September 206 Invasion of Zhou Mingli

[ann]

Xiang Jun, Deng Yue, and Zhao Nu combine their armies and launch a Provincial Invasion of all Zhou Mongli's holdings!

Joint Invasion Force:

Armies: 1st Changsha Expedition Force (13,580(67)), 2nd Jiujiang Expeditionary Force (4,800(35)), Personal Army of Zhao Nu in Jiujiang (2,046(51)), Personal Army of Deng Yue in Jiujiang (10,000(61))
Target: Provincial Holdings of Zhou Mingli in Jiujiang (PROVINCIAL CAMPAIGN)


Melee Commander: Xu Huang (General);95-79-16-69-18/Discipline II, Gongshu II, Instructor II, Jianshu I, Qiangshu II, Sortie II
Sub-Commander: Xiang Jun (Prefect);37-88-32-77-64/Challenge I, Gongshu I, Intimidate II, Jianshu II, Qiangshu II, Smith II, Yueshu II/Items: Xiang Yu's Old Sword (+2 Might), Leather Cuirass (+1 Might), Imperial Tally (+2 Cha, Jewelry), Zao Xing's Axe (+1 Might, unequipped), Zao Xing's Armor (+1 Might, unequipped), Horse (Speed +1)
Sub-Commander: Gui Changlei (Chief Aide);88-85-37-50-34/Challenge I, Charge II, Gongshu II, Instructor I, Qiangshu II, Volley II
Sub-Commander: Zhao Nu; 81-91-53-66-57/Aid I, Challenge II, Discipline I, Qiangshu I, Smith I, Wall II Horse Spd +3, Javelins, Billhook Might +7, Book of Maneuvers Com +2, Armor +3 Might
Sub-Commander: Shi Jin; 82-92-23-64-23/Aid II, Faze II, Maraud II, Military Administrator, Pierce II, Raid II
Soldiers: 15,168(66)
Armaments: 15,168 Pi Spears

Support Commander: Tian Guo (Lieutenant General); 76-17-89-69-20/ Confuse II, Engineer II, Military_Admin II, Poison II, Scout II, Scribe I
Sub-Commander: Bieren Lan; 51-64-73-55-63/Assemble I, Entangle I, Instructor I, Jeer I, Propagandist I, Public_Planner I, Raid I, Scribe I
Sub-Commander: Wen Zhe; 82-90-20-64-23/ Aid II, Escort II, Instructor II, Maraud II, Qiangshu I, Raid II
Sub-Commander: Pang Qingyue; 42-19-71-64-81/Aid I, Diplomat I, Engineer I, Poison II, Rupture I
Sub-Commander: Qu Wen 59-77-34-73-66 Aid I, Artisan II, Decoy I, Intimidate I, Maraud I, Pierce I, Volley I
Soldiers: 5,258(61)
Armaments: 3,002 Leather Armor, 347 Javelins

Supply Commander: Deng Ka 81-73-69-48-46 Assemble II, Deride I, Instructor I
Soldiers: 10,000(46)

This battle has been assigned to Zhao Ren! Defenders?

[Zhao Ren]

A defense post is requested to be posted within 24 hours!

[Zhou Yu]

Armies: Dongcheng Garrison - 12875(81) merge with Crown Guard 10712(49) = 23587(66)
Target: Defense


Melee Commander: Qiao Hong(General) 78-89-66-74-48 Aid II, Charge I, Instructor I, Jeer I, Scout II, Yueshu II
Sub-Commander: Ai Dai 71-76-55-21-72 Assemble I, Diplomat I, Faze I, Intimidate I, Politician I
Sub-Commander: Huo Chi 54-68-67-61-56 Haste I, Inspire II, Pierce I, Trainer II, Yueshu I
Sub-Commander: Liao Mu 63-52-52-77-50 Delay I, Maraud II, Propagandist I, Public_Planner I
Sub-Commander: Wandai Hin 68-65-69-47-56 Charge II, Qiangshu I, Smith II, Sortie I
Soldiers: 17,000(66)
Armaments:

Support Commander: Zhou Xiaoli 42-22-95-80-50 Confuse II, Decoy II, Doctor I, Entangle II, Jeer II, Scribe III
Sub-Commander: Teng Lou 58-73-55-33-52 Cover I, Entrench I, Jeer I, Saboteur II, Smith I, Trainer I, Yueshu I
Sub-Commander: Gang Sima 68-68-67-68-68 Aid I, Entrench I, Politician I, Smith I, Volley II
Sub-Commander: Zhou Ni 70-66-60-72-52 Civil_Admin II, Decoy I, Escort I, Military_Admin I, Rupture I
Sub-Commander: Zao Fou 55-46-74-63-70 Assemble I, Civil_Admin I, Cover II, Jeer II, Rupture I
Soldiers: 6,587(66)
Armaments: 2,145 Leather Armor, 2145 spears

More expected to reinforce. If I made error please let me know staff.(Edited to fix errors)

[Zhao Ren]

There's one error there. Zhou Xiaoli can't lead the Support layer unless s/he has a rank that puts him/her above Prefect according to the battle rules.

[Kymvir Raemiz]

Qiao "Black Snake" Hong sat on his horse grumbling. He's started out in the province simply killing bandits. Or people who looked like bandits. Or people who he thought were a bit bandit-ish. Then he started working for his moneybags friend Zhou Mongli, who had helped him out in building his anti-bandit army.

Now he found himself in a massive battle. Some guy who definitely didn't seem very bandit-like was coming to attack Zhou's city, and ruin Zhou's ability to make bags of money and give them to Hong so he could keep working on making the army bigger. That made Hong pretty angry.

He rode out in front of his men before the marched from the city. "Zhou Mongli gave us horses and gold when we had nothing. Now someone wishes to take his horses and gold! I'm not going to let them happen. Like my grandfather "Black Tiger" Hong, I will destroy those who face me, or my name isn't "Black Snake" Hong!

With that, he rode from the city with his army, as a good 85% of his army, who weren't with him before the kingdom was created, wonder what he was talking about.

[Wen Xu]

Army: Shouchun Garrison
Target: Reinforce Zhou Mingli

Commander: Fan Shuo 64-47-80-65-57 Decoy I, Diplomat I, Entrench I, Escort I, Inspire I, Military_Admin I, Politician II
Subcommander: Shuo Shi 76-59-65-59-58 Diplomat I, Envelop I, Escort I, Gongshu I, Jeer I, Politician I, Saboteur I, Yueshu I
Soldiers: 10844(65.000000)
Armaments: 2727 spears, 1339 javelins, 500 bows, 500 crossbows, 2749 leather

Arrive Engagement 2

[Zhao Ren]

Tactics to me within 24 hours! Confirming that, indeed, Wen Xu's reinforcements only arrive on the second engagement.

[Zhao Ren]

OOC: Nothing like writing a battle at midnight while listening to Spanish renaissance music.

