Your past relations with Balliol and David II lend you weight within the English political community. You want complete independence. Change your loyalties, turn to Edward III of England. You promise him armies if he joins you in double-crossing David II.
This is not advised. All leaders recognise the strategic importance of the west. You may lose your life in attempting to break free.
You marry Robert's daughter Margaret. This is a strategic political alliance. Robert is a follower of his grandfather Robert the Bruce's cause. He recognises the importance of the Gaelic community. This alliance could be beneficial in the future.
Which card will you play?