Diplomacy

Diplomacy within Novus Aeterno refers to the part where players interact with other enteties withink the game.

Importance
Diplomacy is a part of the game which you shouldnt underestimate or neglect. After all if you want to achieve something the only way will ne through diplomacy whether it be empire-building or forming alliances to counter threats or even interaction to prevent hostilities.

There is a saying that warfare is an extension of diplomacy and the other way round. These statements will prove true. Everything you do militarily will be to enhance your diplomatic position and your diplomatic work will be there to enhence your strategic advantages in a conflict.

Every player has to take part in it be it as a part in an alliance or as an empire builder or even a warplayer who wants to end a succesful war. But be careful you should always know what your counterpart wants an what you want. After all diplomacy bases on compromises.



Levels
There are different levels of diplomacy. The lowest would be the interaction between entities within the game, be it players or NPC factions.

The higher level would be the alliance level (or guild level) where you band together for cooperation/protection/goals,etc. This is also an official part in the game.

The last level would be coalition level. This refers to the situation if a number of alliances band togther for a common goal be it to beat an enemy or to control a sector. Upholding an coalition will need enourmous diplomatic talent to keep various interests together.