Total War SHOGUN 2 Complete Edition Chosokabe Campaign: Strategy for Tosa and Shikoku

The Total War SHOGUN 2 Complete Edition Chosokabe campaign is a sensible way to learn the Sengoku period, because the clan starts with a clear home region and a focused set of strengths. The Chosokabe are one of the major Sengoku clans, and the original game's Feral manual points new players to a Chosokabe Campaign Tutorial. This guide to the Total War SHOGUN 2 Complete Edition Chosokabe campaign covers the clan, the opening priorities and how to expand without losing control of your territory.

Community knowledge about the clan is consistent. The Chosokabe hold Tosa on Shikoku, and their strengths lie in archery and farming. Build your plan around those two strengths and the rules of the campaign map, and you will avoid most of the early mistakes new players make.

Who the Chosokabe Are

The Chosokabe are based in Tosa, on the island of Shikoku. Their identity leans toward archery and farming, which means their early army can be strong at range, and their economy can support steady growth if you protect it. This focus makes them a useful clan for learning how bows and matchlocks work together with the rest of your army.

Because the clan starts in a defined region, you do not need to worry about every neighbour at once. Focus on your home region, then widen your reach as your economy and army become stable.

Opening Priorities

The first decisions matter most in this campaign. Work through the priorities below in order, and check the overlays on the campaign map as you go.

Community advice is to secure your home region before expanding, keep food positive before upgrading castles, and build trade and markets for income. Do not rush toward Kyoto before your clan can survive the pressure of Realm Divide.

Archers and Battle Tactics

Archery is the Chosokabe's signature. Use archers to soften enemy lines before melee begins, and keep them behind a line of spearmen. Yari units counter cavalry, so a spear line protects your archers from mounted attacks, while cavalry is most useful on the flanks where it can strike archers and exposed units.

Matchlocks suffer in rain, so check the weather before you commit gunpowder units to a fight. Keep your generals close to the line, because they rally nearby troops when a battle turns against you. The Complete Edition's modern controls make these small adjustments easier, since you can move units with Alt and left-click drag and rotate lines with Ctrl, Alt and left-click drag.

Expanding Without Losing Control

Expansion should follow stability. Use the Realm Divide slider to choose how much pressure you want, since the original behaviour, a harder setting and turning it off are all available. Growing too powerful will trigger Realm Divide, when other clans turn against you, so widen your territory in steps rather than all at once.

Diplomacy helps you manage that pace. Quick Deal shows how likely each faction is to accept each type of deal, which is useful when you want peace with a neighbour before you fight. For a broader overview of how these systems fit together, read the gameplay guide, and once you have finished one campaign, try the Takeda campaign guide for a cavalry-focused clan.

For the official feature list, see the official Total War SHOGUN 2 Complete Edition site.

Milestones to Aim For

Instead of counting turns, track these milestones. Each one shows that your Total War SHOGUN 2 Complete Edition Chosokabe campaign is on a stable path.

1. Your home region is secure, and nearby threats are handled before you push outward.
2. Food is positive across your settlements, and you no longer rely on emergency measures.
3. Trade and markets feed your income, so you can pay for new units without draining the treasury.
4. Your archers and spearmen work together in battle, with cavalry ready for the flanks.
5. You have tested diplomacy with at least one neighbour, using Quick Deal to see which offers they accept.
6. Realm Divide is set to the option you chose, and your clan can survive its pressure before you aim for Kyoto.

When these milestones are met, widen your campaign. If they slip, return to your home region and fix the basics before you push on. This pacing matters more than any single battle, and it is the habit that carries best into the rest of the Complete Edition. The Chosokabe campaign rewards patience, so there is no need to hurry toward the capital.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the Chosokabe campaign good for beginners?

It is a sensible first campaign because the clan starts in a defined home region and the original game includes a tutorial for it. The official sources do not rank clans by difficulty, so judge your progress by how secure your home region is.

Q: Which clan should I try after the Chosokabe?

The Takeda, with their cavalry focus in Kai, are a natural next step if you want to try a different style. The Shimazu, with their katana samurai and loyal generals in Satsuma, are another option.

Q: Is the Chosokabe clan part of the Complete Edition?

Yes. The Chosokabe are a major Sengoku clan, and the Sengoku campaign is the core SHOGUN 2 experience included in the Complete Edition.