Europa Universalis 5 (EU5): How To Get Casus Belli

Casus Belli is a key game mechanic in Europa Universalis 5 (EU5). Here are all the essential details regarding it.

You can not just randomly declare war in the game (Image via Paradox Interactive)
You can not just randomly declare war in the game (Image via Paradox Interactive)

Since Europa Universalis V (EU5) is a strategy-based political game, wars and conflicts form an important part of its gameplay. However, it is essential to note that you cannot declare war on another nation without a reason.

Casus Belli in Europa Universalis V (EU5) is a key game mechanic that allows you to expand your territory and pursue your political goals without receiving diplomatic penalties. Here is a detailed article that contains everything you need to know about the Casus Belli in the game.

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How To Get Casus Belli in Europa Universalis 5 (EU5)

Pass a claim in Parliament to obtain Casus Belli in the game (Image via Paradox Interactive)
Pass a claim in Parliament to obtain Casus Belli in the game (Image via Paradox Interactive)

In Europa Universalis V (EU5), you can obtain Casus Belli by passing a motion in Parliament. To do so, you first need to access your Government tab and navigate to Parliament. Then, start a proposal to declare war on another nation.

Finally, ensure that the claim is secured by maintaining a stable government and spending Spy Network Points. Once it is approved, you will gain a Casus Belli against the target nation, which will appear under the Diplomacy tab.

Moreover, you can also gain Casus Belli through event-based claims, such as those triggered by the Hundred Years’ War. In addition, completing missions, progressing through the storyline, and implementing government reforms can also provide new Casus Belli opportunities in the game.

Some Important Things From Casus Belli in Europa Universalis (EU5)

Below are certain things that you should keep in mind regarding Casus Belli in the game:

  • You need to take Casus Belli into account before attacking, to maintain stability in your area without impacting your reputation.
  • Each resolution for the Casus Belli will require 20 Spy Network points.
  • Additionally, it is essential to note that Casus Belli has a limited validity of roughly four years.

That was all about Casus Belli in Europa Universalis 5 (EU5).


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