The Almoravids (Zaynab an-Nafzawiyyah)

Almoravid Dynasty
Map by Regalman
Leader	Zaynab an-Nafzawiyyah
Start Bias	Desert
Religion	Islam Sunni (HR)
Geography & Social Data
Empire Name	Almoravid Empire
Demonym	Almoravid
Capital	Marrakesh
Mod Support
Culture	Mid Eastern
Civilopedia
Civilopedia	Here

The Almoravids led by Zaynab an-Nafzawiyyah are a custom civilization mod by ExplosiveWatermelon and Lasqueto, with contributions from Regalman and Danrell.

Overview

The Almoravids

The Almoravid dynasty was a Berber muslim dynasty centered in Morocco that ruled over parts of the Maghreb and Al-Andalus. The term Almoravid specifically refers to the idea of the ribat, an Islamic term for fortress found in North Africa. The dynasty was founded on the principals of Malikite law, and was perhaps one of the most influential of Moroccan dynasties, having expanded the presence of Morocco in Al-Andalus greatly. During this period, the city of Marrakech was founded, and the economy and arts of Morocco flourished. The greatest military success of the Almoravid dynasty are best exemplified with their expansions into Iberia, and the subjugation of El Cid's revolt. However, Almoravid power began to weaken after their loss of Zaragoza in 1118, and the dynasty finally fell to the rival Almohads in 1147. Despite lasting a little less than 100 years, the Almoravid dynasty has left a permanent mark on Morocco's history.

Zaynab an-Nafzawiyyah

Zaynab an-Nafzawiyyah was a Berber noblewoman who served as Queen of the Almoravid Empire. She was the de facto co-ruler of Yusuf ibn Tashfin during his wars with El Cid in Iberia.

Dawn of Man

Art by Arilasqueto

May fortune favor you, Zaynab an-Nafzawiyyah of the Almoravid dynasty! It was your prudent guidance during your co-rule with your husband, Yusuf ibn Tashfin, that led the Almoravids to glory. Known for your wealth, wisdom, and political guidance, you gave women a place in the Moroccan courts unlike many other nations in the world. As for your husband, his military ambitions led to a great expansion of the Almoravid borders, and the defeat of the Valencian prince El Cid.

Alas, it wasn’t even 100 years since the dynasty’s founding that the Almoravids fell from power and gave way to the Almohads. The people of Morocco, however, still hold the memories of your reign in their hearts! Can you fortify the heart of the Islamic world against foreign incursion? Can you build vast cities across the barren deserts? Can you build a civilization that will stand the test of time?

Introduction: "Mashallah friend, I don't think we've been introduced. I am Zaynab, and this handsome devil is my husband, Yusuf. I'll be doing the talking, though. As for Yusuf, just pray you never have to hear from him."

Introduction: "Mashallah, let me introduce myself. I am Zaynab, and this is my husband, Yusuf. Disregard him for now, though- I'm the one who handles negotiations."

Defeat: "You may grind us down, but our love will go on..."

Unique Attributes

The Almoravids (Zaynab an-Nafzawiyyah)
Art by Arilasqueto	Daughter of the Desert Upon conquering a City, earn Golden Age Points for every Citizen following your Religion, and Faith for every other Citizen. Forts and Citadels generate Faith while a Unit is garrisoned.
Art by Arilasqueto	Diwan al-Gund (Knight) Transfers Movement to stacked Civilian Units at the beginning of their turn. No Combat Penalty against Cities if starting their turn stacked with a Religious Unit or a Great General.
Art by Arilasqueto	Khettara (Garden) Requires a nearby Desert instead of Freshwater Spawns an Oasis on a valid adjacent tile. During a Golden Age, Faith-yielding Tiles generate equal amounts of Food.

City List Marrakesh Aghmat Fes Azougui Valencia Meknes Córdoba Seville Rabat Algiers Grenada Sijilmasa Tangier Taroudant Saragoza Batajoz Algeciras Melilla Sebta Almeria Qadis Tashmigut Oran Lisbon Huelva Fedala Málaga Ronda Carmona Igiliz

Spy List Ali Mahmoud Abu Bakr Abdallah Yahya Umar Tamima Fatima Tashfin Mazdali

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Music

Peace Theme	War Theme

Mod Support

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

Full Credits List

Steam Workshop
Latest Version:	v 1
Last Updated:	15 March 2024

• Explosive Watermelon: Lead Author, Design, Code
• Lasqueto: Leader Author, Design, Art
• Regalman: Map
• Danrell: Unit Model
• Uighur_Caesar: Inspiration