Byzantium (Justinian I)

***Alternate Leader of:***

Byzantium led by Justinian I is a custom civilization mod by JFD and Janboruta, with contributions from Shadow Pope, Regalman, Urdnot\_Scott, and (allegedly) SgtWolf.

This mod requires Brave New World, and works best with Gazebo's Community Patch. It does not replace Theodora's Byzantium.

## Overview

### Byzantium

Existing for more than 1,000 years, the Byzantine Empire, centered in
the legendary city of Constantinople, was initially formed as the
eastern seat of power for the mighty Roman Empire. Located along the
trade routes connecting Europe to Asia, Constantinople grew to become
the primary trade hub in the region, flourishing despite the conflicts
that led to the decline of Rome in the west. Inspired by a number of
memorable rulers, the Byzantine Empire was also a source of great
cultural growth along the eastern Mediterranean, its affluence allowing
for grand displays of art, architecture, science, and music.

### Justinian I

   Justinian the First, known as Flavius Petrus Sabbatius Iustinianus in Latin, was emperor of the Byzantine Empire from 527 until his death in 565. His four decades of rule marked the greatest expansion of the Byzantine Empire since its split with the Roman Empire and a sweeping revival in the Christian religion.

The Empire thrived under Justinian. Thanks in no small part to the able command of Belisarius, Emperor Justinian's reach spread from Constantinople to Southern Spain, with North Africa and Italy all falling under the Byzantine grasp. Justinian's reign marked a high point for the Byzantine Empire, as shortly after his death, much of the land conquered in his name was lost. War with powerful Germanic tribes and neighboring Persia would cost the empire much of its hard-fought gains.

#### Dawn of Man

Blessings upon Christ's favoured son, Saint Justinian, Emperor of Byzantium and champion of Rome. Rome had been lost for some two centuries until your ambitious renovatio imperii. Her laws, once the beacon of the civilized world, had too fallen into disrepair. But your great feats of battle would mark Rome's closest restoration, and the great Corpus Juris Civilis would form the basis of Europe's laws for centuries to come. Yours is truly a legacy worthy of the Caesars that came before you.

Great emperor, the glory of Rome once more awaits your divine government. Can you restore her fractured lands? Can you bring law to the corners of her empire? Can you build a civilization that will stand the test of time?

**Introduction:** "I am Justinian I, Emperor of Byzantium. I expect you've come to witness the final sanctury of Rome? Well, you've found it."

**Introduction:** "Greetings. I am Justinian I, Emperor of Byzantium. Have you come to borrow some of my law books? Or to take part in my arena perhaps? Or shall we stroll the training yards?"

**Defeat:** "What will you do now? Will you pursue the dream that you have taken from me?"

**Defeat:** "My armies may lie defeated, but the fires that inspired me to seek out Rome will not be extinguished."

## Unique Attributes

 **Cataphract** (Knight)
* +5  Combat Strength.
* May use defensive terrain.
* -1  Movement.
* +50  Production cost.
* +10%  Production per city under enemy control.
 **Hippodrome** (Circus)
* .+15 XP for land units.
* Earn  Gold when a unit is trained (not purchased) in this city, equal to their starting experience.
 **Stoudion** (Garden/Monastery)
* +2  Faith.
* Missionaries purchased in this city begin with +1  Movement and have no Sight penalty.

## Music

### Events and Decisions

**Compile the Corpus Juris Civilis**
Law cannot function in tatters. We must compile all decrees past and present into a single work if we are to govern a civilized and law-abiding empire.*Requirements/Restrictions:*
* Player must be Byzantium (Justinian I).
* Must have researched Writing/Must have a Government.
* May only be enacted once per game.

*Costs:*
* 400  Gold.
* 3  Magistrate

*Rewards:*
* Grants the Legalism and Citizenship policies. For any policies that you already have, receive a free  Policy instead/Passes the Civil (System) Reform without incurring Cooldown.
* Chanceries and Magistrate's Courts can also be constructed for other cities from the  Capital.

**Restore the Roman Empire**
The once great empire that long ago spanned the world is within our reach. We need only seal her name upon our laws and the Roman Empire and her pillars of glory shall be reborn in our image.*Requirements/Restrictions:*
* Player must be Byzantium (Justinian I).
* Must have a Government.
* Must have at least 8 cities (on Standard).
* May only be enacted from the beginning of the Renaissance Era.
* May only be enacted once per game.

*Costs:*
* 2000  Gold.
* 2  Magistrate

*Rewards:*
* Civilization becomes known as Rome.
* A  Golden Age begins.
* Barracks, Courthouses, and Temples yield +2  Culture and +1  Happiness/+2  Tourism.
* Passes the Empire (State) Reform without incurring Cooldown.

### Unique Cultural Influence

"Our people are now visiting your basilicas and studying your civil law codes. I am worried the rest of the world will soon yield to the eerie ways of your empire."

## Full Credits List

 Last Updated:

* *JFD*: Author.
* *Janboruta*: Art (Civ Icon, Leader Icon, Unique Component Icons, Leaderscene).
* *Regalman*: Art (Map).
* *Urdnot\_Scott*: Design (parts of UA, Cataphract).
* *Shadow Pope*: Research (Colony List).
* *SgtWolf*: Research (City List).
* *Andreas Waldetoft:* Music
* *Typhlomence:* UniqueDiplomacyUtils.lua.

## Notes and References

1. ↑ Requires RtP: Piety.
2. ↑ Rise to Power: Sovereignty
3. ↑ Rise to Power: Sovereignty
4. ↑ Rise to Power: Sovereignty
5. ↑ Rise to Power: Sovereignty
6. ↑ Rise to Power: Sovereignty
7. ↑ Rise to Power: Sovereignty
8. ↑ Komnenós
9. ↑ Lua for Unique Diplomacy Entries