Kuwait (Mubarak al-Sabah)

Kuwait
Map by ExplosiveWatermelon
Leader	Mubarak al-Sabah
Capital	Kuwait
Start Bias	Coast
Religion	Islam Sunni (HR)
Civilopedia

Kuwait led by Mubarak al-Sabah is a custom civilization mod by ExplosiveWatermelon, with contributions from Leugi.

Overview

Kuwait

Kuwait, officially the State of Kuwait, is one of the Arabic nations along the Persian gulf. Ruled by the House of al-Sabah, it first gained independence from the Ottomans under Mubarak al-Sabah's guidance, only to then be put under a protectorate status by the British. Partly because of this, Kuwait grew prosperous under the reign of Mubarak al-Sabah. Although Mubarak had supported the British, his successor would later support the Ottomans, especially during World War I. During Salim's reign, Kuwait entered into many conflicts, and during the post-war depression Kuwait's status greatly deteriorated. Further, while pearling was a historic source of Kuwait's wealth, Japan had figured out a way to cultivate pearls, greatly hindering Kuwait's economy. The poverty was immense, and it took until 1938 when oil was first discovered in Kuwait for things to change. Following the discovery of oil, Kuwait's new export brought them great prosperity and wealth, and in 1961 Kuwait became independent of Britain and the Sheikh established themselves officially as an Emir.

Mubarak al-Sabah

Originally, Mubarak was not the primary heir of the al-Sabah family. Mubarak first came to power with the assassination of his half-brothers, Muhammad and Jarrah. While it is believed that Mubarak had them assassinated, details of the assassination vary. Even details as to why he would do this vary, but in the end he took the title of Sheikhdom of Kuwait after the death of his predecessor. Afterwards, he acted to secure legitimacy for his reign, and was met with various success. Although hesitant, the Ottomans awarded him the title of kaymakam, a sub-governor of Kuwait under the Ottoman Empire. However, their hesitancy in giving Mubarak the title led him to find an alliance with the powerful British Empire. In pursuing a protectorate status with Great Britain, Kuwaiti developed as an important trading hub for the British, and Mubarak's power and influence grew immensely. He later launched an ambitious invasion of Najd, which had marginal success until the battle of Sarif in 1901. After that, Mubarak's reign mostly focused on increasing the sovereignty and prosperity of Kuwait and its people. Ottoman attitudes towards Mubarak began to change, as he was referred no longer as "kaymakam" but rather as "Ruler of Kuwait and Chief of its Tribes." During World War I, Mubarak allied with the British against hte Ottoman empire, before his death in November of 1915 due to Malaria.

Dawn of Man

Art by ExplosiveWatermelon

May the wealth pour in, great Lion of the Peninsula, Mubarak al-Sabah. It was your prudent guidance that lead Kuwait to the vast wealth it holds today, with your alliance to the British giving you strong allies in need of good trading partners. Kuwait city under your guidance bore the name of another cultural hub, and became known as the 'Marseille of the Gulf.' Kuwaiti shipbuilders formed a strong basis of this trade- and the Kuwaiti boum still sails upon the emblem of your proud nation.

Mubarak al-Sabah, your nation faces new threats in the face of independence. The wealth never stops, but enemies grow around you. Can you usher forth prosperity never seen on the Arabian Peninsula? Can you send your ships far and wide, and build new alliances with great new empires? Can you build a Civilization that will stand the test of time?

Introduction: "It is always a pleasure to make new allies. My name is Mubarak al-Sabah, and I am Sheikh of Kuwait and ruler of its lands."

Introduction: "May god, in his grace, guide you. I am Mubarak al-Sabah, Ruler of Kuwait and Chief of its Tribes. Come, let's negotiate."

Defeat: "If I had known it would come to this, I would have taken my sons and my men and killed you when we first met."

Unique Attributes

Kuwait (Mubarak al-Sabah)
Art by ExplosiveWatermelon Marseilles of the Gulf Naval Units may be sold for bonus Gold and Golden Age points based upon their level. During a Golden Age, your Capital generates additional Food and Culture based upon Stockpiled Gold.
Art by ExplosiveWatermelon Boum (Ironclad) Does not require Coal. Weaker, but has +1 Movement and can move after combat. Generates +50% XP while fighting within friendly territory or near a Great Admiral.
Art by ExplosiveWatermelon Qalaf (Forge) Requires Coast instead of Iron. +2 Production. +15% towards Naval Units. Generates +1 Production for every foreign City this City has ever sent a Naval Trade Route to.

City List Kuwait Al Jahra Hawally Jabriya Farwaniya Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh Salmiya Bayan Mubarak al-Kabeer Mangaf Khaitan Ahmadi Fahaheel Abu Halifa 'Adan Sabah al-Salem Zahra Salwa Mahbula Andalous Qusur Ali as-Salim Al Qurain Sulaibiya Rumaithiya Ardiya Shuhada Taima Sabahiya Saad al-Abdullah Riqqa Sabah al Ahmad Rai Sharq Failaka

Spy List Lulwa Salim Hamad Abdullah Jaber Intisar Nasser Fahad Dina Mohammad

Strategy

Mod Support

Mod Support
Additional Achievements	Unknown
Civ IV Traits	No
Cultural Diversity	Yes
Enlightenment Era	Unknown
Ethnic Units/R.E.D.	No
Events and Decisions	No
Historical Religions	Unknown
Map Labels	No
Rise to Power	Yes?
Unique Cultural Influence	No
YnAEMP	Yes

Full Credits List

Steam Workshop
Latest Version:	v 1
Last Updated:	21 July 2024

• ExplosiveWatermelon: Lead Author, Design, Code, Art
• Leugi: Unit Model