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
	The disastrous Battle of Bar ensured the Serbian realm was to remain independent from the Byzantine Empire for years to come. While we did manage to strike back at the Serbians since then, they were still able to take over much of our territory and did found the Serbian Empire. Since then, they have succumbed to decline of their own as well. Let us strike them while they are still down!
	The land around the small village of Versailles has long been excellent hunting land, the small hunting lodge has steadily been augmented into a grand looking chateau. Is it not now fitting to make this the seat of the French government?
	It is time to truly consolidate our rule over the Gulf of Mexico by establishing a permanent and organized colonial Viceroyalty. The Real Audiencia will serve as the highest court in the New World and ensure that the golden riches of Mexico make their way safely to Spain.
	It is time to truly consolidate our rule over the Gulf of Mexico by establishing a permanent and organized colonial Viceroyalty. The Real Audiencia will serve as the highest court in the New World and ensure that the golden riches of Mexico make their way safely to Spain.
	Southern India is a vast region and separated by mountains and jungles from the north, making it difficult to rule efficiently. We must devise an administrative measure capable of handling the direct rule of such a large realm.
	For the good of Europe, we must make sure that we win the Wars of the Reformation for our our religion faith.
	The jewelled war gate of the Srivijaya empire was well known in all Nusantara and was considered a symbol of the wealth of such nation. If we can ally with one of those who still remember it, prestige will come back to us.
	After India, expanding ourselves into Vietnam and Indochina in a logical development. Not only could we be able to get access to even more riches there, but it will also allow us to control the trade that's coming from China and beyond.
	There are paths that one must follow until the end. Paths not carved in stone, but built in the air, moving sleekly with the wind, collecting words said or promised, guiding them towards their fate. Our path is one that will lead us to our true home.
	With the conquest of the Visayan islands, our campaigns in the north-east will be complete.
	Franz Anton von Raab was an influential figure in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, particularly known for his reforms in the Austrian Empire. Serving as Minister of Finance under Emperor Joseph II from 1784 to 1792, von Raab implemented significant fiscal and administrative reforms aimed at modernizing the empire's financial system. His reforms included efforts to centralize tax collection, streamline government bureaucracy, and rationalize state expenditures. He now aims to destroy the influence of the nobility that has plagued the Austrian realm for centuries.
	The time has come to take what is rightfully ours!\nThe time has come to go to war with the Kalmar Union and end the false king's reign!
	This is a conflict that many have long seen coming. Our people must be safely shepherded through this period of uncertainty one way or another.
	This is a conflict that many have long seen coming. Our people must be safely shepherded through this period of uncertainty one way or another.
	Plundering our neighbors will not make us popular, but the wealth will be redistributed to our capital and bring prosperity to its people.
	We once were subjects of the Mali realm until they lost their grip over their territory. Ever since we have become independent and as such it is up to ourselves to defend us from foreign threats. We should build up our forces and hire a competent general as the time for conflicts is approaching.
	With our support of manufacturers and the massive growth of cities and guilds, we have risen to a rank of manufacturing Entrepôt. With many prized goods originating right here, the Romans aren't just famous for their long and rich history, but also for the beauty of their fabrics that remains affordable to all.
	A quarter of the world's goods are now produced by Mughals. Now, with this newfound economic power, we shall influence our neighbors. With economic interdependence, everyone will be forced to bide our interests.
	Our best warriors take full responsibility for the training of our youth, both for fighting and hunting purposes. This elite training has increased the reputation of our army.
	The Wattasids are a powerful dynasty in Morocco, often serving as viziers to the Sultan. They barely conceal their ambitions for the throne, and seem to be consolidating their power in preparation for an open revolt.
	Peace with Austria cannot last - our lands are simply too tempting for the Archduke not to have designs on them. We should weaken Austria so that we are safe from attack by our western neighbors.
	Peace with Austria cannot last - our lands are simply too tempting for the Archduke not to have designs on them. We should weaken Austria so that we are safe from attack by our western neighbors.
	The French are our main rivals for hegemony over Germany and Europe as a whole. We must weaken them to the degree that they can never again pose a threat to our imperial ambitions.
	The French are our main rivals for hegemony over Germany and Europe as a whole. We must weaken them to the degree that they can never again pose a threat to our imperial ambitions.
