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Arrogant<br />
An arrogant ruler is more likely to overestimate himself and is less afraid of others. He<br />
also tends to speak rudely more often.<br />
Expansionist<br />
An expansionist ruler is more likely to agree to higher terms when acquiring land and<br />
does not easily give land away. He is easily upset about lost land.<br />
Pacifist<br />
A pacifistic ruler is more likely to quickly agree to peace and often hesitates to go to<br />
war.<br />
Vassalage/Independency<br />
Kingdoms can be independent or they can be a vassal to a stronger kingdom. If a kingdom<br />
is a vassal, it cannot follow a diplomacy that is different from its patron. The only<br />
option a vassal kingdom has is to declare independence, in which case war is declared<br />
on the former sovereign. Being a vassal also means paying 50% of one’s total income<br />
to the overlord as a constant form of tribute.<br />
Stances<br />
The diplomatic situation changes constantly. The stances between kingdoms include<br />
being at war, being at peace, kin, trading, non-aggression or allied. When the stance<br />
is “at war”, the only option is to negotiate for peace.<br />
Relationship<br />
The relationship is the foundation of all politics. Your kingdom’s<br />
relationship with your neighbors, friends and enemies<br />
will change dynamically with every action you take<br />
and sometimes even without your involvement. Other kings’ decisions mostly depend<br />
on their relations with you. If the relationship is good, the chances of a ruler accepting<br />
a diplomatic proposal are higher. A good relationship does not automatically mean you<br />
are at peace, nor does a bad one mean you are at war. However, if your relationship<br />
with someone is poor and you do something which angers them, chances are good<br />
that they will declare war.<br />
Agreements<br />
In Knights of Honor, you can have several diplomatic agreements. Agreements can be<br />
seen as contracts signed between two kingdoms.<br />
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