The Battle of the Yunmeng Marsh, September 206 BC

Amassing his armies in Jiujiang and Changsha, the former Chief Aide and kinsman to the Hegemon King decided to march on the prosperous city of Dongcheng, which lied upon the Great River. With a host of twenty thousand men, supplied by ten thousand lent to him by the victim of so many Chu attacks, Deng Yue, Xiang Jun entrusted his grand army to the General Xu Huang. Zhou Mingli, who had seized control of the city of Dongcheng from the corrupt administrator, Qu Chi, found himself in a rather difficult position. Knowing the vigilante, "Black Snake" Hong, to be a reliable man, Zhou Mingli called upon him for his services. "Black Snake" Hong, whose force of men was established with Zhou Mingli's help, was unable to refuse the request. With twenty-three thousand men, Zhou Mingli felt confident he would be able to defend his lands. Even more so upon hearing that, to the east, the Administrator of Shouchun, Wen Xu, was sending ten thousand more men. These two forces met upon the Yunmeng Marsh in the early days of September 206 BC.

Xiang Jun, proud and confident, rode to the fore of his army. With but a small detachment, he drew an aged blade and pointed it towards the encampment of the forces of Dongcheng. In a bold voice, he called for the self-proclaimed general, challenging the "Black Snake" Hong to a duel. Perhaps preoccupied, perhaps knowing of Xiang Jun's prowess against worthy opponents, "Black Snake" Hong offered no reply to Xiang Jun, but merely continued his preparations for the massive battle ahead of him. Xiang Jun scowled and rode back to his own troops, displeased that he would not be able to fight the Black Snake. Though some thought it was prudent of the lawman to ignore the noble Xiang Jun, some began to have the slightest bit of doubt in their cause.

Calling upon his officers, both civil and martial, for a council of war, Xiang Jun sought out the advise of the best and brightest of his men. Which was not saying too much. When asked what to do in this most important moment, the response Xiang Jun got was naught but silence for several minutes. Eventually, the general Tian Guo, spoke up, recalling how effective the defense of Pingyang against the forces of Zhao Lang was but a few months ago. Perhaps ignorant of how Pingyang had fallen nonetheless, the officers and officials all nodded their heads, murmuring their approvals. Then Tian Guo realized the problem in his plan. How would they get to the supplies of the enemy. Thinking long and hard, the council was about to adjourn when General Xu Huang proclaimed, "Yunmeng Marsh is all farmland! That is where Administrator Zhou will get his supplies from! We must raze it to the ground!" Finding this to be quite ingenious, Xiang Jun accepted the idea and put the plan into action. Keeping only Xu Huang, Bieran Lan, and his Chief Aide, Gui Changle, with the main army, the rest were given detachments of troops and told to scour and ravage the countryside.

With the "Black Snake" Hong at the head of his army, Zhou Mingli's forces settled in upon the Great River to await the attacks of the enemy. The officer, Gang Sima, built up several earthenwork walls to fortify their positions along the riverside, all while the charming swordsman, Ai Dai, and the horse breeder, Huo Chi, rallied the men. The first assault came at dawn, one early September morn. Leading the vanguard, Gui Changle attempted to overcome the fortifications set up by Gang Sima. With the support of thousands of men behind him, he figured, how could he fail? The official, Zao Fou, as it turned out, would be the cause of this failure. Armed with remarkable spears, Zao Fou led his detachment of men to smash into the flank of Gui Changle's attack, successfully destroying what could have been an overwhelming attack. Xiang Jun growled in displeasure and commanded his support officer, Bieran Lan to do something. The reply? Bieran Lan was trying to think of a witty insult to deliver to the Black Snake. Fortunately, the General Xu Huang's control over his men was the stuff of legend, and though the attack failed, he was able to regain control of Xiang Jun's army.

Meanwhile, deep behind enemy lines, several parties of men under the command of Shi Jin, Wen Zhe, and Qu Wen were having quite some success raiding the countryside. Much of the farmland of Dongcheng was razed by the lightning fast attacks of those officers. Zhou Ni, an administrator of some talent, was the man Zhou Mingli had chosen to defend his supply line. Though Zhou Ni had little success against the assaults of those three brigands, he did manage to find Tian Guo and Pang Qingyue attempting to dam the river, denying Zhou Mingli his water source. With a superior force of men, Zhou Ni brushed aside his opposition, though Zhao Nu led a valiant effort to aid his comrades. Unfortunately, the damage of Shi Jin's attacks was not something Zhou Mingli could endure for long. He had managed to not only withstand Xu Huang's first assault, but managed to throw it back quite successfully. But would that be enough?

Allowing his army to lick its wounds, Xiang Jun rode forth with another small squad of men while Xu Huang rested his soldiers. Riding before the enemy lines, Xiang Jun reminded the enemy of the cowardice of the Black Snake, how he refused to duel with the former Chief Aide, but instead chose to allow the men of Dongcheng to die in droves. Of course, Xiang Jun did not mention that, at that point, more of his own men lie dead and dying in the swamp than that of Zhou Mingli. His taunt successful, Xiang Jun flashed a rakish grin and rode back to his own lines. All was not well, however. Perhaps to add insult to injury, or perhaps to get revenge upon the men of Xiang Jun for missing her original target, Zhou Xiaoli sent out a large battalion of men to attack Gui Changle's encampment. Ai Dai, having inspired the men over the past few days for this very task, simultaneously led an attack upon Xu Huang's personal guard. While the brave and disciplined general managed to repel the attack with ease, Gui Changle struggled against Zhou Xiaoli's men, and was saved only by the returning forces of Wen Zhe.

Though he had lost one of his few officers, Tian Guo continued on with the raids, supported by Shi Jin and Zhao Nu. Concentrating his forces, though allowing Shi Jin to keep his independent command, Tian Guo ordered a devastating attack upon the patrolling soldiers of Zhou Ni. Unable to carry out his orders, Zhou Ni watched in horror as the farmlands burned beneath the setting sun. With foraging growing increasingly less bountiful, it did not take the sagacious advice of Zhou Xiaoli for the Black Snake to realize that he was in a most troubling position. Abandoning his earthernworks, "Black Snake" Hong withdrew his men several li to the east before reforming his lines, Huo Chi proving instrumental in keeping the men together. It did not surprise him to see that Xu Huang pursued with some reservation, overrunning the town of Kaiwang and several outlying villages. Though Xiang Jun had struggled initially, it seemed the Royal Scion was having quite some success against the larger forces of his opponent.

Outside the township of Kaimang, the "Black Snake" Hong made his stand. Realizing that now would be a good time to attack, Xu Huang marshaled up his men for an attack. The two sides exchanged taunts and jeers, engaging in some propaganda warfare, with Xiang Jun again reminding the men of Dongcheng of the Black Snake's cowardice, and on the other side, with Zao Fou deriding Xiang Jun for his brutal and unethical conduct unbecoming of a gentleman. With the insults traded, the two sides both ordered an attack. Gui Changle again attempted to lead a charge against the enemy, only to falter beneath a larger wave of men led by the Yue barbarian, Wandai Hin. Though the momentum of the first attack was stopped, there was little the Black Snake could do to save Kaimeng while his men were weakening from fatigue and hunger. With growing displeasure for the campaign, the Black Snake ordered another withdrawal, retreating further towards Dongcheng.

With the Yanmeng Marsh burning from Tian Guo's raids, especially those under the command of the officer, Shi Jin, news arrived to the Royal Scion. Wen Xu's forces had arrived.

