Sweden (Charles XII)

Kingdom of Sweden
Map by Viregel
Leader	Charles XII
Start Bias	None
Religion	Protestantism Lutheranism (HR)
Geography & Social Data
Empire Name	Swedish Empire
Demonym	Swedish
Capital	Stockholm
Mod Support
Government	Monarchy
Culture	Western
Civilopedia
Civilopedia	Here

Sweden led by Charles XII is a custom civilization by JFD and Janboruta, with contributions from DarthKyofu and Viregel.

This mod requires Brave New World. Using this mod gives Gustavus Adolphus' Sweden a new unique unit. 

Overview

Sweden

The Kingdom of Sweden, found in Northern Europe, joins Denmark and Norway in forming the region known as Scandinavia. A progressive and economically powerful nation in the present-day, Sweden's early history was chronicled in the Norse Sagas, within which the first records of their legendary kings appeared. Although there is no precise date associated with the kingdom's formation, over time the loosely collaborated Viking chiefdoms gave way to a united Swedish people. Reaching the height of military and political power in the 17th century, Sweden reached its zenith under the stalwart leadership of revered king and general Gustavus Adolphus.

Charles XII

The last King of Sweden during the Great Power Era, Karl XII ascended to the Swedish throne aged just fifteen, after the untimely death of his father. Soon after he became king, a three-part coalition sided against him, headed by the rising power to the east, Russia. One of the most capable commanders in Europe at the time, Karl subdued two of the coalition’s members before heading for Russia. Winning battle after battle, Karl appeared to be unstopable - up until the Battle of Poltava, which resulted in not only Swedish defeat, but the destruction of the Swedish Empire. Demoralised, the Swedish Army headed home and planned an invasion of Norway. However, Karl was shot and killed while sieging Fredriksten Fortress, ending any chance of Sweden reestablishing dominance.

Dawn of Man

Art by Janboruta

Hail Karl XII, warrior-King of Sweden and her last great viking. Although inheriting your throne at the age of 15, you would spend a lifetime proving your worth on the battlefield. Disregarded for your youth and inexperience, in the year 1700 you managed to defeat the armies of the triple alliance of Denmark-Norway, Saxony-Poland-Lithuania, and Russia. Although your subsequent march on Moscow would ultimately fail, your military legacy has endured, and you remain one of Sweden's most exceptional monarchs.

O' formidable commander, the great armies of the Swedish Empire march forth to ready her defense. Can you lead her forces into the fray, leading her soldiers to glory and strength? Can you build a civilization that stands the test of time?

Introduction: "Well met, commander. I am Charles XII, king of Sweden. If we should never become enemies, then may this, our first meeting, also be our last."

Defeat: "With these partings words, I share with you but one wisdom: fear no defeat."

Unique Attributes

Sweden (Charles XII)
Art by Janboruta	Indelningsverk During peace, Food from worked Tile Improvements is stored for Land and Naval Combat Units for up to 33% of their Production Cost. Newly trained Combat Units begin with +20% more Movement for each war you are involved in, up to 100%.
Art by Firaxis	Carolean (Rifleman | Line Infantry - Enlightenment Era) Heals 10 HP every turn so long as this unit has expended all of its Moves, doubled inside enemy territory.
Art by Janboruta	Royal War Academy (Military Academy) Unlocked at Metallurgy. Does not require an Armory. +1 Maintenance Cost. Allows unit to pass through the city for no Movement Cost. When built outside the Capital, provides bonus XP based on 50% of the difference between the XP the city provides and the XP the Capital provides.
Changes to Sweden (Gustavus Adolphus)
Art by Janboruta	Regal Ship (Frigate) +20%  Combat Strength on Coast. Heals nearby Land Units for 15 HP per turn at the cost of 2 Movement, increased per Regal Ship.

City List Stockholm Malmö Falun Gothenburg Norrköping Karlskrona Åbo Arboga Gävle Jönköping Uppsala Riga Stettin Västerås Stralsund Reval Visby Stade Viborg Helsingborg Nyen Kalmar Landskrona Linköping Helsingfors Lund Narva Örebro Uddevalla Västervik Nöteborg Tavastehus Uleåborg Björneborg Karl Gustavs Stad Växjö Kexholm Eskilstuna Wolgast Torshälla Sigtuna Vasa

Spy List Cornelius Arvid Carl Gustav Otto Frederick Berndt the Elder Ivan the Cossack Adam Wolmar Axel

Music

Peace Theme	War Theme
Europa Universalis IV Soundtrack - Kings in the North	Europa Universalis IV Soundtrack - Ride Forth Victoriously
'Kings in the North' by Andreas Waldeloftfrom the soundtrack of Europa Universalis IV.	'Ride Forth Victoriously' by Andreas Waldeloft from the soundtrack of Europa Universalis IV.

Mod Support

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

Additional Achievements

	See Carolus Rise	Beat the game on any difficulty setting as Sweden under Charles XII.
	What's That About Never Starting An Unjust War?	As Sweden under Charles XII, declare war on a Civilization you have a Declaration of Friendship with.

Full Credits List

Steam Workshop
Latest Version:	v 4
Last Updated:	September 2025

• JFD: Author
• Janboruta: Art (Leader Icon, Unique Component Icons, Leaderscene)
• DarthKyofu: Art (Civilization Icons), Research (City List)
• Viregel: Art (Map)