, Ponsa was taken from Magog and
Minollo, a neutral, was conquered. Avogardo (Map A) diplomacized
Ruftalia after liberating it, then fought many Kaiel troops in Basich. The
Kaiel had hastily built a new fortress and gathered 2 elf knights, 61
knights, 10 war elephants, 70 swordsmen, 50 catapults to stop the reptiles.
Avogordo fought with 50 raptor packs, 3 tyrannosaurs, 8 pteradons, 30 war
elephants, 5 knights and 16 trolls. The Rynchocephalians had the
advantage all the time and let the trolls take the hits on the front line and
inflicted maximum damage scaling over the walls easy. After losing their
half their knights all their swordsmen and war elephants, the Kaiel gave up
and withdrew from the fastness. Serdikkas didn't diplomacize Bekhba, so
he beat them. He and his giants rumbled over to Khila and killed scores
there too. Irsad Sunga was hired. Roed and his fast reptiles ran over
Aulmas (Map L) then gained Rucroft and Edosh (map G). Undead
Everjanet riding the Witch's Broom (Map O) and leading an airbourne
force did not diplomacize Omis and Psusotl. Nervi Uopher with his 3
friages, 7 lanteens, 8 dwarf axemen, 30 dwarf crossbows and 8 dwarf
phlanx stopped by Arcadian Ghesarch. Pika Pul teleported the big
iguana to Idolche. Then he went with his own army to take Huaracal (Map
R). Irsad Sunga, a human male snake-charmer, is in Khinla (Map S).
ADDED REGIONS: Idolche, Ponsa, Khinla, Huaracal, Minollo,
Bakhba, Aulmas, Rucroft, Edosh, Ruftalia, Basich
PROTECTORATE: Idolche, Ponsa, Minollo, Bakhba, Aulmas,
Rucroft, Ruftalia, Achi-Achi, Coelmuth, Crebic, Holij, Vaupher
Contact: Earl Solper 602-921-3716
RAMPAGING BEAST: A noxious imp pesters the villages of Al
Ki'ekdas, Map N.
Vahlgaarte
Bob teleported himself to Kir and began his attacks. He was
outnumbered but his troops were fearsome and won the night both in Kir
and Toshji (Map S). Prince Desmodius got to Kaoneva and hired Lin
Xing (Map X). General Desmodius and his dragon smothered with
fire, little Babia. Wen Chiang went to Jinzhai with 2 dragons, 18
vampires, 16 stormguards, 6 rangers and 3 undead knights. Meletta's old
army of 1 eagle, 5 crossbowdwarves, 6 ogres, 3 hill giants, 1 siegedwarf
were there, but lost the fight. They fled to Shangcheng. Wen Chiang then
conqured Minggang (Map X). Cao Cao entered and conquered Jongku
(Map T). He is now in Chowian. Elder Dragon Ruchah left Giltez and
scared Shekh into submission. Ling Xin, a human female mystic, is in
Kaoneva (Map X).
ADDED REGIONS: Kir, Toshji, Babia, Minggang, Jongku,
Shekh, Jinzhai
MADE PROTECTORATE: all added regions
Contact: David Vasiloff 602-935-7006
Chohashi Shogunate
Lady Shogun Takeda Hitomi stayed in Chohashi (Map T).
Takeda Yoshi no move Gusumika (Map T). Yamamoto
Sukishuma watches Ts'la with a force of 15 knights, 30 dragoons, 1
pteradon, 2 rangers and 4 shamen bands (Map U). The Short Guys
continued their rampage.
LOST REGIONS: Fabemi
Contact: Scott Micheel warden@Rt66.com
Elvish Estate of Efune
Corillean clocked Mosapi, then ran rampant over Meidao and
Ahu (Map Y). Itoke gathered troops at Teka. Avariell teleported to
Zud (Map O). Naito Masutoya's forces gained control of Sopero, Heiri
and Fixua. Naito then died of old age (Map O & T). Pingou-Ka went to
Peloreo. Sardior Dragonlord flew to Lutifoka and found clues to that
alien space ship in Urrari.
