STR’s Civs: Himyar (10 Years of Civ VI | Yemen of Antiquity)

STR’s Civs: Himyar (10 Years of Civ VI | Yemen of Antiquity)

Sid Meier’s Civilization VI
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Rule Ancient Yemen with the Himyar Civilization in Civilization VI

Step into the sands of antiquity and lead the prosperous Himyarite Kingdom in Sid Meier’s Civilization VI. This mod introduces Dhu Nuwas and the Himyar civilization, offering a unique strategic experience rooted in the rich history of southern Arabia. Discover the power of ancient trade routes, the fervor of religious influence, and the might of a kingdom that once commanded the lucrative incense trade.

Lead as Dhu Nuwas

As Dhu Nuwas, your leadership is intrinsically linked to your economic strength. The leader trait, “Gerey Sedek,” grants your military units a combat bonus that scales with the number of active Traders. This incentivizes a focus on establishing and protecting trade routes, turning your merchants into a direct source of military power. Dhu Nuwas’s agenda, “Persecution in the Name of Rahmanan,” makes him aggressive and distrustful of other civilizations, pushing you towards a more dominant playstyle.

The Himyarite Civilization

The Himyar civilization thrives on the fertile lands blessed by ancient irrigation and the bounty of the sea. Their unique “Incense Trade of the Erythraean Sea” trait provides an immediate luxury resource and enhances Plantations, granting extra Housing and Food. Crucially, it allows Plantations to be built on flat Desert tiles once Guilds are researched, opening up new development possibilities in arid landscapes. This civilization also boasts several alternative names, reflecting its historical connections and influence.

Key Features of the Himyar Civilization:

  • Leader: Dhu Nuwas, with a trait that empowers military units based on trade activity.
  • Civilization: Himyar, benefiting from enhanced Plantations and early access to Incense.
  • Unique Unit: The Yemenite Cavalry, a powerful Classical era Light Cavalry unit with unique promotions and bonuses that scale with eras.
  • Unique Building: The Dam Stelae, an upgrade to the Granary that boosts Food production and enhances Dam construction.

Mighty Yemenite Cavalry and Strategic Dam Stelae

The Himyar possess the Yemenite Cavalry, a distinct Classical era Light Cavalry unit that begins with a free promotion. While it cannot gain experience or be upgraded into an Army or Corps, its combat strength increases with each new era, making it a formidable force throughout the early and mid-game. Their unique promotion tree further refines their battlefield role, offering bonuses to flanking, movement in enemy territory, and vision.

Complementing their military is the Dam Stelae, an upgrade for the Granary. This building not only provides additional Food but also grants a production bonus towards Dams and increases Food yields on tiles with fresh water, encouraging the development of vital infrastructure and agricultural expansion. Embrace the legacy of Himyar and carve your empire’s destiny in Civilization VI.

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