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Ethiopia

Ethiopia rewards a defensive, mountain-anchored game plan, turning terrain other civilizations struggle to use into faith and stability.

Default LeaderMenelik II
FocusFaith · Defense
Unique UnitOromo Cavalry
Unique InfrastructureRock-Hewn Church

Unique Ability

"Aksumite Legacy": improved resource tiles gain +1 Faith for each copy of that resource the city owns. International Trade Routes grant +0.5 Faith for each resource in the origin city. Can purchase Archaeologists and Archaeological Museums with Faith.

Unique Unit: Oromo Cavalry

A cavalry unit with strong defensive utility relative to its era.

Unique Infrastructure: Rock-Hewn Church

A unique Holy Site building that increases Faith and Culture output.

How to Play Ethiopia

  • Settle near mountain ranges rather than avoiding them.
  • Lean into a defensive posture — Ethiopia rewards holding ground more than pushing outward.
  • Consider a Religious Victory if your start has strong mountain access.

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