China led by Wu Zetian is a civilization available in vanilla Civilization V. It does not require any DLC.
Using JFD's Han (Wu) renames Wu Zetian's China to Tang and replaces the Paper Maker with a new unique building.
Overview[]
China[]
Summarizing the rich history of China in several paragraphs is a daunting task indeed. China is a civilization spanning some six thousand years and comprising a large fraction of humanity. There is evidence of man's prehistoric ancestors living in China some two million years ago, and modern man has lived in the area for at least 18,000 years, possibly much longer.
Wu Zetian[]
Like most civilizations, China has been male-dominated throughout much of its history. Until very recently, women were afforded few rights, and direct power was all but totally denied to them. For a woman to attain the rank of Emperor, to become the most powerful person in China, was almost unheard of. Only one person in the entirety of Chinese history was able to do so. That person was Wu Zetian, one of the most remarkable rulers - female or male - the world has ever seen.
Dawn of Man[]
Art by Firaxis
The Blessings of Heaven be upon you. Empress Wu Zetian, most beautiful and haughty ruler of China! Oh great Empress, whose shadow causes the flowers to blossom and the rivers to flow! You are the leader of the Chinese, the oldest and the greatest civilization that humanity has ever produced. China's history stretches back into the mists of time, its people achieving many great things long before the other upstart civilizations were even conceived. China's contributions to the arts and sciences are too many and too wondrous to do justice to - the printing press, gunpowder, the works of Confucius - these are but a few of the gifts China has given to an undeserving world!
You, great Queen, who, with cunning and beauty, rose from the position of lowly concubine to that of Divine Empress - your people call out to you to lead them! Great China is once again beset on all sides by barbarians. Can you defeat all your many foes and return your country to greatness? Can you build a civilization to stand the test of time?
Introduction (Audio): Greetings, I am Empress Wu Zetian. China desires peace and development. You leave us alone, we'll leave you alone. (你好，我是女皇帝武則天。中國追求和平以謀求自身發展。人不犯我，我不犯人。)
Introduction (Audio): Greetings, I am the Empress Wu Zetian. China seeks peace to pursue its own development. Leave us alone and we shall do the same for you.
Defeat (Audio): You have proven to be a cunning and competent adversary. I congratulate you on your victory. (你已經證明了你是一個狡猾稱職的對手。我為你的勝利祝賀。)
Defeat (Tezx): You have proven yourself a cunning and worthy adversary. I commend you on your victory.
Unique Attributes[]
China (Wu Zetian)
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 Art by Firaxis The combat bonus acquired from |
  Art by Firaxis
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Music[]
Tang led by Wu Zetian is a civilization available in Wu's Han.
Overview[]
Tang Dynasty[]
The Tang dynasty or the Tang Empire was an imperial dynasty of China preceded by the Sui dynasty and followed by the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period. It is generally regarded as a high point in Chinese civilization, and a golden age of cosmopolitan culture. Its territory, acquired through the military campaigns of its early rulers, rivaled that of the Han dynasty, and the Tang capital at Chang'an (present-day Xi'an) was the most populous city in the world.[NEWLINE][NEWLINE]The dynasty was founded by the Lǐ family, who seized power during the decline and collapse of the Sui Empire. The dynasty was briefly interrupted when Empress Wu Zetian seized the throne, proclaiming the Second Zhou dynasty (690–705) and becoming the only Chinese empress regnant. In two censuses of the 7th and 8th centuries, the Tang records estimated the population by number of registered households at about 50 million people. Yet, even when the central government was breaking down and unable to compile an accurate census of the population in the 9th century, it is estimated that the population had grown by then to about 80 million people. With its large population base, the dynasty was able to raise professional and conscripted armies of hundreds of thousands of troops to contend with nomadic powers in dominating Inner Asia and the lucrative trade routes along the Silk Road. Various kingdoms and states paid tribute to the Tang court, while the Tang also conquered or subdued several regions which it indirectly controlled through a protectorate system. Besides political hegemony, the Tang also exerted a powerful cultural influence over neighboring East Asian states such as those in Japan and Korea as well as Vietnam.