Combined Defense Post within 24 hours! Tactics due within 24 hours of that post!

Xiang Jun's Invasion Force Melee Layer: 8045 (85), 8045 Pi Spears
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force Support Layer: 5258 (66), 347 Javelins, 3002 Leather Armor
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force has 2756 captives right now.

Zhou Mingli's Defense Force Melee Layer: 7388 (44)
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force Support Layer: 6587 (58), 2145 Pi Spears, 2145 Leather Armor
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force has 1348 captives right now.
65% Supplies

Current Spoils: 4274 Pi Spears

Round One
Liao Mu attempts a Hinder, -23 chance of success.
It Fails.
Zhou Xiaoli attempts to Confuse Pang Qingyue, 71 chance of success.
It Fails.
Zhao Nu attempts to Succor Tian Guo, 81 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force's supply is 100.
Shi Jin attempts a Raid on the supplies, 90 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Wen Zhe attempts to Maraud against the supplies, 50 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Qu Wen attempts to Harry supplies, 17 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Tian Guo attempts to Poison supplies, 49 chance of success.
It Fails.
Pang Qingyue attempts to Contaminate supplies, 11 chance of success.
It Fails.
Zhou Ni Guides the supply wagons, 66 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force's supply is 79.

Xu Huang attempts to Discipline the Army, 90 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force's Melee morale is 76.
Teng Lou attempts to Taunt the enemy, -1 chance of success.
It Fails.
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force's Support morale is 61.

Bieran Lan attempts to Taunt the enemy, 15 chance of success.
It Fails.
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force's Melee morale is 63.
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force's Support morale is 63.

Gui Changlei attempts an Charge, 47 chance of success.
It Fails.
Zao Fou attempts to Cover the melee layer, 83 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Wandai Hin attempts an Charge, 10 chance of success.
It Fails.
Qiao Hong attempts an Rush, 14 chance of success.
It Fails.
Huo Chi attempts to Inspire the Army, 76 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Ai Dai attempts to Muster the soldiers, 72 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Gang Sima attempts to Fortify the Army, 90 chance of success.
It Succeeds.

Xiang Jun's Invasion Force Melee Layer:
Xu Huang suffers 3189 casualties, and has 11979 soldiers left.
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force Support Layer:
Tian Guo suffers 0 casualties, and has 5258 soldiers left.
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force captures 716 soldiers.

Zhou Mingli's Defense Force Melee Layer:
Qiao Hong suffers 3181 casualties, and has 13819 soldiers left.
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force Support Layer:
Zhou Xiaoli suffers 0 casualties, and has 6587 soldiers left.
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force captures 712 soldiers.

Updating Effectiveness based on Ploys
Regenerating Effectiveness using Morale and Charisma.
Xu Huang regenerates 8 effectiveness.
Xiang Jun regenerates 20 effectiveness.
Gui Changlei regenerates 12 effectiveness.
Zhao Nu regenerates 18 effectiveness.
Shi Jin regenerates 9 effectiveness.
Tian Guo regenerates -5 effectiveness.
Bieran Lan regenerates 4 effectiveness.
Wen Zhe regenerates -4 effectiveness.
Pang Qingyue regenerates 9 effectiveness.
Qu Wen regenerates 5 effectiveness.
Qiao Hong regenerates 3 effectiveness.
Ai Dai regenerates 9 effectiveness.
Huo Chi regenerates 5 effectiveness.
Liao Mu regenerates 3 effectiveness.
Wandai Hin regenerates 5 effectiveness.
Zhou Xiaoli regenerates 3 effectiveness.
Teng Lou regenerates 4 effectiveness.
Gang Sima regenerates 8 effectiveness.
Zhou Ni regenerates 4 effectiveness.
Zao Fou regenerates 8 effectiveness.
Checking for Captures/Injuries

Updating Armaments
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force's Melee Layer has 11979 Pi Spears, 0 Javelins, 0 Halberds, 0 Leather Armor, 0 Bronze Armor, 0 Horses, and 0 Chariots right now.
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force's Support Layer has 0 Pi Spears, 347 Javelins, 3002 Leather Armor, 0 Bows, 0 Crossbows, 0 Horses, and 0 Seige Engines right now.
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force's Melee Layer has 0 Pi Spears, 0 Javelins, 0 Halberds, 0 Leather Armor, 0 Bronze Armor, 0 Horses, and 0 Chariots right now.
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force's Support Layer has 2145 Pi Spears, 0 Javelins, 2145 Leather Armor, 0 Bows, 0 Crossbows, 0 Horses, and 0 Seige Engines right now.
Current Spoils: 1913 Pi Spears, 0 Halberds, 0 Javelins, 0 Leather Armor, 0 Bronze Armor, 0 Bows, 0 Crossbows, 0 Horses, 0 Chariots, and 0 Seige Engines.

Updating Soldiers and Captives
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force has 716 captives right now.
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force has 712 captives right now.

Zhou Mingli's Defense Force has won the round!

Updating Morale
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force's Melee Layer has a morale of 71
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force's Support Layer has a morale of 56
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force's Melee Layer has a morale of 68
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force's Support Layer has a morale of 68

Updating Supply

Round Two
Liao Mu attempts a Hinder, -20.24 chance of success.
It Fails.
Zhou Xiaoli attempts to Confuse Gui Changlei, 62.05 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Ai Dai attempts to Rattle Xu Huang, 25.38 chance of success.
It Fails.
Zhao Nu attempts to Succor Shi Jin, 81 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Qiao Hong attempts to Aid Zhou Xiaoli, 79.2 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Xu Huang Encamps to regain effectiveness.75 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Gui Changlei Encamps to regain effectiveness.75 chance of success.
It Fails.
Wen Zhe Encamps to regain effectiveness.75 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Wandai Hin victuals Wandai Hin, 100 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force's supply is 100.
Shi Jin attempts a Raid on the supplies, 84.6 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Qu Wen attempts to Harry supplies, 15.3 chance of success.
It Fails.
Tian Guo attempts to Poison supplies, 31.36 chance of success.
It Fails.
Pang Qingyue attempts to Contaminate supplies, 11 chance of success.
It Fails.
Zhou Ni Guides the supply wagons, 48.839999999999996 chance of success.
It Fails.
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force's supply is 70.

Zao Fou attempts to Jeer the enemy, 14.82 chance of success.
It Fails.
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force's Melee morale is 71.
Teng Lou attempts to Taunt the enemy, -0.89 chance of success.
It Fails.
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force's Support morale is 56.

Xiang Jun attempts to Intimidate the enemy, 50 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Bieran Lan attempts to Taunt the enemy, 13.35 chance of success.
It Fails.
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force's Melee morale is 58.
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force's Support morale is 68.

Huo Chi attempts to Inspire the Army, 57 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Gang Sima attempts to Fortify the Army, 56.7 chance of success.
It Fails.

Xiang Jun's Invasion Force Melee Layer:
Xu Huang suffers 2166 casualties, and has 9813 soldiers left.
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force Support Layer:
Tian Guo suffers 0 casualties, and has 5258 soldiers left.
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force captures 965 soldiers.

