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
	our ruler's authority as a descendant of an ancient line is unquestionable. And yet, some do and that needs to be corrected.
	Our total conquest of India is at hand. Yet the western part of India refuses to be part of our colonial empire. We must do what is necessary to show them their folly.
	With Kiev once again under our control, we have claimed the legacy of Kievan Rus. It is therefore only natural that we restore Kievan rule over all of Ruthenia.
	A great many Garjat chiefs have sworn allegiance to us, and this veritable swarm of vassal tribes serves us well. Lately however they have become unruly. They must be brought in line, our dominion over the Garjats made absolute.
	If we are to dominate the seas as the Hansa once did, we must build a grand fleet capable of defeating any who might challenge us. No longer shall any other nation claim to rule the waves - they shall become solely our domain.
	The Niger river blesses the lands it crosses with periodical floodings that make the soil incredibly fertile. We will only be able to call ourselves Rulers of the River and get advantage of this fertility when the area around the Bend of the Niger belongs to us and only to us.
	While not exactly the most prosperous land in Arabia, Najd is in the centre of the peninsula and many foreign empires found themselves fighting the local tribes for supremacy in the region. We shall not let those feuds continue.
	The many different city-states in the Aztec Empire, all ruled by a Tlahtoani, have become too autonomous for our liking. By launching new campaigns and subduing them, we can more efficiently rule them.
	The Adriatic Sea harbors the wealthy Ragusa, home to many exotic wares and skillful merchants. We should be able to take control of it fairly easy.
	We have granted Muhammad bin Baysonqor territory to govern in the west. Since then, he has shown Herat nothing but disrespect centralizing his rule in the West. This audacity cannot be tolerated.
	Cuba belongs to us pirates, why else would there be a song about it?
	Our newfound allies in the North have been of great help so far. However, our local manpower has always been scarce and our officers unreliable. Perhaps by asking them to send some officers to help us, we can knock out one of these problems.
	Constantinople cannot be the spiritual center of Orthodox Christianity without the legitimacy of the Byzantine Emperor. We need to pick up the mantle and establish a Third Rome!
	Constantinople cannot be the spiritual center of Orthodox Christianity without the legitimacy of the Byzantine Emperor. We need to pick up the mantle and establish a Third Rome!
	The Age of Revolution is upon us and Russia must take a side. Will we answer liberty's call and join the revolution, or shall we oppose it with reactionary might?
	The Age of Revolution is upon us and Russia must take a side. Will we answer liberty's call and join the revolution, or shall we oppose it with reactionary might?
	The Kiev Russians of Ruthenia are devoted Christians. Unfortunately, they fell to heresy a long time ago and do not follow the Holy See. We must show them the error of their ways and bring them back to the light of the Catholic church!
	The grandeur of our sacred architecture is a testament to our faith and devotion. We must continue to build magnificent holy places to inspire our people and demonstrate our commitment to the our religion faith.
	Despite the blood we've spilled and the battles we've won, the Gods are still not pleased. They demand more sacrifices and more blood, they desire more of it so they can protect us. We will comply and set out to conquer more and sacrifice more.
	The strategic importance of controlling Yerevan and Diyarbakir cannot be overstated. We must secure our frontier against incursions from Persia by conquering and resettling these originally rich lands that were laid waste to by Tamerlane's armies.
	Securing Caucasia and pushing our borders to the mountain chain will provide the realm with a valuable strategic defense line.
	Every year, thousands of Muslims make the journey to Mecca in order to fulfill their obligations of Hajj. It is our duty to prevent any harm done to them and may we be punished if we fail to fulfill this duty.
	The fish trade across the Oresund and the Danish peninsula is certainly important. However, securing the salt production on our Southern border and potentially cooperating with the city of Hamburg will yield tremendous rewards.
	By establishing a permanent trade route across the Sahara we would gain access to the riches of West Africa. Though conquest would be our eventual goal, we must first establish a trading presence in the desert.
	What wonders will await us beyond the Cape of Good Hope?
	The sea engulfing our coasts hosts many secrets, most of which lay just beyond the horizon, eagerly waiting to be discovered by our thrill-seeking adventurers and explorers. What mystical gifts and discoveries these lands may hold, surely it befalls us to find out!
	Far to the east are the fabled 'Spice Islands', the source of some of the most sought after goods in Europe such as nutmeg and cloves. We must discover an eastern route to these islands.
	Far to the east are the fabled 'Spice Islands', the source of some of the most sought after goods in Europe such as nutmeg and cloves. We must discover an eastern route to these islands.
