The Khmers (Suryavarman II) (DJSHenninger)

Khmer Empire
Map by DJSHenninger
Leader	Suryvarman II
Capital	Angkor Thom
Religion	Shaivism
Culture	Mandala
Government	Monarchy
Start Bias	Jungle
Traits	Aggressive, Cultural

The Khmers led by Suryavarman II is a custom civilization by DJSHenninger, with (indirect) contributions from Ekmek, FramedArchitecture, Horem, JFD, LastSword and Whoward69.

Overview:

The Khmers

The Khmer Empire was a major power in Southeast Asia for centuries. This Hindu-Buddhist empire, which grew out of the former Kingdom of Funan and Chenla, at times ruled over and/or vassalized most of mainland Southeast Asia, parts of modern-day Laos, Thailand, and southern Vietnam.

Suryavarman II

Suryavarman II rose to power during a period of anarchy in the empire. Regarded by historians as one of the greatest khmer emperors ever, he successfully defeated a rival claimant to the throne and managed to gain the throne from his uncle, who was a weak ruler. Enthroned in 1113 AD, his reign was known for the large number of military campaigns and building projects, most notably the famous Angkor Wat.

In this mod, Suryavarman II leads a growth-based Khmer Empire. He tends to focus on growth, expansion and culture.

Leaderscene by DJSHenninger

Dawn of Man

King Suryavarman II, Great Builder of the Angkor Wat! You are regarded as one of the greatest kings of the Khmer empire in history! You innovated the arts and architecture of the Khmer empire. You united and expanded the empire and built one of the most magnificent temple complexes! Not only Angkor Wat, but you are also responsible for other great temple complexes. Your legacy is unforgettable!

Your people need you once more! Lead them to glory and fame! Only you are capable of fulfilling such a hard task. Can you conquer your enemies, build a mighty civilization and enrich your people? Can you build a civilization to stand the test of time?

Introduction: "Good evening. Have you come here to witness our grand structures dedicated to Vishnu?"

Introduction: "You have entered the Khmer Empire. We've only just met, but I can already tell that you are an interesting individual."

Defeat: "How could one possibly be greater than a God-King?"

Defeat: "May Vishnu's Wrath engulf you into despair!"

Strategy:

The Khmer Empire led by Suryvarman II is a versatile civilization, with the ability to create a unique landscape through its unique improvement and ability. It is also quite dependent on the landscape. The unique improvement may only be built on Jungle, while the bonus resources from the trait may only be gained if building farms on fresh water tiles. Settle your cities near these two landscape features. National Wonders may grant Khlons, and are automatically produced by working farms and plantations. Khlons may boost Food during Golden Ages. Because they also boost food when adjacent to a City, you can give one City a massive Food boost. The Khlons are also militaristic, as they boost military unit production, based on number of worked farms and plantations. These two improvements are vital to this civilization, as well as fresh water and jungle tiles. The Temple Mountain generates Golden Age Points, therefore granting Khlons the chance to boost Food more often.

There is a 25% chance that a farm with access to Fresh Water will turn into a Rice (3/5th chance), Coconut (1/5th chance) or Mango (1/5th chance) bonus resource. All three yield +1 Food, and an extra +1 Food if the working City has a Granary. The latter two resources also grant +1 Culture.

National Wonder Production contribution stands at 2% per farm/plantation per turn, through randomized which National Wonder gets the Production bonus. It only applies to National Wonders that may be built.

Unique Attributes:

The Khmers (Suryavarman II)
Paramavishnuloka Fresh Water Farms have a chance to turn into a Rice, Coconut or Mango Plantation when constructed. Worked Farms and Plantations automatically contribute Production towards National Wonders.
Temple Mountain May only be built on flat Jungle tiles. +1 Food and Culture. +1 Production after Machinery. Generates 1 to 2 Golden Age Points per turn. Takes longer to construct.
Khlon (Great General) Khlons stationed in Cities increase military land unit Production based on the number of worked Farms and Plantations in that City (max. 30%). During Golden Ages, Khlons stationed in or adjacent Cities boost Food by 15%. A National Wonder has a chance (50%) to provide a free Khlon when constructed.

Mod Support:

Mod Support
Civ IV Traits	Yes
Community Balance Patch	No
Cultural Diversity	Yes
Ethnic Units	Yes
Events & Decisions	Yes
Exploration Continued Expanded	Yes
Map Labels	Yes
Piety & Prestige	Yes
Unique Cultural Influence	Yes
Wish for the World	No
YnAEMP	Yes
Civilization Appropriate Great General and Admiral Names	Yes

Events & Decisions

Enthronement Ceremony

To solidify your claim to the throne, we recommend seeking the help of Divakarapandita, an imporant Brahmin sage. This sage will then perform the necessary ceremony. We should have him embark on a tour through the empire to spread this important news, notifying the people of your successful attempt to restore order in the empire!

Requirements/Restrictions:

• Player must be The Khmers (Suryavarman II)
• May only be enacted from the beginning of the Medieval Era
• May only be enacted once per game

Costs:

• 75 Faith
• 400 Gold
• 1 Magistrates

Rewards:

• Workers construct Improvements 25% faster
• Gain Golden Age Points (scales with number of citizens in the Capital)

Dedicate temples to Vishnu

The people should be informed of your decision to make Vishnu the focus of our religion. Other than spreading the word, we should elaborately convert as many temples as possible by creating new bas reliefs on them, depicting Vishnu.

Requirements/Restrictions:

• Player must be The Khmers (Suryavarman II)
• May only be enacted from the beginning of the Medieval Era
• May only be enacted once per game

Costs:

• 500 Gold
• 2 Magistrates

Rewards:

• Cities with Temples produce +10% Culture
• Temple Mountains yield +1 Culture

Royal Slaughter

A member of the royal family has reportedly slaughtered a number of civilians! There are indeed multiple witnesses.

Option 1: There is no choice but to execute this murderer.

• -5% Unhappiness from Citizens in non-occupied cities.

Religious Artisans

Certain artisans have requested to depict you on the new temple-mountain! However, whether any of your predecessors have ever done this, remains unknown.

Option 1: Yes, the people will know who I am.

• A We Love the King Day starts in the Capital.

Option 2: No, I will honor the ways of my predecessors.

• +10% Great People Generation in the Capital.

Exploration Continued Expanded

Colonies
Nakhon Si Thammarat
Chaiya
Wiang Chan
Lavapura
Nakhon Pathom
U Thong
Ratchaburi
Phetchaburi
Vijaya

Unique Cultural Influence

"Our people are now building your temple mountains and wearing your sampots. I worry the rest of the world will also succumb to the influence of your culture."

Civilization Appropriate General and Admiral Names

Great General Names	Great Admiral Names
Vidyanandana
Jayavarman II
Jayavarman VII
Rajendravarman II
Sangrama
Suryavarman I
Yasovarman I

Full Credits List

• Ekmek: UI graphics
• FramedArchitecture: Rice Graphics, resources.sql
• Horem: Coconut and Mango graphics
• JFD: JFD's Bohemia & Khazar Khaganate lua used for this mod
• LastSword: National Wonder automatic Production lua
• LITE: Safavids lua used for this mod
• Whoward69: PlotIterators.lua