ADDED REGIONS: Mosapi, Meidao, Ahu, Sopero, Heiri, Fixua
MADE PROTECTORATE: all added regions
Contact: John Schmid 412-441-6159 magus@netcom.com
FREE PERSONAGE: Udacach, a dwarf male diplomat, is in Nachar, Map P (515ch).
FREE PERSONAGE: Stumpy Fred, a dwarf male general, is in Nachar, Map P (p644).
Khanate of Rimadaho
Khatun Kristen Necros patrolled the Amber Point with frigates
(map 1). Barogud and 16 knights, 16 war wagons and 10 hill giants
attacked the fortified 30 saurians knights, 9 battle apes at Layada. After a
couple rounds of battle, the Djeme troops surrendered and were disarmed
(map V). Ontawr attacked the island of Sahufata. He moved to the
Haunt of Jitkerpapa Raja (Map W). Jihaska Ny found runes, Vamilrala
(who joined), a metaspell, a jewel golf ball and some keys in her searches
through Yahi, Asuna and Baraha (Map V). Jimanda Ny had a quiet time
but she found an item that might make Little Goosha like her. Danratti
attacked Pelunka and Ison. No time for Rikal. Uwaham slammed Galara
and took command of Kovala. Ishanna was busy looking for stuff. She
found a key, a golf club and a cookie. They just don't make closets big
enough to store all the stuff Rimadaho found.
ADDED REGIONS: Sahufata, Ifalahopa, Pelunka, Ison, Galara,
Kovala, Layada
MADE PROTECTORATE: Sahufata, Ifalahopa, Pelunka, Ison,
Galara, Kovala, Daraheba
REGIONS LOST: Famino, Sawira
Contact: Dave Welches 602-890-2560 ciboney@ix.netcom.com
The Plague
Justice slogged to Tarahe. He put more straw in his body and
learned a few things about magic. Marshal Drakus marched 6 orc
slingers and 55 zombies to invade Rimadaho land: Famino and Sawira.
Baron Toril got into Rebisi and made them pay (map 2).
ADDED REGIONS: Famino, Sawira, Rebesi
PROTECTORATE: all added regions
OBJECTIVE ACHIEVED: Haunted
Contact: Marcus Chittenden 602-994-3054 (4-6pm) marcus@goodnet.com
Elf-Nam
Emperor Uzhang the Drow sat on Bounme. Baileya herded
in Mackel. Duc Fu and Shin Shai are also in Bounme.
LOST REGION: Jinzhai
Open for a Player Contact: Thad Plate for details
FREE PERSONAGE: Blurni, a dwarf male spy, is in Kapu, Map U.
Will not work for the Short Guys (p550st).
FREE PERSONAGE: Waltanal, a gnome male legendary adventurer, is at Dakto. Map X & 3 (p8A5).
FREE PERSONAGE: Pikatatatuta, a gnome male marshal, is in Treli, Map U (p964).
FREE PERSONAGE: Rud Thamad, a human male mystic, is in Fafatsan, Map U (p357).
FREE PERSONAGE: Doenned, a dwarf male adventurer, is in Kaoneva, Map U (p455).
Black Empire of Tor Sirok
Jakarl Unger is a prisoner in a Dw'elf gaol. Dornan stayed in
Kube.
LOST REGIONS: Mus Kurapa, Mus Haja
Open for a Player Contact: Thad Plate for details
Elves of Evot
Camille was taken prisoner in Bulpok after the battle there.
Lord Callis hummed in Lowdrom. Gurn is in Shipoy to do some turkey
knocking.
LOST REGIONS: Leezith, Suzpel, Blueb, Counsan, Iztha,
Bulpok
Open for a Player Contact: Thad Plate for details
Fertile Kingdom of Djema
Izam the Fin and his 25 raptors stayed in Thocal. Jack the
Ripper is in Hunrob. Madame Josephine flies above the Dangerous
Shark Sea.
LOST REGIONS: Layada
Open for a Player Contact: Thad Plate for details
Templars of Jalingo
King Lazaar and Lady Thornak are in Nongkhai. Lazaar III
did not move from Iglulu.
