Civilization IV

***Civilization IV*** (also known as ***Sid Meier's Civilization IV***) is a 4X turn-based strategy computer game and the fourth installment of the *Civilization* series, and designed by Soren Johnson under the direction of Sid Meier and his video game development studio Firaxis Games. It was released in North America, Europe, and Australia, between October 25 and November 4, 2005, and followed by *Civilization V*.

*Civilization IV* uses the 4X empire-building model for turn-based strategy gameplay, in which the player's main objective is to construct a civilization from limited initial resources. Most standard full-length games start the player with a settler unit and/or a city unit in the year 4000 BC. As with other games in the series, there are by default five objectives the player can pursue in order to finish the game: conquering all other civilizations, controlling a supermajority of the game world's land and population, building and sending the first sleeper ship to the Alpha Centauri star system, increasing the "Culture ratings" of at least three different cities to "legendary" levels, or winning a "World Leader" popularity contest by the United Nations. If the time limit for the game is reached and none of the previous goals has been fulfilled by any players including game AI players, the civilization with the highest total game score is declared winner.

## Pop-ups

### Starting a New Game

#### Difficulties

**Settler:** The easiest difficulty level and a great way to start your very first game or when you want to try a new strategy. As a Settler leader, you will notice that: barbarians and wild animals are less aggressive, your citizens stay happy and healthy longer, and there are many production bonuses to help you.
**Chieftain:** A relatively easy difficulty level - good for when you want to try a new strategy. Barbarians and wild animals are stronger and more aggressive and you don't get as many bonuses.
**Warlord:** Warlords have a slightly tougher time of it. Your opponents are less forgiving and more aggressive - watch your back!
**Noble:** Nobles need to balance their many responsibilities, so this is the most balanced level. Civ veterans will find this level to be a great place to start.
**Prince:** As a Prince you will need to truly prove you are of royal stock. The AI can produce and research slightly faster than you so you will have to play a much better game to be victorious.
**Monarch:** For Monarchs, the challenges definitely start to ramp up on this level. Upkeep is higher, research is slower, your people are harder to please, and your computer opponents are just plain smarter.
**Emperor:** Are you ready to be an Emperor? If so, you will need to prove your mettle by overcoming opponents that are both fast and aggressive while dealing with a population that is harder to motivate and please. This is a true test for Civ experts.
**Immortal:** Only a few can claim memberships among the ranks of the Immortals. This is a bruising test for all but the most experienced.
**Deity:** The ultimate test for only the best Civ players. Can it be beat? / Muuuhahaha! Good luck, sucker!
#### Game Speeds

**Epic:** Experience the full sweep of time when you choose this speed. The game is balanced to take longer but still feel like a normal game.
**Normal:** This is the traditional game speed for Civ.
**Quick:** Choose this for a game where everything happens a bit quicker. The game will be faster but is balanced to still feel like a normal game.
#### Map Sizes

**Duel:** A very tiny map with only one opponent. This is tougher than it sounds because you will have to work extra hard at research without the benefit of multiple trading partners.
**Tiny:** A very small map with two opponents. Expect to find other Civs rather quickly and for Conquest games to go more quickly.
**Small:** A slightly larger map sized to have 4 opponents for you.
**Standard:** This map size is the default choice and is designed to have 7 total Civs. There's a lot of opportunity for exploration but you shouldn't feel alone for very long.
**Large:** For people who want to have some extra room to spread out and explore. This map size will support 9 Civs comfortably.
**Huge:** If you are looking for a truly epic experience, this map size is for you. It has room for you and 10 opponents.
#### Climates and Sea Levels

**Low Sea Level:** When the sea level is low, large continents will appear on the map.
**Medium Sea Level:** This is the default setting with the normal mix of land and water.
**High Sea Level:** You will need a strong Navy when playing with high seas and lots of islands.
**Temperate Climate:** This is the default Climate. Everything is balanced exactly as designed for the world type chosen.
**Tropical Climate:** This climate is warmer and wetter so expect to see a lot more jungle. Your workers will have their hands full but there is rich soil underneath.
**Arid Climate:** A warm and dry climate means you will have to contend with more deserts. You will want to settle along rivers and take advantage of the flood plains.
**Rocky Climate:** You will find many more hills and mountains when you choose this climate. That means growth may be tougher but there should be no shortage of mineral resources.
**Cold Climate:** Expect to find an excess of tundra in this climate type.
## Diplomacy

