Persia builds strong domestic infrastructure and trade efficiency, using both to fund an empire that can comfortably pivot between several victory types.
"Satrapies": +1 Trade Route capacity upon researching Political Philosophy, plus increased Gold and Culture from Trade Routes between your own cities. Roads built in Persian territory are automatically one level more advanced than usual.
A strong Ancient era melee unit with a defensive bonus when damaged.
A unique Entertainment Complex-style improvement providing Culture and Amenities.
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