EU4 Missions

4,688 Missions

A complete, searchable list of all EU4 missions — generic and nation-specific — with the goal you need to meet to complete each one.

Missions are tasks shown in your mission tree that grant a reward when their conditions are met. Each nation has its own tree, on top of the generic missions available to everyone. Complete one instantly from the console with `mission <mission key>`.

Used with the mission and mission_tree console commands.

	Goal	Key
	What will we say when our children ask, 'why didn't you invest in Eastern Poland?'
	Finland is even for Scandinavian standards rather underdeveloped. But it has great potential nonetheless. By investing in the Finnish lands we can bring it on par with the rest of our country and gain a non-trivial increase of our profits from the fur production.
	There is much poverty in our Hungarian and Bohemian territories. Our empire would have a far stronger foundation if we were to invest in them as we would in our Austrian territories.
	The grain and wood trades are well and good, but there's richer commerce out there for us to become part of. The coast of Guinea offers ivory and other sought-after goods, and we'd be fools if we didn't try to gain control of that trade.
	No other estate is as crucial for the development of a country as the are. It is them who invest into architectural projects, who keep the money flowing into our our nation. We should invest into their services as we might need them in the near future.
	We are far away from our brethren in Arabia and so are our scholars. Therefore, our laws have changed independently from theirs. We should invite scholars from the east and hear their newest advancements in the laws of the our religion.
	Many advisory voices in our palace advocate in favor of a movement that focuses on perfecting our internal affairs instead of chasing conquest far and wide. However, a new movement within our realm opposes the former, underlying that we must strike while the iron is hot and smite the enemies who seek to destroy it, before they are able to amass strength and challenge us.
	Many advisory voices in our palace advocate in favor of a movement that focuses on perfecting our internal affairs instead of chasing conquest far and wide. However, a new movement within our realm opposes the former, underlying that we must strike while the iron is hot and smite the enemies who seek to destroy it before they are able to amass strength and challenge us.
	The Irish people are not immune to the allure of the New World. Many wish to migrate there in search of land and wealth. Perhaps in generations to come, the peoples of the Americas will proudly boast of their Irish heritage.
	Although gold is a very precious metal and ivory is highly sought after, they both are not good material for forging weaponry or tailoring distinctable soldier outfits. The provinces Kalonga and Lundu have the materials we are looking for. We should take them for ourselves and use their resources for our goals.
	We assert dominance over the Irrawaddy river trade by outmatching our competitors and establishing a large merchant fleet.
	Our villages are situated at the head gates of multiple irrigation canals, all of them providing an improvement in our agricultural practices. We must maintain this useful tradition.
	On the doorstep of Mecca and Medina and with a growing fervor, we could seize both cities and try to claim a new Caliphate under a dynasty that can actually take care of the Muslim Community.
	Many Muslim communities exist on Java, and their rulers rely on Muslim traders to conduct commerce. We will show them the folly of failing to embrace Islam.
	Many city-states on Sumatra have already adopted Islam. We must complete the task of bringing Allah's truth to the entire island.
	The peoples of Sulawesi and the Moluccas still practice their ancient heathen faith. We must cast down their false idols.
	From one island to the other, our people keep expanding all across the Polynesian Triangle.
	By showing our strength and making them afraid of us we can claim the rulership on these islands.
	Madagascar may not have many natural riches, but it serves as a great trade center, and its people are divided, fighting each other. Perhaps if we can secure the isle, we can further increase our power in Zanzibar.
	It is only a short voyage from Rome to the Mediterranean, and the Mediterranean is a vast and open domain that our enemies could sail across at any time to strike at us. To protect Rome, we should seize control of the major islands that guard the approaches to Italy's western coastline.
	The various islands situated around the Mediterranean could, with the right overlord, be ideally situated to take advantage of the sheer wealth that flows into Europe. Claim them, and make sure that they play an integral part in our revenge upon the Christian kings of the continent.
	Our borders hold an ever-increasing volume of merchant goods passing through them. It would be wise to assert guidelines and regulate the commercial traffic within our jurisdiction.
	The myriad provincial laws of our lands provide countless opportunities for abuse and corruption. General laws which apply consistently to every province in the land may conflict with the traditional rights of the states, but they will go a long way towards providing efficient and honest government for all our people.
	Sound finances are the bedrock of stable government. To ensure that order is maintained and trade continues, we must encourage a steady flow of good coins into the realm.
	Sound finances are the bedrock of stable government. To ensure that order is maintained and trade continues, we must encourage a steady flow of good coins into the realm.