### Trading

#### Player Starts Deal

All right. Let's hear it then.
Go on.
Hopefully we can come to an agreement.
I'm listening...
Let us begin!
Make an offer.
So what do you propose?
We're always looking for a fair exchange, [Player's Name]. Please go ahead.
Well, go ahead and put something on the table.
What does [Player's Civilization Name] have to offer?
#### AI Starts Deal

##### Cautious to Friendly

Greetings, [Player's Name]! What do you think of this deal?
How does this sound to you, [Player's Name]?
Let's make a deal!
My friend, can [AI's Civilization Name] tempt you with this offer?
The peace-loving people of [AI's Civilization Name] seek a fair trade with [Player's Civilization Name]. How about it?
What do you think of this deal, [Player's Name]?
##### Annoyed to Furious

Here's our offer. Take it or leave it.
Here's the deal.
Show some intelligence for a change, [Player's Name]. Accept this deal.
The [AI's Empire Name] offers you this trade. I suggest you take it.
[Player's Name], I'm making you an offer you can't refuse.
[AI's Civilization Name] offers your nasty little civilization the following deal.
#### AI Cancels Deal

##### Cautious to Friendly

All good things come to an end, unfortunately. Including this deal.
I'm afraid this deal will no longer work for us.
I'm sorry, [Player's Name], but this deal will no longer work for us.
If you don't mind, [AI's Civilization Name] would like to cancel this deal.
It's time to end this deal, friend.
[AI's Civilization Name] can no longer afford this deal, [Player's Name].
##### Annoyed to Furious

The [AI's Civilization Adj.] people are no longer interested in this deal, [Player's Name].
This deal is over.
This deal no longer suits our needs. It is cancelled.
We are terminating this deal, [Player's Name], effective immediately.
We're ending this deal, [Player's Name].
We're sick of this deal. And of you, too, frankly.
#### AI Accepts

Agreed.
All right then. Agreed.
Done.
Excellent. It is done.
Excellent. We are agreed.
Hrmph. This is highway robbery - but we'll take it.
I agree to your terms.
I believe we can accept that. Agreed.
I dislike haggling. Agreed.
I think I can accept these terms. It is agreed.
It is agreed.
It's a good deal. Done.
It's against my better judgment, but we'll take it. Done.
Sounds fair to me. Done.
That is acceptable to us. Done.
The offer is a bit light - but we'll agree to it.
Very well, we'll take it.
We accept your fair offer.
We accept your gracious offer.
We are agreed then.
We can accept these terms. Done.
We can do business along these lines. Agreed.
We'll take it.
Well, if that's the best you can do, I guess we'll take it. Done.
You are a hard bargainer, [Player's Name]. Agreed.
Your terms are acceptable.
[AI's Civilization Name] thanks you. Done.
#### AI Rejects

##### Cautious to Friendly

I don't think so. You'll have to do better than that.
I'm afraid that your offer is not acceptable to the [AI's Civilization Adj.] people.
Is that your final offer?
No can do, my friend.
No, seriously. Quit fooling around: what's your offer?
That's not good enough, friend [Player's Name].
This proposal will not work for us.
We cannot afford to be so generous, [Player's Name]. Try again.
We really do not think this trade will benefit our people.
You'll have to do better than that, [Player's Name].
##### Annoyed to Furious

Forget it.
Just how gullible do you think I am, [Player's Name]?
Just who do you think you're dealing with, [Player's Name]?
Now that's just crazy talk.
Quit wasting my time. Make a reasonable offer or go away.
This is totally unacceptable!
We reject your laughable offer.
We reject your proposal. No thanks.
Your generosity is underwhelming. Forget it.
Your offer is an insult to [AI's Civilization Name].
#### Reasons for Denial

Not right now… maybe we’ll change our mind in a few years.
Sorry… we’re not willing to trade this.
Surely, you ask for too much!
Surely, you must be joking…
That would go against everything we stand for!
Too few of our people follow that faith…
We couldn’t betray our close friends!
We don’t want to deal with the unhappiness.
We don’t want to start trading away this technology just yet.
We fear you are becoming to advanced.
We have enough on our hands right now.
We have our reasons.
We haven’t had a defensive pact or shared a war for long enough.
We just don’t like you enough.
We would have nothing to gain.
We’d love to, but you’ll have to contact them…
We’d rather win the game, thank you very much…
We’re afraid of their military might.
We’re doing fine on our own.
You’ll have to take it from our cold, dead hands.
You’ve grown too powerful for us.
#### Counter-proposal

