The patch is bringing various bug fixes, new legendary characters and more – to find out exactly what’s included, read the patch notes here: https://www.totalwar.com/blog/total-war-three-kingdoms-patch-1-4-0-mandate-of-heaven/

And don’t forget, if you want Tao Qian as a playable character, you must download him from this Steam page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1180600/

If you are on the following betas for THREE KINGDOMS, please be aware that these betas will be shut down tomorrow (15th January) at 11AM in preparation for the release of Mandate of Heaven on 16th January:

• Old1_1
  
• Old1_2
  
• Update_1.3.0_beta

In our second episode of Behind the Design, writer Peter Stewart and senior designer Dom Starr talk us through the narrative and the history of the Mandate period.

Watch now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LmEgyslYmYk

In our first Behind the Design, Mandate of Heaven DLC design director Attila and senior designer Simon talk through the design philosophy of the new Mandate of Heaven DLC – take a look: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NNbEf-0Bisw

Take a look at our Siege and Deployable Spotlight for Total War: THREE KINGDOMS! We discuss some of the changes added to battles, such as new siege equipment, battle deployables and more – all arriving for free in the next patch… 👀

Watch here: https://youtu.be/nE7ytXLhaL8

Don’t forget – Tao Qian arrives for free for THREE KINGDOMS on 16th January!

Tao Qian has long been a steward of the Han and his own territory. He is renowned as a dependable and respectable governor, and one who focuses on building tall. Learn more: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1180600/

With the release of Mandate of Heaven on the horizon, it’s time to take a look at the rich history behind the time period.

We spoke with senior designer Simon Mann about Mandate of Heaven’s story, characters, and the future of the world of THREE KINGDOMS: https://www.totalwar.com/blog/three-kingdoms-the-history-behind-mandate-of-heaven/

Check out the Yellow Turban Spotlight and learn everything you need to know about the Yellow Turban founding fathers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMrB0WtdB4w

All followers of the Way of Supreme Peace are united in a common goal: overthrowing the Han Empire. The flames of rebellion will not be quenched until this goal is achieved!

Want a sneak peek at some of the battles you can get stuck into in Total War: THREE KINGDOMS - Mandate of Heaven?

Check out H for Havoc’s narrative battle at Ji Province here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dMzI_6Of2CA

Join JackieFish for a hard-fought siege (including siege towers) here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lu8QinJZK1U

And last but not least, Zerkovich breaks down the stats of all the new heroes in Mandate of Heaven here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seMaNN4KkZM

War on a celestial scale: Mandate of Heaven comes to THREE KINGDOMS on 16 January.

It is Winter 182CE, and discontent stirs through the Han Dynasty. Famine, plague and taxation have driven the people of the Empire to desperation. In the West, three brothers speak of a time to come, a time without the Han Empire - a time of rebellion…

Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vo7dmyj6tOk

And pre-order Mandate of Heaven now for 10% off, with eleven playable new and existing factions, nine unique characters, and over forty units: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1154760

Questions? Check here first to see if we’ve already answered them: https://www.totalwar.com/blog/total-war-three-kingdoms-mandate-of-heaven-faq/

Finally, want a sneak peek at some gameplay? We’ve got you covered: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rAhvWikFG5U

Will the 400 year old dynasty survive? You decide.