War creates activity, is meant to be FUN, and is the prime method of increasing the credibility and strength of your group. A truthful war is fought only as an honorable one. Have just cause for war before you declare war. Justify your reasons and support yourself, your allies, and your neighbours. Political, military, and economic issues are all reasons for war, but only some categories can qualify. If threatened politically, you must be able to carry on an attack with an offensive. If threatened by a military imbalance, counter your newfound foe with a force of equal or better size. If threatened by economic blockade, attack your opposition at their industrial centers and military factories. Above all, be ready for anything.

Declare war wisely and only when needed. Don't involve your group in a selfless war. Avoid bloodlust. Land is power, but people must inhabit your holdings to wield the power of war for you. Have your military ready and positioned for an immediate offensive. Blitz is a great policy, but only if you, your generals, and your people can handle it. Death and loss of life is a fact of war. Do not bleed your nation dry just to prove you're a wolf in a flock of sheep. Be strong politically and militarily to make a Declaration of War. Don't be outrageous and invade someone without any formal statement forewarning them of a coming attack. Draft and post a Declaration of War and give your foe 24 Hours to respond. Whether the answer is yes or no, be ready for attack elsewhere, as everyone has allies everywhere.

After declaring war you must attack. Advance swiftly and don't ever get caught off guard. Have several generals to use in case one is offline.You may take the offensive, but defend a line of retreat so that you and your nation cannot be cut off and starved into submission. Never go into a fight you think you will lose. Have good generals, strong armies and good home defenses. Perhaps the most important thing that you need is your people to support you. This is vital, as they are the ones making the sacrifices. They feel the cost the most.

The war is either won or lost for all nations involved in any conflict. If you are the victor, be generous when it comes to peace. No one likes a tyrant who demands everything just for grinding the other person down to nothing first. Make peace an everlasting friendship between you and your former foe. Be careful when it comes to writing the actual treaty itself. The first step is to make sure there are no loopholes which can lead to more death. Make sure you post a Peace Treaty that is signed and/or agreed to by all parties involved so that it is document and RP Legal.

By Smetana & Louis