Zhou Mingli's Defense Force Melee Layer:
Qiao Hong suffers 3391 casualties, and has 10428 soldiers left.
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force Support Layer:
Zhou Xiaoli suffers 0 casualties, and has 6587 soldiers left.
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force captures 382 soldiers.

Updating Effectiveness based on Ploys
Regenerating Effectiveness using Morale and Charisma.
Xu Huang regenerates 3 effectiveness.
Xiang Jun regenerates 15 effectiveness.
Gui Changlei regenerates 7 effectiveness.
Zhao Nu regenerates 13 effectiveness.
Shi Jin regenerates 4 effectiveness.
Tian Guo regenerates -10 effectiveness.
Bieran Lan regenerates 1 effectiveness.
Wen Zhe regenerates -9 effectiveness.
Pang Qingyue regenerates 4 effectiveness.
Qu Wen regenerates 0 effectiveness.
Qiao Hong regenerates -1 effectiveness.
Ai Dai regenerates 4 effectiveness.
Huo Chi regenerates 1 effectiveness.
Liao Mu regenerates -2 effectiveness.
Wandai Hin regenerates 1 effectiveness.
Zhou Xiaoli regenerates 8 effectiveness.
Teng Lou regenerates 9 effectiveness.
Gang Sima regenerates 13 effectiveness.
Zhou Ni regenerates 9 effectiveness.
Zao Fou regenerates 13 effectiveness.
Checking for Captures/Injuries

Updating Armaments
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force's Melee Layer has 9813 Pi Spears, 0 Javelins, 0 Halberds, 0 Leather Armor, 0 Bronze Armor, 0 Horses, and 0 Chariots right now.
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force's Support Layer has 0 Pi Spears, 347 Javelins, 3002 Leather Armor, 0 Bows, 0 Crossbows, 0 Horses, and 0 Seige Engines right now.
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force's Melee Layer has 0 Pi Spears, 0 Javelins, 0 Halberds, 0 Leather Armor, 0 Bronze Armor, 0 Horses, and 0 Chariots right now.
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force's Support Layer has 2145 Pi Spears, 0 Javelins, 2145 Leather Armor, 0 Bows, 0 Crossbows, 0 Horses, and 0 Seige Engines right now.
Current Spoils: 3213 Pi Spears, 0 Halberds, 0 Javelins, 0 Leather Armor, 0 Bronze Armor, 0 Bows, 0 Crossbows, 0 Horses, 0 Chariots, and 0 Seige Engines.

Updating Soldiers and Captives
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force has 1681 captives right now.
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force has 1094 captives right now.

Xiang Jun's Invasion Force has won the round!

Updating Morale
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force's Melee Layer has a morale of 76
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force's Support Layer has a morale of 61
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force's Melee Layer has a morale of 53
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force's Support Layer has a morale of 63

Updating Supply

Round Three
Liao Mu attempts a Hinder, -16.33 chance of success.
It Fails.
Zhao Nu attempts to Succor Tian Guo, 79.38 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Wen Zhe attempts to Aid Gui Changlei, 80.1 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Qiao Hong attempts to Aid Qiao Hong, 50.400000000000006 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Ai Dai victuals Ai Dai, 100 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Huo Chi Encamps to regain effectiveness.75 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Zhou Xiaoli victuals Zhou Xiaoli, 100 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Teng Lou victuals Teng Lou, 100 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Gang Sima victuals Gang Sima, 100 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force's supply is 100.
Shi Jin attempts a Raid on the supplies, 61.2 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Qu Wen attempts to Harry supplies, 12.75 chance of success.
It Fails.
Tian Guo attempts to Poison supplies, 18.473 chance of success.
It Fails.
Pang Qingyue attempts to Contaminate supplies, 11 chance of success.
It Fails.
Zhou Ni Guides the supply wagons, 34.980000000000004 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force's supply is 65.

Xu Huang attempts to Discipline the Army, 90 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Zao Fou attempts to Jeer the enemy, 11.59 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force's Melee morale is 80.
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force's Support morale is 61.

Xiang Jun Threatens the enemy, 25.5 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Bieran Lan attempts to Taunt the enemy, 10.95 chance of success.
It Fails.
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force's Melee morale is 49.
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force's Support morale is 63.

Gui Changlei attempts an Charge, 38.399 chance of success.
It Fails.
Wandai Hin attempts an Charge, 10 chance of success.
It Succeeds.

Xiang Jun's Invasion Force Melee Layer:
Xu Huang suffers 1768 casualties, and has 8045 soldiers left.
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force Support Layer:
Tian Guo suffers 0 casualties, and has 5258 soldiers left.
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force captures 1075 soldiers.

Zhou Mingli's Defense Force Melee Layer:
Qiao Hong suffers 3040 casualties, and has 7388 soldiers left.
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force Support Layer:
Zhou Xiaoli suffers 0 casualties, and has 6587 soldiers left.
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force captures 254 soldiers.

Updating Effectiveness based on Ploys
Regenerating Effectiveness using Morale and Charisma.
Xu Huang regenerates 12 effectiveness.
Xiang Jun regenerates 24 effectiveness.
Gui Changlei regenerates 16 effectiveness.
Zhao Nu regenerates 22 effectiveness.
Shi Jin regenerates 13 effectiveness.
Tian Guo regenerates -5 effectiveness.
Bieran Lan regenerates 4 effectiveness.
Wen Zhe regenerates -4 effectiveness.
Pang Qingyue regenerates 9 effectiveness.
Qu Wen regenerates 5 effectiveness.
Qiao Hong regenerates -10 effectiveness.
Ai Dai regenerates -4 effectiveness.
Huo Chi regenerates -8 effectiveness.
Liao Mu regenerates -11 effectiveness.
Wandai Hin regenerates -8 effectiveness.
Zhou Xiaoli regenerates 3 effectiveness.
Teng Lou regenerates 4 effectiveness.
Gang Sima regenerates 8 effectiveness.
Zhou Ni regenerates 4 effectiveness.
Zao Fou regenerates 8 effectiveness.
Checking for Captures/Injuries

Updating Armaments
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force's Melee Layer has 8045 Pi Spears, 0 Javelins, 0 Halberds, 0 Leather Armor, 0 Bronze Armor, 0 Horses, and 0 Chariots right now.
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force's Support Layer has 0 Pi Spears, 347 Javelins, 3002 Leather Armor, 0 Bows, 0 Crossbows, 0 Horses, and 0 Seige Engines right now.
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force's Melee Layer has 0 Pi Spears, 0 Javelins, 0 Halberds, 0 Leather Armor, 0 Bronze Armor, 0 Horses, and 0 Chariots right now.
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force's Support Layer has 2145 Pi Spears, 0 Javelins, 2145 Leather Armor, 0 Bows, 0 Crossbows, 0 Horses, and 0 Seige Engines right now.
Current Spoils: 4274 Pi Spears, 0 Halberds, 0 Javelins, 0 Leather Armor, 0 Bronze Armor, 0 Bows, 0 Crossbows, 0 Horses, 0 Chariots, and 0 Seige Engines.

Updating Soldiers and Captives
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force has 2756 captives right now.
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force has 1348 captives right now.

