Russian missions

This is a list of all missions of Russia. Many of these are shared by Muscovy.

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National missions

Religious missions

Mission	Completion requirements	Effects	Prerequisites
Land of Churches It is imperative that every citizen of our nation, from prince to peasant, has access to spiritual guidance from our priesthood. Every village must have a church.	Russia has at least 20 temples or cathedrals.	Russia: Gains 10 patriarch authority. If is not Orthodox, gains 10 prestige. Clergy estate gains 10 loyalty.
Russian Patriarchate Constantinople cannot be the spiritual center of Orthodox Christianity without the legitimacy of the Byzantine Emperor. We need to pick up the mantle and establish a Third Rome!	Constantinople (151) is not owned by Byzantium Russia is Orthodox. Moskva (295) is owned by Russia and has State Metropolitan.	Russia: Gets the "The Russian Orthodox Church Declares Independence" event Gets “Russian Patriarchate” until the end of the game, giving: −20% cost of reducing war exhaustion.	Land of Churches

Conquest of Russia

Mission	Completion requirements	Effects	Prerequisites
Invade Novgorod The Boyars of Novgorod stubbornly resist our rule. We must prepare an invasion force to subjugate them.	Russia has an army of at least 100% of its force limit.	Russia gains a permanent claim on the following: Novgorod area Beloozero area Pomorye area North Karelia area Arkhangelsk area Luki Kola Neva Ingermanland Ladoga
Conquer Novgorod Although the great Alexander Nevsky protected Rus from the Teutonic and Swedish pillagers, the Mantle of the Protection of Rus has passed to Muscovy. We must conquer Novgorod and make the Princes of Novgorod see the truth by force of arms.	The following provinces and areas are owned by Russia or its non-tributary subjects: Novgorod area Beloozero area Pomorye area North Karelia area Arkhangelsk area Luki Kola Neva Ingermanland Ladoga	Russia gains a permanent claim on the Russia (region) Province Novgorod (310): Gains 1 base Tax Gains 1 base Production Gains 1 base Manpower	Invade Novgorod
Consolidate Russia The Russian lands are divided into many independent Principalities. The Princes must all be united under our rule.	Russia owns the following provinces: Tver Yaroslavl Tula Kasimov Rostov Beloozero Ryazan Oka Pskov	Provinces Tver (294), Yaroslavl (308), Tula (300) and Kasimov (1778): Gain 1 base Tax Gain 1 base Production Gain 1 base Manpower Russia: Gets "Russian Integration" for 15 years, giving: +3 Diplomatic Reputation Gains a permanent claim on the following areas: Finland Laponia Ostrobothnia Estonia Curonia Livonia Ruthenia (region)	Conquer Novgorod
Window on the West We fear that Russia is being left behind by the other states of Europe, we must not remain backward. Russia must acquire a coast on the Baltic to act as our window on the west.	The following areas are owned by Russia or its non-tributary subjects: Estonia Livonia Curonia	Russia gets "Baltic Ambition" for 15 years, giving: +15% Trade Efficiency −25% Shipbuilding time	Consolidate Russia
Liberate Ruthenia The Polish Commonwealth is both weak and unfit to rule the proud Ruthenian and Byelorussian peoples and other countries have also come to this realization. It is high time we act before the region is partitioned among our rivals.	The following region is owned by Russia or its non-tributary subjects: Ruthenia (region)	All owned provinces in Ruthenia (region) get "Ruthenian Integration" for 15 years, giving: −0.10 Monthly Autonomy Change Russia gains a permanent claim on the following areas: Malopolska Red Ruthenia Mazovia Sandomierz Wallachia Moldavia	Consolidate Russia
Conquer Finland Sweden remains a danger to the lands of Holy Mother Russia. To protect Russia once and for all we must conquer Finland to act as a buffer.	The following areas are owned by Russia or its non-tributary subjects: Finland Ostrobothnia Laponia	Russia gets the "Conquest of Finland" for 15 years, giving: +10% Morale of Armies −20% Land Attrition	Consolidate Russia
Partition Poland Poland is a weak state led by weak rulers. The relevant nations of the world, and our own nation foremost, should carve up their nation at the first opportunity.	The following areas are owned by Russia or its non-tributary subjects: Malopolska Red Ruthenia Mazovia Sandomierz	Russia gets the "Partition of Poland" for 20 years, giving: −10% Core Creation Cost	Liberate Ruthenia
Conquer Romania The Principalities of Wallachia and Moldavia are at the mercy of several great powers. We must protect our Orthodox brethren by annexing these lands.	The following areas are owned by Russia or its non-tributary subjects: Moldavia Wallachia	Russia gains a permanent claim on the following areas: Bulgaria Silistria Thrace	Liberate Ruthenia
The Third Rome The Russian state had laid claim to the title of 'Third Rome'. To legitimize this claim in the eyes of the world, we must control the City of the World's Desire, Constantinople itself.	The following areas are owned by Russia or its non-tributary subjects: Bulgaria Silistria Thrace Russia owns Konstantinyye.	Russia gets the "The Third Rome" event	Conquer Romania

