legitimacy Console Command
Documentation and examples for the legitimacy command in Europa Universalis IV.
legitimacy
Sets the ruler's legitimacy
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
AmountNumberrequired | |
Country TagTextoptional |
Command builder
Fill in the parameters to build a ready-to-paste legitimacy command. Fields with a dropdown let you pick a valid ID.
Overview
Sets a monarchy ruler's legitimacy. Low legitimacy hurts stability, diplo-reputation, and unrest while high legitimacy improves them; this writes the value directly rather than nudging it.
Frequently asked questions
How do you use the legitimacy command in EU4?
Open the console with the grave (`) key while in-game, type legitimacy followed by its parameters, then press Enter. The console can't be opened in Ironman games.
What does the legitimacy command do?
Sets the ruler's legitimacy.
What are the parameters for the legitimacy command?
The syntax is legitimacy [amount] [country tag]. It takes 2 arguments: amount, country tag (optional).
Does the legitimacy command require any DLC?
No. legitimacy is part of the base game and works without any DLC.
Can you use legitimacy in Ironman mode?
No. The console is disabled in Ironman games, so legitimacy can't be entered. Because achievements are only earned in Ironman, console commands like legitimacy can't be used to unlock them.