Updating Morale
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force's Melee Layer has a morale of 85
Xiang Jun's Invasion Force's Support Layer has a morale of 66
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force's Melee Layer has a morale of 44
Zhou Mingli's Defense Force's Support Layer has a morale of 58

Updating Supply

Xiang Jun's Invasion Force has won the Entire Engagement.

[Wen Xu]

Melee Commander: Qiao Hong(General) 78-89-66-74-48 Aid II, Charge I, Instructor I, Jeer I, Scout II, Yueshu II
Sub-Commander: Ai Dai 71-76-55-21-72 Assemble I, Diplomat I, Faze I, Intimidate I, Politician I
Sub-Commander: Huo Chi 54-68-67-61-56 Haste I, Inspire II, Pierce I, Trainer II, Yueshu I
Sub-Commander: Shuo Shi 76-59-65-59-58 Diplomat I, Envelop I, Escort I, Gongshu I, Jeer I, Politician I, Saboteur I, Yueshu I
Sub-Commander: Wandai Hin 68-65-69-47-56 Charge II, Qiangshu I, Smith II, Sortie I
Soldiers: 16232(55)
Armaments: 2727 pi spears, 2749 leather armor

Support Commander: Zhou Xiaoli 42-22-95-80-50 Confuse II, Decoy II, Doctor I, Entangle II, Jeer II, Scribe III
Sub-Commander: Fan Shuo 64-47-80-65-57 Decoy I, Diplomat I, Entrench I, Escort I, Inspire I, Military_Admin I, Politician II
Sub-Commander: Gang Sima 68-68-67-68-68 Aid I, Entrench I, Politician I, Smith I, Volley II
Sub-Commander: Zhou Ni 70-66-60-72-52 Civil_Admin II, Decoy I, Escort I, Military_Admin I, Rupture I
Sub-Commander: Zao Fou 55-46-74-63-70 Assemble I, Civil_Admin I, Cover II, Jeer II, Rupture I
Soldiers: 8,587(60)
Armaments: 2,145 Leather Armor, 2145 spears, 500 bows, 500 crossbows, 1339 javelins

[Zhao Ren]

The Battle of Wulin, September 206 BC

Having been defeated in the Yunmeng Marsh, Qiao Hong withdrew his men to Dongcheng proper. Though Xu Huang was tempted to pursue with a vengeance against their weakened foe, General Tian Guo approached the Royal Scion and pointed out the ominous situation. Outnumbered almost two-to-one, an assault against Dongcheng proper would be suicidal, Tian Guo argued. Instead, the advisor suggested that Xiang Jun order his General to rest the men at a location just east of the Yunmeng Marsh known as Wulin, a dark and foreboding location, but one where wood for ships and fortifications was plentiful. Finding this advice to be prudent, Xiang Jun heeded Tian Guo's advice and made camp at Wulin, on the northern bank of the Great River. He did not remain idle, however, but tasked his rather the officers Shi Jin, Wen Zhe, and Qu Wen, who had all proven to be rather effective in the battle in the marshlands, to take a small company of men each to strike at the enemy. Placated by Tian Guo, Xiang Jun waited to see if his strategist's scheme would pay off.

Arriving in Dongcheng, Qiao Hong took little time to give orders out to his deputies. The vigilante general was certain that Xu Huang would be hot on his heels and knew Dongcheng to be vulnerable to invasion. The only hope, he knew, was that the army of Zhou Mingli could hold out until the reinforcements being led by the Prime Minister of Chu's nephew, Fan Shuo, to arrive. Thus tasking Zhou Ni to see to the supplies once again, and assigning Gang Sima to fortify the approaches to the city, Qiao Hong took to the field again to fight his foe. With him went the officers Zao Fou, Ai Dai, and Huo Chi, and the Yue barbarian, Wandai Hin. Cautioned about Zhao Nu, a warrior-smith of remarkable talent, by Zhou Xiaoli, Qiao Hong drew his lines along the shore of the Great River.

It did not surprise Qiao Hong to see the banner of Xu Huang flying high, surpassed only by that of Xiang Jun. Seeing the banners of the Chief Aide, Gui Changlei, nor that of the scholar Bieran Lan did not seem remarkable to him either. What did surprise him, however, was seeing that Zhao Nu had rejoined Xiang Jun's main army and was leading the van. With a vicious billhook in hand, Zhao Nu cried out for Wandai Hin to come and face him like a man or die like the filthy barbarian he was. Though Wandai Hin was taken in by the taunt, Qiao Hong did not deign to allow his officer to be slain by such a fierce warrior as Zhao Nu, the advice of Zhou Mingli still fresh in his mind. When it became apparent that Wandai Hin would not come forward, the former Chief Aide to the Hegemon King rode to the fore, reviling his enemy, showing great contempt for Qiao Hong in a show of confidence in his martial ability. The men of Dongcheng wavered against such a display.

Upon hearing the drums of the enemy, Wandai Hin could hold himself back no longer and ordered the men under his command into a full charge against the enemy lines. As Qiao Hong likely expected, Gui Changlei answered in kind, boldly leading from the fore and striking down many of the men of Dongcheng with his terrible power. It was only through the words of the humble Huo Chi, who had left his life as a rancher to join Zhou Mingli, that kept Qiao Hong's line together. Though the fore was breaking, Huo Chi's act had given Zao Fou enough time to command the archers to let loose a salvo against Xiang Jun's men, breaking the strength of Gui Changlei's charge. While the momentum of the attack had been shaken, Qiao Hong soon found his men weakening. Just then, the banners of the officer, Fan Shuo, were spotted arriving from across the river. Striking into Xiang Jun's flank, Qiao Hong was given enough time to withdraw his men and disengage from the battle.

After shifting away, crossing the Great River once again, Qiao Hong heard of what had befallen Dongcheng in his absence. Though Gang Sima did a good job shoring up the defenses of that port city, patrols under Zhou Ni were being waylaid and cut down, unable to access the countryside to obtain the supplies they needed so direly. When asked who had done this, he was informed that the officer, Shi Jin, had struck deep behind his lines and was attacking with the ferocity of a demon. It was only through the arrival of reinforcements under Wen Xu's officer, Shuo Shi, that any supplies managed to arrive to help build up the stores of food that Qiao Hong knew he would need. With Xu Huang looming over him back at Wulin, Qiao Hong ordered a great fleet to be rounded up; they would fight upon the Great River itself.

As Qiao Hong rallied his men, he soon heard rumors being spread around in his camp about his cowardice, how he refused to duel Xiang Jun, and then refused to allow even one such as the barbarian Wandai Hin to duel. After investigating the source of this slander for some time, he discovered that Bieren Lan had finally proven that he had some worth in this campaign after all. Taking Gang Sima with him, entrusting the defense of Dongcheng to Zhou Ni, Zao Fou, and the officers of Wen Xu in his absence, Qiao Hong sailed up the Great River to face his foe. He found Xu Huang more than ready, a massive and imposing fleet established before him. Once again, the men of Zhou Mingli began to lose heart in their cause. Allowing Ai Dai to lead the attack, the ships of Jiujiang crashed and clattered against each other with deafening clamor.

