EU4 1.36 Knights to Mughals: Opening Moves to Form Jerusalem

Join me as we bring the Knights from their desperate starting position to regional dominance. The Knights offers one of the most difficult, but also most interesting, starts in Europa Universalis 4.
This is Part 1.

[@agoogilyshnog]

To answer the question you posed to viewers, I am partial to the long form videos, but I don’t mind short ones

[@StrategySphere]

Cool, thanks for letting me know! I guess the trends is becoming clear, especially seeing how many likes your comment received.

[@aslightlyrectangularfrog5996]

I love long formats video, in this time where social is dopamine filled, quick and short for the maximum user retention... it's a nice breathe of fresh air to see long format videos of yours :)

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks so much, this means a lot! I'm actually surprised how much there's to tell and share during a campaign... Appreciated!

[@aslightlyrectangularfrog5996]

*Social media (by the way)

[@camrian]

I love the content in whatever way you like to produce it!

[@azerting]

I really like your high quality long format video

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks, this is really good to hear! :)

I love the long quality videos, you are a unique creator in this level... But then having more frequent shorter achivement run videos would be amazing from you too!

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks for the suggestion! I'll spice things up with some shorter achievement runs alongside the longer videos, it's a great idea!

[@bahdagazinga8911]

I love your content! To answer the question: I appreciate the long videos. In my opinion, the lenght gives the gameplay a lot of room to breath and you excell at creating a relaxed, cozy athmosphere. So for me specifically: I would love for you to continue with the longer videos, I just rewatch your older videos while waiting for new releases 😊

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks a lot for the support! I'm thrilled you like the longer videos, I actually like making them to tell the complete story. I'll make sure to keep them coming!

[@BoodlerTheDoodler]

Personally I love the long form content but regardless of the length of the video be it short or long yours is leaps and bounds above the rest Alex keep up the amazing work! I think it would also be nice to see a mix of both long form and short form but thats just because i love your videos!

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks so much, I really appreciate your support!

[@nikolaitregouet]

Алекс-бей, как хочешь делай. Чаще, реже, как видится, так и надо. Главное, что ты лучший игрок в EU4, остальные ютуберы нервно курят в сторонке, кроме, разве что, Budget Monk. Рад твоему возвращению! TLDR any videos are welcome, at any frequency, as long as you enjoy recording and editing them😉

[@StrategySphere]

Благодарю за поддержку! Я сам давно смотрю BudgetMonk, многому у него научился. Его уровень пока для меня недостижим :) And thanks much for your preference, understood and noted.

[@jordansama7356]

You should make both kinds of videos. The shorter videos can fill in the gaps of your longer videos.

[@StrategySphere]

Yep, this makes a lot of sense.

[@hahazns]

You make excellent long videos that are interesting to watch until the end, you should keep doing those as it is clearly your specialty

[@StrategySphere]

Long videos are my specialty because I just can't stop talking! :) Thanks much, well noted!

[@Skretek112]

I really love the long videoes and I think you should stay mostly with them but shorter videoes are propably better for channel growth. I think the best option would be to keep with longer vids but sprinkle some shorter videoes between.

[@StrategySphere]

Yep, that's the dilemma, thanks for nailing it. I guess what you suggest is the best way forward.

[@Fragamemnon]

I tune out to longer series videos usually after the first one or two episodes, they are easier to produce but when your videos are released I know they are always worth my time.

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks for the support! I'll try to find the balance over time to keep things engaging.

[@kaanv.8344]

Ukam Aslan Uzbek. O‘zbek ekanligini eshitib, juda xursand bo‘ldim. O'g'uz turklaridan salom!!

[@StrategySphere]

Sizdan xabar olish juda yaxshi, va sizga yaxshi kun tilayman! Qaniydi, men o‘zbek tilini yaxshiroq gapira olsam :)

[@Ekshi53]

the longer the better

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks much, well noted! :)

[@dimitriossachinidis]

Long detailed videos from you i enjoy them . Even if i do not need guides anymore ,i really like your work .

