The Mongols: Rise and Fall

Lore & Background

Once crowned Genghis Khan, his vision expanded beyond the steppe. He turned his gaze toward the wealthy civilizations of China and Persia, viewing them as obstacles to be swept away or resources to be harvested. The campaign illustrates how his innovative military tactics, combined with the mobility of horse archers and psychological warfare, allowed a relatively small force to topple massive empires that had stood for centuries.

Reader's Guide

This campaign follows Genghis Khan's journey from a humble exile to the ruler of the steppe. Players begin by surviving against hostile tribes and gathering resources to build a small but loyal force. Key objectives include unifying the Mongol clans, defeating rival warlords like Jamukha, and conquering the Jurchen Jin Dynasty. Later scenarios involve invading the Khwarazmian Empire, requiring players to manage supply lines while besieging fortified cities. Victory is achieved by completing specific scenario goals, such as destroying enemy capitals or surviving until a certain time limit. Defeat occurs if Genghis Khan dies or if all your villagers and military units are eliminated.

Did You Know?

• The campaign introduces the unique Mongol ability to build 'Siege Workshop' upgrades faster than other civilizations.
• The scenario 'The Battle of the Khwarezmian Empire' highlights the devastating impact of Mongol siege tactics.
• This campaign was one of the first to feature a non-European civilization as the primary protagonist in the series.