Taming the Steppes

Mission	Completion requirements	Effects	Prerequisites
Tame the Steppes The constant threat of raids from the nomads to our south must come to an end. From the area of Tambov we can prepare to strike out against the hordes.	At least 1 province in the Tambov area: Is owned by Russia Has our religion or culture	Russia gains a permanent claim on the following areas: Kazan Volga Kama Samara Tambov Lower Don Astrakhan Saratov
Claim the Steppes We must take the fight to the Tatars of the Golden Horde. We must plant the banner of Russia in their steppe heartlands because it all belongs to Mother Russia.	The following areas are owned by Russia or its non-tributary subjects: Tambov Lower Don Astrakhan Saratov	Tambov, Lower Don, Astrakhan and Saratov areas gets "Convert the Steppes" for 15 years, giving: −2 Local Unrest +2 Local Missionary Strength Russia gains a permanent claim on the following: Pontic Steppe (region) Nogai area Lower Yik area	Tame the Steppes
Subjugate the Crimea The Crimean Tatars have been allowed to rampage on the Steppes for too long, it is time for the Third Rome to show them who is boss.	The following region is owned by Russia or its non-tributary subjects: Pontic Steppe	Russia gets "Control of the Steppes" for 15 years, giving: +2 Tolerance of the True Faith Pontic Steppe (region) gets "Convert the Steppes" for 15 years, giving: −2 Local Unrest +2 Local Missionary Strength	Claim the Steppes
Subjugate Kazan The City of Kazan sits on the key trade routes along the Volga River. For Russia to prosper it must belong to Mother Russia.	The following areas are owned by Russia or its non-tributary subjects: Kazan Volga Kama Samara	Kazan, Volga, Kama and Samara areas gets "Convert the Steppes" for 15 years, giving: −2 Local Unrest +2 Local Missionary Strength Russia gains a permanent claim on the following regions: Ural (region) West Siberia (region)	Tame the Steppes
Consolidate the Steppes Though we have defeated many of the most threatening hordes, we can further improve our strategic position in the Steppes. Let us consolidate in the region and subjugate any remaining nomads.	The following areas are owned by Russia or its non-tributary subjects: Nogai Lower Yik Russia owns all colonized provinces in the following regions: Ural (region) West Siberia (region)	Russia gets "Control of the Steppes" for 15 years, giving: +2 Tolerance of the True Faith Ural (region), West Siberia (region), Nogai and Lower Yik areas gets "Convert the Steppes" for 15 years, giving: −2 Local Unrest +2 Local Missionary Strength	Claim the Steppes Subjugate Kazan