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks a ton! Noted :)

[@Commandelicious]

I like the old "let's lay" formula. I don't suggest to "only" do that, but 30 minutes videos, just the entire gameplay, with comments or without are highly interesting to me. It's what i did years back, a lot of EU4 as well. Never on your levels but it's like I learnt english. Still, great stuff from you :)

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks for saying this, it helps a lot to focus on what’s important!

[@grantsmith3595]

The goat posts once again!

[@StrategySphere]

The goat always finds a way back to the spotlight! :) More on its way...

[@Promethan07]

Hey mate! I had no idea you were from Tashkent! I enjoy your long form videos but the main thing I like is your detailed commentary. So don't feel like the only reason people enjoy your videos is because they are long. Don't burn yourself out, just do what you want to do and I'll enjoy it!

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks, yep, Tashkent is always in my heart :) and makes a lot of sense, helpful!

[@agoogilyshnog]

Wow, you’re on a release roll lately, I love it

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks, I accumulated a few recorded campaigns and now just editing them now one after another :)

[@destructaor223]

I love the longer form vidoes. It's more enjoyable and makes it feel more complete.

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks, noted your preference :)

[@tunahanguven1766]

Hi Alex,greetings from Turkey.Short or long doesnt matter.Love your contents.I just want moree!🎉

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks so much! 👍 More’s on its way :)

[@denisroev8303]

Answering the question: It depends on the subject of the video, if it is a small race / small achievement, then the format for 20 minutes is ideal, if it is a long and potentially difficult game, then the format for 40+ minutes is much more suitable. (We'll be watching both). Thanks for the video!

[@StrategySphere]

This makes a ton of sense to me, thanks for your support! Noted.

[@openthevoid1064]

Don't mind either long videos or short ones either way they always fun to watch. I love watching you explain every situation and walking through your thought process as you effortlessly destroy the ai!!

[@StrategySphere]

Length doesn't matter when you're on the winning side! :) Thanks for your awesome comment, this means a lot to me.

[@Furin1521]

20 minutes and very very high quality, for me this is just perfect! Keep it up

[@StrategySphere]

Glad you enjoy it! And many thanks :)

[@alexschmiede]

I love your content! I do not care if it is short or long. It is always a pleasure

[@StrategySphere]

I appreciate that! :)

[@milan-px5uq]

already know its a great video before starting it

[@milan-px5uq]

Longform videos are best in my opinion

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks much, noted!

[@colalover873]

short or long content, you have quickly become a favorite creator of mine, thank you!

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks! I'll then try to keep it short... or maybe long... who knows! :) Just kidding, really appreciate your support.

[@TheKQDaVRQ]

Hi Alex, I enjoy your long videos and it is what makes you stand out among other short guide KZbinrs. However, achievement runs like Big Blue Blob, Animal Kingdom etc. can also be a good option without necessarily requiring you to conquer the world.

[@StrategySphere]

This is a very good idea, thanks for suggesting it!

[@jacknapier817]

So good to have you back

[@StrategySphere]

Thank you :)

[@irwinhohenzollern1726]

А, так вот почему я чувствовал этот знакомый акцент. Вот в чем дело. Dude, you're the legend. Go on, you do extremely interesting and hard content!

[@StrategySphere]

Да, русский родной для меня, хотя я в России жил недолго! Thanks for watching and being a part of the journey :)

[@luckymikemadziar]

I like all your videos. Keep up your good work.

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks much, appreciated!

[@Palman97]

I love your voice, it's soothing, so I like longform.

[@StrategySphere]

Haha thanks, I’m just going for the “no stress” vibe.

[@TurtlesOnTheRoad2012]

I fw the shorter videos, also I'm a great admirer of Tashkent's subway stations

[@StrategySphere]

Noted your preference! And yep, Tashkent has so many beautiful things about it.

