Introduction | Diplomacy Crusader Kings 2 Guide

If in the most of computer game the basic persuasion tool is violent, in the Crusader Kings II the diplomacy is essential. Thanks to mediation and talks you can achieve almost everything: from help in the war, through enemy's excommunication til the marriage or declaration of war. Range of possibilities is really big, what can astonish beginner tacticians. On the following pages of the guide you'll find many advices, thanks to which you can feel like an experienced diplomat.

Politics is merciless: if its needed to kill your mother, you have to do it.

As the art of diplomacy based on human relations, it's worth to acquaint with the Characters earlier. As the most important element of the game, diplomacy puts together with the remaining parts of the game, especially with the military and intrigues (more information in chapters Military and Intrigues). The dialogues are managed by clicking on the particular person and choosing proper options.

This king father was only a bishop. As you can see, the diplomacy does miracles.

Every person in the game has its own politics, even the teen counts. The world of Crusader Kings II pulsate with whole branches of intrigues, secret wars and long-term plans. It's constant, often non-declared war. Players, as its participant, has to make his steps faster than enemies and don't let them see his intentions. It's crucial to plan adequately to your strength: if you're not an important count you can't fight openly with the great emperor.

That's the goal of diplomacy: thanks to it the poorest courtier can achieve glory and the most powerful ruler can fall. Clever directing the dialogues is essential in being successful: without proper abilities and plans, you can do nothing. Luckily, all important things you'll find in this guide.