Upon his flagship, Qiao Hong directed the battle, allowing Gang Sima to shield him from the attacks of the enemy. It was to his horror that he found one of Xiang Jun's ships running this defensive line, striking directly for his own. Upon the ship flew the banner of Shi Jin, the demon who had ravaged the farmlands of Zhou Mingli's lands with such brutal efficiency. Drawing his sword, the vigilante general personally struck out at Shi Jin, fighting with the fierce warrior for seven bouts before the chaos of the fight drove the two commanders back to their own ships. The raid by Shi Jin, though bloody for both sides, proved to be quite effective in rattling the confidence of Qiao Hong, who began to find himself growing increasingly vulnerable. Discontent, Qiao Hong ordered a general withdrawal back to the southeastern bank of the Great River.

Watching the night patrol gaze out over the river to the foreboding shadows of the great ships of Xiang Jun, the vigilante general was distressed to find that Huo Chi had not returned from the battle. Hearing from the survivors of his detachment, Qiao Hong found that the men of Xiang Jun had flooded over Huo Chi's ship and taken the rancher captive. The news that the man whose frank words had emboldened the men of Dongcheng over the month was no longer with them depressed the spirits of the allied army. So too did the announcement that, even with Shi Jin no longer striking at Dongcheng, supplies were being denied by Wen Zhe, whose band of brigands took what they could and burned the rest. It was only with the help of Zao Fou's archers that Zhou Ni's men finally began to draw supplies from the countryside back into the city.

When morning dawned, Qiao Hong was in awe to find many of his men had been poisoned in the night. It seemed that Pang Qingyue had successfully intercepted his supplies and contaminated them with some unknown substance before allowing them to continue on their way. Before he could order his weakened soldiers into action, he discovered that Xiang Jun's men had already sortied, and that the fierce warrior Zhao Nu was leading the fleet that now blockaded his men in their harbor. Not wanting to risk a hell like the previous night, where nearly three thousand of their comrades had been slain or drowned, the men under Qiao Hong mutinied. Xenophobic to the core, it was with little surprise that Wandai Hin was set upon by his own men and beaten before being bound and delivered into Xiang Jun's hands. Ai Dai and Gang Sima were also taken captive, though Qiao Hong, perhaps still owning some fealty from his band of vigilantes, managed to escape unharmed.

Heading downstream at a blistering pace, sailing light, Shi Jin spearheaded an attack on Dongcheng itself. The boats arrived at the docks of Dongcheng with surprisingly little resistance, likely because the men of Dongcheng never expected Qiao Hong to leave the city defenseless so. As Shi Jin's men flooded into the city, they were followed by that of Gui Changlei, who swept up any strongholds that Shi Jin could not overcome. Shuo Shi was taken with little difficulty by the soldiers of Xiang Jun, the men of Wen Xu not thinking the rear would become the front so quickly. Fan Shuo, in a display of heroism rarely equaled, rallied up his men in a bold last stand, fighting not even for his own sake, but for that of Zhou Mingli. Though it was impressive, finding the nephew of the Prime Minister fighting without even any of his armor, it was reckless and would cost the young man dearly. Overwhelmed by their attackers, Fan Shuo was easily captured by Shi Jin.

With sections of the city falling in quick succession, Zhou Xiaoli knew that the situation was lost. Ordering a retreat, Zhou Xiaoli bade her husband to flee the city with her. Zao Fou and Zhou Ni, whose service was bordering the zealous by this point, held off not only the men of Xiang Jun, but mutinying soldiers as well as Zhou Xiaoli and Zhou Mingli made good their escape from Dongcheng. Escaping out the eastern gate, Zhou Mingli bade his company to stop two li outside of the city. Turning back to Dongcheng, he wept as he saw his banners flying no more, but rather those of Xiang Jun. While the odds had been set heavily against him, the advice of Tian Guo had proven extraordinary, leading to Xiang Jun's conquest of much of the lands of Jiujiang. With Dongcheng now under his command, the question now was if Wen Xu could hold against the Hegemon King's kinsman, or if he would be destined to fall like Zhou Mingli.

Xiang Jun has conquered Dongcheng and its environs!

Grand Army of Xiang Jun Melee Layer: 2682 (100), 2682 Pi Spears
Grand Army of Xiang Jun Support Layer: 5258 (81), 347 Javelins, and 3002 Leather Armor
The Grand Army of Xiang Jun captures 6915 (10) soldiers, Huo Chi, Ai Dai, Shuo Shi, Wandai Hin (minor injury), Fan Shuo, Gang Sima
The Grand Army of Xiang Jun frees 1963 (10) soldiers.
Spoils: 8385 Pi Spears and 902 Leather Armor

Wen-Zhou Alliance Army Melee Layer: 7366 (0), 1237 Pi Spears, and 1247 Leather Armor
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army Support Layer: 8587 (40), 2145 Pi Spears, 1339 Javelins, 2145 Leather Armor, 500 Bows, and 500 Crossbows
Note: I need to see what happens with these troops. Will get back to y'all on this!

Round One
Tian Guo attempts to Confuse Qiao Hong, 55 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Zhou Xiaoli attempts to Confuse Zhao Nu, 69 chance of success.
It Fails.
Qiao Hong attempts to Aid Fan Shuo, 54 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Grand Army of Xiang Jun's supply is 100.
Shi Jin attempts a Raid on the supplies, 90 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Wen Zhe attempts to Maraud against the supplies, 50 chance of success.
It Fails.
Qu Wen attempts to Harry supplies, 17 chance of success.
It Fails.
Pang Qingyue attempts to Poison supplies, 31 chance of success.
It Fails.
Zhou Ni Guides the supply wagons, 66 chance of success.
It Fails.
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army's supply is 70.

Xu Huang attempts to Discipline the Army, 90 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Grand Army of Xiang Jun's Melee morale is 95.
Grand Army of Xiang Jun's Support morale is 66.

Xiang Jun attempts to Intimidate the enemy, 50 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Bieren Lan attempts to Taunt the enemy, 15 chance of success.
It Fails.
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army's Melee morale is 40.
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army's Support morale is 55.

Gui Changlei attempts an Charge, 47 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Fan Shuo attempts to Screen, 20 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Zao Fou attempts to Cover the melee layer, 83 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Wandai Hin attempts an Charge, 10 chance of success.
It Fails.
Shuo Shi attempts a Flank, 17 chance of success.
It Fails.
Huo Chi attempts to Inspire the Army, 76 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Ai Dai attempts to Muster the soldiers, 72 chance of success.
It Fails.
Gang Sima attempts to Fortify the Army, 90 chance of success.
It Succeeds.

Grand Army of Xiang Jun Melee Layer:
Xu Huang suffers 2425 casualties, and has 5620 soldiers left.
Grand Army of Xiang Jun Support Layer:
Tian Guo suffers 0 casualties, and has 5258 soldiers left.
Grand Army of Xiang Jun captures 1095 soldiers.

Wen-Zhou Alliance Army Melee Layer:
Qiao Hong suffers 3117 casualties, and has 13115 soldiers left.
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army Support Layer:
Zhou Xiaoli suffers 0 casualties, and has 8587 soldiers left.
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army captures 351 soldiers.