##### Cautious to Friendly

All right. Why don't you put something on the table?
All right: let's hear your counter-proposal.
Let's hear an offer from you, then.
Oh well. Perhaps next time, then.
That is regrettable.
That is unfortunate.
Too bad. Do you have something different in mind?
We're sorry you don't feel that our offer is reasonable.
Well, do you wish to make a counter-proposal?
Well, perhaps you would care to suggest something then.
##### Annnoyed to Furious

Does puny [Player's Civilization Name] wish to make a counter-proposal?
How typical. Let's hear your ‘brilliant’ idea, then.
I suppose you have something better in mind?
Let's hear your idea, then.
Then quit wasting my time. Either make a counter-proposal or be gone.
Then you put something on the table!
Well, you suggest something then!
You annoy me, [Player's Name].
You are incredibly stubborn, [Player's Name].
You are remarkably short-sighted, [Player's Name], to treat your betters thusly.
#### Current Deals

As I see it, these are our current deals.
These are our active deals.
These are the deals we have with the [Player's Empire Name].
[Player's Name], these are the deals we have agreed upon.
#### AI Changes Deal

And that's my final offer.
Do you find this offer tempting?
Here's my offer.
How does this deal sound?
I'm sure that you'll agree that this deal is fair...
What do you think of this deal, [Player's Name]?
#### Player Accepts a Trade

##### Cautious to Friendly

Cha-CHING!
Excellent!
I'm glad that we could come to an agreement.
It is wonderful that you have accepted.
It's a pleasure doing business with you.
I’m glad that you found the offer acceptable, [Player's Name].
Marvellous!
We're glad you accepted our offer.
Wonderful! Let us celebrate!
You have chosen wisely, [Player's Name].
##### Annoyed to Furious

All right then. We're agreed.
Done.
Excellent. Perhaps you are not as foolish as you look.
Fine. It is done.
Mighty [AI's Civilization Name] thanks you. You may go now.
Now you are beginning to show some sense, [Player's Name]. Perhaps there is some hope for you yet.
Thank you for your cooperation.
That is all for now.
We thank you.
[AI's Civilization Name] thanks you and your petty little civilization.
#### No Possible Deal

##### Cautious to Friendly

I don't see how a deal is possible.
I don't see how we can make such a trade.
I'm sorry to say that no such deal is possible.
That can't be done, [Player's Name].
That's just crazy talk. I don't think it can be done.
We can't do that.
##### Annoyed to Furious

Are you kidding? That can't be done!
Don't be foolish. That can't possibly be done.
Don't waste my time with impossibilities!
That's impossible.
There's no way such a deal is possible.
What are you talking about? That's not possible.
#### Offer Peace

