DESCRIPTION
Current Version: 0.3.2 Release Alpha
Supported CK3 Version: 1.10.2
Supported DLC (Optional): Everything released before and during 1.10.2

Caution: Fullscreen Barbershop can improve static models but may hurt the stability of the game

Guardians of Azeroth Reforged is a total conversion mod for Crusader Kings 3 set in the Warcraft universe by Blizzard Entertainment which harnesses the latent potential of storytelling through exploring the societal and interpersonal dynamics of the world like never before. Relive the harrowing years of strife first told in the beloved strategy games and the early years of World of Warcraft as you chart a new saga for Azeroth and cement a legacy to last the ages.

Now is a time of iron, blood and fire. Here is the season of war. Guard your allies and keep your enemies closer. Destiny has arrived upon the shores of Azeroth. Will you seize it or be swept away?

Main Features (Non-exhaustive and continually iterated)
Map: Detailed and historied map of Azeroth spanning the Eastern Kingdoms, Kalimdor, Northrend, Pandaria, Kul Tiras, and Zandalar.
Bookmarks: Experience the historic events of the Orcish invasion from Draenor from the First War, the Scourging of Lordaeron during the Reign of Chaos, and the Ascension of the Lich King during Arthas’ fateful expedition to Northrend.
New Governments: Special Dark Government and Dark Authority mechanic for the Scourge, Legion and Old God rulers.
Military Unions for the Alliance, Horde and custom factions.
Innovations, Buildings and Men-At-Arms inspired by familiar technologies, skills, buildings and units from the various Warcraft games.
Culture and Faiths: Extensively researched cultures and faiths designed for flavor and uniqueness.
Handcrafted history and contextual storytelling: See the world realized through the unique perspective of all manner of rulers.
Legendary Artifacts among which stand the likes of Frostmourne and the Doomhammer.
Art additions include new clothing and armor,character models for humanoids and non-humanoids and DNA for iconic characters such as Thrall and Illidan.

Features to come:

Magic System
Legion Invasions and the Crash Landing of the Exodar events
Map expansion to include the Broken Isles and additional provinces, islands, and navigable rivers.
New Warcraft artifacts, events, history and much more
Localization:

Fully Supported Languages: Chinese [Simplified],

Partially Supported Languages: French, German, Russian

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best way to stay updated on the mod?

Can't live without posting and chatting? Join our Discord![discord.gg] Exclusive teasers included.

Memes burning a hole in your pocket? Subscribe to the Guardians of Azeroth Subreddit !

If you are an early bird, follow this guide to test the early versions of the mod[github.com]

Alternate download on Moddb: Moddb Download

How can I support the development of Guardians of Azeroth Reforged?

Spread the word! We are an international team of Warcraft fans, just like you, and it brings us a great sense of satisfaction to know that we might contribute in our own way to helping others celebrate this awesome universe.

If you like what we’re doing, support us on our Guardians of Azeroth Patreon[www.patreon.com]!

Is the GoA Team accepting applications?

Apply right here!: GoA Mod Team Application Form[docs.google.com]

Where can I report bugs or suggest features?

We are working hard to remove bugs as soon as possible; please report any issues on our Steam Bug Report Megathread.

Why does my game keep crashing?

The current version 0.3.2 Release Alpha is true to its name. The best comparison is to that of the base game CK2: a foundation upon which we will continue to build. We want to share what is already done and feedback is both welcome and needed.