LOST REGIONS: Kanaga
Open for a Player Contact: Thad Plate for details
Ssaptian Conquests
King 'Saruss plus 40 dinosaur knights crossed into Kanaga and
won the day there against a Templar protectorate. He found two things:
the dragon-kin leader Zashrunda and a box of 'Star Wars' cards. Issaion's
raptors got to Morveni to find nothing. Quarter spent the whole time in
Yamosso casting his spell. It almost failed.
ADDED REGIONS: Kanaga
PROTECTORATE: the same
Contact: Dave Pettit
FREE PERSONAGE: The Grandmaster of Assassins, a male gnome hit-man, is in Ganta, Map 3. He is tough to hire outright. Is easier to hire the AGM on a per turn basis, or to do a particular job (p133, +5 might in duels).
FREE PERSONAGE: Kasinatha the Lusty, a human female swordswoman, is in Tahel, Map 2 (p452c4).
FREE PERSONAGE: Nbuldada, a human male monk, is in Linnee, Map 2 (p244).
FREE PERSONAGE: Alph Curot, a human male warlord, is in Doleg, Map Z (p656).
FREE PERSONAGE: Zashrunda, a dragon-kin male adventurer, is in Kanaga, Map 3 (p253fb).
Arcadia, the Throne of Sardior
Wooglin Tisis of the Evil Eye could no longer be seen.
The gnome lady Taklo Dragonrider is in Kuki (Map 5). Viiglin
Tisis and his flight are now above the Mar Du Balat (Map 5). Tkon the
Elder sailed around the Xerxan Sea (Map J). Libbit Big Nose just
made it to Ulspra (map B). Boris the Gnome relaxed at Sluelis (Map
B). Berry took five at Misoe (Map 9).
REGIONS ADDED: Lobshikh
MADE PROTECTORATE: the same
REGIONS LOST: Oyow, Nuncka, Hacopi
Contact: Pat Mills imcmag@enet.net
FREE PERSONAGE: Former Vorinan Heir, Vorino the Wait, a human male admiral, has escaped to Hidur, Map 6, will not work for Dw'elf or Kaiel (p641ad).
FREE PERSONAGE: Karkaboka, a male human admiral, is at Leghorn, Map 6 (p641ad). Owns Bronze Armor.
FREE PERSONAGE: King Shagrup, an evil male human general, is in Te Anou, Map 8 (p745). Owns Jula's Machete.
FREE PERSONAGE: Mother Heela, a female saurian teacher, is at Harma (Map 6). p3A9.
Tartarus
Drowlord Nergal crept in Kerer. Ereshkigal rummaged not at
Khefa. Darth Vador fixed located in Nishaj. Jicha painted her
fingernails at Khefa.
ADDED REGIONS: none
Contact: Tim Solper
Black Adder Kingdom
King Harry drank vinegar in Tongren. Edmund the Black
Adder and Baldric wreaked havoc in Yaan. Prince George squandered
his leg (also in Yaan). Bubba found no good stuff in Yaan. Iovihup
shot crows in Tongren.
ADDED REGIONS: none
Open for a Player Contact: Thad Plate for details
CHANGES TO THE MAPSET.
These are changes that occur due to game play.
Map K: Chikaid has a Necropolis (np)
Map O and T: Eli =Elia
Map V: Kamu is now a woodland (w), Magopo is now a desert (d), Goji is now
desert and Ideputsa is a Ruined City. Layada is jungle (j)
Map Y: Fakora has a saurian city (sc)
Black Empire ©1996 Wanderer Games
All contents of this Newletter is ©1996 Plate Games
The Ranking List: Imperial Strength
1. Kaiel
2. Rynchocephalia\
3. Huzjeska
4. Aztlan
5. Ninkul
6. Dw'elf
7. Goudiz
8. Arcadia
9. Magog
10. Rudeltaktik
11. Wings
12. Djeme
13. Stillon
14. Short Guys
15. Tatarus
16. Ssaptia
17. Vahlgaarte
18. Plague
19. Karakorum
20. Efune
21. Elf-Nam
22. Rimadaho
23. Kraagenmark
24. Chohashi
25. Tor Sirok
26. Templars
27. Griffes
28. Blackadder
29. Iygtaol
30. Ihuem
31. Evot