CAMPAIGN · THE FORGOTTEN

The Return of the Dragon

Dracula escapes exile and heads for Bran Castle, where the Order of the Dragon can support his return. Gather local towns and allies, then strike Vladislav II’s capital at Targoviste and remove him from power.

Overview

Player approach

The Return of the Dragon starts as a small escort mission and becomes a town-control scenario after Vlad reaches Bran Castle. Preserve the hero through the northern pass, then capture nearby villages to obtain the production buildings the scenario restricts.

Step-by-step plan

Travel northwest from Bogdan’s castle and use the route through the Moldavian city to avoid the strongest southern tower. At the guarded pass, consider drawing out and defeating Vladislav’s general so the guards withdraw; if the force cannot win that fight, use the northern path and avoid unnecessary contact. Once Bran Castle is reached, protect it because it produces Paladins over time. Capture local villages by moving a unit onto their markers to gain the production buildings unavailable through ordinary construction, then use those sites to extend the army and secure the required objectives.

Risks and adjustments

Vlad must survive the escort, so keep him out of range while the Cavaliers handle threats. Running past enemies can work but risks losing the hero to a pursuit. Check which buildings each village grants before splitting the force, and keep Bran Castle protected while the town expands.

Focused strategy page

For a dedicated version of this plan, open The Return of the Dragon Bran approach plan.

Mission overview

Objectives

Keep Vlad Dracula alive and bring him to Bran Castle.
Build support across the region and defeat the Danesti general.
Storm Targoviste and kill Vladislav II.
Optional: defend Bran Castle and pay the Hungarians 1,000 food for their support.

Focus: Scenario · Vlad Dracula
Signature / category: Story & scenarios
Release / context: The Forgotten
Region: The Forgotten
Classification: Scenarios