Phantagonist’s Xiang Yu (Hegemon-King of Western Chu)

Harness the Might of Xiang Yu in Civilization VI

Prepare to rewrite the history of Sid Meier’s Civilization VI with the addition of a formidable new leader: Xiang Yu, the Hegemon-King of Western Chu. This mod introduces a truly unique playstyle, centered around the unparalleled martial prowess of Xiang Yu himself. Forget the conventional recruitment of Great Generals; this mod places Xiang Yu directly onto the battlefield from the outset, ready to lead your armies to glory.

Commanding the Hegemon-King

Xiang Yu’s core ability, “Hegemon-King of Western Chu,” fundamentally alters your approach to military leadership. Upon settling your first city, Xiang Yu appears, a potent force from the very beginning. His strength is dynamic, scaling with the strongest unit your cities have produced, ensuring he remains a relevant threat throughout the game. Furthermore, you can choose to consume valuable Governor titles to further empower Xiang Yu, unlocking devastating new capabilities.

Unleashing Godlike Valor

Xiang Yu’s agenda, “Godlike Valor,” rewards aggressive play. He favors civilizations that focus on military conquest and show disdain for those who prioritize peaceful development while neglecting the recruitment of Great People. This makes him an ideal choice for players who relish in expanding their empire through conflict and demonstrating their dominance on the world stage.

Xiang Yu’s Empowerments and Abilities

The true depth of this mod lies in the progressive empowerment of Xiang Yu. By spending Governor titles, you can unlock a series of potent upgrades:

* **Base Ability: Lift the Tripod:** Xiang Yu gains significant combat bonuses when attacking, escalating with each promotion he earns.
* **Tier-I Abilities:** Choose between enhanced mobility with “Ride the Wuzhui,” allowing him to traverse the map with ease and ignore terrain penalties, or bolster nearby allies with “Sink the Ships,” granting them increased movement.
* **Tier-II Abilities:** Further refine his combat effectiveness with “Crush the Ranks,” preventing combat penalties when damaged and pushing back enemy units, or amplify the offensive power of your surrounding land units with “Break the Cauldrons.”
* **Ultimate Ability: Pluck Up the Mountains:** A truly game-changing ability that allows Xiang Yu to attack multiple times per turn, provided he has the movement points to do so.

This mod requires the Gathering Storm and Rise and Fall expansions for Sid Meier’s Civilization VI.