Part 17

Dive into Civilization V's Part 17! Learn about Ramesses's strengths and weaknesses, and explore Queen Elizabeth I's England, its unique units, and historical context.

Hey there! We're diving into Part 17 of our Civilization V journey, and this time we're looking at two distinct leaders: Ramesses of Egypt and Queen Elizabeth I of England. Understanding their playstyles and unique traits will give you a real edge.

Ramesses (Egypt)

Ramesses is a leader who can be a bit of a wild card. He's opportunistic and might snatch up a city state if it's convenient, but he's also known to protect them. Be aware that if you go to war with a city state he favors, you'll likely drag him into the conflict too. He's not afraid to move troops to the border to get your attention, and when he does, things can get messy.

Ramesses's Strengths and Weaknesses

When it comes to military, Ramesses is pretty balanced but not a master in any single area. He's decent with ground units, both offensively and defensively, and his city defense is solid. His naval game is average, and his air power is a bit lacking. The real kicker, though? His units often lack training and promotions. You'll be facing veterans against his green recruits, which is a huge advantage for you.

Ramesses's Focus

Ramesses really shines when it comes to growth and development. He's all about expansion, tile improvement, infrastructure, production, and culture. Expect him to build lots of mines and lumber mills, and he's a huge fan of building Wonders. This focus on production also means you'll see a lot of tile improvement, so get those pillage axes ready! As a byproduct of his Wonder-building spree, his culture output will be impressive.

Civilization Scales for Ramesses

• City State Scales: Ignore Others - 5/10, Friendly - 5/10, Protective - 7/10, Conquest - 5/10
• Ground Military Scales: Offensive - 4/10, Defensive - 6/10, City Defence - 6/10, Military Training - 3/10, Reconnaissance - 5/10, Ranged - 6/10, Mounted - 6/10
• Naval Scales: Naval - 5/10, Naval Reconnaissance - 3/10, Naval Growth - 5/10, Naval Tile Improvement - 5/10
• Air Scale: Air Power - 4/10
• Growth Scales: Expansion - 5/10, Growth - 6/10, Tile Improvement - 7/10, Infrastructure - 5/10, Production - 7/10, Gold - 6/10, Science - 5/10, Culture - 7/10
• Civilisation Scales: Happiness - 6/10, Great People - 6/10, Wonder - 8/10, Diplomacy - 5/10, Spaceship - 8/10

England (Under Queen Elizabeth I)

Next up is England, led by Queen Elizabeth I. England is a historically seafaring nation, and their unique ability, 'Sun Never Sets,' really emphasizes this. All their naval units get an extra 2 Movement Points when they can travel on Ocean tiles. This makes their navy incredibly mobile and a significant threat.

England's Unique Units

• Longbowman: This unit replaces the Crossbowman and is a powerful ranged unit.
• Ship of the Line: Replacing the Frigate, this is a formidable naval unit that benefits greatly from the 'Sun Never Sets' ability.

Historical Context

England, historically, is located on the island of Great Britain. It's a land of rolling hills and rich natural resources. The Romans first described the island's Celtic inhabitants around 55 BC, finding them divided into warring tribes with Iron Age technology. The Romans returned in force in 43 AD, establishing a provincial capital and expanding their influence. They remained for about three centuries, introducing advancements in agriculture, technology, and architecture before retreating due to external pressures. After the Romans left, local warlords emerged, but none could fully consolidate power against increasing threats.

Understanding these leaders will help you plan your strategy. Ramesses might be a production powerhouse, but his military can be outmatched. England, with its enhanced navy, can project power across the seas like no other. Good luck out there!