Civilization??

Once again, a day was put aside to try and bring civilization to the disparate hordes and tribes surrounding the ancient Mediterranean. A period before the invention of colour photography.
From the outset, it has to be said we were largely unsuccessful with our valiant efforts being brought to nought by flood, pestilence, civil unrest and a range of other assorted calamities.

The day started well but inept strategy limited the growth of some empires (mine and Adam's).  We got a little busy with border wars and neglected alliances.

By the time we had come to our senses, Crete (Brett) had grown into a powerful nation.

Toward the end, Treachery and Epidemics brought Crete down but he had done well enough early in the game to carry him through.