Ireland – Michael Collins
Ireland Marches into Civilization VI with the Michael Collins Mod
Prepare to rewrite history as the Emerald Isle makes its grand entrance into Sid Meier’s Civilization VI, thanks to the comprehensive “Ireland – Michael Collins” mod. This meticulously crafted addition introduces Ireland as a fully playable civilization, led by the formidable figure of Michael Collins, a pivotal leader in Ireland’s fight for independence and modernization.
Embrace the Spirit of the Emerald Isle
This mod beautifully captures Ireland’s rich cultural heritage and its journey towards self-determination. From its stunning landscapes to its resilient spirit, every aspect has been thoughtfully integrated into the gameplay mechanics of Civilization VI.
Unique Abilities and Strengths
Under Michael Collins’s leadership, Ireland boasts a suite of powerful abilities designed to foster growth, culture, and territorial dominance.
Emerald Isle: Civilization Ability
* **Riverdance:** Farms situated next to Rivers or Coastlines are significantly boosted, providing an impressive +2 Food. Furthermore, tiles with Charming or higher Appeal will yield an additional +2 Culture, encouraging strategic city placement and landscape preservation.
* **Celtic Tiger:** International Trade Routes become a lucrative engine for growth, offering a substantial +4 Gold and +2 Production. These bonuses are amplified, doubling their effect once you reach the Modern Era, making global trade a cornerstone of Irish prosperity.
* **Teachings of Saint Patrick:** Religious fervor is translated directly into cultural influence, with Holy Sites generating Culture equivalent to their Faith adjacency bonus.
Founder of the Free State: Leader Ability
Michael Collins’s leadership acumen is reflected in his personal abilities:
* **Asymmetric Guerrilla Warfare:** All land combat units under your command gain enhanced mobility and reconnaissance with +1 Movement and +1 Sight, enabling swift and decisive tactical maneuvers.
* **Scars of Civil War:** Maintaining a strong presence in your cities is rewarded with a significant +3 Loyalty per turn for cities containing a garrisoned unit. This bonus is further bolstered by an additional +2 Loyalty per turn if the city also has an established Governor, ensuring stability and preventing unwanted uprisings.
The Irish Republican Army: A Unique Force
The mod also introduces the Irish Republican Army, a unique Modern Era melee unit that stands in for the standard Infantry. This formidable unit possesses 80 base Combat Strength, can be produced at half the Production cost of regular Infantry, and crucially, requires no Oil. Enhanced by the “Asymmetric Guerrilla Warfare” ability, it gains further +1 Movement and +1 Sight. A truly remarkable feature is its ability to heal 20 HP after defeating an enemy unit and continue its movement if any remains, making it a persistent and dangerous threat on the battlefield.
This extensive mod includes custom artwork, icons, a loading screen, full localization in English and Simplified Chinese, custom diplomacy text, a unique agenda, expanded Civilopedia entries, and a curated list of Irish cities. Please note that this mod requires the Gathering Storm expansion to function.