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[Kadayi]

Dev Diary #2 is up: -

The Medieval Map

https://forum.paradoxplaza.com/forum/index.php?threads/ck3-dev-diary-2-the-medieval-map.1274052/

TL: DR

There's essentially going to be 3 Levels of detail with maps. A paper style one for when you're zoomed fully out giving an overview, a Strategic 3D style one for managing Vassals etc and a more detailed one showing terrain, settlements etc for combat.

Paradox is reworking the counties and incorporating Baronies as part of that (between 2 - 5 per County for the most part), however, that doesn't mean that you will be able to play as Barons, unfortunately (they're a little too low on the pecking order). The number of baronies will have an impact on income etc.

Areas won't be exclusively one terrain type, but it will be more divided down.

Above shows the existing CKII divisions versus what we can expect from CKIII


Also in terms of map extent, for the most part, the existing map won't be getting substantially bigger (China is a no) but they are extending Africa and reworking almost all the areas.

 

[Kadayi]

Dev Diary #3 is up: -

War

https://forum.paradoxplaza.com/forum/index.php?threads/ck3-dev-diary-3-war.1279641/

TL: DR

Major Major overhaul.

Armies will now consist of Men & Arms (trained professional soldiers, the equivalent of retinues in CK2), Levies (conscripted Peasants) and Knights. Men at Arms are your specialised forces (Pikemen, Cavalry etc) Levies are your untrained cannon fodder/meat shields, and knights are your distinct hero warriors drawn from amongst your courtiers who demonstrate Prowess (the CK3 version of Combat Skill).

Armies are now under a singular commander versus the previous system of up to 3 per army though presumably, your knights play some role in matters (not entirely clear). As previously experience and knowledge have an impact on the effectiveness of a commander in the field.

When it comes to battles, the terrain is going to play much more of a factor beyond troop movement because one of the important aspects of how a battle goes is how much force each side can bring to bear upon the other in terms of active frontage ('combat width' is their colloquialism) versus sheer weight of numbers alone. Aspects like this factor into battle Advantage, so peoples dream of Spartaneqsque feats of bravery in the face of overwhelming odds could come true with the right mix of experienced commander, troops and tactical advantage. Things like River Crossing etc will become quite significant.

In truth, there's quite a lot to digest with this Diary so I do recommend reading it fully versus just my cliff notes.


Also since the announcement of CKIII Paradox has introduced a CK2 series of challenges 'The Monarchs Journey' which are a way for players old and new to learn their way around the game and unlock cosmetic adds on in CK3 in time for when it arrives. As part of the latest stage they are also giving alway the CK2 DLC 'Swords of Islam' free on Steam this weekend. More deets here: -

Steam :: Crusader Kings II :: Monarch's Journey - Sword of Islam Free This Weekend + New Challenges!

The Monarch's Journey's new ruler, Saad Mordechai will be available to play in CK2 on Saturday! It requires Sword of Islam, Free to Keep this weekend - starting Nov. 15, 19:00 CET!

steamcommunity.com

 

[GreenAlien]

Sons of Abraham DLC for CK2 is free right now until jan27 on steam.

 

[PhoenixTank]

Sons of Abraham DLC for CK2 is free right now until jan27 on steam.

Bless you.