	As good Muslims our rulers have always followed the tenets of Sharia laid out by the Prophet (peace be upon him). However, many of our subjects are of other faiths. While in the past the other people of the book were allowed to hold their own courts, this leads to a complex and unwieldy court system. The time has come to create a legal code that will be the basis of the rule of law for all our subjects irrespective of faith.
	The royal warrants of appointment is an issue granted to merchants of magnificent goods for the royal court and the royal personages. We should choose our trade partners wisely and grant them these warrants in exchange for a favorable trade.
	For far too long have we let the pretender ghosts that rule China dictate our lives and treat our people as second-class citizens. We must present our grievances against the Emperor of China and force him on his knees so that he may be taught his place alongside humility.
	Provence and Savoy have historical relations with our great country, and we should do everything in our power to strength those ties, such as conquering those lands.
	Provence and Savoy have historical relations with our great country, and we should do everything in our power to strengthen those ties, such as conquering those lands.
	The rich lands of Northern Italy have long been defying Imperial decrees. These cities must not be tolerated so close to the Austrian heartlands.
	Italy is rich and ripe for the taking. Like so many before us, we will stake out our part of Italy, and reap its riches for ourselves.
	Italy is rich and ripe for the taking. Like so many before us, we will stake out our part of Italy, and reap its riches for ourselves.
	The rich lands of Northern Italy have long been defying Imperial decrees. These cities must not be tolerated so close to the Austrian heartlands.
	By embedding ourselves in the complex web of dynastic diplomacy that is Italian politics, we have spun a plausible story about potential Spanish claims in Tuscany and Milan. Of course this story will do nothing on its own; for that we will need the assistance of our military forces.
	By embedding ourselves in the complex web of dynastic diplomacy that is Italian politics, we have spun a plausible story about potential Spanish claims in Tuscany and Milan. Of course this story will do nothing on its own; for that we will need the assistance of our military forces.
	Italian, especially Venetian crystal has become famous across all of Europe for being the finest glass. Produced mostly on the island of Murano, we need to increase its production and to improve knowledge elsewhere so that we can make our glass products a symbol of status.
	Italy has suffered the indignity of foreign interference in her affairs for far too long. It is time to end foreign domination once and for all.
	Since the time of the Karlings the fates of Germany and Italy have been bound together. It is time to reestablish German hegemony over Italy.
	Since the time of the Karlings the fates of Germany and Italy have been bound together. It is time to reestablish German hegemony over Italy.
	The world is changing, and we are at the center of that change. The writings of the ancient Greeks have become available to us once again, and the study of these venerable works has become a blossoming field of study. We cannot let our country become an intellectual backwater when such breathtaking work is happening so close to us!
	As the domains of Saint Peter have grown, an idea has begun to take shape. Our power and prestige make us natural leaders of the Italian Peninsula, and it would not take much effort to make that idea a reality.
	Other countries have famous wine-growing regions, one could say that Italy is a famous wine-growing region in of itself. Her wine contributing to her fame, Italy should continue nurturing this tradition.
	Until his death at the Battle of Varna in 1444, Hungary was governed together with Poland and Lithuania by Władysław III Jagiellon. We should restore the union between our thrones that existed in his day - and ensure that the outcome is more propitious than last time.
	Until his death at the Battle of Varna in 1444, Hungary was governed together with Poland and Lithuania by Władysław III Jagiellon. We should restore the union between our thrones that existed in his day - and ensure that the outcome is more propitious than last time.
	Founded by Kazimierz the Great, the Jagiellonian University has done wonders for the advancement of learning in Poland. Under our patronage, it shall be a center of learning renowned throughout the world.
	Jaguar and Eagle knights are some of the most elite warriors in Aztec society. Representing both Tezcatlipoca, the God of Conflict, and Huitzilopochtli, the God of War, they are feared on the battlefield. By using their reputation to our advantage, we will be able to dominate the battlefield even more.
	Most of our army are levies whose loyalty is to the nobility. The Janissaries are different though as their servitude is meant for the our ruler and the our ruler only. However, this obedience comes with a price as these soldiers have their own agendas and wish to be rewarded.
	It is notoriously difficult to court favor with the lords of Japan, yet the rewards of doing so are great.
	The nation of Japan has shut off itself from the rest of the world. Well, except the Dutch. For that reason, we must make sure we strengthen our trade in the isle.

plc_invest_eastern_poland

What will we say when our children ask, 'why didn't you invest in Eastern Poland?'

sca_expand_finland

Finland is even for Scandinavian standards rather underdeveloped. But it has great potential nonetheless. By investing in the Finnish lands we can bring it on par with the rest of our country and gain a non-trivial increase of our profits from the fur production.

