Forgot password
Enter the email address you used when you joined and we'll send you instructions to reset your password.
If you used Apple or Google to create your account, this process will create a password for your existing account.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Reset password instructions sent. If you have an account with us, you will receive an email within a few minutes.
Something went wrong. Try again or contact support if the problem persists.
total war three kingdoms, spies, how to use

Total War Three Kingdoms: How to Use Spies

This article is over 5 years old and may contain outdated information

Total War Three Kingdoms is a massive strategy game with tons of different systems you’ll need to use and juggle while playing through a campaign. There’s more than one way to become Emperor of China, and if you want to use more devious methods, you’ll want to employ the help of spies. With that, here’s how to use spies in Total War Three Kingdoms.

Recommended Videos

How to Use Spies in Total War Three Kingdoms

You won’t immediately have access to spies in Total War Three Kingdoms, as you’ll first have to reach that rank of Second Marquis. Once you have, you’ll get access to the spy network, which you can use to infiltrate enemy factions, although it takes some time.

Any character that is willing to spy for you will be marked by an eye icon, when you check your character list, but the first step is to head to your Underground Network menu by hitting the icon next to your portrait or hitting the 5 key.

In this menu you’ll see an Active Spies option, and if you click the plus sign underneath it you’ll be able to assign a character as a spy, and you’ll have two options as to who that is. You can assign someone already in your court as a spy, or you can simply recruit someone new to fill the role.

After you pick who you want to do it, you’ll be able to pick which faction you want the spy to infiltrate, and they’ll be on their way. Keep in mind using a spy is a whole risk-reward system, as it can lead to negative as well as positive effects.

It’ll take time for your spy to infiltrate, and if you manage to kill generals or warlords for a faction that’ll open more spots for you spy to infiltrate. However, if your spy is discovered, which there’s always a random chance of, your relationship with that faction will be severely damaged.

Because of this it’s important to weigh your options, and decide if sending a spy might pay off in the long run. It’s also, generally, a better idea to recruit new spies rather than send out someone from your court, as those characters will probably already be fulfilling a role, and you won’t want to lose them if they’re discovered.

That covers everything you need to know about how to use spies in Total War Three Kingdoms. For even more tips, tricks, and guides make sure to search Twinfinite. Here are a few other ones you might find helpful while playing through the game.


Twinfinite is supported by our audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small affiliate commission. Learn more about our Affiliate Policy
Author
Image of Hayes Madsen
Hayes Madsen
A connoisseur of all things RPG related, and always looking for the artistic expression in gaming. His love of Gundam is only matched by his love of Pizza. Playing Games Since: 1991 Favorite Genres: RPGs, JRPGs, Strategy,