CAMPAIGN · RISE OF THE RAJAS

The Royal Peacock

After the king’s assassination, Bayinnaung becomes entangled in a contest among rival claimants. Escape Pegu, find his army, and decide whether to establish his rule by defeating the pretenders or outlasting them with a Wonder.

Overview

Player approach

The Royal Peacock starts with only a Villager and an immobile Monk, so progress depends on opening a route through the city and using conversions to recruit help. Explore both exits before committing to the rebellion.

Step-by-step plan

Have the Monk begin converting an elephant to clear the roadblock, then move the Villager through the opening. Use the western Fire Tower route to reach the gate and recruit the available mounted messenger, while the eastern route can use a captured Monk and Karambit Warrior to clear the priest crowd. Approach Smim Sawhtut’s force with a rested Monk and convert him from safe range; use the temporary alliance to recruit additional soldiers and prepare the next objective. Keep the Trade Cog and nearby harbor in mind when moving toward the coastal route.

Risks and adjustments

The starting Monk cannot move and has limited faith, so avoid wasting conversion attempts. Do not fight the city guards with the lone Villager, and make sure the temporary diplomatic window lasts long enough to recruit the forces you need before advancing.

Focused strategy page

For a dedicated version of this plan, open The Royal Peacock escape-route plan.

Mission overview

Objectives

Guide the messenger out of Pegu and reach Bayinnaung.
Choose a victory route: defeat all four rivals for the throne or construct and defend a Wonder.

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