emp_hab_develop_hungary_bohemia

There is much poverty in our Hungarian and Bohemian territories. Our empire would have a far stronger foundation if we were to invest in them as we would in our Austrian territories.

emp_ned_invest_in_the_rich_trades

The grain and wood trades are well and good, but there's richer commerce out there for us to become part of. The coast of Guinea offers ivory and other sought-after goods, and we'd be fools if we didn't try to gain control of that trade.

sca_invest_into_work_forces

No other estate is as crucial for the development of a country as the are. It is them who invest into architectural projects, who keep the money flowing into our our nation. We should invest into their services as we might need them in the near future.

son_invite_foreign_scholars

We are far away from our brethren in Arabia and so are our scholars. Therefore, our laws have changed independently from theirs. We should invite scholars from the east and hear their newest advancements in the laws of the our religion.

mng_inward_perfection

Many advisory voices in our palace advocate in favor of a movement that focuses on perfecting our internal affairs instead of chasing conquest far and wide. However, a new movement within our realm opposes the former, underlying that we must strike while the iron is hot and smite the enemies who seek to destroy it, before they are able to amass strength and challenge us.

yua_inward_perfection

Many advisory voices in our palace advocate in favor of a movement that focuses on perfecting our internal affairs instead of chasing conquest far and wide. However, a new movement within our realm opposes the former, underlying that we must strike while the iron is hot and smite the enemies who seek to destroy it before they are able to amass strength and challenge us.

irish_america

The Irish people are not immune to the allure of the New World. Many wish to migrate there in search of land and wealth. Perhaps in generations to come, the peoples of the Americas will proudly boast of their Irish heritage.

zim_conquer_north

Although gold is a very precious metal and ivory is highly sought after, they both are not good material for forging weaponry or tailoring distinctable soldier outfits. The provinces Kalonga and Lundu have the materials we are looking for. We should take them for ourselves and use their resources for our goals.

mnd_peg_burma_trade

We assert dominance over the Irrawaddy river trade by outmatching our competitors and establishing a large merchant fleet.

pue_irrigation_canals

Our villages are situated at the head gates of multiple irrigation canals, all of them providing an improvement in our agricultural practices. We must maintain this useful tradition.

YEM_islamic_ambitions

On the doorstep of Mecca and Medina and with a growing fervor, we could seize both cities and try to claim a new Caliphate under a dynasty that can actually take care of the Muslim Community.

atj_java_islam

Many Muslim communities exist on Java, and their rulers rely on Muslim traders to conduct commerce. We will show them the folly of failing to embrace Islam.

atj_sumatra_islam

Many city-states on Sumatra have already adopted Islam. We must complete the task of bringing Allah's truth to the entire island.

atj_moluccas_islam

The peoples of Sulawesi and the Moluccas still practice their ancient heathen faith. We must cast down their false idols.

island_hopping

From one island to the other, our people keep expanding all across the Polynesian Triangle.

fiji_island_lords

By showing our strength and making them afraid of us we can claim the rulership on these islands.

OMA_madagascar

Madagascar may not have many natural riches, but it serves as a great trade center, and its people are divided, fighting each other. Perhaps if we can secure the isle, we can further increase our power in Zanzibar.

emp_pap_island_screens

It is only a short voyage from Rome to the Mediterranean, and the Mediterranean is a vast and open domain that our enemies could sail across at any time to strike at us. To protect Rome, we should seize control of the major islands that guard the approaches to Italy's western coastline.

adu_conquer_med_islands

The various islands situated around the Mediterranean could, with the right overlord, be ideally situated to take advantage of the sheer wealth that flows into Europe. Claim them, and make sure that they play an integral part in our revenge upon the Christian kings of the continent.

issue_trade_policy

Our borders hold an ever-increasing volume of merchant goods passing through them. It would be wise to assert guidelines and regulate the commercial traffic within our jurisdiction.

emp_ned_general_reglement

The myriad provincial laws of our lands provide countless opportunities for abuse and corruption. General laws which apply consistently to every province in the land may conflict with the traditional rights of the states, but they will go a long way towards providing efficient and honest government for all our people.

jap_issue_new_coin

Sound finances are the bedrock of stable government. To ensure that order is maintained and trade continues, we must encourage a steady flow of good coins into the realm.

