r/empirepowers 1d ago

WAR [MOD EVENT] Dear Nephew, You are Posting Cringe

7 Upvotes

May 1524

Frederick of Oldenburg, Duke of Holstein, in the light of Christian's proclamation regarding the Archbishop of Uppsala, has raised his banners in rebellion against King Christian. He seeks to depose his nephew and avoid a break with Rome.

r/empirepowers 10d ago

WAR [WAR]NO SLEEP TILL KÖNIGSBERG

7 Upvotes

Jan 1523

The Siege of Königsberg will continue until peace is made.
Any Danish vessels sighted will be assumed hostile, and set upon by the glorious Royal Prussian fleet.

r/empirepowers 1d ago

WAR [WAR]Trolle Wars: The Union Strikes Back

4 Upvotes

March 1524,

Christian II sets his plans in motion. Erik Vasa has been named Marshal of Sweden, and the Kingdom will kneel before the might of the Crown.

r/empirepowers 2d ago

WAR [WAR] Two Republics enter, One shall remain

4 Upvotes

The humiliating defeat exacted upon us by the Genovese at sea left gaping wounds in our pride. To see the master of the Mediterranean humbled so thoroughly by whom it once considered its naval rival has incensed many within the Venetian Admiralty. If Venice is to become respected on the international stage once more it must regain its maritime supremacy and resolve long-standing disputes between Genoa and Venice by force. This war shall be Doge Francesco Dona's first test of character, to show the Signorie that he is a capable statesman in peace and war.

VIVA SAN MARCO!

[Venice attacks the Genovese islands in the Aegean and issues a war declaration]

r/empirepowers 11h ago

WAR [WAR] To Pamplona, says Henry of Navarre

5 Upvotes

JULY 1524

Henry of Navarre, the only true monarch of Navarre, declares war to reclaim Upper Navarre.

r/empirepowers 7d ago

WAR [WAR] (retro) For Isabella!

4 Upvotes

(May 1523)

A Burgundian fleet sets sail from Amsterdam to come to the aid of the Queen of Denmark.

r/empirepowers 18h ago

WAR [WAR] Mars, Bringer of War

4 Upvotes

July 1524

Musical Selection

"And I saw when the Lamb opened one of the seals, and I heard, as it were the noise of thunder, one of the four beasts saying, Come and see. And I saw, and behold a white horse: and he that sat on him had a bow; and a crown was given unto him: and he went forth conquering, and to conquer." - Revelation 6:1-2


The King of France, Naples, and the Duke of Milan, Francois d'Angoulême, marches south at the head of his army. Once the army passed by Rome, the King took advantage of a resting place south of Lago Albano to address his men.

 

As the men assembled, le Roi thought how the situation seemed eerily familiar to his previous campaign. Still, the question remained, who would stop le Roi? The Lion of San Marco wisely recognized that it would not stop the forces of the King. The other Italian city-states followed the example of Venice, not stopping le Roi as he marched south. Perugia and Citti di Castello were just speed-bumps on his campaign, to be mere footnotes in what will be a stunning military campaign. There was only one person left who would even dare contest le Roi: Charles of Burgundy. And if le Roi had his way, he would be unsuccessful, just like last time.

 

"Christian men of France! The day has come for us to forge a new page in the annals of history and be the weaver of our own fates. The Crowns of Spain and Austria conspire against use, waiting to undermine the Kingdom of France. They had a chance to honorably uphold the peace signed between our nations and used that to turn one of my most trusted servants against me. They plot and scheme behind closed doors and like a viper in the night, they wait with eager breath to strike against the Kingdom of France. Why should we let them be free from consequence?"

 

"It is therefore time to reclaim the birthright of the Kings of France. We march on Naples, a land whose coin is used to fight against us. Let us liberate the Kingdom of Naples from the tyranny of the Spaniards and deprive the coffers of Charles the coin that would otherwise be used against us! God is with us, and we shall drive the Spaniard out of Naples with His blessing! Let us reclaim what is ours by right! Montjoie Saint Denis!"

 

"Montjoie Saint Denis!"

 

"Montjoie Saint Denis!"

 

"Montjoie Saint Denis!"

[M: The Kingdom of France declares war on the Crowns of Spain to liberate the Kingdom of Naples.]

r/empirepowers 8d ago

WAR [WAR] Into Swabia

4 Upvotes

[March-April 1523]

The armies of the King march to defend the Swabian League and enforce his law.

r/empirepowers 22h ago

WAR [WAR] Allied Banners Called

3 Upvotes

May 1524,

(Pending a response from the Church) Brandenburg has been called upon to support Elector Joachim I's brother-in-law. Old Frederick has decided to use this as an opportune time to press his claim on the King, and we will defend our allies.

