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Loose Ends
Basil Boioannes and the Varangian Guard confront Melus and the Norman troops he has recruited across the river. Build a compact force, protect the allied position where useful, and defeat both enemy armies.
Overview
Basil Boioannes and the Varangian Guard confront Melus and the Norman troops he has recruited across the river. Build a compact force, protect the allied position where useful, and defeat both enemy armies.
Player approach
Loose Ends has limited gold and a stronger infantry-focused Melus. Secure both Relics early, use the Market for later gold, and field Cataphracts to counter the opponent’s ground army.
Step-by-step plan
Build a Monastery immediately and send two Monks toward the western Relic and the one north across the river. Use a small escort to distract the tower while a Monk retrieves the northern Relic. Expand Villager production and add a Market for trade before the map’s gold is exhausted. Build a Castle and produce Cataphracts against Melus’ infantry, while letting the Varangian Guard absorb pressure from the weaker mercenaries.
Risks and adjustments
Do not expose Monks or Villagers near the river without cover. The Varangian Guard can fall without ending the mission, so concentrate defenses on Melus and your own economy.
Focused strategy page
For a dedicated version of this plan, open Loose Ends Relic and Cataphract defense.
Mission overview
Basil Boioannes and the Varangian Guard confront Melus and the Norman troops he has recruited across the river. Build a compact force, protect the allied position where useful, and defeat both enemy armies.
Objectives
- Defeat Melus’ Army.
- Defeat the Norman Mercenaries.
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