The heir is also more skilled than Beatriz herself, so that is a good sign, I guess.
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I'm more impressed her son is of her dynasty. Totally realistic that the child of monarchs of two different countries would be of the woman's dynasty. 
Beatriz isn't dying that soon. She still has to live up to her title.
I'm more impressed her son is of her dynasty. Totally realistic that the child of monarchs of two different countries would be of the woman's dynasty.
Did you know Portugal and Castille have the same dynasty with the 1356 start?
Beatriz the Great
Chapter 47
The Castillian queen learned about the influx of people arriving at the capital. While their arrival was creating turmoil in her nation, Beatriz saw this as a rare opportunity to remove some of her political opponents. Beatriz met with Diego and ordered him to use the turmoil to eliminate the influential Portuguese nobles who were problematic. The general promised results before leaving to plan out their "accidents."
With serfs rushing to the capital, more soldiers were required to maintain order. Hoping to use this chaos, Diego had many of his men dressed up as serfs as soon as they arrived in Lisbon where many of their intended targets were residing. The dressed up soldiers then used the darkness of the night to sneak into the homes of those nobles and killed their entire families in their sleep.
Let's just say I've been modding the game a bit more for the story to progress more smoothly. A little spoiler below. Lots have happened but I won't be explaining much until we reach this time.
That was an horrible way of proceeding, but I guess that is 14th century politics.
Beatriz isn't letting anyone get in her way. Sometimes, these actions must be taken for the greater good of the nation.
Beatriz the Great
Chapter 48
When a noble informed Beatriz about the death of Portuguese nobles, Beatriz acted very shocked and demanded that those responsible to be apprehended. A week later, a few serfs were arrested and were quickly executed for their supposed involvement in robbing and killing of Portuguese nobles. Their executions saw stability restored in Lisbon as the people could go about their business without worrying about murderers walking about.
Beatriz's small victory over her political opponents was short-lived when she learned about news in the north with England taking land from France. While France was a horrifying neighbor to share a border with, the English weren't exactly pushovers with their massive navy. A stronger England certainly wasn't something Beatriz wanted so she had to prepare for a potential war if the English monarch turned his sight on Castille.
Beatriz the Great
Chapter 49
To prepare for a potential aggression war from England meant Castille needed funds. Beatriz might rule over Castille, Aragon and Portugal but her treasury was still quite poor due to the relatively high maintenance of her soldiers. Armies didn't come cheap and the existing army established by Diego was already eating up a significant portion of the Castillian budget. Any expansion could worsen the financial situation of Castille.
As she pondered over what she could do, Beatriz was suddenly informed about a new development. One of the greatest and richest men in Castille had recently passed away and his wealthy was in the hands of the government. Beatriz didn't hesitate at all when she ordered the ducats to be transferred to the treasury for a small expansion of the Castillian army. She was certain the merchant would want to contribute to the greater good of his nation if he was still alive.
Chapter 49
To prepare for a potential aggression war from England meant Castille needed funds. Beatriz might rule over Castille, Aragon and Portugal but her treasury was still quite poor due to the relatively high maintenance of her soldiers. Armies didn't come cheap and the existing army established by Diego was already eating up a significant portion of the Castillian budget. Any expansion could worsen the financial situation of Castille.
As she pondered over what she could do, Beatriz was suddenly informed about a new development. One of the greatest and richest men in Castille had recently passed away and his wealthy was in the hands of the government. Beatriz didn't hesitate at all when she ordered the ducats to be transferred to the treasury for a small expansion of the Castillian army. She was certain the merchant would want to contribute to the greater good of his nation if he was still alive.
Looking good there, cleaning out the opposition, and France becoming a wreacked mess of independent states as a buffer is not the worst scenario.
Looks like some significant campaign in Africa upcoming.
That Russia, Lithuania and Bohemia are awesome. Go AI!
Looks like some significant campaign in Africa upcoming.
That Russia, Lithuania and Bohemia are awesome. Go AI!
Did you know Portugal and Castille have the same dynasty with the 1356 start?
Ah, I had assumed the Aviz were in power, but I guess that was the original start date not the mod's.
I'm surprised Beatriz didn't just have the merchant murdered and his wealth confiscated.
Looking good there, cleaning out the opposition, and France becoming a wreacked mess of independent states as a buffer is not the worst scenario.
Looks like some significant campaign in Africa upcoming.
That Russia, Lithuania and Bohemia are awesome. Go AI!
Lots of action in Africa since this is Castillian imperialism.
Europe will look interesting and Russia will be a serious problem.
Ah, I had assumed the Aviz were in power, but I guess that was the original start date not the mod's.
I'm surprised Beatriz didn't just have the merchant murdered and his wealth confiscated.
Even with the alternative, I doubt a dead father gets to argue which dynasty his son is part of.
Beatriz is merciless against her political rivals. She's still a good queen.
Beatriz the Great
Chapter 50
The Castillian queen was amused upon learning about the split within France. The nation of Alencon had broken free and took nearly half of France with her. A pretender had successfully rallied support to gain independence from France. Beatriz was definitely certain that France would bother her no more. Still, she feared a more fractured France would aid England more in the long run.
Some in her court suggested forming an alliance with Alencon. It made sense to befriend the new rising power in the French region and the alliance could deter a conflict with England. Beatriz refused at once claiming that involvement in politics in the north could only hurt Castille more. She had long given up on expansions in the north and, instead, turned her sights southwards against the heathens.
