Luria Nova/Events/Estate-Manager/Galandric's Struggle

Monster Invasion(i): Leaders' Council

Amidst the hum of administrative duties and the shuffle of paperwork, your attention is summoned by the arrival of a group of local leaders. Their faces etched with concern, they've convened to address the looming threat emanating from the fallen eastern defense line. A palpable divide exists among these esteemed visitors, and their perspectives diverge on the best course of action before the impending monster invasion.

The minor nobles and influential merchants, bearing a pragmatic outlook, advocate for a strategy that conserves precious gold reserves. Their proposal hinges on the notion of compelling the peasantry to serve as vigilantes, an approach that would minimize financial expenditure while mobilizing a local defense force. However, this proposal sits in stark contrast to the opinion held by the common folk. The peasantry, facing the harsh reality of the impending menace, insists that more mercenaries should be hired to bolster the estate's defenses. Their proposal is predicated on the willingness to allocate gold contributed by the minor nobles and merchants, thereby ensuring a formidable line of defense.

Given your estate's geographical location, you discern that the imminent threat is unlikely to reach your lands until later stages of the invasion. This provides a unique opportunity to divert resources toward rebuilding your iron mine. You are presented with three feasible options to consider:

Prudent Investment: Allocate 2 gold to initiate the construction of a modest mine, which would yield 1 unit of raw material upon completion.

Strategic Expansion: Commit 4 gold to fund the development of a larger mine, capable of producing 3 units of raw material, thereby enhancing your estate's resource output.

Ambitious Endeavor: Consider borrowing funds from fellow estate managers to facilitate a substantial investment of 7 gold, maximizing the mine's scale to produce an impressive 6 units of raw material. This ambitious project carries the potential for substantial resource accumulation but necessitates cooperation and financial assistance from others.

The decision you make in this pivotal moment will not only influence the estate's readiness for the impending threat but also shape its long-term economic prospects.

Forging an Investment Deal

Drawing upon your guild connection and networking skills, you manage to secure potential investors for your mining project. The fortunate turn of events leads you to wealthy nobles from Askileon, willing to invest in your mine's expansion. In exchange for their financial backing, they propose an agreement: they will provide the necessary investment to maximize the mine's scale, and a year from now, you'll repay them with 4 gold.

Now, you stand at a crossroads, weighing the options. On one hand, you could accept this offer, enabling the ambitious scaling of your mining operation. On the other, you may choose to proceed with the gold you currently have, opting for a more conservative approach. The decision is now yours to make, one that will significantly impact the future of your mining enterprise.

Outcome: Striking a Deal for Prosperity

In a strategic move, you choose to accept the offer presented by the wealthy nobles of Askileon. With their generous investment, you embark on the construction of the largest possible mine, which revitalizes your raw material production sector. The once-dormant mines now hum with activity, churning out a plentiful supply of raw materials. The newfound prosperity elicits jubilation among the people of your estate, who can already envision a brighter future.

However, not everyone shares the same sentiment. The minor nobles, burdened with concern for the looming monster invasion, fret over the absence of gold to hire mercenaries for defense. As the estate flourishes economically, it becomes clear that your decision carries both immense potential for growth and heightened risks in the face of impending danger. Balancing prosperity and security will be a challenging task in the days to come.