Perhaps it is time for all this bloodshed to end?
#### Offer City

We would like to offer up this city as a sign of our respect.
### Thanks

Did you ever know that you're my hero? You're everything I wish I could be.
Excellent! I'm quite pleased. Let's sit down and have a jolly cup of tea, shall we?
Good decision. We must build a closer bond - or else!
I [AI's Name], Godlike Ruler of the Mighty [AI's Empire Name], do hereby offer my sincerest thanks to my good friend, [Player's Name].
I am SO pleased that we have been able to come to a fair agreement, [Player's Name]!
I am glad that we have concluded this arrangement amicably, [Player's Name].
I am so happy that our two nations can rise above petty rivalries like this! We will set an example the whole world will follow!
I appreciate this, friend [Player's Name]. Thanks from all the [AI's Civilization Adj.] people!
I bow before you in friendship, [Player's Name]!
I congratulate you on your common sense, [Player's Name].
I thank you. Now I'm sure that you have pressing business elsewhere...
I will sacrifice fifty warriors in honor of your friendship!
I, [AI's Name], ruler of way too many places to mention, do hereby thank my good friend, [Player's Name]!
It appears that your visit was not a complete waste. Come back again when you have something else to offer the [AI's Empire Name].
It has been a pleasure doing business with you, [Player's Name].
It is good that we can come together as equals, [Player's Name].
It's been a small slice of heaven. I mean that sincerely.
Many thanks, [Player's Name]!
Many thanks.
May the bond between [AI's Name] and [Player's Name] grow ever stronger!
May the friendship between [AI's Civilization Name] and [Player's Civilization Name] last for many years!
May the heavens bless and sanctify the friendship between our two great people!
My thanks.
On behalf of the [AI's Civilization Adj.] people, I thank you!
On behalf of the people of [AI's Civilization Name], I thank you and all the [Player's Civilization Adj.] people.
Our work is concluded. You may go.
Our work is finished here, is it not? Well, then, don't let me keep you.
Thank me? No, no... thank you, [Player's Name]!
Thank you, [Player's Name]!
Thank you, [Player's Name].
Thank you, [Player's Name]. Is there anything else?
Thank you, [Player's Name]. May both our people profit from our continued friendship!
Thank you. Your cooperation has been noted.
Thanks, [Player's Name].
Thanks. Will that be all?
That will be all for now, [Player's Name].
That's done, then. Thanks and farewell!
The [AI's Civilization Adj.] people graciously thank the people of - whatever your culture's name is.
The [AI's Empire Name] thanks you, [Player's Name]. You may go now.
There. That's a job well done, don't you think?
We enjoyed speaking with you [Player's Name]. Odd, since you are so far inferior, but personality goes a long way.
We thank our friends and partners, the [Player's Civilization Adj.] people!
We thank our partner, [Player's Civilization Name], for coming to a fair and just agreement.
We work together well, [Player's Name]. I look forward to many more mutually profitable arrangements in the future!
We're done here, right? Well, don't let me keep you. Thanks and good bye.
Yes, I believe we will both profit from this deal. I look forward to doing business with you again.
You are almost an equal in cunning and martial prowess, [Player's Name]. I, [AI's Name], thank you for your visit.
You are the wind beneath my wings, [Player's Name]!
You are wise beyond your years, friend [Player's Name]. [AI's Civilization Name] offers you its sincerest thanks.
You have [AI's Civilization Name]'s thanks.
You have [AI's Civilization Name]'s thanks.
You have chosen wisely, [Player's Name]. It is important to maintain good relations with your betters, don't you agree?
You have my eternal gratitude, [Player's Name].
You have our gratitude.
You have our thanks.
You make me so happy, [Player's Name]!
You show great wisdom and acumen in picking your friends, [Player's Name]. The [AI's Empire Name] thanks you.
You show great wisdom and friendship. [AI's Civilization Name] thanks you!
Your fair and courteous dealings with the [AI's Civilization Adj.] people will not be forgotten.
Yours is a friendly and accommodating little culture. We thank you.
[Player's Name], my people thank you.
[AI's Civilization Name] acknowledges your friendship. Thank you.
[AI's Civilization Name] graciously acknowledges your friendship, [Player's Name].
[AI's Civilization Name] salutes its friend, the tiny nation of [Player's Civilization Name].
[AI's Civilization Name] salutes you, [Player's Name]!
[AI's Civilization Name] thanks you, [Player's Name].
[AI's Civilization Name] thanks you, fair and generous [Player's Name]!
[AI's Name] thanks you on behalf of the grateful [AI's Civilization Adj.] people!
### Help

#### AI Asks for Help

##### Cautious to Friendly

A friend in need is a friend indeed, [Player's Name]. Care to help us out?
Charity begins at home, [Player's Name]. Care to give us some?
Could you possibly spare us this, [Player's Name]?
I have always relied on the kindness of strangers, [Player's Name]. Can you help?
[AI's Civilization Name] could use your assistance, [Player's Name].
[AI's Civilization Name] requires your assistance, friend [Player's Name]. I hope that you will not disappoint us.
##### Annoyed to Furious

As difficult as it may be to believe, you actually have something that we could use.
Despite our differences, I believe that our two nations have much in common. For example, you have this and we need it.
I find that [AI's Civilization Name] needs your aid, [Player's Name]. I'm certain you won't disappoint us.
Supplying us with this would go a long way towards healing the unfortunate rift between our peoples, [Player's Name].
We could use your assistance, [Player's Name]. Do not disappoint us.
Your assistance at this vital time will do much towards regaining [AI's Civilization Name]'s friendship, [Player's Name].
#### Player Refuses to Help AI

