What is CONQUEST OF STORM WORLD?
CONQUEST OF STORM WORLD is a computer-moderated, turn-based, play by web game. It is very similar to a play by email game system, except that turns are submitted by online forms instead of lengthy, complex emails. Turn reports are published to a web site for easy access.

What are the objectives?
There are three conditions of victory, though two are vaguely similar. The first, is to conquer the entire realm. This means that all foreign empires are destroyed. This does not include non-aligned cities or lairs, just all other players. The second is to conquer the realm by committee. In other words, if you and your allies are the only nations remaining, then you (and your allies, if they are allied with each other as well) win the game. The third is for your leader to become immortal. This is done by ruling efficiently for several game turns. Your leader will gain immortality, and rule all of the realm.

How do I sign up?
If a realm is open for new players, there will be a link to the signup page from that realm's home page. You just follow the links. Note that this game is provided only for Premier members of Gemynd Online (with some special exceptions).

Is this game Open-Ended?
No! There is a declared winner after a set number of turns. The game starts up again shortly after the realm has declared a victor. The game will go a maximum of 26 turns.

What exactly makes up a game "turn"?
A turn is one game month in length. During this month, you are allocating your citizens to perform certain tasks (commerce, entertainment, support of military, or labor) for the kingdom. They perform this task throughout the month. In addition, you are giving orders to your military. They will scout terrain, report on lairs or settlements, spy on other armies, or engage in battle through your orders. These two areas make up the bulk of your turns, however, you may also send messages to other nations, purchase items or mercenaries through merchants and 3rd party organizations, make/cancel treaties, during your game turn.

How often are turns processed?
Twice per week for most campaigns. Sometimes an exception may be made, but this is in specific circumstances.

How do we submit the turns if we do not send email?
To access your turns, you go to http://www.storm-world.com/Conquest and follow the links to your realm. When you enter your nation number and password, your turn report is displayed for you. From this screen, you will see hyperlinks, dropdown boxes and some text boxes which allow you to send in your turn directly from the report page, making turn submission extremely easy.

Are international messages sent in a similar fashion?
Yes. There is a DIPLOMATIC MESSAGE form which automates some messages for you. You select certain criteria for the basic content of the message, then edit it in a text box before it gets emailed to the nation you are sending it to.

I do not want my email disclosed. Will the recipient see my email address?
No. The game accepts your input through an online form, then sends it out behind the scenes. This requires that your email address is current.

So I do need an email address to play CONQUEST OF STORM WORLD?
Yes, but only to receive international messages. To review and submit turns, you will, of course, need internet access.

How do I get more help?
The online game manual is the first place to go. If you cannot find what you need, you can either post a message on the web board, or email the realm administrator at any time with questions on turn results, game mechanics, or strategy hints. Simply email campaign@gemynd.com to ask anything about the game.