: Both lords bring new, free-form castle models that incorporate intricate killing zones and multiple towers.
: A foppish French noble who joins the Crusade more for personal glory and political standing than religious fervor. His castles feature unconventional, "segmented" layouts with elaborate walkways designed to confuse and trap attackers. In battle, he typically uses a mix of Rangers , Swordsmen , and Conscripts . Key Features & Content stronghold-crusader-2-the-templar-and-the-duke
: Includes seven missions that are widely considered some of the most challenging in the game, culminating in the "Insurmountable" mission. : Both lords bring new, free-form castle models
: A veteran commander who rose through the ranks. He is characterized by religious zeal and a brutal combat style, favoring high-tier units like Crossbowmen , Swordsmen , and Knights . His castles are rigid, well-fortified, and rely on a complex internal economy. In battle, he typically uses a mix of
: Adds 10 new Steam achievements, such as "Duke it Out" (winning against three Dukes) and "Skirmish Enforcer". Strategic Tips for the "Templar & Duke" Trail
Reviewers and players on Steam suggest specific tactics for these new challenges: Stronghold Crusader 2: The Templar and The Duke - Steam
The DLC, released on July 1, 2015, is a major expansion for the castle-building RTS that adds a "holy war" flavor to the desert warfare. It introduces two AI characters with opposing philosophies and a challenging new skirmish trail. Meet the New Lords