[@DayZilya]

Great video! I love the long format videos, but to be honest, I dont mind short ones either

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks so much, appreciated!

[@connorshorts1406]

I feel like the longer form videos are a part of what sets you apart from other EU4 creators. Not a lot of others I watch see a game through to the end

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks, I guess I've created a point of difference for myself, you're right. Appreciate your support!

[@edim108]

New lore on Alex's life 😲 As to the length question I don't mind the longer runtime but it can be an issue sometimes to get the time to watch it and actually pay attention, not having it in the background while you're working on your car or something and you don't really listen bc you're preoccupied with something else. Most people can manage to get half an hour of hassle free time and it's still long enough to make something actually useful and interesting to watch, so I say middle of the road, around 30 minute ballpark with the same production quality would be ideal.

[@StrategySphere]

Haha thanks :) and I do appreciate the idea of a 30 mins ballpark, it actually sets a nice target.

[@Sunprayer]

I'd watch anything you are posting man!

[@StrategySphere]

Even if I start posting videos of me trying to juggle oranges? :) Seriously - thanks for your support, it means a lot!

[@Sunprayer]

That would be funny indeed

[@zorrovia6706]

I would prefer longer videos. Thank you for the good content!

[@StrategySphere]

Thank you, and noted!

[@Omonoipade]

Great video as always, I feel like you long videos are amazing but some short videos sometimes would be nice (I only say that to see more of your content ahahah)

[@StrategySphere]

Thank you 🙏

[@TheLazyGoldmaker]

Already a lot of EU4 youtubers that do the shorter videos, one of the main draws of your channel for me is the longer campaigns, but doing both is propably better for you.

[@StrategySphere]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts! It's great to know what you enjoy about the channel.

[@FreeRangeCassava]

I really like the long form content, but I think you could also do really well making multi-episode series on the same campaign. That way we get to be invested in a nice long stream of content. I think this might also let you get more videos out for the amount of work you put in.

[@FreeRangeCassava]

I also really like that Putting on the ritz remix, it goes really well with the eu4 gameplay!

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks much, I guess I’ll try this very approach. It seems to make most sense!

[@requesttb1]

Great video as usual. Regarding longer or shorter videos, personally i'm ok with both. The best option, if you have the time, would be making a long world conquest video a month and 1 or 2 shorter ones like this one.

[@StrategySphere]

Who knew conquering the world could be a monthly thing? :) Seriously though - thank you, this makes a lot of sense.

[@MrThisissparta999]

Your long form videos are some of the best strats from a youtuber ive seen, so id prefer long form

[@StrategySphere]

Thank you for recognizing the effort I put into those long videos. I'm glad you enjoy them!

[@iseeyou5061]

Even your short video feels long lol. I'm simply interested in your gameplay so i'm happy with any video that appear

[@StrategySphere]

Haha thanks :) I guess I do talk a lot!

[@DnaKGames]

I personally enjoy the long form videos. Doesn't really matter though, whatever you prefer. You got good videos goin here bud.

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks, this means a lot :)

[@Otterpawp]

Lets. Fucking. Go! Literally yelled this and my wife across my house was like WTF IS HAPPENING! And I just said "He uploaded a video" and she walked back into our bedroom lol. As for your question, I like short and long form. So long as there is a completion to the video. Not necessarily 1821 or WC. But like this, the objective is made clear and we're along for the ride.

[@StrategySphere]

Haha love it! You made my day :) And thanks, got your point re: completion, I guess that's indeed the essence of it.

[@mischadebrouwer9855]

Nice! I don't have these two achievements yet, so now I must try!

[@StrategySphere]

Go for it, it's a fun campaign with the Knights. I enjoyed it more than I thought I would!

[@jacobscifers4345]

Do what you want man, but I love the long videos !

