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El Cid

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El Cid

Follow Rodrigo Díaz across shifting alliances in medieval Iberia.

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Overview

Follow Rodrigo Díaz across shifting alliances in medieval Iberia.

Scenario details

Follow Rodrigo Díaz across shifting alliances in medieval Iberia. Mission order and scenario notes: 1. Brother against Brother — Complete an opening duel, gather forces around Sancho’s lands, and take Alfonso alive. The final escort must keep both kings and El Cid safe 2. The Enemy of my Enemy — Find the Imam who can mediate Toledo’s uprising, then reclaim the Relics scattered among rival factions. Transport and siege units help reach the island sanctuary 3. The Exile of the Cid — Leave Castile with a small force, meet Motamid, and protect Zaragoza from Berenguer. Alfonso’s castle blocks the direct route, while Berenguer’s nearby siege camp must be dealt with before the final fight 4. Black Guards — Rescue the king before building up for a land and naval campaign. The optional mosque alliance grants substantial monastery assistance; destroying the docks disrupts the enemy’s ability to reinforce across the strait 5. King of Valencia — A changing-front defense: gather local troops and villagers, decide when to abandon Denia, then hold Valencia through the Wonder countdown 6. Reconquista — Defend Valencia from a three-direction assault by land and sea. The fallen Cid is represented on the battlefield; protect him while dismantling the besieging armies Use the named objectives, starting setup, and mission order in this entry to distinguish it from the standard skirmish rules.

Campaign mission sequence

Follow Rodrigo Díaz across shifting alliances in medieval Iberia. Mission order and scenario notes: 1. Brother against Brother — Complete an opening duel, gather forces around Sancho’s lands, and take Alfonso alive. The final escort must keep both kings and El Cid safe 2. The Enemy of my Enemy — Find the Imam who can mediate Toledo’s uprising, then reclaim the Relics scattered among rival factions. Transport and siege units help reach the island sanctuary 3. The Exile of the Cid — Leave Castile with a small force, meet Motamid, and protect Zaragoza from Berenguer. Alfonso’s castle blocks the direct route, while Berenguer’s nearby siege camp must be dealt with before the final fight 4. Black Guards — Rescue the king before building up for a land and naval campaign. The optional mosque alliance grants substantial monastery assistance; destroying the docks disrupts the enemy’s ability to reinforce across the strait 5. King of Valencia — A changing-front defense: gather local troops and villagers, decide when to abandon Denia, then hold Valencia through the Wonder countdown 6. Reconquista — Defend Valencia from a three-direction assault by land and sea. The fallen Cid is represented on the battlefield; protect him while dismantling the besieging armies

  • 1. Brother against Brother — Complete an opening duel, gather forces around Sancho’s lands, and take Alfonso alive. The final escort must keep both kings and El Cid safe.
  • 2. The Enemy of my Enemy — Find the Imam who can mediate Toledo’s uprising, then reclaim the Relics scattered among rival factions. Transport and siege units help reach the island sanctuary.
  • 3. The Exile of the Cid — Leave Castile with a small force, meet Motamid, and protect Zaragoza from Berenguer. Alfonso’s castle blocks the direct route, while Berenguer’s nearby siege camp must be dealt with before the final fight.
  • 4. Black Guards — Rescue the king before building up for a land and naval campaign. The optional mosque alliance grants substantial monastery assistance; destroying the docks disrupts the enemy’s ability to reinforce across the strait.
  • 5. King of Valencia — A changing-front defense: gather local troops and villagers, decide when to abandon Denia, then hold Valencia through the Wonder countdown.
  • 6. Reconquista — Defend Valencia from a three-direction assault by land and sea. The fallen Cid is represented on the battlefield; protect him while dismantling the besieging armies.
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