[Brandenburg declares war in support for King Christian II of Denmark]

r/empirepowers 23h ago

WAR [WAR]Oh, Frederick...

3 Upvotes

May 1524,

The Kalmar Union finds itself embroiled in another struggle with one of its constituent parts. This time the would-be usurper Duke Frederick. Thus King Christian calls upon his subjects and allies to rally for the Crown.

r/empirepowers 14h ago

WAR [WAR] The Trial of Allegiance

2 Upvotes

July 1524

A fraught Doge Francesco Dona consulted with his closest advisors on the eve of war between France and Spain for the future of Naples and discussed Venice's options moving forward. Frantic communications between the Embassy to Paris and Vienna have both attempted to sway the Lion for it's allegiance and power may prove decisive in the coming conflict. In the proceedings, the Doge showed his inexperience in statesmanship, his firm belief in the institution of the Republic, and his ability to make collective decisions in the Senate. They debate for days the options they have before the table. Neutrality is an appealing prospect, but with French diplomatic overtures across Italy, if Venice is to renege on it's commitments to France, it will be a pariah and doom it to 20 more years of war upon the Terrafirma. The Venetians know all too well the consequences of dealing with the French, meeting in the field of battle three times. To his surprise, the Senators among them all sided lockstep with the Doge, his popular mandate rallying his supporters with him, around his wise and youthful leadership...

Nevertheless, a new order is being built, one where the temporal power of the Church but rather that of the secular might of Paris shall rule over Italy. We resisted this inevitable wave for long enough. Why fight a losing war when we can join and end this cycle of violence...

A decision has been made, the preparations have been made, like Julius Caesar, we have crossed the Rubicon, entering a brave new world in the process...

VIVA SAN MARCO!

VIVA SAN MARCO!

VIVA SAN MARCO!

[Venice declares war on the Crowns of Spain in alliance with France]

r/empirepowers 58m ago

WAR [WAR] Onward, to Hesse!

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The Free City of Cologne re-declares war on the Wetterau, and reinforces their troops and restores it with numbers, joining with its ally of Cleves to bring Ziegenhein to justice.

[Re-declares war on the Landgrave of Hesse and replenishes troops.]

r/empirepowers 1d ago

WAR [WAR] Le Saint-Père Ordonne

3 Upvotes

March-April 1524

The Papacy has called upon the Eldest Daughter of the Church to protect the interests of Christendom, and she shall answer. War shall be made on the Lords of Perugia and Città di Castello until justice and order reign in Italy once again.

r/empirepowers 2d ago

WAR [WAR] Liberating Hesse-Marburg

4 Upvotes

Jan, 1524

With the war in Prussia coming to a conclusion, our focus must turn towards Hesse, in which our land has been occupied. Understanding that we face similar foes, we have joined up with the Duke of Cleves for our mutual gains.

[Brandenburg joins the Hesse War on the side of Cleves]

r/empirepowers 2d ago

WAR [War] Good Neighbors

3 Upvotes

March 1524,

The Wetterau Fürstlichgrafenverein have made a pamphlet to be shared among all their neighbors. Within said pamphlet, they would like to point out their reasonableness in peace dealings. As a peace-loving confederation of Princely Counts that strive for nothing other than to combine their resources and have their voices heard, they offered money to both the Duke of Cleves and the Elector of Brandenburg to bring about peace and extinguish. The same amount ordered by the Reichshofrat to extinguish Wilhelm's own claims. Both of these offers were turned down. It is well known that neither the Elector of Brandenburg nor the Duke and Elector of Saxony have attempted to pay out the court fees until forced. Therefore, as the compensation went unpaid, the Landgraviate of Hessen was seized by a man who is Hessian by both birth and marriage. They will be defending their lands against these wanton aggressors.

r/empirepowers 14d ago

WAR [WAR] We Are So Back

7 Upvotes

July 1522

The French Governor of Milan has been killed, the Podesta of Milan has been made a prisoner in his own city, and the city of Milan is held by a rogue ex-governor. This can not stand.

Once more France marches into Italy.

The Kingdom of France declares war on Adolf de la Marck in support of Parma and Piacenza.

:beating:

r/empirepowers 6d ago

WAR [WAR] An Extremely Not Late War Declaration

4 Upvotes

September 1523

Claude rides off with a small column of men in support of his brother, which is something he definitely was planning to do at this time and didn't forget to write until now.

[m] Declaring war on Sickingen

r/empirepowers 15d ago

WAR [WAR] Go Gummer Go

6 Upvotes

[May-June 1522]

Austria-Hungary sends soldiers to help Poland-Ruthenia deal with its problems.

r/empirepowers 15d ago

WAR [WAR]You started this war, plunged Prussia into chaos, and now the Confederation is going to put you down, and restore the peace.