CHANGELOG
v0.3.2 - Released 2023-09-14
Update (0.3.2) New Features: 1.10.2 compatch New lore character/dynasties 2D Arts New Warcraft Main Menu CoAs New flags for hozen culture Religion Changes: Eastern syncrestism reworked and you can choose it when you create a new faith Ragnarism now has the by Any Means Necessary doctrine, and the Sacred Lies, Struggle and Submission and Cthonic Redoubts(Localized as Volcanic Veneration) tenets Void Religion is now equal gender and plural Forgotten Shadow has the Literalism, Struggle and Submission and Monasticism tenets. Holy Light has the unrelenting tenet Secularism has the Communal Identity tenet Tirassian has the Astrology tenet Khazism has the Cthonic Redoubts tenet Gwyari has the Ancestor Worship tenet Belorism has the Esotericism tenet New icons for some faiths Bug Fixes: Female right eye bug Vertical lines for static races Mages and aviary buildings adaptation Jaina non-dlc marriage Solsticean culture had 0 innovations Updated arthas activity condition Barbershop window fix again for 1920x1080 screen Illidan, Kaelthas, Syndicate doesnt swap their titular titles Adoption is better for undead/demons New war helmet for dwarfs, previous couldnt hide their nose Luc Valonforth starting land fixed into wow landing version, not wc3 History fixes for characters Localization fixes
v0.3.1 - Released 2023-09-02
Game Version Update Updated the game to 1.10.1 2D Arts CoAs Fixes to Kul Tiran CoA colors 10 Furbolg, 10 Kobold,10 Magnataur Added placeholder CoAs for the Doomhammer and Darkmoon dynasties and the Darkmoon island Culture/Tech Fixes Added unique colours for the languages Changed the Hyldnir Martial Custom from male to female Changed the Orc Martial Custom from equal to male, with the exception of Durotarian Changed the Blood Troll Martial Custom from male to equal Gave the Orcish and Southern heritages access to the Pillage dynasty legacy Gave the Arathorian, Goblin and Gnomish heritages access to the Metropolitan dynasty legacy Gave the Goblin heritage access to the Coterie dynasty legacy Removed unnecessary digits from cultures' ethicities (ex. 100 = ogre_ethnicity -> 1 = ogre_ethnicity) Made troll cultures and the Bleeding Hollow culture capable of getting the Berserker trait through the event from the Northern Lords DLC Added to the Kezanian culture the Industrious tradition Early modern gives +1 to the tradition limit Made a separate technology file for Stormreaver culture and added technologies the orcs adopt in the future Added a decision to form the Gorian Empire Added custom ‘Gorian Chariots’ Men at Arms Character Sexuality Fixes Many characters who have stated lovers and soulmates now have set sexualities. Dagran and Moira get married when they become soulmates The couples Genn and Mia, alongside Nielas and Aegwynn become soulmates when they get married All Sayaads are now automatically bisexual Sayaads are more likely to grow up to be lustful Gorian Empire New Decision to for Gorain Empire now available to Ogres who hold a certain amount of territory New Maa available for Gorian Empire (Gorain Chariots) Hotfixes to GOA2 0.3 Fixed button out of window in ruler designer Fixed hunt Draenor activity is available now for people without T&T dlc Made separate version of Arthas activity in one location for people without T&T dlc Finished ethnicities for race trait selection Improved cost and triggers in Draenor activity for ai, so ai can start it and get Nerzhul. Fixed intent icon Added some chance for dragons with horns spawning Fixed bookmark positions Fixed Othmar Garithos name in bookmark Fixed Garithos house CoA, Added Wildhammer CoA Improved some characters' history bio Fixed some localization keys Added new localization keys Undead/Demons adopt only people with same faith and change their culture as result. Fixed Titanforged decisions/buildings Gorian Empire Buffs Event troops spawned now are increased from 1.5k to 3k Player will receive a massive prestige boost as well as the August trait Augustus trait changed to Gorgustus
v0.2.1 - Released 2023-06-12
