
Bookmark · 1066.9.15 · recommended by the game
Rags to Riches
:TitleFont :20 Legends of Crusader Kings III Throughout Europe, noble families vie for power. Their leaders fight glorious battles and plot dark schemes: risking all to claim the lands and birthrights of others as their own. As the kings of old stumble into ruin, as newcomers claw after crowns... who shall you be?
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Munster · Feudal · Irish · Chalcedonianism · age 39
3 counties, independent
:TitleFont :15 Legend of Crusader Kings III In the beginning of the 11th century, the High Kingship of Ireland has fallen in and out of house Briain's grasp, as the Irish noble houses have warred over territory, against each other and Viking settlers. Yet, while hailing from a line of men deemed destined for Kingship, not much is known about Murchad's brief reign over the smaller area of Munster. With your help, perhaps a member of the house of Briain can sit on the throne of Ireland once more?
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Duchess Matilda
MediumTuscany · Feudal · Italian · Chalcedonianism · age 20
15 counties, vassal of Holy Roman Empire
:TitleFont :15 Legend of Crusader Kings III In the intricate tapestry of 11th-century Northern Italy, Matilda of Canossa finds herself ruling a substantial realm after several unfortunate deaths in the family. Legends of Matilda's piety and whispers of witchcraft add a mystique to her reign. Can you safeguard her rule, ensuring the Canossa line endures for generations in the ever-shifting landscape of medieval Italy?
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Emir Yahya
MediumToledo · Clan · Baranis · Sunni · age 43
14 counties, independent
:TitleFont :15 Legend of Crusader Kings III The Kingdom of Toledo will be established in the late 11th century, when the King of León takes over the eponymous city. This eradication of Emir Yahya and his influence means that the Dhunnunid family will lose its hold on the region, where they have reigned for generations. Through manipulating your rivals, and finding more allies, do you have what it takes to challenge the Kings of the Iberian peninsula and change history for the Dhunnunid house?
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Duke Vratislav
EasyBohemia · Feudal · Czech · Chalcedonianism · age 34
14 counties, vassal of Holy Roman Empire
:TitleFont :15 Legend of Crusader Kings III The Přemyslid family has ruled the region of Bohemia for hundreds of years. They have relied heavily on Seniority for their succession, which, in Duke Vratislav's case, will eventually lead to serious strife with his brothers. To become King of Bohemia, Vratislav will need to be tactical with his resources, both material and not — are you up for the task?
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Duke Robert
MediumApulia · Feudal · Norman · Chalcedonianism · age 51
10 counties, independent
:TitleFont :15 Legend of Crusader Kings III Robert started out his career a thief and head of a band of highwaymen. Being one of many siblings, the adventurous son was never predicted to become a brilliant strategist and statesman, ruling vast areas of land — yet here he is, a powerful Duke of southern Italy, ready to take on the path of history, which will enable the Hautevilles to have a foothold in Sicily for over a hundred years. If you can consolidate the power in the realm, the Kingdom of Sicily awaits its ruler!
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Source: game/common/bookmarks/bookmarks/00_bookmarks.txt (bm_1066_rags_to_riches) and the English localisation, Crusader Kings III 1.20.0.3.