Crusader Kings II Chronicle – Follow PC Gamers Epic Undertaking

[Regina]

For glory!
I’m currently in the middle of an epic undertaking:
chronicling an alternate history of Europe in Paradox Development Studios Crusader Kings II, with a new entry every Wednesday.
Onward!

After two epic games, I put down Civ V for Paradox’s Crusader Kings II,
where my quest is still ongoing to raise my noble house to glory in 11th Century Europe.
Here’s your chance to get caught up so you can jump in with next week’s fresh entry!

by T.J. Hafer

Crusader Kings Chronicle: The Prologue
Welcome to the spiritual successor to my Civilization V actual play column,
set in Paradox Development Studdios grand medieval strategy game Crusader Kings II.
http://www.pcgamer.com/2012/09/05/crusader-kings-chronicle-the-prologue/

Crusader Kings Chronicle, part 1: 1066 – 1076 A.D.
Last week, I took control of House ua Brian of Munster with one goal:
unite Ireland under one High King and secure its independence, laughing in the Norman face of actual history.
My banners are raised, and my rightful claim on County Desmond awaits as the first step toward forging a crown.
http://www.pcgamer.com/2012/09/12/sept-12-dontpost-crusader-kings-chronicle-part-1-1066-1076-a-d/

Crusader Kings Chronicle, part 2: 1076 – 1086 A.D.
Last week, I made my first steps toward the throne by uniting the Duchy of Munster.
I’ve still got a long way to go to forge a crown, though.
http://www.pcgamer.com/2012/09/19/sept-19-crusader-kings-chronicle-part-2-1076-10xx-a-d/

Crusader Kings Chronicle, part 3: 1086-1096
Last week, I conquered County Connacht, but managed to spur two rebellions in the process.
Now I must fight a war on two fronts against a bannerman and a sister in law I once trusted if my realm is to survive.
http://www.pcgamer.com/2012/09/26/crusader-kings-chronicle-part-3/

Crusader Kings Chronicle, part 4: 1095-1112
Last week, I put down four (count ‘em, four!) rebellions and expanded my realm,
but I need one more important claim before I can declare myself king.
http://www.pcgamer.com/2012/10/03/crusader-kings-chronicle-part-4/

Crusader Kings Chronicle, part 5: 1112-1128
I have just been crowned King Brian I of Ireland, and gathered the Lords of the Emerald Isle to offer them vassalage.
Can I unify the realm and secure its independence? It’s a mystery only time can reveal.
http://www.pcgamer.com/2012/10/17/crusader-kings-chronicle-part-5/

Crusader Kings Chronicle, part 6: 1128-1160
After a bloody and damaging succession war, I have emerged as Queen Áine I of Ireland. It falls to me to heal the broken nation my grandfather united and secure its independence. And, you know, if we end up conquering mainland Britain along the way, all the better.
http://www.pcgamer.com/2012/10/24/crusader-kings-chronicle-part-6/

Crusader Kings II Chronicle, part 7: The Final Chapter
We’ve arrived at the final chapter of an epic undertaking: chronicling an alternate history of Europe in Paradox’s Crusader Kings II. I, King Murchad I of Ireland, have made a bid by right of birth on the Kingdom of England, and my armies are on the march to secure the throne of the long-embattled realm. Here the story ends, in victory or in death.
http://www.pcgamer.com/2012/10/31/crusader-kings-chronicle-part-7-the-conclusion/

The Strategy Chronicles, collected edition - The Crusader Kings II Chronicle
After two epic games, I put down Civ V for Paradox’s Crusader Kings II, where my quest is still ongoing to raise my noble house to glory in 11th Century Europe.
Here’s your chance to get caught up so you can jump in with next week’s fresh entry!
http://www.pcgamer.com/2012/10/10/the-strategy-chronicles-collected-edition/

 

[Davisx3m]

Nice!

 

[illucypher]

its TJ's chronicle that made me buy CK2; brilliant read and probably the finest strategy game I have ever played!

 

[lordy80011]

Thanks for sharing! What wonderful storytelling!

 

[Adelhard]

His line of succession was screwed up long before he became king. His house has been plagued with murder plots since the second generation, yet he never seemed to really pay attention.

If it doesn't end bitterly it would make, well, rather "intriguing" story. And his vivid and sometimes touching narration certainly makes it a good read. It actually makes me feel more engaging when playing my own game.

 

[tormos]

yeah but he's playing on tutorial island... come on

 

[unmerged(475128)]

yeah but he's playing on tutorial island... come on

Indeed, it's ridiculously easy.

 

[Polish Eagle]

good tutorial aar for noobie - love this game!

 

[The kalrSalian]

the necros are real.

 

[Hari ganesh]

Where are the mods when you need them?

 

[Ezumiyr]

That's not a bad necro when the "necromancian" says something that's still usefull. I do think that this AAR is still cool (and I say that because I missed it) and might still be usefull for new players.
Also, two monthes is not that long.

 

[Jokolytic]

How about you guys worry about fixing the game first instead of dumb e-books and chronicles?

 

[ggggtotalwarrio]

That's not a bad necro when the "necromancian" says something that's still usefull. I do think that this AAR is still cool (and I say that because I missed it) and might still be usefull for new players.
Also, two monthes is not that long.

2 months? Bro it's over two years.

 

[Tufto]

How about you guys worry about fixing the game first instead of dumb e-books and chronicles?

Look at the date. And the fact that this isn't written by P'dox. And the fact that they have different people doing the e-books etc than make the game.

Anyway, Necromancy is considered a grave sin by Holy Mother Church, and thus this thread should be locked- in a small cell with several Manicheans and the devilish Hussites.

 

[Adamus]

Inb4close.

 

[ekorovin]

The ancient evil has awoken.