Bookmark · 1066.9.15
The Fate of England
The Fate of England is a Crusader Kings III bookmark on 1066.9.15 with 5 featured characters: King Harold of England (Advanced), William the Bastard (Medium), Harald Hardrade (Medium), King Svend of Denmark (Easy) and King Malcolm of Scotland (Easy). Patch 1.20.0.3, from game/common/bookmarks.
When the childless King Edward the Confessor died, it plunged England into a succession crisis unlike any that had come before. Three men attempted to secure the throne for themselves: Harold Godwinson, William the Bastard, and Harald Hardrade, while Svend and Malcolm stood by, ready to pounce at any sign of weakness. Who will stand victorious after this tumultuous time in history?
Characters
King Harold of England
AdvancedEngland · Feudal · Anglo-Saxon · Chalcedonianism · age 44
40 counties, independent
Harold Godwinson was the leader of a powerful noble house, and the brother-in-law of the King, when the childless King Edward died. Now, elected the new King of England by his peers, he is faced with the challenge of holding onto the throne, as the covetous Duke of Normandy, as well as King Harald of Norway, spurred on and aided by Harold's exiled brother, seek to replace him! With a large army at your back and the support of the Anglo-Saxon lords — will the wolves find that they have bitten off more than they can chew?
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William the Bastard
MediumNormandy · Feudal · Norman · Chalcedonianism · age 39
9 counties, vassal of France
The House of Normandy trace their lineage back to Norse vikings, and established themselves on the mainland of Europe over 200 years ago. Now, William II dreams of leading his family to rule the Kingdom of England, and he believes his status as successor to the throne was promised by the late King Edward, and even recognized by Harold Godwinson himself. However, now that Edward is gone, Harold has broken his oath and taken the crown for himself! William is at war with England. Can you muster your forces and claim what is rightfully yours?
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Harald Hardrade
MediumNorway · Feudal · Norwegian · Chalcedonianism · age 51
24 counties, independent
Having displayed formidable military talent since youth, Harald has recently tried, and failed, to conquer Denmark. Now, he looks beyond the sea — by ancient contract, the crown of England should have passed to Harald, when the last King died without an heir. But, instead, the Anglo-Saxons have put Harold Godwinson on the throne! Luckily, the false King has made enemies, and Tostig Godwinson, Harold's own brother, lives in exile in Norway... By using his own enemies against him, can you give this Varangian viking control over the North Sea?
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Denmark · Feudal · Danish · Chalcedonianism · age 47
13 counties, independent
With blood ties to England and Norway, Svend has strong claims to both thrones. Unfortunately, his armies are small and undisciplined, making a war of conquest unfeasible. However, there are other ways to pursue one's dreams... If your children were to be married into powerful families, it could grant many useful alliances — alliances you could leverage to found an empire that would rival Rome itself!
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Scotland · Feudal · Scots · Chalcedonianism · age 35
18 counties, independent
Known to Scotland as the "Great Chief", Malcolm III's situation is tenuous, but full of opportunity. To the south, the rich lands of Northumbria lie vulnerable as England is torn apart by war, but Norse warlords and Gaelic highlanders yet contest the king's rule at home. The British Isles teem with dangers and opportunities: can you pluck a rose from this garden of thorns?
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Source: game/common/bookmarks/bookmarks/00_bookmarks.txt (bm_1066_hastings) and the English localisation, Crusader Kings III 1.20.0.3.