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Jacob's Ford / Vadum Iacob
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Author |
File Description |
Korsfarer Mogens |
Posted on 04/24/12 @ 05:17 PM (updated 04/30/12)
File Details |
Map Size: |
400x400 (Large) |
Difficulty: |
Impossible |
Made with version: |
1.2 |
Minimap:
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Jacob's Ford / Vadum Iacob - Updated 30th april 2012
A "semi-accurate" reenactment of the historical event of "Jacob's Ford", or "Vadum Iacob" as the crusaders called it, in 1179 A.D.
A grand scale invasion/battle where Salah ad-Din and his mighty army crushed the castle under construction, Le Chastelet, and killed many of the 1500 defenders, including almost all of the approx. 800 Knights Templar (one survivor, the grand master, who was taken prisoner and died in captivity the following year).
This battle is considered by many to be the beginning of the end for both the Kingdom of Jerusalem, and the Knights Templar.
A fascinating story, and I can highly recommend the following resources.
Resources
Wikia:
http://crusades.wikia.com/wiki/Battle_of_Jacob's_Ford
Wikipedia:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Jacob's_Ford
A BBC programme from 2006 - "The Crusaders' Lost Fort" - has recently been removed from the BBC website (http://www.bbc.co.uk/timewatch/past-series.shtml), but luckily you can watch it on YouTube:
Part 1 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S3f86rS62SQ
Part 2 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8X6nbuTt5A
Part 3 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlJF5kRVG88
Part 4 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e50kyGRARdw
Part 5 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w9VwXDwAtLU
Each part lasting approx. 10 minutes.
National Geographic Channel (UK) programme about Jacob's Ford:
http://natgeotv.com/uk/templars-the-last-stand
A picture gallery from the site (Vadum Iacob Research Project):
http://vadumiacob.huji.ac.il/gallery.html
About the scenario
The map is build upon an earlier map submitted to Stronhold Heaven, where everything has been erased, except for the AUTOBINKS script. Unfortunately, there are a few "artifacts" ("ghosts" of caged wardogs and the odd "the enemy is inside the castle" although they are not. Fortunately, the "artifacts" will not influence gameplay (unless you let them).
You have 20 game years to build your castle and man it with crusaders. You also have to manufacture all their equipment. It sounds like a long time, but you will need to spend it wisely! If you are successful (get to see the victory screen), you have probably gained a new perspective on Stronghold Crusader economy!
There are some restrictions in the scenario, e.g. you cannot:
- relocate the stockpile
- trade weapons
- use good/bad things
Also, you should not let your population rise above 116! You can go there, but it will come at a price!
You will have to make one restriction yourself: Do NOT place any walls, towers or gates outside the top of the mount! Not that I think it will help you win the scenario, but because it is against the "spirit" of the reenactment of the battle of Vadum Iacob. You will understand if you explore the references mentioned above.
If you abide to the "rules", you will not encounter any hardships* - except for a few enemy scouts - before august 1179.
*beside micromanagement :-)
After august 1179 your production will plummet! Do NOT expect to "catch up" during the battle. If you are not prepared when Salah ad-Din attacks, you will have to face the consequences, and in a very unforgiving manner! Besides, at this point there is probably not much time for attending matters of economy, as you are probably busy repositioning your men on the castle walls in a desperate attempt to fill the rapidly increasing holes in your defense! In short: Expect very limited troop production after august 1179.
Salah ad-Din and his MIGHTY army will attack in august 1179 (as you might have guessed). Good advise:
- do NOT underestimate his army
- do NOT expect to win this scenario in your first attempt, no matter how good you are*
*The scenario is rated as "Impossible", even though it is possible, but it is very, very hard. Until you find a solution, that is, but that is true for all scenarios. :-)
Will you do better than the Knights Templar garrison? Only time will tell! If you fail, and the enemy troops starts pouring into your castle, just sit back, relax, and enjoy the inevitable. It's a grand spectacle! I've tried it a "few" times. :-)
Thanks to Lord_of_Hell for valuable input!
Update
Now included is an "easy" version with the ability to use good/bad things, and without the weapons trade restrictions.
A small hint file (applies to both versions) has also been included. |
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Korsfarer Mogens
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Posted on 05/22/12 @ 09:18 AM
Thank you for your rating and comments, Lord Karpathea! Much appreciated.
Glad to hear you beat it, but looking at your reputable map-production, I'm not surprised. :-)
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HGDL v0.8.2 |
Rating |
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3.8 | Breakdown |
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Playability | 4.2 | Balance | 2.7 | Creativity | 4.0 | Map Design | 3.5 | Story/Instructions | 4.7 |
Statistics |
Downloads: | 715 |
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Size: | 946.50 KB |
Added: | 04/24/12 |
Updated: | 04/30/12 |
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