The desperation of the major powers to influence the remaining minor states has led to several states declaring neutrality and others remaining as such.

After spearheading the attack on Lithuania, in support of the Scandinavians' grand strategy, Livonia declares neutrality after an Austrian diplomatic effort, demanding Livonia to end its allegiance with Scandinavia, proves successful. Livonian army, however, holds its position in Lithuania.

In a similar reversal, Saxony breaks its ties with Austria, declares neutrality as Protestant factions take hold.

In a major turn in events, Westphalia, staunchly allied with Spain since the start of the war, has now entered into an alliance with England, offering complete support of military advances.