My first turn is complete! Here follows a summary of the years 270 to 260BC:
Military -
A small army under Prince Pharnaces set out to conquer Nicomedia. They were successful in starving the town to submission.
Spartocus led a band of light cavalry out and set up watch on the only bridge between the homeland and Armenia. The guard force has been steadily receiving reinforcements since then.
Now bolstered with reinforcements from home, Pharnaces set out to conquer Ancyra. The stubborn barbarians there wouldn't go out with a fight, but they soon learned the consequences of resisting Pontic spears! Seven men were lost.
The smell of Greek treachery was discovered in Nicomedia. Pharnaces' forces were moved into a defensive position in that region. He hired some mercs.
Diplomacy -
Trade rights obtained from the Greeks, Seleucids, Armenians, Parthians, and a full alliance was established with Egypt.
Construction -
A mix of buildings being contructed. A City Barracks has been constructed at Sinope, with Cavalry Stables already purchased and in the works.
Financial -
Profits are up around 2000 per turn.
Next turn ends at Summer 250BC