As you will. *(Stronger)*
Fine. See if we help you out when you need it. *(Stronger)*
How disappointing. *(Weaker)*
How short-sighted of you. *(Equal)*
I expected better of you, [Player's Name]. *(Equal)*
I hope you don't come to regret this, [Player's Name]. *(Stronger)*
Remember, what goes around comes around... *(Stronger)*
That's not very nice of you, [Player's Name]. *(Equal)*
That's too bad. For the both of us, I fear. *(Stronger)*
Very well. But greed will be your ultimate downfall, [Player's Name]. *(Weaker)*
Very well. On your own head be it. *(Stronger)*
Very well. We shall say nothing more of this - for the moment. *(Weaker)*
We shall remember this, [Player's Name]. *(Equal)*
We'll remember this. *(Equal)*
Well, dang. *(Weaker)*
You are really not a very giving person, [Player's Name]. *(Weaker)*
You foolish person. *(Equal)*
You have chosen foolishly, [Player's Name]. *(Weaker)*
#### AI Helps Player

Here's a little something from us to you.
Here, my friend: you might need this.
Perhaps this could be of assistance to you, [Player's Name].
The [AI's Civilization Adj.] people are feeling quite generous today, [Player's Name]. Perhaps this could be of some use to you.
We see that you could probably use a little help.
Would this be of any use to you, [Player's Name]?
### Demand

#### AI Accepts Player’s Demand

All right, then. But just remember: what goes around comes around!
I accept your terms, for now. But you just wait until next time!
I agree to your terms. For now.
It appears that I have no choice but to agree.
Sure: kick a civilization when it's down. I accept your terms.
We accede to your unreasonable demands.
Always happy to help! (Team)
#### AI Rejects Player’s Demand

How dare you insult glorious [AI's Civilization Name] with your stupid demands?!
Never!
Not bloody likely.
Not on my watch!
We reject your meaningless threats!
You badly underestimate the [AI's Empire Name], [Player's Name]. We would never agree to any such thing.
#### AI Demands from Player

[Player's Name], meet our demands or suffer the consequences.
[AI's Civilization Name] demands that you give us the following tribute. Our [AI's Strongest Unit] await your response. *(Equal)*
[AI's Civilization Name] demands that you pay her tribute. *(Stronger)*
[AI's Civilization Name] needs this, [Player's Name]. Will you give it to us, or must we fight for it? *(Equal)*
A present for me? Why, it's just what I wanted! How did you guess? (Weaker, Catherine)
A truly civilized leader would give us what we want, [Player's Name]? (Equal, Pericles)
Agree to our demands, [Player's Name], or be prepared to fight! *(Equal)*
Be wise, [Player's Name], and give in to our demands.
For the sake of friendship, you might want to consider giving us a small gift. *(Equal)*
For the sake of our long friendship, [Player's Name], will you not give us this small present? *(Weaker)*
For the sake of your country's continued survival, I suggest that you comply with our demands. *(Stronger)*
Friend [Player's Name], we are in some need of assistance. Will you not help your longstanding friend and ally? *(Weaker)*
Give us what we want or be destroyed. *(Stronger)*
Give us what we want or face our wrath. (Equal, Ragnar)
Give us what we want or prepare to be destroyed.
Give us what we want, [Player's Name], lest we come and take it. *(Weaker)*
I wonder if you would consider giving us a small gift, [Player's Name], in honor of the timeless friendship between Mighty [AI's Civilization Name] and your weak and defenceless people? *(Stronger)*
It would be wise for you to give us what we want.
Know that [AI's Civilization Name] stands by [Player's Civilization Name]'s side as friend and equal. Now - about our fee... *(Equal)*
Mighty [AI's Civilization Name] demands that you acknowledge her superiority with a small token of respect. *(Stronger)*
Our continued friendship provides many benefits, [Player's Name]. Surely it is worth this small tribute in return? *(Weaker)*
Pay it forward, [Player's Name]. Please? *(Weaker)*
Peace with the [AI's Empire Name] comes with a price, [Player's Name]. Will you pay? *(Equal)*
The [AI's Empire Name] would be quite grateful if your terribly vulnerable country gave us what we want. *(Weaker)*
The honor of [AI's Civilization Name] requires that we ask you to give us a small donation. *(Equal)*
The superior [AI's Civilization Adj.] civilization is worthy of tribute. Dispense goods to us, and we'll refrain from sending our [AI's Strongest Unit] to crush you. *(Stronger)*
Think well, [Player's Name]: if you give us tribute, our friendship will continue. If not, we will have to seriously re-evaluate our relationship. *(Stronger)*
This is what we need, [Player's Name]. Surely our continued friendship is worth far more than that! *(Weaker)*
Time is short and so too will be the memory of [Player's Civilization Name], should you deny me this token of respect. *(Stronger)*
We can do this the easy way, or the hard way. Which do you prefer? *(Weaker)*
We demand the following in tribute!
#### Player Rejects AI’s Demand