	The rival khanates in the east can be a great threat to us. We must assure their destruction is nigh and to acquire the loyalty of their tribes to bolster our numbers for future campaigns.
	The mighty Polish our nation controls the lands across our northern border. They would pose a significant threat to our independence were they to become hostile. We should make a pre-emptive strike to push back the Polish border further from our heartlands.
	The mighty Polish our nation controls the lands across our northern border. They would pose a significant threat to our independence were they to become hostile. We should make a pre-emptive strike to push back the Polish border further from our heartlands.
	The sultans of Hormuz are situated in a highly strategic and rich area. Serving as middlemen in the wealthy spice trade and situated on an important crossroutes, enabling them to grow immensely powerful through trade alone. Let us eliminate them and seize their wealth.
	As the Empire expands to its old territories, the old trade routes become lively again. We have focused on bringing our core territories to their former selves, but we should do the same to the rest of the former empire! The wealth of the east should once again flow to Constantinople forevermore.
	Africa is rich in gold, coffee, and ivory. We should ensure that we control at least our fair share of these valuable goods so that we might establish economic independence.
	The importance of cocoa beans to the Maya way of life should not be understated. Besides being used as a staple food, the beans are also used for medicine or even as means of exchange during barter or payment.
	Our home region is known for its rich sources of gold. We should develop the gold mining and establish marketplaces in order to distribute the gold to the many corners of the world.
	Cries for religious reform shake Europe to its core. Scotland must weather the storm in its own way, either through tolerance or through strict enforcement of the true faith.
	Storm clouds gather on Russia's horizon. We must endure whatever hardships fate has in store for us.
	Storm clouds gather on Russia's horizon. We must endure whatever hardships fate has in store for us.
	Our cities must become renowned centers of high culture in Germany.
	Each of our tribes must be commanded by a capable leader, called weroance, all under the power of one single paramount chief. They make decisions in times of both war and peace, leading our people towards victory. It is time for us to choose a new one.
	In order to make the world know who rules in West Africa we must ensure that we directly control enough land. To the arms!
	Our empire was on the verge of complete decline, and yet we managed to survive and even grow! But while we are dominating our home region, we are by far not the only great power in this world. The Europeans, too, have formed powerful states on their own and now try to enforce their will upon the people of Africa.\nWe need to grow in power and let every one of these petty Europeans know that their ambitions can not be enforced on us!
	The coast of West Africa is of vital strategic importance. Not only is it essential to establish supply stations for ships sailing around the Cape, but we must also secure a steady supply of African slaves for transport to our colonies in the Americas.
	The coast of West Africa is of vital strategic importance. Not only is it essential to establish supply stations for ships sailing around the Cape, but we must also secure a steady supply of African slaves for transport to our colonies in the Americas.
	Many brave settlers have established themselves in the Americas. Whilst they are disorganized, they all serve under the Dutch state. By creating the West Indies Company, we can more effectively govern them.
	The entrance of western powers in Indian politics have begun to change the way we view warfare, trade and navies. It is time we establish formal relations with one of these western powers, and sent our own envoys to study their society first hand.
	The entrance of Western powers into Indian politics has begun to change the way we view warfare, trade, and navies. It is time we establish formal relations with one of these Western powers and send our own envoys to study their society firsthand.
	The time has come to reclaim Anatolia from the Turks and re-establish Roman rule over what was once a core part of the Empire.
	The lands in our West are ruled by many different people, all that once in the past challenged our rule over Mexico. Let's prepare an expeditionary force to subdue them.
	Genoa has been the western commercial hub for centuries. However, with the age of discovery ongoing, it seems to have potential to eclipse its eastern venetian counterpart both in wealth and renown. Let us count on that possibility to be true.
	In order to renovate the structure of the state we need to make sure that the court itself is modernized. For this purpose we shall send delegations to Western Europe and study their ways.
	Although our land forces have seen many reforms and improvements already, they have yet to reach their peak. With the help of foreign military advisors and good old discipline, the armies of our nation will fight on the battlefield as fierce as those of any rival.
	We should expand our influence in Germany westward, into the lands of Westphalia.

