Ireland (Brian Boru)

The High Kingdom of Ireland

Map by Viregel
Leader	Brian Boru
Capital	Dublin
Religion	Catholicism
Government	Monarchy
Culture	Northern
Traits	Charismatic, Financial
Civilopedia

Ireland led by Brian Boru is a custom civilization by JFD and Janboruta, with contributions from Viregel.

This mod requires Brave New World, and works best with Gazebo's Community Patch.

Overview

Ireland

Ireland is an island in the North Atlantic; the second largest in the British Isles. Politically, it is divided between the Republic of Ireland, which covers five-sixths of the island, and Northern Ireland, which is part of the United Kingdom, in the northeast of the island. Irish culture has had a significant influence on other cultures, especially in the fields of literature. Alongside mainstream Western culture, a strong indigenous culture exists, as expressed through Gaelic games, Irish music, and the Irish language.

Brian Boru

Brian Boru was an Irish king who ended the domination of the High Kingship of Ireland by the Uí Néill. Building on the achievements of his father, Cennétig mac Lorcain, and especially his elder brother, Mathgamain, Brian first made himself King of Munster, then subjugated Leinster, eventually becoming King of Ireland. He was the founder of the O'Brien dynasty.

Dawn of Man

"Good blessings to you, Brian Boru, High King of Ireland. Ireland is a bountiful land of song and drink. Overseen by meek lords, you rose to claim the High Kingship, submitting the isles and her hundred kings to your sovereignty. A patron of the Church and the monasteries, you secured your throne both in blood and in faith, and set the stage for your final battle and the successful repulsion of the viking invaders.

The bards await your next great deed, O' legendary High King, Brian Boru. Can you bring glory and inspiration to their verses? Can you secure your dominion through alliance and conquest? Can you build a civilization that stands the test of time?"

Introduction: "Ahah! Welcome to my kingdom! I am Brian Boru. What do they call you?"

Introduction: "This is Ireland! I hope you handle your drink well, because tonight we feast in celebration of our new friendship!"

Defeat: "The bards will sing songs about this battle. I may have lost! But Ireland will be preserved in verse!"

Defeat: "I need a drink..."

Unique Attributes

Ireland (Brian Boru)
Book of Armagh Gain Influence with City-States when capturing cities (more with Religious and Militaristic). Your choice of Great Work slot upon capturing a Capital.
Art by Janboruta Fili (Great Writer) Produces unique Great Works of Writing, which yield +2 Great Musician Points per turn. Receive a free Fili with each Great General spawned.
Art by Janboruta Kern (Longswordsman). Unlocks at Civil Service. Does not require Iron. -5 Combat Strength. May use enemy roads. +15% XP from combat when surrounded by two or more enemies.

Strategy

Music

Peace Theme	War Theme
Crusader Kings II Soundtrack - The forest	Mount and Blade- Warband - Viking Conquest Reforged Soundtrack (Nordic Orchestra)
"The Forest" from the soundtrack of Crusader Kings II.	"Viking Conquest Reforged (Celtic)" from the soundtrack of Mount and Blade: Warband.

Mod Support

Mod Support
Cities in Development	Yes
Civ IV Traits	Yes
Community Balance Patch	Yes
Cultural Diversity	Yes
Enlightenment Era	Yes
Ethnic Units	Yes
Events and Decisions	Yes
ExCE	Yes
Historical Religions	Yes
Map Labels	Yes
Mercenaries	Yes
Rise to Power	Yes
True Alternative Leaders	Yes
Unique Cultural Influence	Yes
Wish for the World	Yes
YnAEMP	Yes

Events and Decisions

Appoint the Chief Ollam

It is the duty of the ruling lord to recognize the significance of the Fili within our society. We therefore create the office of the Chief Ollam to see that the excellence of their caste is upheld.

Requirements/Restrictions:

Player must be Ireland.
Must have a Fili stationed in the Capital.
May only be enacted from the beginning of the Medieval Era.
May only be enacted once per game.

Costs:

The Fili is expended.
200 Culture.
1 Magistrate.

Rewards:

Great Works of Writing also generate points toward Great Merchants/Magistrates^{^[1]}.

Restore the Monasteries

The faithful scholars that have succumb to our bloody conquests should not go uncompensated. Let us use our newfound fortunes to the good of the Monasteries.