The Carolingians (867 AD): Charles the Bald (King of France), King Lothair II (King of Lotharingia), Ludwig the German (King of East Francia), Prince Karlmann (Duke of Bavaria), King Louis II.
The Great Adventurers (876 AD): Rurik Rurikid (Duke of Novgorod), Jarl Hæsteinn (Count of Montaigu), Daurama Daura (Countess of Daura), Count Eudes (Count of Anjou), Álmos Árpád (King of Mogyër Confederation).
Wrath of The Northmen (867 AD): Ivar the Boneless (Duke of the Isles), Björn Ironside (Duke of Uppland), Halfdan Whiteshirt (Duke of York), Sigurdr Snake-In-The-Eye (Duke of Sjaelland), Earl Alfred (Count of Dorset).
You will find further information on the central aspects of the game in the various other sections of our guide. Ideally, you should combine our checklist with the in-game tutorial, which lets you take your first steps as the ruler of a small realm on the island of Ireland and familiarizes you with the controls and basic functions. First, use the checklist to get a general idea about the priorities of the stewardship of a realm. Of course, you should also have an heir at hand, lest the game ends after the death of your current ruler.Ĭrusader Kings 3 is exceptionally complex – but our guide will accompany you from the beginning of the game all the way up to the global empire. Or you expand existing castles, temples, and cities, and devote yourself to courtly affairs with other princes while ensuring a good atmosphere among your vassals, champions, and within your own family. How To Start in Crusader Kings 3 – For Beginners & ProsĪs a freshly crowned ruler of a smaller or larger realm, you – with the support of your council – are responsible for virtually all aspects of daily life: you take care of building up the military, waging wars, or defending yourself against raiders and attacks from your neighbors, as well as constructing new castles, temples, and cities.