Midevil 2: Total War is a real time strategy game for the computer. It's main objectives include managing resources (income, public order, religion, population growth) and constructing buildings (barracks, roads, grainery, church). Your family members are Generals (they have their own traits like chivalry, piety, loyalty) who must be carefully managed through marriages and diplomatic action. Losing them costs you loyalty, and there can be civil unrest.
Currency is necessary to produce everything in the game. Allies, enemies, and vassals are all managed through diplomacy offers with other countries. Allies can allow trade rights and access to map information.
If the player belongs to the Catholic regions, he/she can accept missions (join the Crusades) from the Pope to gain his favor. With enough of the Pope's favor granted, the Papal States can band together in allegiance to the player. The player's Cardinals can graduate from college and possibly become the next Pope. Depending how pious your General is, the current Pope will find favor with you.
Battle Deployment is a different game dynamic. Before the battle starts, a famous General can give a rousing battle speech to increase the troops' morale. There is real time environmental damage, and much more camera control. You can strategize attacks based on your units, weaponry, and the environment available. There are various actions available in battle (withdraw, run, guard, formations, fire bows, use swords, special ability). If a General is captured in battle, they can be ransomed/executed/released.
Midevil 2: Total War is a mammoth game with engaging music, a massive interface, unique animations, varied character models, good quality graphics, and multiplayer options. In the end, it makes Age of Empires look like a baby's toy.
My Question: When do you beat this game? How long do you spend playing until you actually finish a campaign?
My Answer: There is WAY too much to learn about this game because of its enormous scale.
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