Colonization of Siberia

Mission	Completion requirements	Effects	Prerequisites
Integrate Perm The Principality of Great Perm has enjoyed much autonomy since the end of Novgorodian rule. But now that our nation looks eastward, it must be brought fully into the fold.	Russia owns all provinces in the Perm area	Russia gains 50 Diplomatic power
Colonize Western Siberia We have started to drive the Tatars out of Siberia, to strengthen our hold on these regions we must establish forts so they can be brought into Russian control.	Russia owns at least 15 fully colonized provinces in West Siberia region.	Russia gains 100 Diplomatic power Conquistador 'Yermak Temofeyevich' (6/6/5/0) becomes available for duty.	Integrate Perm
Collect Yasak All natives of Siberia must pay a tribute of furs to the Tsar. Our colonization of Western Siberia must be completed so that the reach of our yasak collectors is extended.	Russia owns the following provinces: Sibir Chimgi-Tura All provinces in the West Siberia region are owned by Russia or its non-tributary subjects.	Province Sibir (1074): Changes religion to Orthodox. Changes culture to Muscovite. Gains 2 base Production. Province Chimgi-Tura (1075): Changes religion to Orthodox. Changes culture to Muscovite. Gains 1 base Production. All provinces producing Fur in West Siberia (region) gets "Siberian Fur Production" for 20 years, giving: +20% Local Goods Produced Modifier	Colonize Western Siberia
Colonize Eastern Siberia Our Explorers have opened up the vast untapped lands of Eastern Siberia. We must establish forts there to secure our control.	Russia: owns at least 10 fully colonized provinces in East Siberia region. owns core province Okhotsk (1043)	Explorer 'Vitus Bering' (4/2/5/0) becomes available for duty. Province Okhotsk (1043): Gets a free Shipyard building Gets "Russian Pacific Port" until the end of the game, giving: +100% Local Sailors Modifier −10% Local Ship Cost Russia gains a permanent claim on the following areas: Furdan North Ilin Hala South Ilin Hala Sakhalin	Colonize Western Siberia
The Amur Acquisition Our expansion eastwards will be complete with the incorporation of the Manchurian coast. There we shall found a city, Vladivostok, that will be the center of our commercial and naval efforts in the Pacific and East Asia.	The following areas are owned by Russia or its non-tributary subjects: Furdan North Ilin Hala South Ilin Hala Sakhalin Russia: owns core province Furdan (2106) is the strongest Trade Power in Girin trade node	Province Furdan (2106): Is renamed 'Vladivostok' Change religion to Orthodox. Change culture to Muscovite. Gain 1 base Tax. Gain 1 base Production. Gain 1 base Manpower. Gain "Russian Pacific Port" until the end of the game, giving: +100% Local Sailors Modifier −10% Local Ship Cost	Colonize Eastern Siberia
Extend Yasak to the East The native peoples of Eastern Siberia must now submit to the yasak fur tribute. In exchange for tools and trinkets, the indigenous population must submit to our rule or face dire consequences.	The following region is owned by Russia or its non-tributary subjects: East Siberia	All provinces producing Fur in East Siberia (region) gains "Siberian Fur Production" for 20 years, giving: +20% Local Goods Produced Modifier	Colonize Eastern Siberia
Colonize Alaska Our quest to monopolize the fur trade takes us even further eastward. It is time to set sail for the shores of the Americas and establish a colony in Alaska, where new opportunities for fur will be abundant.	The following region is owned by Russia or its non-tributary subjects: Colonial Alaska	Russia gets "Russian America" for 20 years, giving: +20% Trade Steering Province Sitka (2613): Is renamed 'Novo-Arkhangelsk' Gain 1 base Tax. Gain 1 base Production. Gain 1 base Manpower.	Colonize Eastern Siberia

Internal Missions

Mission	Completion requirements	Effects	Prerequisites
Weather the Troubles Storm clouds gather on Russia's horizon. We must endure whatever hardships fate has in store for us.	Complete the "Time of Troubles" disaster or reach the Age of Absolutism without triggering it.	Russia gains 10 Prestige
Recruit Streltsy Regiments of Streltsy are the backbone of our army. We must continue to recruit and provision the Streltsy to uphold our military traditions.	Russia Has at least 30 streltsy. Has an army of at least 100% of its force limit.	Russia: Gains 15 Army Tradition. Gets "Loyal Streltsy" for 20 years, giving: −20% Stability Cost Modifier	Weather the Troubles
Autocratic Rule Ruthless efficiency on the part of the Tsar is the only way for the state to prosper. Both the civil and military bureaucracy must answer directly to the Tsar in all matters.	Russia: If is not revolutionary, has at least 50 Absolutism Has at least 75% crownland share Has less than 50 Clergy influence Has less than 50 Burghers influence Has less than 50 Boyars influence	Russia: Gains 50 Administrative Power. Gets "Russian Autocracy" for 20 years, giving: −0.10 Monthly Autonomy Change	Recruit Streltsy
Establish the Prikazy The Tsar cannot rule alone. The state must be divided into a series of executive offices, or Prikaz, to aid the Tsar's rule and organize his government.	Russia: Employs an Administrative advisor with a skill of at least 3. Employs a Diplomatic advisor with a skill of at least 3. Employs a Military advisor with a skill of at least 3. Has no loan. Is not running a deficit.	Russia gets "Prikazy" for 20 years, giving: −15% Advisor Costs	Weather the Troubles
State Manufactories The wheels of industry turn ever onwards, and Russia must not be left by the wayside as new production technology becomes available. The state must construct and control as many large manufactories as possible.	Russia has at least 20 provinces with any production Manufactory.	Russia gets "Proto-Industrialization" for 25 years, giving: +10% Production Efficiency Russia gains ducats equal to 1.5 years of income.	Establish the Prikazy
Russian Revolution The Age of Revolution is upon us and Russia must take a side. Will we answer liberty's call and join the revolution, or shall we oppose it with reactionary might?	One of the following must be true: Has enacted Revolutionary Empire or Revolutionary Republic Revolutionary ideals are removed from all provinces Any known country: Is revolutionary target Is at war with Russia Has their capital controlled by Russia	Russia gains 25 Army Tradition. If Russia has enacted the “Revolutionary Empire” or the “Revolutionary Republic” government reform: Gets “The Russian Revolution” until the end of the game, giving: +0.5 Yearly revolutionary zeal else: Gets “Reactionary Zeal” until the end of the game, giving: +5% Administrative efficiency	Autocratic Rule State Manufactories