Mohawk Games has revealed that the Old World – Empires of the Indus DLC will be releasing on March 30th, adding three new playable nations, a new tribe to deal with, two new religions and four new wonders to build. The three playable nations are The Mauryas, The Yuezhi, and the Tamilakam, with each one having made their own mark on the Indian subcontinent.
The details of each nation has been detailed by Mohawk Games, and you can read them below.
The Mauryas were rulers of a mighty Iron Age empire that once asserted dominance over the entire region for centuries under the leadership of Chandragupta and Ashoka. Take the reins and forge a powerful legacy for your people that will influence the world for millennia to come. Choose one of six powerful families to raise the empire to glorious heights, either through the might of their deadly Assault Elephants and Armored Elephants, or through spirituality by establishing Buddhism as a new World Religion, with the majestic Mahabodhi Temple as its Holy Site.
The Yuezhi, once a nomadic people, founded the great Kushan Empire under the leadership of Kujula, and grew to span from Bactria to the Gangetic Plain largely through the military accomplishments of Kanishka. Lead these mighty horse lords as they seek to unite the tribes with their unique Vassalize Tribe Mission, forcing alliances on any tribal nation that is weaker than them. And if intimidation doesn’t work, there’s always outright conquest – Kushan Cavalry and Kushan Warlord units lead the charge, dominating the battlefield with their Shock Cavalry ability.
Tamilakam represents the heights of the Sangam culture as a nation that brings the three early Tamil kingdoms under one banner. Take charge of either the Cholas, Cheras, or Pandyas – represented as families – as they vie for dominance. Maneuver characters into positions of influence to grant the families power, potentially changing the nation’s leader and capital, applying their unique benefit while they sit upon the throne. And should outsiders try to interfere, Tamilakam’s Javelin Elephant and Elephant Archers will put on a stalwart defense.
The new tribe that players will need to contend with are The Huns. They are a non-playable faction that will cause issues for any faction looking to expand its reach, with various scenarios created that have been centred around the Huns and Attila The Hun. Hinduism and Buddhism are being added to Old World. The three nations start with Hinduism but the Mauryas can form Buddhism as World Religion through a specific project. The four wonders are the Great Stupa, the Mahavihara, the Monumental Buddhas, and the Chittorgarh Hill Fort. There will be a Jungle vegetation type which has increased ranged defense and movement penalties compared to Woods. Additionally, there are 200 new events, 60 new ambitions, 11 new Cognomens, and four new rare resources; Jade, Silk, Spices, and Ebony.
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