	Our Gods have blessed us with the sun. The sun gives us and the land around us life. However, it must one day be extinguished before it rises again. By sailing to where the sun rises, we as well shall bring an end to the old world that plagues us, only to make a new one rise, one ruled by our ruler!
	Our explorations along the African coast are opening new routes and perspectives for the future of our country. It is up to us to take advantage of this opportunity for the expansion of our nation overseas.
	Our explorations along the African coast are opening new routes and perspectives for the future of our country. It is up to us to take advantage of this opportunity for the expansion of our nation overseas.
	No single person was ever more important for our dynasty than Saladin. Without his achievements, the Ayyubids would not have existed, and so we are bound to honor his legacy to the best of our abilities.
	Trade through the Saharian corridors and the Gulf of Guinea have been increasing for some time, with new foreigner merchants appearing in our cities, and trading in some new products. Now we have to take control of that lucrative trade for our benefit.
	Nations around us acknowledge our position as cultural leaders in the Polynesian Triangle. But we have higher ambitions. We must create a large army so that our leadership is not limited to culture, but it becomes a true hegemony.
	Once, every nation in our area looked at us in owe, so great were our culture and traditions. Years of infighting, have made us lose that position as the beacon of culture in the Polynesian Triangle. We must take it back!
	Being the center of the Polynesian Triangle is not enough for what we deserve. We have gone too far by now to give up. We must directly control this land and rule over it.
	No city in all of Italy can be allowed to have as illustrious and captivating architectural marvels as our capital. To that end, we must construct great monuments to our faith and piety, as a testament of our power and wealth.
	Rather than simply imprison the worst lords and risk rebellion, we can take a far more subtle approach to weakening and integrating them by obligating them to visit the capital regularly. Implementing a policy of 'alternate attendance' would compel the lords to maintain two residencies, one in their own domains and one in the capital, and of course they would be expected to travel back and forth in extravagant processions. The cost of all this would bankrupt all but the wealthiest lords, preventing them from accumulating the funds they would need to maintain a private army. It would also help bolster our own power in the capital, and make it a far more attractive place for courtiers and diplomats.
	Sankore Madrasah in Timbuktu has been the most important center of knowledge south of the Sahara for decades. Now it's time to take that city, and use the manuscripts kept there for our benefit.
	Sankore Madrasah in Timbuktu has been the most important center of knowledge south of the Sahara for decades. Now it's time to take that city, and use the manuscripts kept there for our benefit.
	For too long the Hindu faithful have had to rely on the whims of Muslim rulers for free and safe passage during their pilgrimages. We must control each of the seven Sapta Puri, the holiest and most popular pilgrimage sites in India, to ensure that the gods are honored.
	It is the great destiny of our state to lead humankind into salvation, and by making the true religion dominant in the Horn we will be taking the first step into our future.
	In the past, we were but a small enclave in France, surrounded by stronger nations. We could change this, though. Our conquest of Provence has opened the way for us to dominate southern France. We must seize our destiny!
	Saxony has many natural resources. By converting these raw materials into finished goods, we will be able to greatly increase our land's prosperity.
	The Scandes are a mountain range rich with iron and copper. But due to the nature of mountainous terrain they are difficult to traverse. We should develop the infrastructure of the Scandes provinces so we start with our search for new iron and copper nodes.
	The port of Visby, the Skåne Market, the city of Copenhagen, and the growing town of Stockholm are all barriers to our quest for total dominance of trade in the Baltic. We must control these Hanseatic cities.
	And what makes our home-city the most famous shipwrights in all of Northern Europe? But, our shipyards of course. What better way to celebrate our expert ship-making capabilities and our unique vessels, than funding our shipwright industry?
	The Ottomans are a scourge that has descended upon the Roman Empire. We must show these heathens that we are not afraid of them, that we do not recognize their rule over Asia Minor, and that we can expand our alliances and realm despite their threats!
	We only focused on pirating in the Baltic Sea. That might be enough for now, but it is not a long term solution to our need of gold. We must expand into the North Sea and teach the English and the Dutch to fear the our pirates.
	The European powers are scrambling for a foothold in Africa, largely as a means of extending their reach into the East. our nation cannot be left without its own African possessions, so we must mount an expedition!

