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age_heir Console Command

Documentation and examples for the age_heir command in Europa Universalis IV.

age_heir

Ruler

Sets the age of an heir

ParameterDescription
AgeNumberrequired
Country TagTextoptional

Command builder

Fill in the parameters to build a ready-to-paste age_heir command. Fields with a dropdown let you pick a valid ID.

Age
Country Tag (optional)

Overview

Sets your heir's age. Since an heir must come of age to rule and age affects events, this lets you ready (or stall) a succession for testing.

Frequently asked questions

How do you use the age_heir command in EU4?

Open the console with the grave (`) key while in-game, type age_heir followed by its parameters, then press Enter. The console can't be opened in Ironman games.

What does the age_heir command do?

Sets the age of an heir.

What are the parameters for the age_heir command?

The syntax is age_heir [age] [country tag]. It takes 2 arguments: age, country tag (optional).

Does the age_heir command require any DLC?

No. age_heir is part of the base game and works without any DLC.

Can you use age_heir in Ironman mode?

No. The console is disabled in Ironman games, so age_heir can't be entered. Because achievements are only earned in Ironman, console commands like age_heir can't be used to unlock them.