Sukritact’s Swahili: Al-Hasan ibn Sulaiman

Explore the Swahili Coast with Al-Hasan ibn Sulaiman in Civilization VI

Immerse yourself in the rich history of East Africa with this new Civilization VI mod, introducing the Swahili civilization led by the illustrious Sultan Al-Hasan ibn Sulaiman. This mod brings a unique playstyle focused on coastal development, trade, and the patronage of Great People, offering a fresh strategic challenge for seasoned players.

The Swahili: Masters of the Coast

The Swahili people, known as the “shore people,” established a vibrant culture along the East African coastline for centuries. Their civilization in Sid Meier’s Civilization VI is defined by their mastery of maritime trade and urban planning.

Key features of the Swahili civilization include:

• **Coral Construction (Unique Ability):** Gain significant adjacency bonuses for Districts built in coastal cities, especially from the City Center and Harbors. Additionally, harness the power of Reefs for +2 Production.
• **Jahazi (Unique Unit):** This naval support unit enhances your embarked units, allowing them to ignore terrain movement costs and gain extra Movement. The Jahazi also possesses unique charges to build specialized Fishing Boats that yield substantial Production and Gold.
• **Pillar Tomb (Unique Building):** Replacing the Monument, the Pillar Tomb offers a cost-effective way to boost Culture and Loyalty. It also generates extra Gold and Culture from International Trade Routes based on the proximity of your city’s Districts to the City Centre.

Al-Hasan ibn Sulaiman: The Generous Sultan

Leading the Swahili is Al-Hasan ibn Sulaiman, a ruler renowned for his generosity and ambitious building projects. His leadership abilities are designed to bolster your empire’s economic and cultural prowess.

• **Palace of Husuni Kubwa (Leader Ability):** Harbors adjacent to World Wonders grant additional Trade Route Capacity. Furthermore, sponsoring Great People becomes more economical, costing 20% less Gold.
• **Father of Gifts (Agenda):** Al-Hasan ibn Sulaiman admires civilizations that invest in developing their cities and actively pursue Great People. He frowns upon those who compete for Great People without similar developmental focus.

This mod provides a deeply thematic and strategically engaging experience, allowing you to recreate the historical prosperity of the Swahili Coast within your Sid Meier’s Civilization VI campaigns.