Updating Effectiveness based on Ploys
Regenerating Effectiveness using Morale and Charisma.
Xu Huang regenerates 27 effectiveness.
Xiang Jun regenerates 39 effectiveness.
Gui Changlei regenerates 31 effectiveness.
Zhao Nu regenerates 37 effectiveness.
Shi Jin regenerates 28 effectiveness.
Tian Guo regenerates 0 effectiveness.
Bieren Lan regenerates 9 effectiveness.
Wen Zhe regenerates 1 effectiveness.
Pang Qingyue regenerates 14 effectiveness.
Qu Wen regenerates 10 effectiveness.
Qiao Hong regenerates -19 effectiveness.
Ai Dai regenerates -13 effectiveness.
Huo Chi regenerates -17 effectiveness.
Shuo Shi regenerates -18 effectiveness.
Wandai Hin regenerates -17 effectiveness.
Zhou Xiaoli regenerates -5 effectiveness.
Fan Shuo regenerates -3 effectiveness.
Gang Sima regenerates 1 effectiveness.
Zhou Ni regenerates -3 effectiveness.
Zao Fou regenerates 0 effectiveness.
Checking for Captures/Injuries

Updating Armaments
Grand Army of Xiang Jun's Melee Layer has 5620 Pi Spears, 0 Javelins, 0 Halberds, 0 Leather Armor, 0 Bronze Armor, 0 Horses, and 0 Chariots right now.
Grand Army of Xiang Jun's Support Layer has 0 Pi Spears, 347 Javelins, 3002 Leather Armor, 0 Bows, 0 Crossbows, 0 Horses, and 0 Seige Engines right now.
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army's Melee Layer has 2203 Pi Spears, 0 Javelins, 0 Halberds, 2221 Leather Armor, 0 Bronze Armor, 0 Horses, and 0 Chariots right now.
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army's Support Layer has 2145 Pi Spears, 1339 Javelins, 2145 Leather Armor, 500 Bows, 500 Crossbows, 0 Horses, and 0 Seige Engines right now.
Current Spoils: 6043 Pi Spears, 0 Halberds, 0 Javelins, 317 Leather Armor, 0 Bronze Armor, 0 Bows, 0 Crossbows, 0 Horses, 0 Chariots, and 0 Seige Engines.

Updating Soldiers and Captives
Grand Army of Xiang Jun has 3851 captives right now.
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army has 1699 captives right now.

Grand Army of Xiang Jun has won the round!

Updating Morale
Grand Army of Xiang Jun's Melee Layer has a morale of 100
Grand Army of Xiang Jun's Support Layer has a morale of 71
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army's Melee Layer has a morale of 35
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army's Support Layer has a morale of 50

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Round Two
Shi Jin attempts to Faze Qiao Hong, 56.839999999999996 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Tian Guo attempts to Confuse Qiao Hong, 37.949999999999996 chance of success.
It Fails.
Zhou Xiaoli attempts to Confuse Shi Jin, 46.15 chance of success.
It Fails.
Gang Sima attempts to Succor Qiao Hong, 37.400000000000006 chance of success.
It Fails.
Gui Changlei Encamps to regain effectiveness.75 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Qiao Hong victuals Qiao Hong, 100 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Grand Army of Xiang Jun's supply is 100.
Wen Zhe attempts to Harry supplies, 20.7 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Pang Qingyue attempts to Contaminate supplies, 10.67 chance of success.
It Fails.
Zhou Ni Guides the supply wagons, 43.56 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army's supply is 69.

Xu Huang attempts to Discipline the Army, 87.3 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Grand Army of Xiang Jun's Melee morale is 100.
Grand Army of Xiang Jun's Support morale is 71.

Xiang Jun attempts to Intimidate the enemy, 50 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Zhao Nu Threatens the enemy, 33 chance of success.
It Fails.
Bieren Lan attempts to Taunt the enemy, 14.1 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army's Melee morale is 20.
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army's Support morale is 50.

Fan Shuo attempts to Screen, 16.4 chance of success.
It Fails.
Qu Wen attempts a Salvo, 48.449999999999996 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Zao Fou attempts to Cover the melee layer, 58.099999999999994 chance of success.
It Fails.
Wandai Hin attempts an Charge, 5.2 chance of success.
It Fails.
Shuo Shi attempts a Flank, 11.39 chance of success.
It Fails.
Huo Chi attempts to Inspire the Army, 39.52 chance of success.
It Fails.
Ai Dai attempts to Muster the soldiers, 51.12 chance of success.
It Succeeds.

Grand Army of Xiang Jun Melee Layer:
Xu Huang suffers 1851 casualties, and has 3769 soldiers left.
Grand Army of Xiang Jun Support Layer:
Tian Guo suffers 0 casualties, and has 5258 soldiers left.
Grand Army of Xiang Jun captures 1375 soldiers.

Wen-Zhou Alliance Army Melee Layer:
Qiao Hong suffers 2909 casualties, and has 10206 soldiers left.
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army Support Layer:
Zhou Xiaoli suffers 0 casualties, and has 8587 soldiers left.
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army captures 176 soldiers.

Updating Effectiveness based on Ploys
Regenerating Effectiveness using Morale and Charisma.
Xu Huang regenerates 32 effectiveness.
Xiang Jun regenerates 44 effectiveness.
Gui Changlei regenerates 36 effectiveness.
Zhao Nu regenerates 42 effectiveness.
Shi Jin regenerates 33 effectiveness.
Tian Guo regenerates 4 effectiveness.
Bieren Lan regenerates 14 effectiveness.
Wen Zhe regenerates 4 effectiveness.
Pang Qingyue regenerates 19 effectiveness.
Qu Wen regenerates 15 effectiveness.
Qiao Hong regenerates -39 effectiveness.
Ai Dai regenerates -33 effectiveness.
Huo Chi regenerates -37 effectiveness.
Shuo Shi regenerates -38 effectiveness.
Wandai Hin regenerates -37 effectiveness.
Zhou Xiaoli regenerates -10 effectiveness.
Fan Shuo regenerates -8 effectiveness.
Gang Sima regenerates -4 effectiveness.
Zhou Ni regenerates -8 effectiveness.
Zao Fou regenerates -5 effectiveness.

Checking for Captures/Injuries
Qiao Hong's is in Danger of being Captured. 103 chance of escape.
Qiao Hong has escaped capture cleanly.
Huo Chi's is in Danger of being Captured. 90 chance of escape.
Huo Chi has been captured!
Wandai Hin's is in Danger of being Captured. 89 chance of escape.
Wandai Hin has escaped capture cleanly.

Updating Armaments
Grand Army of Xiang Jun's Melee Layer has 3769 Pi Spears, 0 Javelins, 0 Halberds, 0 Leather Armor, 0 Bronze Armor, 0 Horses, and 0 Chariots right now.
Grand Army of Xiang Jun's Support Layer has 0 Pi Spears, 347 Javelins, 3002 Leather Armor, 0 Bows, 0 Crossbows, 0 Horses, and 0 Seige Engines right now.
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army's Melee Layer has 1714 Pi Spears, 0 Javelins, 0 Halberds, 1728 Leather Armor, 0 Bronze Armor, 0 Horses, and 0 Chariots right now.
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army's Support Layer has 2145 Pi Spears, 1339 Javelins, 2145 Leather Armor, 500 Bows, 500 Crossbows, 0 Horses, and 0 Seige Engines right now.
Current Spoils: 7447 Pi Spears, 0 Halberds, 0 Javelins, 613 Leather Armor, 0 Bronze Armor, 0 Bows, 0 Crossbows, 0 Horses, 0 Chariots, and 0 Seige Engines.

