Knights of Honor 2: Sovereign

Knights of Honor 2: Sovereign is a strategy about medieval Europe, where marriage, faith and court intrigue are important along with wars. The player takes the kingdom and gradually expands his influence, using both the sword and the word. The campaign runs in real time, and battles can be played out personally, commanding units on the field. In addition to combat, there is exploration, trade, diplomacy and appointments, and each advisor has character and skills. Provinces supply the army, so supply and logistics also require attention. The world is alive: neighbors fight with each other, form alliances and get married without the player’s participation. The design is strict, the interface is detailed. Provinces differ in faith and culture, so the annexed lands do not always become a reliable support. Appointments provide bonuses, but require the right people, and there are never enough of them. Battles can be resolved through calculations if you don’t want to lead the troops yourself. There are scenarios with different starting conditions, including small principalities. Marriages and heirs determine who will lead the kingdom after the death of the ruler, and it is worth preparing for this in advance. Spies bring information about neighbors, and sometimes trouble. Garrisons require maintenance, and mercenary units are more expensive than their own troops. The campaign is long, so it's better to save often. In addition to wars, there is trade and construction, and without money the army does not fight. Appointments to positions affect income. For those who love grand strategies about dynasties and intrigue, the project is suitable.