The Masked King

King Baldwin IV ruled from the shadows. His silver mask was seen by many — his face, by none.

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CHAPTER prologue

Prologue: Jerusalem, 1174

The leper prince becomes king. Choose your path...

"The King’s Burden"

- Chronicler's account

Montgisard, 1177: Against all odds, your knights route Saladin's forces. The Sultan escapes on a pack camel, abandoning his treasure.

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How will you rule your kingdom?

Battle of Montgisard

300 Knights vs. Saladin's Thousands

YOUR FORCES

Courage: 85
Strategy: 70
Health: 60

ENEMY FORCES

Numbers: 100
Morale: 40
Supply: 50

CHAPTER masked-years

The Masked Years

As your condition worsens, the silver mask becomes your face. The people whisper...

1161

Born in Jerusalem to King Amalric I and Agnes of Courtenay

1174

Crowned King at just 13 after his father’s death

1176

Symptoms of leprosy worsen — Baldwin begins hiding his condition behind a silver mask

1177

Leads 375 knights to an impossible victory against Saladin at Montgisard

1180

Strategically marries his sister to Guy of Lusignan to secure internal stability

1183

Baldwin V, his nephew, is crowned co-king as Baldwin’s health deteriorates

1185

Dies in Jerusalem at age 24, leaving a fragile kingdom behind

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Saladin attacks Jacob's Ford. Your move:

CHAPTER epilogue

Epilogue: Legacy

Your choices shaped history. Though your body failed, your kingdom endured...

HISTORY REMEMBERS

Years Ruled

1174-1185

Battles Fought

3 decisive victories

Fortifications

Including Kerak Castle

Treaties Signed

With Byzantium & Damascus

"A king who moved men more by his silence than others do with speeches."

- William of Tyre