BYZ_bar

The disastrous Battle of Bar ensured the Serbian realm was to remain independent from the Byzantine Empire for years to come. While we did manage to strike back at the Serbians since then, they were still able to take over much of our territory and did found the Serbian Empire. Since then, they have succumbed to decline of their own as well. Let us strike them while they are still down!

emp_fra_move_court_to_versailles

The land around the small village of Versailles has long been excellent hunting land, the small hunting lodge has steadily been augmented into a grand looking chateau. Is it not now fitting to make this the seat of the French government?

gc_cas_spa_new_spain2

It is time to truly consolidate our rule over the Gulf of Mexico by establishing a permanent and organized colonial Viceroyalty. The Real Audiencia will serve as the highest court in the New World and ensure that the golden riches of Mexico make their way safely to Spain.

gc_cas_spa_new_spain

mug_viceroyalty_of_the_deccan

Southern India is a vast region and separated by mountains and jungles from the north, making it difficult to rule efficiently. We must devise an administrative measure capable of handling the direct rule of such a large realm.

emp_sax_victor_for_faith

For the good of Europe, we must make sure that we win the Wars of the Reformation for our our religion faith.

plb_vidhyadara_torana

The jewelled war gate of the Srivijaya empire was well known in all Nusantara and was considered a symbol of the wealth of such nation. If we can ally with one of those who still remember it, prestige will come back to us.

aju_merchants_in_dai_viet

After India, expanding ourselves into Vietnam and Indochina in a logical development. Not only could we be able to get access to even more riches there, but it will also allow us to control the trade that's coming from China and beyond.

sio_village_at_the_end

There are paths that one must follow until the end. Paths not carved in stone, but built in the air, moving sleekly with the wind, collecting words said or promised, guiding them towards their fate. Our path is one that will lead us to our true home.

mnd_bei_conquer_philippines

With the conquest of the Visayan islands, our campaigns in the north-east will be complete.

hab_von_raab

Franz Anton von Raab was an influential figure in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, particularly known for his reforms in the Austrian Empire. Serving as Minister of Finance under Emperor Joseph II from 1784 to 1792, von Raab implemented significant fiscal and administrative reforms aimed at modernizing the empire's financial system. His reforms included efforts to centralize tax collection, streamline government bureaucracy, and rationalize state expenditures. He now aims to destroy the influence of the nobility that has plagued the Austrian realm for centuries.

got_monarchy_declare_war

The time has come to take what is rightfully ours!\nThe time has come to go to war with the Kalmar Union and end the false king's reign!

eng_war_of_the_roses

This is a conflict that many have long seen coming. Our people must be safely shepherded through this period of uncertainty one way or another.

eng_rb_war_of_roses

This is a conflict that many have long seen coming. Our people must be safely shepherded through this period of uncertainty one way or another.

gen_south_india_reparations

Plundering our neighbors will not make us popular, but the wealth will be redistributed to our capital and bring prosperity to its people.

son_build_military

We once were subjects of the Mali realm until they lost their grip over their territory. Ever since we have become independent and as such it is up to ourselves to defend us from foreign threats. We should build up our forces and hire a competent general as the time for conflicts is approaching.

BYZ_warehouse_of_the_east

With our support of manufacturers and the massive growth of cities and guilds, we have risen to a rank of manufacturing Entrepôt. With many prized goods originating right here, the Romans aren't just famous for their long and rich history, but also for the beauty of their fabrics that remains affordable to all.

MUG_hegemon

A quarter of the world's goods are now produced by Mughals. Now, with this newfound economic power, we shall influence our neighbors. With economic interdependence, everyone will be forced to bide our interests.

sio_warrior_society

Our best warriors take full responsibility for the training of our youth, both for fighting and hunting purposes. This elite training has increased the reputation of our army.

gc_mor_wattasid

The Wattasids are a powerful dynasty in Morocco, often serving as viziers to the Sultan. They barely conceal their ambitions for the throne, and seem to be consolidating their power in preparation for an open revolt.

emp_hun_weaken_austria

Peace with Austria cannot last - our lands are simply too tempting for the Archduke not to have designs on them. We should weaken Austria so that we are safe from attack by our western neighbors.

hun_weaken_the_habsburgs

Peace with Austria cannot last - our lands are simply too tempting for the Archduke not to have designs on them. We should weaken Austria so that we are safe from attack by our western neighbors.

emp_hab_conquer_france

The French are our main rivals for hegemony over Germany and Europe as a whole. We must weaken them to the degree that they can never again pose a threat to our imperial ambitions.

hab_weaken_france

The French are our main rivals for hegemony over Germany and Europe as a whole. We must weaken them to the degree that they can never again pose a threat to our imperial ambitions.

