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Part 22
Total War: Three Kingdoms

Part 22

France starts with Toulose, Angers, Marseille, Rheims, Paris (Capital) in Total War: Three Kingdoms. Learn their units, buildings, and strategy.

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France starts with Toulose, Angers, Marseille, Rheims, Paris (Capital) in Total War: Three Kingdoms. Learn their units, buildings, and strategy.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Begin by conquering all of modern-day France, excluding Caen, which is held by England.
  2. 2
    Quickly consolidate local power to prevent incursions from Spain, Portugal, Denmark, and the Holy Roman Empire (HRE).
  3. 3
    Consider initiating war with England first.
  4. 4
    If Scotland is still present after defeating England, eliminate them as well and conquer all of Great Britain, including Ireland.
  5. 5
    After dealing with England, focus on keeping Spain, Portugal, Denmark, and the HRE at bay while conquering Italy.
  6. 6
    Key Italian cities for revenue include Milan, Venice, Genoa, Florence, Naples, and Bologna.
  7. 7
    If excommunicated, attack Rome and eliminate the Pope.
  8. 8
    Conquer Corsica, Sardinia, and Sicily to weaken Sicily and Milan.
  9. 9
    With Venice secured, prepare to eliminate Venice.
  10. 10
    Subsequently, work on securing Germany or Iberia.
Tips
  • France has access to Jousting Lists and Music buildings.
  • Jousting Level 1 provides +1 Experience for recruited Knights.
  • Jousting Level 2 provides +2 Experience for recruited Knights, 1 free upkeep unit, and +5% public order from happiness.
  • Music Level 1 provides +5% public order from happiness.
  • Music Level 2 provides +10% public order from happiness and +5% public health.
  • France's infantry options are limited early on but include the strong Dismounted Feudal Knight. Later units include Voulges, Pikemen, Swiss Pikemen (mercenaries), and Dismounted Noble Knights.
  • Early missile units are weak, but Crossbowmen are decent. Later options include Scots Guard, Arquebusiers, French Mounted Archers, and Aventuriers. France lacks Musketeers.
  • France's artillery is excellent, featuring the Basilisk and Serpentine, capable of decimating walls and troops. Only the Turkish Monster Bombard competes. Hungary and the HRE also have these artillery options.
  • France's greatest strength is its cavalry. The French Lancer is considered the best cavalry unit in the game.
  • Be aware that Spain, Portugal, and The Moors may fight each other for Iberia, and Denmark and the HRE may fight each other.
  • When fighting England, superior cavalry is essential to counter their archers. Be mindful of their stakes.
  • Try to ensure Scotland occupies England's attention or establish a navy in the English Channel.
  • Italian cities like Milan, Venice, Genoa, Florence, Naples, and Bologna are crucial for generating income.

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