form-alliance-coalition

name	form-alliance-coalition
description	Use when organizing a multi-party coalition against a dominant threat. Covers envoy dispatch, resource gifting, securing key partners first, establishing coordination structures, and cementing alliances through marriage or exchange in Warring States diplomatic tradition.

Form Alliance Coalition

Overview

A diplomatic strategy for creating alliances among multiple parties to counter a dominant threat through coordinated action.

Steps

1. Identify shared threat

   • Recognize when a powerful actor endangers multiple parties
   • Confirm that others perceive the same threat

2. Send envoys with resources

   • Provide gifts (horses, gold, silk) to demonstrate commitment
   • Equip representatives to negotiate effectively

3. Secure commitment from key partners

   • Target influential parties first
   • Gain their endorsement to attract others

4. Establish coordination structure

   • Designate leadership for the alliance
   • Define mutual obligations and contributions

5. Strengthen ties through marriage or exchange

   • Use familial connections to cement alliances

Expected Outcomes

• United front against common threat
• Shared military and diplomatic burden
• Increased security through collective strength

Verification

1. Confirm that all coalition members perceive the same threat and have formally committed resources.
2. Validate that a clear leadership structure and mutual obligations have been defined before military action.
3. Check that alliance ties are reinforced through tangible bonds (marriage, hostage exchange, gifts) rather than verbal promises alone.