Updating Soldiers and Captives
Grand Army of Xiang Jun has 5226 captives right now.
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army has 1875 captives right now.

Grand Army of Xiang Jun has won the round!

Updating Morale
Grand Army of Xiang Jun's Melee Layer has a morale of 105
Grand Army of Xiang Jun's Support Layer has a morale of 76
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army's Melee Layer has a morale of 15
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army's Support Layer has a morale of 45

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Round Three
Tian Guo attempts to Confuse Qiao Hong, 23.65 chance of success.
It Fails.
Qiao Hong victuals Qiao Hong, 100 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Ai Dai victuals Ai Dai, 100 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Shuo Shi victuals Shuo Shi, 100 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Wandai Hin victuals Wandai Hin, 100 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Zhou Xiaoli victuals Zhou Xiaoli, 100 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Gang Sima victuals Gang Sima, 100 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Zhou Ni victuals Zhou Ni, 100 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Zao Fou victuals Zao Fou, 100 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Grand Army of Xiang Jun's supply is 100.
Shi Jin attempts a Raid on the supplies, 90 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Wen Zhe attempts to Maraud against the supplies, 28.999999999999996 chance of success.
It Fails.
Qu Wen attempts to Harry supplies, 16.15 chance of success.
It Fails.
Pang Qingyue attempts to Poison supplies, 30.69 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army's supply is 49.

Xu Huang attempts to Curb the Army, 89.1 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Grand Army of Xiang Jun's Melee morale is 100.
Grand Army of Xiang Jun's Support morale is 76.

Zhao Nu attempts to Intimidate the enemy, 53 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Xiang Jun Threatens the enemy, 30 chance of success.
It Fails.
Bieren Lan attempts to Taunt the enemy, 13.950000000000001 chance of success.
It Fails.
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army's Melee morale is 5.
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army's Support morale is 45.

Gui Changlei attempts an Charge, 47 chance of success.
It Succeeds.
Fan Shuo attempts to Screen, 11.799999999999999 chance of success.
It Fails.

Grand Army of Xiang Jun Melee Layer:
Xu Huang suffers 1087 casualties, and has 2682 soldiers left.
Grand Army of Xiang Jun Support Layer:
Tian Guo suffers 0 casualties, and has 5258 soldiers left.
Grand Army of Xiang Jun captures 1689 soldiers.

Wen-Zhou Alliance Army Melee Layer:
Qiao Hong suffers 2840 casualties, and has 7366 soldiers left.
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army Support Layer:
Zhou Xiaoli suffers 0 casualties, and has 8587 soldiers left.
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army captures 88 soldiers.

Updating Effectiveness based on Ploys
Regenerating Effectiveness using Morale and Charisma.
Xu Huang regenerates 32 effectiveness.
Xiang Jun regenerates 44 effectiveness.
Gui Changlei regenerates 36 effectiveness.
Zhao Nu regenerates 42 effectiveness.
Shi Jin regenerates 33 effectiveness.
Tian Guo regenerates 9 effectiveness.
Bieren Lan regenerates 19 effectiveness.
Wen Zhe regenerates 9 effectiveness.
Pang Qingyue regenerates 24 effectiveness.
Qu Wen regenerates 20 effectiveness.
Qiao Hong regenerates -54 effectiveness.
Ai Dai regenerates -48 effectiveness.
Shuo Shi regenerates -53 effectiveness.
Wandai Hin regenerates -52 effectiveness.
Zhou Xiaoli regenerates -15 effectiveness.
Fan Shuo regenerates -13 effectiveness.
Gang Sima regenerates -9 effectiveness.
Zhou Ni regenerates -13 effectiveness.
Zao Fou regenerates -10 effectiveness.

Checking for Captures/Injuries
Qiao Hong's is in Danger of being Captured. 103 chance of escape.
Qiao Hong has escaped capture cleanly.
Ai Dai's is in Danger of being Captured. 87 chance of escape.
Ai Dai has escaped capture cleanly.
Shuo Shi's is in Danger of being Captured. 83 chance of escape.
Shuo Shi has escaped capture cleanly.
Wandai Hin's is in Danger of being Captured. 89 chance of escape.
Wandai Hin has escaped capture cleanly.

Updating Armaments
Grand Army of Xiang Jun's Melee Layer has 2682 Pi Spears, 0 Javelins, 0 Halberds, 0 Leather Armor, 0 Bronze Armor, 0 Horses, and 0 Chariots right now.
Grand Army of Xiang Jun's Support Layer has 0 Pi Spears, 347 Javelins, 3002 Leather Armor, 0 Bows, 0 Crossbows, 0 Horses, and 0 Seige Engines right now.
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army's Melee Layer has 1237 Pi Spears, 0 Javelins, 0 Halberds, 1247 Leather Armor, 0 Bronze Armor, 0 Horses, and 0 Chariots right now.
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army's Support Layer has 2145 Pi Spears, 1339 Javelins, 2145 Leather Armor, 500 Bows, 500 Crossbows, 0 Horses, and 0 Seige Engines right now.
Current Spoils: 8385 Pi Spears, 0 Halberds, 0 Javelins, 902 Leather Armor, 0 Bronze Armor, 0 Bows, 0 Crossbows, 0 Horses, 0 Chariots, and 0 Seige Engines.

Updating Soldiers and Captives
Grand Army of Xiang Jun has 6915 captives right now.
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army has 1963 captives right now.

Updating Morale
Grand Army of Xiang Jun's Melee Layer has a morale of 105
Grand Army of Xiang Jun's Support Layer has a morale of 81
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army's Melee Layer has a morale of 0
Wen-Zhou Alliance Army's Support Layer has a morale of 40

Updating Supply

Wen-Zhou Alliance Army's Melee Layer Morale has failed and it has been routed!
Qiao Hong's is in Danger of being Captured. 39 chance of escape.
Qiao Hong has escaped capture cleanly.
Ai Dai's is in Danger of being Captured. 33 chance of escape.
Ai Dai has been captured!
Shuo Shi's is in Danger of being Captured. 31 chance of escape.
Shuo Shi has been captured!
Wandai Hin's is in Danger of being Captured. 34 chance of escape.
Wandai Hin has suffered a minor injury and been captured!
Zhou Xiaoli's is in Danger of being Captured. 29 chance of escape.
Zhou Xiaoli has escaped capture cleanly.
Fan Shuo's is in Danger of being Captured. 32 chance of escape.
Fan Shuo has been captured!
Gang Sima's is in Danger of being Captured. 34 chance of escape.
Gang Sima has been captured!
Zhou Ni's is in Danger of being Captured. 32 chance of escape.
Zhou Ni has escaped capture cleanly.
Zao Fou's is in Danger of being Captured. 30 chance of escape.
Zao Fou has escaped capture cleanly.