[@jacobscifers4345]

Keep up the goood work!

[@StrategySphere]

Hey, thanks for the love for the long videos! I'll keep them coming, gotta learn to edit faster though :)

[@derianswaren2483]

I quite enjoy the long format videos

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks for sharing your preference! :)

[@Terrados1337]

Great video! I enjoy long form videos more. But I think for your channel growth and also for work schedule short form may be more beneficial. And I can always watch videos back to back (if youtube ever fixes their autoplay algorithm)

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks, yep - I hope they link videos in the same series better together, like Amazon does with book series. And noted your preference, thank you :)

[@Spikie1991]

I appreciate the long videos.

[@StrategySphere]

👍

[@anthroposium]

Hey Alex! I think the video length is secondary, I can see how with some topics/campaigns or stories a longer format makes more sense and in some, a shorter format. As long as it fits :)

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks, this makes perfect sense! 👍

[@carloszayasmoreno8847]

I enjoy both types of videos, so as you wish

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks, clear and noted!

[@kevgl27]

Id like to see what your short-form content would look like. But I'll watch all the way through either way

[@StrategySphere]

I guess a quick achievement run like this one today (got 2 achievements) would be an example. I'll need to make it more explicit though, for the sense of completion.

[@JoonTheBug]

I enjoy the longform content but I have no issue with shorter videos released more regularly as well. I enjoy the grandiose campaigns you do so I think as long as you still finish the campaigns you could break them up into shorter parts to get the videos released more often.

[@StrategySphere]

Haha well I did win the "megalomaniac of the year" award on the Paradox forums back in 2003, so I guess some things never change :) Thanks for sharing your preference, well-noted!

[@nathanbogrosleclezio675]

Knights to Mughals and incoming Byz WC ? You never disappoint!

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks! Yep, both coming up soon.

[@zaikolebolsh5724]

I prefer longer videos and as i could see with the recommended videos im getting, most of theme are long videos, even hours long videos, but maybe thats just how youtube leqrned to recommend me stuff so hopefully that helps you grow. Nice stuff you got here, its half an hour of good gameplay, explanation and commentary, very nice

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks and noted! Will try to keep the balance... I'm still not always sure what to keep in or edit out.

[@patrickbarrett3898]

Ok.... Can we have both please? I would really like to see more frequent videos from you but I also like to see the complete campaigns... I watch Ludi and the Red Hawk and although I enjoy their content, because they quite often stop after about 100 years, I find myself asking "Then what?". I guess maybe splitting your longer campaigns into 20/30 min bites is a good compromise but tbh, I'll watch whatever you produce at this point ;-)

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks a bunch for the feedback! I hear you on the "then what" bit, had that question a few times myself. I'll see what I can do to mix it up and keep things interesting for you. Cheers for watching!

[@alatamore]

I like both styles. I really hope we get the like goal as I want to see this one go all the way to forming the Mughals.

[@StrategySphere]

Thank you, and it looks we're on track. I woke up to the video being half way there to the "like goal" in the first few hours, so I'm starting the Part 2 edits right now.

[@carltonleboss]

I like the long-form videos.

[@StrategySphere]

Well noted!

[@MostlyEvilKittens]

I found this channel looking for WC tips, so i would say longer content, although it doesn't have to be WC just acheivement that will take quite awhile. ^^

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks much, noted your preference:)

[@wachtwoord5796]

I like your current format more. If I think of it I try to interact with the vid to give you a boost 👍

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks, noted - and I appreciate the boost :)

[@yumeron572]

i love the long form format

[@StrategySphere]

Awesome, noted your preference!

[@kyleadelaide]

Would love to see this run continued

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks much, editing part 2 as we speak :)

[@evilarchy]

20 min is a short nice vid while break so i like it

[@StrategySphere]

Makes sense to me! :)

[@drivnundead6398]

Either way is fine for me. Just what causes the least burnout. Keep it fun for yourself as well.