CSU_authority

our ruler's authority as a descendant of an ancient line is unquestionable. And yet, some do and that needs to be corrected.

dan_sca_annex_gujurat

Our total conquest of India is at hand. Yet the western part of India refuses to be part of our colonial empire. We must do what is necessary to show them their folly.

tr_ruthenia

With Kiev once again under our control, we have claimed the legacy of Kievan Rus. It is therefore only natural that we restore Kievan rule over all of Ruthenia.

ori_vassals_mission

A great many Garjat chiefs have sworn allegiance to us, and this veritable swarm of vassal tribes serves us well. Lately however they have become unruly. They must be brought in line, our dominion over the Garjats made absolute.

han_rule_the_waves

If we are to dominate the seas as the Hansa once did, we must build a grand fleet capable of defeating any who might challenge us. No longer shall any other nation claim to rule the waves - they shall become solely our domain.

msi_ruler_of_the_river

The Niger river blesses the lands it crosses with periodical floodings that make the soil incredibly fertile. We will only be able to call ourselves Rulers of the River and get advantage of this fertility when the area around the Bend of the Niger belongs to us and only to us.

ARB_rulers_of_the_highlands

While not exactly the most prosperous land in Arabia, Najd is in the centre of the peninsula and many foreign empires found themselves fighting the local tribes for supremacy in the region. We shall not let those feuds continue.

azt_tlatoani

The many different city-states in the Aztec Empire, all ruled by a Tlahtoani, have become too autonomous for our liking. By launching new campaigns and subduing them, we can more efficiently rule them.

tradenode_ragusa

The Adriatic Sea harbors the wealthy Ragusa, home to many exotic wares and skillful merchants. We should be able to take control of it fairly easy.

TIM_rumors_of_rebellion

We have granted Muhammad bin Baysonqor territory to govern in the west. Since then, he has shown Herat nothing but disrespect centralizing his rule in the West. This audacity cannot be tolerated.

pirate_running_down_to_cuba

Cuba belongs to us pirates, why else would there be a song about it?

feo_russian_aid

Our newfound allies in the North have been of great help so far. However, our local manpower has always been scarce and our officers unreliable. Perhaps by asking them to send some officers to help us, we can knock out one of these problems.

mos_rus_russian_patriarchate

Constantinople cannot be the spiritual center of Orthodox Christianity without the legitimacy of the Byzantine Emperor. We need to pick up the mantle and establish a Third Rome!

rus_patriarchate_mission

Constantinople cannot be the spiritual center of Orthodox Christianity without the legitimacy of the Byzantine Emperor. We need to pick up the mantle and establish a Third Rome!

rus_the_glorious_revolution

The Age of Revolution is upon us and Russia must take a side. Will we answer liberty's call and join the revolution, or shall we oppose it with reactionary might?

tr_revolution_mission

The Age of Revolution is upon us and Russia must take a side. Will we answer liberty's call and join the revolution, or shall we oppose it with reactionary might?

liv_take_over_ruthenia

The Kiev Russians of Ruthenia are devoted Christians. Unfortunately, they fell to heresy a long time ago and do not follow the Holy See. We must show them the error of their ways and bring them back to the light of the Catholic church!

tre_ecclesiastical_architecture

The grandeur of our sacred architecture is a testament to our faith and devotion. We must continue to build magnificent holy places to inspire our people and demonstrate our commitment to the our religion faith.

azt_prisoners_for_sacrifices

Despite the blood we've spilled and the battles we've won, the Gods are still not pleased. They demand more sacrifices and more blood, they desire more of it so they can protect us. We will comply and set out to conquer more and sacrifice more.

safeguard_eastern_anatolia

The strategic importance of controlling Yerevan and Diyarbakir cannot be overstated. We must secure our frontier against incursions from Persia by conquering and resettling these originally rich lands that were laid waste to by Tamerlane's armies.

hsn_eastern_frontier

Securing Caucasia and pushing our borders to the mountain chain will provide the realm with a valuable strategic defense line.

ARB_safeguard_pilgrim_routes

Every year, thousands of Muslims make the journey to Mecca in order to fulfill their obligations of Hajj. It is our duty to prevent any harm done to them and may we be punished if we fail to fulfill this duty.

hsa_secure_salt_road

The fish trade across the Oresund and the Danish peninsula is certainly important. However, securing the salt production on our Southern border and potentially cooperating with the city of Hamburg will yield tremendous rewards.

gc_mor_saharan_route

By establishing a permanent trade route across the Sahara we would gain access to the riches of West Africa. Though conquest would be our eventual goal, we must first establish a trading presence in the desert.

gbr_sail_around_africa

What wonders will await us beyond the Cape of Good Hope?

mng_sail_east

The sea engulfing our coasts hosts many secrets, most of which lay just beyond the horizon, eagerly waiting to be discovered by our thrill-seeking adventurers and explorers. What mystical gifts and discoveries these lands may hold, surely it befalls us to find out!

gc_cas_spa_discover_spice_islands2

Far to the east are the fabled 'Spice Islands', the source of some of the most sought after goods in Europe such as nutmeg and cloves. We must discover an eastern route to these islands.

gc_cas_spa_discover_spice_islands

Far to the east are the fabled 'Spice Islands', the source of some of the most sought after goods in Europe such as nutmeg and cloves. We must discover an eastern route to these islands.

