AOE IV / Campaigns & Scenarios
The Rise of Moscow
The Rus campaign traces the growth of Moscow from a regional power into a stronger state. Its scenarios mix expansion, defense and conflict with rival powers.
Overview
The Rus campaign traces the growth of Moscow from a regional power into a stronger state. Its scenarios mix expansion, defense and conflict with rival powers.
Mission objectives
Secure the economy and routes specified by each mission, then complete its territorial or military goal.
Scenarios and mission guide
Select a scenario for its own page. Dates identify the historical setting used by the campaign.
Fort to City
- Rebuilding Moscow 1238
Moscow begins as a Rus settlement rebuilding after the Mongol invasion.
City to State
- Tribute 1375
The princes of Moscow navigate the political and military pressure of Mongol rule.
- The Battle of Kulikovo 1380
Dmitry of Moscow leads Rus forces against the Golden Horde at Kulikovo Field.
State to Empire
- Hold Against the Horde 1382
Moscow faces renewed Mongol pressure after the victory at Kulikovo.
- Fall of the Novgorod Republic 1478
Ivan III’s expanding Muscovite state moves to bring Novgorod under its rule.
- Great Stand on the Ugra River 1480
Ivan III’s forces defend the Ugra crossings as Moscow challenges the Great Horde.
Empire to Superpower
- Moscow versus Lithuania 1514
Muscovy and the Grand Duchy of Lithuania contest territory in eastern Europe.
- The Siege of Kazan 1552
Ivan IV’s campaign against Kazan marks a major stage in Muscovy’s expansion.