The Tang dynasty was largely a period of progress and stability in the first half of the dynasty's rule, until the An Lushan Rebellion and the decline of central authority in the later half of the dynasty. Like the previous Sui dynasty, the Tang dynasty maintained a civil service system by recruiting scholar-officials through standardized examinations and recommendations to office. This civil order was undermined by the rise of regional military governors known as jiedushi during the 9th century. Chinese culture flourished and further matured during the Tang era; it is considered the greatest age for Chinese poetry. Two of China's most famous poets, Li Bai and Du Fu, belonged to this age, as did many famous painters such as Han Gan, Zhang Xuan, and Zhou Fang. There was a rich variety of historical literature compiled by scholars, as well as encyclopedias and geographical works. The adoption of the title Tängri Qaghan by the Tang Emperor Taizong in addition to his title as emperor was eastern Asia's first "simultaneous kingship".
There were many notable innovations during the Tang, including the development of woodblock printing. Buddhism became a major influence in Chinese culture, with native Chinese sects gaining prominence. However, Buddhism would later be persecuted by the state, subsequently declining in influence. Although the dynasty and central government were in decline by the 9th century, art and culture continued to flourish. The weakened central government largely withdrew from managing the economy, though the country's mercantile affairs stayed intact and commercial trade continued to thrive regardless, at least until agrarian rebellions in the latter half of the 9th century brought the dynasty to its knees, resulting in damaging atrocities such as the Guangzhou Massacre.
Wu Zetian[]
Like most civilizations, China has been male-dominated throughout much of its history. Until very recently, women were afforded few rights, and direct power was all but totally denied to them. For a woman to attain the rank of Emperor, to become the most powerful person in China, was almost unheard of. Only one person in the entirety of Chinese history was able to do so. That person was Wu Zetian, one of the most remarkable rulers - female or male - the world has ever seen.
Dawn of Man[]
Art by Firaxis
The Blessings of Heaven be upon you. Empress Wu Zetian, most beautiful and haughty ruler of China! Oh great Empress, whose shadow causes the flowers to blossom and the rivers to flow! You are the leader of the Chinese, the oldest and the greatest civilization that humanity has ever produced. China's history stretches back into the mists of time, its people achieving many great things long before the other upstart civilizations were even conceived. China's contributions to the arts and sciences are too many and too wondrous to do justice to - the printing press, gunpowder, the works of Confucius - these are but a few of the gifts China has given to an undeserving world!
You, great Queen, who, with cunning and beauty, rose from the position of lowly concubine to that of Divine Empress - your people call out to you to lead them! Great China is once again beset on all sides by barbarians. Can you defeat all your many foes and return your country to greatness? Can you build a civilization to stand the test of time?
Introduction (Audio): Greetings, I am Empress Wu Zetian. China desires peace and development. You leave us alone, we'll leave you alone. (你好，我是女皇帝武則天。中國追求和平以謀求自身發展。人不犯我，我不犯人。)
Introduction (Audio): Greetings, I am the Empress Wu Zetian. China seeks peace to pursue its own development. Leave us alone and we shall do the same for you.
Defeat (Audio): You have proven to be a cunning and competent adversary. I congratulate you on your victory. (你已經證明了你是一個狡猾稱職的對手。我為你的勝利祝賀。)
Defeat (Tezx): You have proven yourself a cunning and worthy adversary. I commend you on your victory.
Unique Attributes[]
Tang (Wu Zetian)
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  Art by Antagonise
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Spy List
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Music[]
Mod Support[]
Events and Decisions[]
Establish the Imperial Exams[]
For many centuries, the bureaucracy has been dominated by commanders of war. But in order for China to be truly united under Heaven, the bureaucracy must be re-created in an image of cultural unity. Let us establish the imperial examinations, and elevate those who know our culture best to the highest of offices.
Requirement/Restrictions:
- Player must be China
- May only be enacted from the beginning of the Classical Era
- May only be enacted once per game
Costs:
- 600
Gold - 2 Magistrates
Rewards:
- Build Paper Makers in half the usual time
- +1 Culture from Paper Makers and Universities
Create the Fubing System[]
China is a vast land, and demands a vast army to defend it. But without good, professional soldiers, we must turn to the men of the soil for this service. It is the duty of every able-bodied man to serve their celestial empire, and so it shall be their duty for report to its service at least two months in a year.
Requirement/Restrictions:
- Player must be China
- Player must have a Great General in the Capital
- Player must have at least 5 Infantry Units
- May only be enacted from the beginning of the Classical Era
- May only be enacted once per game
Costs:
- The Great General is disbanded
- 400 Gold
- 1 Magistrates
Rewards:
- +25% Production when training Archery and Melee Units
- -10% Unit Gold maintenance costs
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Unique Cultural Influence[]
"Our people are now buying your porcelain and watching your wuxia movies. I worry the rest of the world will also succumb to the influence of your culture."
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