In 867, many faiths are still unreformed. This is the best era for Pagan Reformation or creating your own custom heresy before the Catholic Church becomes too dominant.
The 867 map extends deep into Central Asia and the Tibetan Plateau: ck3 map 867
The 867 map is dominated by the . Unlike the 1066 start where England is a consolidated kingdom, 867 sees the British Isles fractured and under siege. In 867, many faiths are still unreformed
Halfdan "Whiteshirt" (Jorvik) and Ivar the Boneless (the Isles) start in the middle of a massive invasion of England. This area is a perpetual war zone, making it a high-risk, high-reward start for both Norse and Anglo-Saxon players. Unlike the 1066 start where England is a
The Norse homelands are almost entirely tribal. This is the "cradle of heroes," where you can start as a minor chieftain and use the Varangian Adventure mechanic to relocate your entire realm to more fertile lands like Sicily, Normandy, or even India. 2. The Fragmented West: The Carolingian Empire