SUN_sunset_invasion

Our Gods have blessed us with the sun. The sun gives us and the land around us life. However, it must one day be extinguished before it rises again. By sailing to where the sun rises, we as well shall bring an end to the old world that plagues us, only to make a new one rise, one ruled by our ruler!

dom_castile_exploration_ideas

Our explorations along the African coast are opening new routes and perspectives for the future of our country. It is up to us to take advantage of this opportunity for the expansion of our nation overseas.

dom_portugal_exploration_ideas

hsn_saladins_legacy

No single person was ever more important for our dynasty than Saladin. Without his achievements, the Ayyubids would not have existed, and so we are bound to honor his legacy to the best of our abilities.

west_africa_salt_cloth_shells

Trade through the Saharian corridors and the Gulf of Guinea have been increasing for some time, with new foreigner merchants appearing in our cities, and trading in some new products. Now we have to take control of that lucrative trade for our benefit.

samoa_army

Nations around us acknowledge our position as cultural leaders in the Polynesian Triangle. But we have higher ambitions. We must create a large army so that our leadership is not limited to culture, but it becomes a true hegemony.

samoa_culture

Once, every nation in our area looked at us in owe, so great were our culture and traditions. Years of infighting, have made us lose that position as the beacon of culture in the Polynesian Triangle. We must take it back!

samoa_empire

Being the center of the Polynesian Triangle is not enough for what we deserve. We have gone too far by now to give up. We must directly control this land and rule over it.

ven_san_zanipolo

No city in all of Italy can be allowed to have as illustrious and captivating architectural marvels as our capital. To that end, we must construct great monuments to our faith and piety, as a testament of our power and wealth.

JAP_sankin_kotai

Rather than simply imprison the worst lords and risk rebellion, we can take a far more subtle approach to weakening and integrating them by obligating them to visit the capital regularly. Implementing a policy of 'alternate attendance' would compel the lords to maintain two residencies, one in their own domains and one in the capital, and of course they would be expected to travel back and forth in extravagant processions. The cost of all this would bankrupt all but the wealthiest lords, preventing them from accumulating the funds they would need to maintain a private army. It would also help bolster our own power in the capital, and make it a far more attractive place for courtiers and diplomats.

west_africa_sankore_university_fetishist

Sankore Madrasah in Timbuktu has been the most important center of knowledge south of the Sahara for decades. Now it's time to take that city, and use the manuscripts kept there for our benefit.

west_africa_sankore_university_sunni

Sankore Madrasah in Timbuktu has been the most important center of knowledge south of the Sahara for decades. Now it's time to take that city, and use the manuscripts kept there for our benefit.

gen_hindu_sapta_puri

For too long the Hindu faithful have had to rely on the whims of Muslim rulers for free and safe passage during their pilgrimages. We must control each of the seven Sapta Puri, the holiest and most popular pilgrimage sites in India, to ensure that the gods are honored.

gen_hoa_convert_the_horn

It is the great destiny of our state to lead humankind into salvation, and by making the true religion dominant in the Horn we will be taking the first step into our future.

emp_sav_conquer_occitania

In the past, we were but a small enclave in France, surrounded by stronger nations. We could change this, though. Our conquest of Provence has opened the way for us to dominate southern France. We must seize our destiny!

emp_sax_manufacturing

Saxony has many natural resources. By converting these raw materials into finished goods, we will be able to greatly increase our land's prosperity.

sca_expand_norwegian_infrastructure

The Scandes are a mountain range rich with iron and copper. But due to the nature of mountainous terrain they are difficult to traverse. We should develop the infrastructure of the Scandes provinces so we start with our search for new iron and copper nodes.

nov_scandinavian_ports

The port of Visby, the Skåne Market, the city of Copenhagen, and the growing town of Stockholm are all barriers to our quest for total dominance of trade in the Baltic. We must control these Hanseatic cities.

hsa_schiffbauer_gilde

And what makes our home-city the most famous shipwrights in all of Northern Europe? But, our shipyards of course. What better way to celebrate our expert ship-making capabilities and our unique vessels, than funding our shipwright industry?

tre_scorn_the_ottomans

The Ottomans are a scourge that has descended upon the Roman Empire. We must show these heathens that we are not afraid of them, that we do not recognize their rule over Asia Minor, and that we can expand our alliances and realm despite their threats!

got_pirate_raid_the_north_sea

We only focused on pirating in the Baltic Sea. That might be enough for now, but it is not a long term solution to our need of gold. We must expand into the North Sea and teach the English and the Dutch to fear the our pirates.

emp_ger_hlr_scramble_for_africa

The European powers are scrambling for a foothold in Africa, largely as a means of extending their reach into the East. our nation cannot be left without its own African possessions, so we must mount an expedition!