kill_leader Console Command
Documentation and examples for the kill_leader command in Europa Universalis IV.
kill_leader
Ruler
Kills a random leader with a death cause
Overview
Kills a random military leader (general or admiral) and assigns a death cause, letting you test leader turnover and the events tied to a commander's death.
Frequently asked questions
How do you use the kill_leader command in EU4?
Open the console with the grave (`) key while in-game, type kill_leader, then press Enter. The console can't be opened in Ironman games.
What does the kill_leader command do?
Kills a random leader with a death cause.
Does the kill_leader command require any DLC?
No. kill_leader is part of the base game and works without any DLC.
Can you use kill_leader in Ironman mode?
No. The console is disabled in Ironman games, so kill_leader can't be entered. Because achievements are only earned in Ironman, console commands like kill_leader can't be used to unlock them.