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Challenging a Thalassocracy

Khmer and Chola forces launch a coordinated campaign against Tambralinga and the sea power of Srivijaya. Protect the Chola foothold while building naval strength and opening land and sea routes into both rival empires.

Overview

Player approach

Challenging a Thalassocracy requires defeating Tambralinga and Srivijaya, with Srivijaya’s repeated fleet raids making coastal safety a priority. Remove nearby threats, then build a navy able to protect the economy and the final landings.

Step-by-step plan

Use the starting force to clear exposed Tambralinga positions on your island where possible, then grow the economy toward Imperial Age. Prioritize naval upgrades and keep a reserve near the coast against Galleons, Fast Fire Ships, and Demolition Ships. Remove Srivijaya’s island citadel to reduce pressure, then take Tambralinga’s western island. Add Ballista Elephants and Monk support for the land assaults, with the fleet screening transports and shore approaches.

Risks and adjustments

Do not assume the enemy’s resource behavior matches older scenario versions. Demolition Ships can punish dense fleets, so spread ships and keep a counterforce near vulnerable shore buildings.

Focused strategy page

For a dedicated version of this plan, open Challenging a Thalassocracy naval-first plan.

Mission overview

Objectives

Defeat the Tambralingas.
Defeat Srivijaya.
Keep the Chola allies from being defeated.

Focus: Scenario · Suryavarman I
Signature / category: Story & scenarios
Release / context: Rise of the Rajas
Region: Rise of the Rajas
Classification: Scenarios