


Now a free city, Athens could again be the preeminent maritime power in Greece and beyond.Īthens begins its campaign at war with the belligerent Epirus, and recently freed from it's Client State treaty with. In-game Encyclopedia Description Īthens, home of democracy and learning, is the model of all Classical Greek cultural achievement. Originally a council of nobles, the Boule now has hereditary positions, some elected members and some chosen by lot to serve for a year. Oligarchs: Five hundred citizens make up the Boule, or council, of Athens. Naval Prowess: +1 experience rank for Athenian ship recruits Military Decline: +10% non-mercenary recruitment costs Various checks and balances help maintain democracy, but there are times when the system falls under the influence of a single individual who secures total power for himself. The Magistrates: The magistrates of Athens have executive powers.

Classical Heritage: +2 to cultural conversionįierce Independence: +10% melee defence for all units when fighting in own or allied territory.