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks, I did burn out a few months ago. Now trying to find the balance :)

[@henrikfrandsen6029]

I would see anything you come up with. Still rooting for that video, where you make your armies as strong as possible. Special units, modifier stacking etc.

[@StrategySphere]

Ahh, that's right! I still owe you that one :) Noted, thanks much. I've already recorded the next few campaigns but will do one like this. I did get the best unit type in the Aztec Sunrise, and some nice modifiers in the Dith campaign.

[@henrikfrandsen6029]

You don't owe me anything. Like I said, I would watch anything you put out. I think, that if you wanted, you could be the top EU4 content creator on KZbin. The quality of what you put out is just that good. And I don't think I'm alone with that opinion either.

[@StrategySphere]

@@henrikfrandsen6029 thanks so much. I’m committed to try!

[@Schwizinberg]

Damn, i don't know what i did wrong, but as knight's i was never able to secure an alliace with Venice. Once i had a really fun campaing with them, where i conquered The Romans and got defeated by ottomans, putting up enough fight to remain opm on Cyprus. Suffice to say i decided to make an exodus to the new world and then retook Jerusalem. The most satisfying campaing i ever did

[@StrategySphere]

Ah, Venice seems to be really random. I didn’t even expect to be able to ally them, but it worked for a while. That sounds like a great campaign by the way, a true Phoenix!

[@franmartinezgalvez6357]

I guess you could always mix. I personally prefer long videos, but whenever you feel a bit burnt out, you can change to shorter and more straightfoward videos. We will keep watching regardless.

[@StrategySphere]

Your support means a lot, and I appreciate you sticking around for the channel. Well noted!

[@michaelscutari4489]

love your channel! very educational and also always enjoy watching a pro. looking forward to more in future! would be happy to support on patreon if you had one if it meant content could be more frequent.

[@michaelscutari4489]

also i posted this before seeing your question, but my thought is that different campaigns lend themselves to different types of videos. i would love to see you produce whatever you are excited about!

[@StrategySphere]

Thank you, much appreciated! Yep, I'm starting to ponder different way to make this channel economically viable for me. As it stands, I can only do this in my spare time after the day job.

[@Sargonide]

I prefer the longer videos, it's good to have a long time to relax and watch something nice.

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks for sharing your preference, well noted.

[@Tabako-san]

I usually don't like the over-edited short form EU4 videos getting pushed out by a lot of creators recently because it feels like the cliff notes version where they basically skip through 200 years of gameplay in 12 minutes. Your Dith campaign was a perfect watch for me and I never felt lost keeping up with your gameplay. Was good as both a potential tutorial and just as pure entertainment.

[@StrategySphere]

I'm glad you enjoyed the Dith campaign! More like that is coming - already recorded with Saluzzo, Provence, and Byzantium. Thank you for the feedback!

[@Tabako-san]

@@StrategySphere Amazing, haven't been able to afford the last DLCs due to stuff happening in the world so I am very excited to see the Byzantium run as my first look at its new content :) Keep up the great work

[@grainassault4844]

Nice one

[@StrategySphere]

Merci ! :)

[@2009worstyearever]

I think its hard to pick, for example the Dithmarchen video was pretty fun and that was long but this one was also a good one. I think its more on whether you'll get burned out by it

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks, I was surprised to see how long it takes me to edit the raw footage... trying to find the balance!

[@joshuagraham2095]

Love the video :) can you eventually do the stardust crusaders achievement?

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks much - and yep, putting it in my to do list!

[@JensOdense]

I am not sure what a short form video from you would be like, so if you want I would advise you to give it a try.

[@StrategySphere]

I guess I tried to make an example with this one, cutting it off before getting to form the Mughals. Maybe I'll start doing short achievement runs, while keeping the world conquests going now and then.