France, Burgundy, Alencon, Provence and England fighting for power on the French mainland. With so much turmoil and people with claims on one another I don't think your northern border will be under much threat for the time being. Time to carve out a colonial empire in the New World I guess.
Not sure if we call Africa the New World.
Beatriz the Great
Chapter 51
A campaign in North Africa required more immediate funds and Beatriz couldn't believe her luck. Castille was provided a short-term boost in revenue when she needed funds the most. This extra fund could see a quick expansion of the Castillian army and navy in preparation for a war against the Heathens in the south. The lost revenue over time could easily be overlooked given the plans Beatriz had for her campaign.
Beatriz spared no time writing a letter to the Pope regarding a request. If this request was allowed, Castille would not only be given a legitimate reason to attack Morocco in the south but her efforts would be greatly supported by all Catholics. Just as Pedro I disliked the negative aspects of a strong religious community, Beatriz was wise enough to use this religious community to her advantage if she could convince the Pope of her cause.
Good to see hat you have a nice little war chest, and North Africa must be easier to deal with in EU3, given that those pesky Berber Traditions and cores don't work in the same way.
A good war chest can go a long way. The issue with North Africa is, even controlling it, my income won't be improved much due to my inability to build big ships to get limited tariffs. In the long run, I'm not getting much stronger than European nations that expand in Europe.
Beatriz the Great
Chapter 52
The Castillian queen couldn't believe she overlooked a minor issue that could have benefited her nation greatly. The Portuguese nobles who opposed her reign had been eliminated but their titles were awaiting new owners since their entire families were slaughtered. To further expand her war chest, Beatriz could sell these titles to the highest bidders and make a larger profit from their executions.
When news reached wealthy people about these titles, many flocked to the Castillian capital to get their hands on a title and the lands associated to them. Beatriz was very patient and milked as much ducats from those with desire for a title. The titles were given away and the treasury was even more full. The campaign against the North African nations should proceed very nicely with this large war chest she built up.
Well so much for the BBB this game.
The game is just handing you so much money. It's practically begging you to go to war.
The game is just handing you so much money. It's practically begging you to go to war.
Well so much for the BBB this game.
The game is just handing you so much money. It's practically begging you to go to war.
It's nice not to worry about the north. Yes, I couldn't say no to the extra ducats.
Beatriz the Great
Chapter 53
With the conversion of Andalucia, all of Castille followed the Catholic faith which was a sign Beatriz was searching for. While she was the queen of Castille, Aragon and Portugal, there were still people within Castille who could make her life difficult, especially the religious community. She had to convince them of the war against the heathens and the religious unity within Castille should convince them that even God approved of her reign.
While more people were supportive of her plans to invade North Africa, there were still some of the more influential members who still disapproved her plans. This greatly frustrated Beatriz but the queen never let her frustration show on her face. She just needed a bit more time while her trusted adviser was working in the east. Should her adviser succeed, then even the more stubborn members of the religious community couldn't say no to her plans.
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Beatriz the Great
Chapter 54
Beatriz more or less anticipated the Castillian nobles demanding compensation for their contributions to the nation. After all, they were well aware of the amount of ducats she acquired from selling the Portuguese titles. As much as she disliked the greedy nobles, she knew she needed their support for the upcoming campaign. The compensation would be a small price to pay once Castille expands into North Africa.
The Castillian queen also sent a messenger to Rome to see how her adviser was doing. Unless the man met success, she doubted she could rally the support she needed for the campaign. For the time being, the nobles were at least content with the ducats they got their greedy hands on. Beatriz wouldn't be surprised if they demanded more once given a chance so she prayed for speedier success from her adviser.
Chapter 54
Beatriz more or less anticipated the Castillian nobles demanding compensation for their contributions to the nation. After all, they were well aware of the amount of ducats she acquired from selling the Portuguese titles. As much as she disliked the greedy nobles, she knew she needed their support for the upcoming campaign. The compensation would be a small price to pay once Castille expands into North Africa.
The Castillian queen also sent a messenger to Rome to see how her adviser was doing. Unless the man met success, she doubted she could rally the support she needed for the campaign. For the time being, the nobles were at least content with the ducats they got their greedy hands on. Beatriz wouldn't be surprised if they demanded more once given a chance so she prayed for speedier success from her adviser.
So the campaign will have to wait a while. Always good to see such lengthy preparations, now we can be sure that you won't forget anything.
I know the lengthy preparations can be boring but they seem to fit the screenshots I have. Anyways, the wait won't be too long. The campaign will be here very soon.
Beatriz the Great
Chapter 55
The Castillian queen finally got the news she had been waiting for. Her adviser was successful in Rome where he successfully expanded Castillian influence amongst the bishops. While Castille might have not overwhelming support, she still got enough support to technically control some of the decisions in the Papal Curia. Beatriz had been aiming for this and she finally got her wish with the help of her competent adviser.
Beatriz quickly ordered her generals to prepare for war as she wrote a letter to her adviser. The Castillian queen wasn't certain if her adviser could succeed or not so she kept the second stage of plan a secret. With the first stage being a great success, Beatriz saw it perfect to commence the next stage. As soon as the second stage was completed, war could be declared and Castille would be a step closer to expand her territory in North Africa.