Curses: foiled again! *(Weaker)*
Fine. Next time I won't ask so nicely! *(Equal)*
Fool! Don't you know that I could crush you like a grape? *(Stronger)*
Foolish stubbornness will lead to your destruction, [Player's Name]. *(Equal)*
How dare you deny my extremely reasonable request! You'll regret this, I promise! *(Stronger)*
I don't think you realize just who you're dealing with, [Player's Name]. I suggest you reconsider, and quickly! *(Equal)*
In the future you'd best remember who your friends are, [Player's Name]. *(Weaker)*
Once again you disappoint me, [Player's Name]. You'd be advised to see that it doesn't happen again. *(Weaker)*
Very well. I hope that you won't come to regret this decision, [Player's Name]. *(Weaker)*
Very well. I suggest that you start cranking out those soldiers, [Player's Name]. You'll have need of them shortly. *(Stronger)*
Very well. On your head be it. *(Equal)*
Well, that's not very nice, if you ask me. *(Weaker)*
You are arrogant, [Player's Name]. Some day it will lead to your destruction. *(Weaker)*
You gamble with the lives of your people, [Player's Name]. Are you ready to pay the price if you lose? *(Equal)*
You should think more carefully before you anger your betters, [Player's Name], for it can lead to bitter consequences. *(Stronger)*
You test my patience, [Player's Name]! *(Stronger)*
You'll regret this, you wretched creature! *(Stronger)*
You're playing with fire, [Player's Name]. See that you don't get burned. *(Equal)*
#### Convert Religion

Abandon your heathenish ways and join [AI's State Religion], [Player's Name]. Your people's survival depends on it! *(Stronger)*
Discard your false religion and embrace [AI's State Religion], [Player's Name]. If you wish to survive... *(Stronger)*
I urge you to convert to [AI's State Religion], [Player's Name]. Religious wars can be so unpleasant... *(Equal)*
Isn't it about time that you abandoned your foolish beliefs and converted to [AI's State Religion], [Player's Name]? *(Weaker)*
Our gods can beat your gods any day of the week, [Player's Name]. Convert to [AI's State Religion] before it's too late! *(Equal)*
The bonds between our civilizations would be greatly strengthened if you converted to [AI's State Religion]. *(Weaker)*
The heavens demand that you join [AI's State Religion] immediately. Consider your answer carefully! *(Stronger)*
You should consider converting to [AI's State Religion], [Player's Name]. It is the one true path to salvation. *(Weaker)*
[AI's State Religion] is mighty, [Player's Name]. Convert now, before the heavens rain their displeasure upon you. *(Equal)*
#### Player Rejects

As you wish. *(Weaker)*
I fear that your blasphemy will not go unpunished, [Player's Name]. I'd invest in a lot of lightning rods if I were you. *(Stronger)*
On your own head be it. *(Equal)*
So be it. I pray that your people do not suffer overmuch for your folly. *(Stronger)*
Very well. But remember, [Player's Name], the wages of sin are death. *(Equal)*
Very well. We know that this can be a sensitive matter. *(Weaker)*
We shall speak of this again at a later time. *(Weaker)*
You disappoint me. And you disappoint the heavens. Foolish. *(Equal)*
You mock the heavens at your peril, [Player's Name]! I can but hope that you will see wisdom before it is too late. *(Stronger)*
#### Adopt Civic

