Name Target Description Besiege Town Castle Capture a settlement by surrounding it and starving out the defenders; cheaper than a conquest, but takes longer. Conquer Province Town Castle Attempt to take immediate control of the territory by engaging and defeating defending forces. Defend Province Town Castle Engage any hostile army entering territory gained this year.  An army with Capture as its strategy will automatically defend any gains made. Devastate Province A 'scorched earth' policy, reducing agricultural production.  Usually used as a defensive strategy, often a last resort, to deny an enemy supplies. Engage Army Bring an enemy army to battle. Garrison Town Castle Temporarily strengthen the specified garrison, and defend against any attacking forces. Guard - A passive defence of your own territory against attacking forces.  Less aggressive than the Intercept strategy; after all, they may just be passing through. Intercept - Attack any army entering your territory, whether or not they appear aggressive. Pillage Province Town Raid the target, providing loot, but no lasting control. Pursue Army Follow and attempt to engage an army you have sighted. Relief Town Castle Relieve a settlement being besieged.