[@Nerkowcze]

I think long videos suits your channel best. I would love to see more long videos in your fashion like "eat your greens" achievement challange or "mehmet's ambition" in details. Despite that I have to agree: maxing AE/CCR in every video to achieve another wc will be boring eventually.

[@StrategySphere]

Totally agree with you. Got to find a way to offer more variety :)

[@sasi5841]

Aslong as you can afford to have 12-16k troop, control Gallipoli and block the strait before ottomans can send their troops to balkans, you can easily 100% tge ottomans on your own (even in very hard). The key is to bait the AI into sending small stack at a time to siege constantinople/gallipoli, the block the straight and wile that stack. Repeat it a couple of times and ottomans will be lef5 without army or mapower ver quickly. Thats what i did on my most recent byz run.

[@StrategySphere]

Great strategy! Thanks for sharing. I usually try to bring a large crowd to fight on my side, as you've seen. Will need to try soloing it.

[@autoloadable]

Long videos are better but do what you prefer I'll be watching regardless

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks much, I appreciate it.

[@gretyherty2282]

Long form 100%, you're the only one posting proper good long videos. Maybe mix in a short one then and there if you got some cool ideas for a campaign.

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks, it makes a lot of sense!

[@commanderchaos5670]

continue with long form content.

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks for your preference, clear! :)

[@MrStanDoesStuff]

On the topic of video lenght: i like longer form video. like you do 2 part both with a different "topic" (opening moves --> WC) i dont like watching a short video just to be told the thing i want to see will be in the next epidsode. what im trying to say is they should be long enough to show a topic or a cool strat.

[@StrategySphere]

Totally get what you mean about cliffhangers. Thanks much for the input! :)

[@chriscunningham3730]

I was at war with Byz, occupying Morea when they flipped to the Latin Empire and Poland joined the war? I've never seen that event fire in 2k hours played lol

[@StrategySphere]

Yep, that sure sounds new :)

[@morganholon2648]

Babe wake up, Strategy Sphere released a new video

[@StrategySphere]

Who needs an alarm clock when you have my videos, huh? :)

[@anthanassar]

Long > Short for me! I can wait if you are in hurry or stress to produce. Just go on with your quality ;)

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks much, well noted :)

[@jogryning]

like the short form a bit more, more fun than seeing WC everytime

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks much and yep, those things can get tedious fast.

[@merijnvroonhof915]

Hi Alex, i recently did a Knights run myself (with the caribean achievement added after 1600 by moving to the new world) so it's good to see how different you can do it ( i went for Byz + Bulgaria vassalization, which has the added benefit of 'return core' disregards the province owner in the war). As to long short/format. I know how incredibly time consuming the late game is, so i would say a mix with shorter playthroughs is very wise, but since so few youtubers play past 1600, it would be your unique selling point to keep doing that too. Maybe 2 or 3 shorter plays for each longer? Maybe try and use the shorter playthroughs to go into interesting mechanics/mission trees as you play? You might even do 3 or 4 games to 1600 and then do a short video on how these can be played to WC/One faith and only do one of them based on a poll or something? And since your question also regards the length of the video, i would say 20-30 minutes is very good. If you release them in sequence (say 4-6 videos for a complete game) they will come up listed next to each other in your video list.

[@StrategySphere]

Nice! Did Byzantium get disloyal after you vassalized them? That's what I was weary of... Thanks for sharing your preference, these are great ideas for me to consider! Very clear.

[@merijnvroonhof915]

@@StrategySphere If you conquer (one) their provinces and then release, they start very loyal. Feeding them back their cores also can give up to 100% modifier. So as long as you make sure you grow bigger yourself during the first 20-30 years they are never a problem. I did get into problems during my playthrough, but that was because i also force vassalized Serbia 😐. In the first few years they might sometimes get above 50% disloyal, but nothing you cant handle with placate and a few dev clicks.

[@StrategySphere]

This makes a lot of sense!