[Civic] is extremely useful, [Player's Name]. [Player's Civilization Name] would do well to adopt it.
Adopt [Civic] - before it's too late!
All the cool civilizations are adopting [Civic], [Player's Name]. How about you?
Have you considered adopting [Civic]? It will bring our two civilizations even closer together.
I urge you to adopt [Civic], [Player's Name]. Your civilization will be the better for it.
Please join us by adopting [Civic].
##### Player Rejects

As you will.
I suppose you know best.
Nobody ever listens to me.
On your head be it.
Really? How foolish.
That's not very intelligent of you, [Player's Name].
#### Join War

Care to assist us in destroying the evil [Leader]?
Greetings, [Player's Name]. The annoying [Leader] must be destroyed, don't you agree?
The [Leader] are a threat to us all. Please join us in wiping them out.
The nasty [Leader] are plotting against us all, [Player's Name]! Let us destroy them together!
The treacherous [Leader] must be punished for their offences against civilization, [Player's Name]! I assume we can count on your assistance?
[Player's Name]: we urgently request mighty [Player's Civilization Name]'s assistance in our crusade against the [Leader]!
##### Player Rejects

How very disappointing.
I hope you know what you're doing, [Player's Name].
Really? I had no idea you were so timid!
Very well. That just means more plunder for us!
We shall remember this, [Player's Name]!
You should choose your sides carefully.
#### AI Attitudes

[Leader] has been a faithful friend to us. (Friendly)
[Leader] has done all right by us. (Pleased)
[Leader] has his/her uses. (Cautious)
[Leader] has many admirable traits. (Friendly)
[Leader] has treated us well. (Pleased)
[Leader] hasn't let us down yet! (Friendly)
[Leader] is a close, trusted friend. (Friendly)
[Leader] is a deceitful cretin! (Furious)
[Leader] is a dirty, rotten scoundrel! (Furious)
[Leader] is a faithful friend and boon companion. (Friendly)
[Leader] is a fine ruler and a credit to his/her people! (Pleased)
[Leader] is a friend of ours. (Pleased)
[Leader] is a leader of quality. (Friendly)
[Leader] is a nasty piece of work, if you want my opinion! (Furious)
[Leader] is a pain in the butt. (Annoyed)
[Leader] is a pain in the neck, to be honest. (Annoyed)
[Leader] is a petty criminal masquerading as a world leader. (Annoyed)
[Leader] is a rat fink. (Furious)
[Leader] is a scourge on our world! (Furious)
[Leader] is a snake in the grass! Do not trust him/her! (Furious)
[Leader] is a true friend. (Friendly)
[Leader] is a useless waste of space, as far as I'm concerned. (Annoyed)
[Leader] is a very bad person. (Furious)
[Leader] is all right as long as you keep an eye on him/her. (Cautious)
[Leader] is all right in my book. (Pleased)
[Leader] is all right, I guess. (Cautious)
[Leader] is all right, I suppose. (Cautious)
[Leader] is all right. (Pleased)
[Leader] is an extremely annoying person. (Annoyed)
[Leader] is an old crony of ours. (Friendly)
[Leader] is better than most. (Pleased)
[Leader] is the bomb! (Friendly)
[Leader] is dead to me! (Furious)
[Leader] is evil through and through! (Furious)
[Leader] is more trouble than he/she is worth. (Annoyed)
[Leader] is no better than he/she should be. (Annoyed)
[Leader] is not worth a bucket of owl spit. (Furious)
[Leader] tries my patience. (Annoyed)
[Leader]? A good person to have at your back. (Pleased)
[Leader]? A treacherous cowardly baboon. (Furious)
[Leader]? I like him/her. (Pleased)
[Leader]? Who knows? (Cautious)
A better friend would be hard to find. (Friendly)
A cheap, jumped-up little weasel. (Annoyed)
A despicable villain! (Furious)
A friend indeed. (Friendly)
A worthless windbag, in my opinion. (Annoyed)
Do not mention that creature's name in my presence! (Furious)
I don't know what to think of [Leader], to be totally honest. (Cautious)
I don't like [Leader] much, to be honest. (Annoyed)
I don't think much of [Leader] at all. (Annoyed)
I hardly trust [Leader] at all. (Annoyed)
I have no problems with [Leader]. (Cautious)
I have no problems with [Leader].(Pleased)
I have the feeling that [Leader] is up to something, but I can't prove it yet. (Cautious)
I haven't made up my mind yet. (Cautious)
I like [Leader]. (Pleased)
I like and trust [Leader] completely! (Friendly)
I neither like nor trust [Leader]. (Furious)
I think that the world would be better off without [Leader]. (Annoyed)
I'm adopting a "wait and see" attitude on [Leader]. (Cautious)
I'm not sure what to think of [Leader]. (Cautious)
I'm not too sure about [Leader], to be honest. (Cautious)
I’d trust [Leader] with my life! (Friendly)
No complaints here! (Pleased)
Not to be trusted at all. (Furious)
Reply hazy. Ask again later. (Cautious)
They don't come any better than [Leader]! (Friendly)
We get along fine with [Leader]. (Pleased)
We get along just fine. (Pleased)
We get along with [Leader] quite well. (Pleased)
We trust [Leader]. Sometimes. (Cautious)
We're becoming increasingly frustrated with [Leader]'s behavior! (Annoyed)
We're not quite sure yet what to think of [Leader]. (Cautious)
We're old buddies, [Leader] and I. (Friendly)
#### Reasons for Attitude

