Bavaria led by Ludwig II is a custom civilization by JFD and Janboruta, with contributions from Leugi and Viregel.
This mod requires Brave New World.
Overview[]
Bavaria[]
Located in the heart of Europe, the Kingdom of Bavaria has a history spanning just over a century, from one of the largest regions in the German Confederacy to forming an integral part of Germany’s cultural and political regions. Born out of the political turmoil that Napoleon left in central Europe, Bavaria was able to claim itself as an independent nation soon after the Napoleonic Wars. Bavaria’s first monarch was Maximilian Joseph I, who was able to steer this nation so that subsequent monarchs would be able to govern effectively over Bavaria’s expanse. For most of the 19th century, a Bavarian culture was created by the rich fairytale-like endeavours that monarchs, Ludwig II in particular, undertook in the form of castles. With a beautiful winter landscape, Bavaria was, and still is a fantastic location for any form of romanticism. After the First World War, Bavaria ceased to exist as a nation and instead as a region of Germany, but the Bavarian culture remains strong to this day.
Ludwig II[]
One of the most interesting and eccentric monarchs in history, King Ludwig II, nicknamed the “Fairytale King”, was noted for his policies of grandeur within Bavaria. Ludwig came to the throne aged only 18, but subsequently aimed to make his kingdom stand out as a true cultural powerhouse. During his reign, Bavaria fell into political turmoil; it was effectively annexed by Prussia, and later its successor, Germany. However, Ludwig was able to use this to his advantage, and pursued a cultural revival in Bavaria, as he could ignore state affairs to a large extent. With the creation of two palaces in his realm, Ludwig was noted for his intense patronage of the arts; after Richard Wagner’s performances moved him, Ludwig commissioned Neuschwanstein as homage to Wagner, and as a personal retreat. He leaves a legacy as one of Bavaria’s greatest monarchs, despite what critics would describe as a madness - he is still revered as a fantastic leader by many Bavarians today.
Dawn of Man[]
Glory and nobility to you, fabled King of Bavaria, Ludwig II. Acceding at the age of 18, you would oversee the loss of Bavarian sovereignty to the German unification, yet your reign would one of lasting significance. A King beloved by his people, and a Kingdom idealised in his dreams, your lasting legacy would be your enduring love of beauty and art. The opulent castles of Neuschwanstein and Linderhoff, and your endearing patronage of the operas of Richard Wagner, still stand as testimony to an age of fantasy and fairy tales now lost, and assert the independence of the Bavarian identity of which you epitomized.
Art by Janboruta
Great and visionary Prince, the Bavarian Kingdom stands barren of the culture and magnificence that once adorned it. Can you raise great monuments and wonders to the glory of these lands? Can you inspire works of great renown and beauty to strengthen the character of the Bavarian nation? Can you build a civilization that can stand the test of time?
Introduction: Ahem. I am Ludwig II, King of Bavaria. I assure you, you sleep not. You have stumbled upon a dream, yes - no, a fantasy; a paradise unrivalled on all the earth - but it is a fantasy of mine into which you step. My dream in which I hope you'll stay a while.
Introduction: You made it. I am Ludwig II, King of Bavaria. Take in, for a moment, the fresh, alpine air, and if you will, listen to the silence around us.
Defeat: I shall now retreat to one of my great sanctums for good.
Unique Attributes[]
Bavaria (Ludwig II)
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 Art by Janboruta
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  Art by Janboruta
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  Art by Leugi
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City List
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Spy List
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Music[]
| Peace Theme | War Theme |
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 Kingdom of Bavaria - Ludwig II Peace |
 Kingdom of Bavaria - Ludwig II War |
| "A Beautiful Day" by Pierre Langer and Tilman Sillescu. | "Peer Gynt's Homecoming" by Edvard Grieg. |
Mod Support[]
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Additional Achievements
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Ethnic Units/R.E.D.
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Map Labels
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Unique Cultural Influence
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No |
YnAEMP
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Yes |
Full Credits List[]
| Dropbox Download | |
| Steam Workshop | |
| Latest Version: | v 4 |
| Last Updated: | November 2024 |
- JFD: Author
- Janboruta: Artwork, Research (City-List)
- Leugi: Graphics (Schloss UI)
- Viregel: Research (Civilopedia)
- Pierre Langer and Tilman Sillescu: Peace Theme
- Edvard Grieg: War Theme