TIM_moghulistan

The rival khanates in the east can be a great threat to us. We must assure their destruction is nigh and to acquire the loyalty of their tribes to bolster our numbers for future campaigns.

emp_hun_take_galicia

The mighty Polish our nation controls the lands across our northern border. They would pose a significant threat to our independence were they to become hostile. We should make a pre-emptive strike to push back the Polish border further from our heartlands.

hun_weaken_poland

ARB_wealth_and_power

The sultans of Hormuz are situated in a highly strategic and rich area. Serving as middlemen in the wealthy spice trade and situated on an important crossroutes, enabling them to grow immensely powerful through trade alone. Let us eliminate them and seize their wealth.

BYZ_wealth_from_the_east

As the Empire expands to its old territories, the old trade routes become lively again. We have focused on bringing our core territories to their former selves, but we should do the same to the rest of the former empire! The wealth of the east should once again flow to Constantinople forevermore.

african_wealth_mission

Africa is rich in gold, coffee, and ivory. We should ensure that we control at least our fair share of these valuable goods so that we might establish economic independence.

MAY_cocoa

The importance of cocoa beans to the Maya way of life should not be understated. Besides being used as a staple food, the beans are also used for medicine or even as means of exchange during barter or payment.

son_gold_of_west_africa

Our home region is known for its rich sources of gold. We should develop the gold mining and establish marketplaces in order to distribute the gold to the many corners of the world.

sco_religious_unity

Cries for religious reform shake Europe to its core. Scotland must weather the storm in its own way, either through tolerance or through strict enforcement of the true faith.

rus_the_time_of_troubles

Storm clouds gather on Russia's horizon. We must endure whatever hardships fate has in store for us.

time_of_troubles_mission

Storm clouds gather on Russia's horizon. We must endure whatever hardships fate has in store for us.

emp_sax_weimar_classicism

Our cities must become renowned centers of high culture in Germany.

pow_weroance

Each of our tribes must be commanded by a capable leader, called weroance, all under the power of one single paramount chief. They make decisions in times of both war and peace, leading our people towards victory. It is time for us to choose a new one.

jol_west_african_great_power

In order to make the world know who rules in West Africa we must ensure that we directly control enough land. To the arms!

mal_west_african_great_power

Our empire was on the verge of complete decline, and yet we managed to survive and even grow! But while we are dominating our home region, we are by far not the only great power in this world. The Europeans, too, have formed powerful states on their own and now try to enforce their will upon the people of Africa.\nWe need to grow in power and let every one of these petty Europeans know that their ambitions can not be enforced on us!

gc_cas_spa_west_africa2

The coast of West Africa is of vital strategic importance. Not only is it essential to establish supply stations for ships sailing around the Cape, but we must also secure a steady supply of African slaves for transport to our colonies in the Americas.

gc_cas_spa_west_africa

NED_west_indies_company

Many brave settlers have established themselves in the Americas. Whilst they are disorganized, they all serve under the Dutch state. By creating the West Indies Company, we can more effectively govern them.

mug_embassy_to_the_west

The entrance of western powers in Indian politics have begun to change the way we view warfare, trade and navies. It is time we establish formal relations with one of these western powers, and sent our own envoys to study their society first hand.

MUG_western_allies

The entrance of Western powers into Indian politics has begun to change the way we view warfare, trade, and navies. It is time we establish formal relations with one of these Western powers and send our own envoys to study their society firsthand.

recover_west_anatolia

The time has come to reclaim Anatolia from the Turks and re-establish Roman rule over what was once a core part of the Empire.

azt_western_expedition

The lands in our West are ruled by many different people, all that once in the past challenged our rule over Mexico. Let's prepare an expeditionary force to subdue them.

ITA_genoa_node

Genoa has been the western commercial hub for centuries. However, with the age of discovery ongoing, it seems to have potential to eclipse its eastern venetian counterpart both in wealth and renown. Let us count on that possibility to be true.

rus_the_courts_direction

In order to renovate the structure of the state we need to make sure that the court itself is modernized. For this purpose we shall send delegations to Western Europe and study their ways.

rus_reform_the_military

Although our land forces have seen many reforms and improvements already, they have yet to reach their peak. With the help of foreign military advisors and good old discipline, the armies of our nation will fight on the battlefield as fierce as those of any rival.

emp_brapru_westphalian_conquest

We should expand our influence in Germany westward, into the lands of Westphalia.