JAP_issue_new_erizeni_rei

Sound finances are the bedrock of stable government. To ensure that order is maintained and trade continues, we must encourage a steady flow of good coins into the realm.

tur_issue_the_kannuname

As good Muslims our rulers have always followed the tenets of Sharia laid out by the Prophet (peace be upon him). However, many of our subjects are of other faiths. While in the past the other people of the book were allowed to hold their own courts, this leads to a complex and unwieldy court system. The time has come to create a legal code that will be the basis of the rule of law for all our subjects irrespective of faith.

gbr_the_royal_charter

The royal warrants of appointment is an issue granted to merchants of magnificent goods for the royal court and the royal personages. We should choose our trade partners wisely and grant them these warrants in exchange for a favorable trade.

mch_issue_seven_grievances

For far too long have we let the pretender ghosts that rule China dictate our lives and treat our people as second-class citizens. We must present our grievances against the Emperor of China and force him on his knees so that he may be taught his place alongside humility.

emp_ita_italia_transalpina

Provence and Savoy have historical relations with our great country, and we should do everything in our power to strength those ties, such as conquering those lands.

JHC_ITA_italia_transalpina

Provence and Savoy have historical relations with our great country, and we should do everything in our power to strengthen those ties, such as conquering those lands.

austrian_italian_ambition

The rich lands of Northern Italy have long been defying Imperial decrees. These cities must not be tolerated so close to the Austrian heartlands.

gc_cas_spa_italian_ambition

Italy is rich and ripe for the taking. Like so many before us, we will stake out our part of Italy, and reap its riches for ourselves.

spa_rb_italian_ambition

Italy is rich and ripe for the taking. Like so many before us, we will stake out our part of Italy, and reap its riches for ourselves.

hab_italian_ambition

The rich lands of Northern Italy have long been defying Imperial decrees. These cities must not be tolerated so close to the Austrian heartlands.

gc_cas_spa_italian_ambition_22

By embedding ourselves in the complex web of dynastic diplomacy that is Italian politics, we have spun a plausible story about potential Spanish claims in Tuscany and Milan. Of course this story will do nothing on its own; for that we will need the assistance of our military forces.

gc_cas_spa_italian_ambition_2

ITA_glass

Italian, especially Venetian crystal has become famous across all of Europe for being the finest glass. Produced mostly on the island of Murano, we need to increase its production and to improve knowledge elsewhere so that we can make our glass products a symbol of status.

emp_mlo_italian_freedom

Italy has suffered the indignity of foreign interference in her affairs for far too long. It is time to end foreign domination once and for all.

emp_ger_hlr_italy

Since the time of the Karlings the fates of Germany and Italy have been bound together. It is time to reestablish German hegemony over Italy.

JHC_GER_italy

Since the time of the Karlings the fates of Germany and Italy have been bound together. It is time to reestablish German hegemony over Italy.

itm_italian_renaissance

The world is changing, and we are at the center of that change. The writings of the ancient Greeks have become available to us once again, and the study of these venerable works has become a blossoming field of study. We cannot let our country become an intellectual backwater when such breathtaking work is happening so close to us!

emp_pap_italian_supremacy

As the domains of Saint Peter have grown, an idea has begun to take shape. Our power and prestige make us natural leaders of the Italian Peninsula, and it would not take much effort to make that idea a reality.

ITA_wine

Other countries have famous wine-growing regions, one could say that Italy is a famous wine-growing region in of itself. Her wine contributing to her fame, Italy should continue nurturing this tradition.

emp_hun_jagiellonian_union

Until his death at the Battle of Varna in 1444, Hungary was governed together with Poland and Lithuania by Władysław III Jagiellon. We should restore the union between our thrones that existed in his day - and ensure that the outcome is more propitious than last time.

hun_jagiellonian_union

lit_jag_university

Founded by Kazimierz the Great, the Jagiellonian University has done wonders for the advancement of learning in Poland. Under our patronage, it shall be a center of learning renowned throughout the world.

azt_jaguars_and_eagles

Jaguar and Eagle knights are some of the most elite warriors in Aztec society. Representing both Tezcatlipoca, the God of Conflict, and Huitzilopochtli, the God of War, they are feared on the battlefield. By using their reputation to our advantage, we will be able to dominate the battlefield even more.

tur_grant_first_janissary_privileges

Most of our army are levies whose loyalty is to the nobility. The Janissaries are different though as their servitude is meant for the our ruler and the our ruler only. However, this obedience comes with a price as these soldiers have their own agendas and wish to be rewarded.

mnd_dai_japan_relations

It is notoriously difficult to court favor with the lords of Japan, yet the rewards of doing so are great.

NED_japan

The nation of Japan has shut off itself from the rest of the world. Well, except the Dutch. For that reason, we must make sure we strengthen our trade in the isle.