Map Replaced Walls and Towers Level 1 with Hill Forts Level 2 for Ulduar Fixed placement of Onyxias Lair, Dire Maul, and Temple of Ahn’Qiraj Added Blackwald textures and trees Redrew Uldum rivers and redid textures near the rivers Added Trees to: Zandalar, Kul Tiras, Mechagon, Darkspear Isles, Isle of Giants, Oomsk, Tel Abim, Echo Isles, Strand of The Ancients Dragonflight Dragonflights are now playable Dragonflights titles are a high priority When Deathwing is alive, he is the ruler of the Black Dragonflight The Dark Horde is not immediately subject to the black dragons Dragonflight leaders now have the Aspect title Aspects trait for every aspect Aspects are immortal and cannot get sick Draconism split into 5 faiths, one for each Dragonflight New holy sites for this religion Personality changed for some characters Some dragons get new education traits to fit better with their personality Some historical changes made to the Black Dragonflight Deathwing is now playable in the first bookmark Orc Clans Changed the color of most clans on the map to be less saturated, and more in line with Warcraft 2 Added the titles of the missing clans, as well as holder places for the Draenor Horde (which will become the Fel'Horde) and the Dark Horde All clans are prioritized to be the primary titles for the AI. So the Blackrock Clan does not turn into the Kingdom of Black Morass like that Changed the color of the cultures to make it more appropriate to their clan Changed the name of the Horde to the Orcish Horde. This could change when Thrall reforms the Horde for example Major clans are kingdoms now The Horde flag has been changed to its old symbol Ethnicities Invisible Giant characters bug addressed Created a custom ethnicity for the Pygmy race NOTE: Known Clipping Issues for Pygmy models* 2D Arts CoAs 2 Ogre, 2 Wolvar, 2 Death Religion, 1 Argent Dawn, 3 Death Cult, 3 Kul Tiran, 10 Pygmy Fixed Gorehowl Icon Artifact Added Dark Crystal Artifact NOTE: Will be connected to ashbringer event chain later* Health System Added Loa blessing and hibernate modifier into health penalty system consideration Added all races with small life expectancy bonuses into the health system (like tauren ones) Added small life expectancy bonuses (from dynasty legacy, some traits, and holy sites) into the health system
v0.2 - Released 2023-04-18
Update (0.2) Game Version Update Updated the game to 1.8.2 Fixes to most crashes New Loading Screen Added 4 new loading screens Map Fixes Complete rework of the Venomweb Vale region in Tirisfal Glades. Fixed graphical bugs regarding impassable terrain nodes in water Fixed Sethrak Island being Isolated Rectified empty/non-existent provinces Remapped provinces for the Kalimdor coastline Added trees to: Northern Eastern Kingdoms regions. Grim Batol Great Utgarde Azuremyst Isles North Kalimdor Feathermoon Isles Southsea Isles Feralas Eldre’thalas Added "urban" terrain to the areas associated with Capital City (Lordaeron), Stromgarde (Arathi Basin), and Stratholme (Eastern Lordaeron). Fixed weird pathing for West Pandarian Islands and Zandalar Dream Bough + Ingmill Mere inaccessibility fix Atal'hakkar fix + Stonecairn inaccessibility fix Additional provinces added to: Southern Silithus Azshara Isles Echo Isle (now split into "Darkspear Isle" and "Echo Isles") Graphical overhaul (or complete rework) of the following: Silithus Azshara Durotar Echo Isles New Special Buildings Atul' Aman (County of Atul'Aman) Caverns of Time (County of Caverns of Time) Corpse of Agamaggan (County of Razorfen) Dire Maul Arena (County of Avalune) Onyxia's Lair (County of Zertixia) Stormwind Harbor (County of Landenking) Sulfuron Spire (Tribe of Shadra'dar) → currently inaccessible because of the date (Comes later in lore) Temple of Ahn'Qiraj (Barony of Skunn) Temple of Arkkoran (County of Arkkoran) The Necropolis (Temple of Necropolis) Undermine (County of Mount Kajaro) Zuldazar (County of Zulduzar) Models Added Static Lich Models & Kel'Thuzad Model Orc Eyeliner Fixed some clipping errors on Warcraft models Fixed Male Harpy’s not having models, now they use female (as a placeholder) Fixed baby Tauren model Fixed Old Anduin’s Beard Added Green Eyes for Blood Elves Custom Night Elf Background Added 17 new custom portraits (1 Night Elf, 7 Dragons, 9 Humans), Barov’s, Whitemanes, Black Dragonflight Music Submod Localization/Translation Fixed syntax and localization issues causing errors (English) Fixed syntax and typos Fixed/Added more German localization Bug Fixes Fixed the issues causing the error log to be spammed with 'weight sum' and 'persistent portrait' error messages. Fixed member list in union window hud.gui Fixed demons turning into undead Fixed aging penalty for immortal characters Changed mortality system to suit Warcraft lore better Fixed Loa faith, relation to other faiths & some history

REQUIREMENTS

Crusader Kings III

Full game

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