

William typically has about 22 martial skill, while other courtiers and vassals of France rarely have over 18. After resigning, set your ambition to become Marshall of France. Capet will use you to command his armies, putting your life on the line and your martial skill will not be added for your cause: The Kingdom of England. You are one of, if not the, greatest commanders in France. Immediately resign your position as commander of France. There are immediate tasks that need to be done before even before clicking unpause.

You also start out with 1000 gold, a large fortune, but try not to waste it unless mercenaries are desperately needed Your kinsman also controls the County of Eu, and one of your half-brothers is the count of Mortain as well. You have 3 sons and 4 daughters, all of which are not adults yet. Your eldest son, Robert, is already Count of Maine. Beaumont is of little use to you, but keep it to help revenue until you finish your war. William starts out with only 3 titles, Duke of Normandy, County of Rouen, and Baron of Beaumont. When starting out as William the Conqueror, you face several challenges in your quest for the throne of England. There is already an article on playing as William the Conqueror, but it is slightly outdated, with new updated and different AI reactions.