[@mehryarrahnama5628]

I think a long video is better than bunch of shorter versions for a eu4 content

[@StrategySphere]

Yep, makes sense... better to tell the full story, too.

[@pileofcheese5017]

When you ask viewers if they want longer or shorter videos, theyll always say longer. This happens on every single channel that asks that question. When you look at what they click on however, its always the shorter, ~20 min videos. I dont know why this discrepancy exists. I personally also prefer longer format videos,but i might be part of that same fallacy.

[@StrategySphere]

This makes a lot of sense. Today's shorter video is so far outperforming most of my long-term campaigns, in terms of views per hour. I guess I'll start shopping up my grand campaigns into smaller chunks...

[@magnustheidamey4924]

Long videos are king for me

[@StrategySphere]

Long videos are like a good book - or so I hope :)

[@laptar]

I personally prefer the long form videos, but I would be very appreciative of short form videos if it meant a greater quantity of videos from you. Maybe you could do a mixture of both?

[@StrategySphere]

Thank you, got it. Will see what I can do!

[@ntmh]

Video length and release schedule is neither here nor there for me: do the campaigns that you find interesting and give tips as you go.

[@vectrom21]

Do whatever is best for you on youtube monetization. I just wish that you do a full world conquest series for each country you choose, if ita on longer or shorter videos i dont care.

[@StrategySphere]

Conquering the world, one country at a time :) We can indeed do full WCs now and then, and strong set ups for various countries as a guide. Thanks for the suggestion! As for monetization, what Ludi does is the best - frequent videos covering opening moves with strong titles.

[@miserycrown.]

Continue with the long form ones

[@StrategySphere]

Well noted, thanks much!

[@Karim896]

To be honest I don't know what format I prefer, both have advantages but probably for the channel this works better but I like long videos too. The video was great my only problem is that you actually don't turn into the Mughals, but I understand that it's a long challenge for a 20 minuts videos😅

[@StrategySphere]

Haha thanks and yep, I decided to cut it after getting the achievements. We're going Mughals in the next episode :)

[@stozoul]

Please produce both long and short videos for the same games.

[@StrategySphere]

You mean like Ludi does sometimes - short episodes as he plays the campaign, and then the full video? Could be a great idea.

[@stozoul]

@@StrategySphere I mean, some people may not want to watch 30+ min videos. For those people, maybe you can put timelapses (like EU4.DE-Valois does), or make fast meme videos (like Jaydawarlord does). While still making 30+ minute videos of the same save files. But of course, who am I to know. I personally like your videos the way they are now.

[@StrategySphere]

@@stozoul ahh, makes sense! Thanks :)

[@heavenlylordNOS]

Yes

[@StrategySphere]

👍

[@petrouvelteau7564]

I 100% prefer the longer videos, especially the WC ones. I find it really annoying when EU4 youtubers start a campaign and drop it in the 1500s to start a new one, and you're one of the few outliers.

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks, I guess I'm a completionist :) I actually like the late game, when you can create an efficient nation. Noted!

[@TheDaroby]

You were lucky at the begging... I tried it few times, but Byzantin is sitting with his 14k troops Mesambria (all the time from my 11 tries)

[@StrategySphere]

In this case, I’d hire more mercs, probably. I also know a few other KZbinrs made Knights videos, maybe they had different approaches?

[@TheDaroby]

@@StrategySphere problem there will be that I will not get military access from Kebab and dont have that many transport ship :/ so merc is not a way in my run :(

[@StrategySphere]

@@TheDaroby Sometimes the Ottomans give access if Byzantium is allied to someone else. You can also get access from Venice and load lots of mercenaries on their island right next to Athens (which is what I did). In my case, Byzantium seems to have gone bankrupt after I took their southern lands and they disbanded most troops.

[@leneldraws7887]

Long form content. I prefer a nice long detailed video than a short one leaving room for interpretation.

[@StrategySphere]

Thanks much - I appreciate, and noted!