Byzantium led by Michael VIII is a custom civilization by JFD and Janboruta, with contributions from DarthKyofu and DJSHenninger.
This mod requires Brave New World.
Overview[]
Byzantium[]
Existing for more than 1,000 years, the Byzantine Empire, centered in the legendary city of Constantinople, was initially formed as the eastern seat of power for the mighty Roman Empire. Located along the trade routes connecting Europe to Asia, Constantinople grew to become the primary trade hub in the region, flourishing despite the conflicts that led to the decline of Rome in the west. Inspired by a number of memorable rulers, the Byzantine Empire was also a source of great cultural growth along the eastern Mediterranean, its affluence allowing for grand displays of art, architecture, science, and music.
Michael VIII[]
Michael VIII Palaeologus was Nicaean emperor and then Byzantine emperor, who in 1261 restored the Byzantine Empire to the Greeks after 57 years of Latin occupation and who founded the Palaeologan dynasty, the last and longest-lived of the empire’s ruling houses.
Dawn of Man[]
"Hail Michael Palaeologus, Emperor of Nicea and restorator of Byzantium. Having had fallen to the Fourth Crusade in 1204 AD, the Byzantine Empire of your youth had begun to fade into history. But guided by your lofty ambitions to recover Constantinople from the Latin Empire, your reign would mark the beginning of a new Imperial Dynasty. By 1261 AD, Constantinople was yours, and you would set about to build a new foundation upon which the Byzantine empire would stand as a beacon of civilization and strength for the two centuries to come.
Art by DarthKyofu
The noble Palaiologos dynasty is yours, O' great emperor, and with restoration comes the need to forge a new future. Can you re-build the empire through technology and diplomacy? Can you unite together faith and innovation? Can you build a civilization to stand the test of time?"
Introduction: "Hail commander. I am Michael Paelaeologus, ruler of Byzantium and restorator of her empire. May new alliances and fortune come of our meeting here today."
Defeat: "My dynasty may fall, but Constantinople shall not be yours for long."
Unique Attributes[]
Byzantium (Michael VIII)
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 Art by DarthKyofu Naval Combat Units receive a free Siege Promotion when upgraded. Captured cities have no |
  Art by Janboruta
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  Art by DarthKyofu
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City List
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Spy List
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Strategy[]
Music[]
| Peace Theme | War Theme |
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| "Knights of Jerusalem" from the soundtrack of Crusader Kings 3. | "Illness" from the soundtrack of Crusader Kings 3. |
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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Yes |
YnAEMP
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Yes |
Full Credits List[]
| Steam Workshop | |
| Latest Version: | v 1 |
| Last Updated: | 8 January 2022 |
- JFD: Author, Coding, Design, Research, Writing
- DarthKyofu: Art (Civ Icon; Map; Unique Building Icon)
- DJSHenninger: Research (Cities)
- Janboruta: Art (Unique Unit Icon)
- Whoward: Utilities (PlotIterators.lua)