"From the back of the box." The medieval Europe sim returns with even more possibilities. In an age rife with intrigues and battles, rise through the ranks of society from a mere crafter to the city's magistrate. Or choose the secret path of thievery to become a feared robber baron -- it's your decision. The Guild II includes an extended single-player campaign, including a comprehensive tutorial placed in the 14th century. Additionally, The Guild II features 3 different crafted scenario maps, including a German Hanse campaign with the cities of Hamburg and Luebeck, as well as maps in Nottinghamshire and Sherwood Forest, and Lyon (France). Special features Control the fate of generations of a powerful dynasty set in a realistic medieval world Become part of European historic events and even change the course of history -- Watch the citizens and witness unique events that allow players to be immediately connected to real-world events Marry, raise children, and experience friendship. Take part in a wide variety of different careers like merchant, priest, politician or thief. Create characters with special abilities, zodiac signs and even weaknesses that include such things as a disfigurement, jealousy or kleptomania. Play in a party of up to 3 dynasty members with different strengths and weaknesses. Hand down skills and fortunes to successors. Be challenged by powerful competitor AI. Take part in a unique multiplayer mode