A first impression is a lasting one.
Our close borders spark tensions.
Our Defensive Pact proves that we are close friends.
Our mutual military struggle brings us closer together.
Our Open Borders have brought our people close together.
Our trade relations have been fair and forthright.
Past events have brought our people together.
Past events have drifted our people apart.
This war spoils our relationship.
We appreciate the years you have supplied us with resources.
We are upset that you have fallen under the sway of a heathen religion.
We are upset that you have signed Defensive Pacts with our rivals.
We care for our brothers and sisters of the faith.
Years of peace have strengthened our relations.
You accepted our favorite civic.
You accepted our state religion.
You agreed to come to our aid in war-time.
You agreed to stop trading with our worst enemy.
You cancelled our open border agreement!
You declared war on our friend!
You declared war on us!
You gave us help.
You gave us tribute.
You have shared your technological discoveries with us.
You have traded with our worst enemies!
You have wisely chosen your Civics.
You made an arrogant demand!
You nuked our friend!
You nuked us!
You razed a Holy City!
You razed one of our cities!
You received a tech from another civilization.
You recently made an arrogant demand!
You recently stopped trading with us!
You refused to accept our favorite civic!
You refused to accept our state religion!
You refused to give us tribute!
You refused to help us during war-time!
You refused to help us!
You refused to stop trading with our worst enemy.
You stopped trading with us.
Your spy was caught causing trouble!
## Technology Quotes

### Ancient Era

**Agriculture:** “Oh farmers, pray that your summers be wet and your winters clear.” – Virgil
**Animal Husbandry:** “Blessed shall be the fruit of thy cattle, the increase of thy kine, and the flocks of thy sheep.” – The Bible, Deuteronomy 28:4
**Archery:** “Do not throw the arrow which will return against you." – Kurdish Proverb
**Bronze Working:** “It is entirely seemly for a young man killed in battle to lie mangled by the bronze spear. In his death all things appear fair.” – Homer
**Fishing:** “Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.” – Lao Tzu
**Hunting:** “If you chase two rabbits, you will lose them both.” – Native American saying
**Masonry:** “It is from their foes, not their friends, that cities learn the lesson of building high walls.” – Aristophanes
**Meditation:** “Meditation brings wisdom, lack of wisdom leaves ignorance, know well what leads you forward and what holds you back.” – Buddha
**Mining:** “The Man who moves a mountain begins by carrying away small stones.” – Confucius
**Monotheism:** “I am the Lord thy God. Thou shalt have no other gods before me." – The Bible, Exodus
**Mysticism:** “Nature herself has imprinted on the minds of all the idea of God." – Cicero
**Polytheism:** “Not at all similar are the race of the immortal gods and the race of men who walk upon the Earth.” – Homer
**Pottery:** “Hath not the potter power over the clay, to make one vessel unto honour, and another unto dishonour?” – The Bible, Romans 9:21
**Priesthood:** “The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you. The Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace.” – The Bible, Numbers
**Sailing:** “You can't direct the wind, but you can adjust your sails.” – Unknown
**The Wheel:** “Put your shoulder to the wheel.” – Aesop
**Writing:** “True glory consists of what deserves to be written, and writing what deserves to be read.” – Pliny the Elder

## Reference

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