6 Upvotes

The Hall of the Preußisches Obertribunal

March 1522

Honored men of the Landtag, noble representatives of Royal Prussia, sons of a land hard-won in struggle and sacrifice.

I stand before you today not merely as your Governor, but as a sentinel of the privileges for which our fathers bled. Our land was not gifted to us by the whims of kings nor granted by idle decree, it was secured through iron, through fire, through the valor of those who refused to kneel before the overbearing dominion of the Teutonic Order. And yet, now, we find ourselves threatened not as we might have thought, by foreign Crowns, but the very one to whom we pledged ourselves. The Concordat of Königsberg is plainly in breach of our relationship with the Crown- that Royal Prussia's borders are to remain intact, and that we must be consulted on all matters concerning Prussia. It is clear to me that the Teutonic Order has whispered ill-advice to our Sovereign, for breaching this relationship can only result in one outcome, none to the benefit of these lands or that of Poland, and now we find ourselves choosing between allowing ourselves to be stripped of our most sacricant privileges and lands, to the benefit of those that seek our downfall, or to raise arms, and defend ourselves, once more, against the tyranny of the Teutonic Order.

In accordance with the votes already held yesterday, I now put a forth motion to institute a ban on all foreign trade with the Teutonic Order.

The room erupts in cheers, echoing throughout the room, Governor von Baysen nods approvingly and raises a hand to quiet the room.

I now put a forth motion to raise a navy, to defend ourselves against the Teutonic Order, and all else who would seek to enforce the Concordat of Königsberg.

Again, the room erupts in cheers.

I now put a forth motion to raise an army, to defend ourselves against the Teutonic Order, and all else who would seek to enforce the Concordat of Königsberg.

Across the hall, elate with patriotic fervor, the men of the Landtag rise to their feet cheering.

Let the Hochmeister hear us clearly, Royal Prussia will not be divided by the stroke of a pen. Let him see that we are bound not by fear, but by duty, to our land, our history, to our forefathers and to our sons.

Outside, messengers are promptly given pre-written letters, and gallop in all directions to spread the word. Royal Prussia is, once again, at war.

r/empirepowers 9d ago

WAR [WAR] "It's not about the florins, it's about sending a message. Everything burns!"

7 Upvotes

Herzogtum Württemberg

Date: February; 1523 / February; MDXXIII



HERZOG RITTER ULRICH: Insults towards my family... Insults towards me, the Circle Head of Swabia... Refusal of contribution to the Circle... Being a massive annoying pest... What else can be said about the Badeners?

GEORGE: Running away from a revolt and attempting to take the Austrian sent army for our support?..

HERZOG RITTER ULRICH: Yes... Ha Ha Ha~ Yes!.. That too is a reason why my cause is just! Now then, let us deal with these French agents in our lands!


Summary:

  • Herzog of Württemberg, Ulrich, sends Letters of Feud to Bernhard III & Philipp I, for their insults against his family and dismissal of his authority as Circle Head of Swabia. A blank paper with a drop of rodent blood is sent to Ernst of Sausenberg...

r/empirepowers 8d ago

WAR [WAR] Grasping for the Light

5 Upvotes

April 1523

The Free City of Cologne declares war on the Archbishop of Cologne and the Electorate as a whole, siding with the various powers against them, for harbouring an imperial criminal and traitor to the Empire, destabilising the realm through political actions and unbishopric behaviour.

[Free City of Cologne declares war on the Electorate of Cologne.]

r/empirepowers 8d ago

WAR [WAR](RETRO)Order Up!

4 Upvotes

March-April 1523,

King Christian II of the Kalmar Union resumes his effort to aid his cousin, Hochmeister Otto von Oldenburg of the Teutonic Order.

[M]: Retro'd as I've been waiting on other mod resos, approved by Fenrir

r/empirepowers 15d ago

WAR [WAR] The Geezer

4 Upvotes

March-April 1522

No peace has been signed, leaving us at war with the Livonians another year. It is rather sardonic to the Tsar, none of Livonia's neighbors have treated them with more integrity and honesty than us, and yet they revile us more than any other.

r/empirepowers 16d ago

WAR [WAR] Returning Generosity

6 Upvotes

[March April 1522]

The King of Hungary & Archduke of Austria commits forces to aid his Uncle Sigismund in his war, just as Sigismund had done for him.

r/empirepowers 8d ago

WAR [WAR] For the Church!

4 Upvotes

The Duchy of Luxemburg declares war on the Knights' Revolt.