Is Alexander the Great in Civ 6?
Yes, Alexander the Great is a leader in Civilization VI (Civ 6). He is one of the six leaders to have appeared in every Civilization game to date. In Civ 6, Alexander is a Macedonian leader, unlike in previous games where he was a Greek leader.
Who is Alexander the Great?
Alexander the Great was a king of the ancient Greek kingdom of Macedon who is considered one of the greatest conquerors in history. He was born in 356 BC and died in 323 BC. He is known for his military campaigns, which resulted in the creation of a vast empire that stretched from Greece to India.
Alexander’s Agenda in Civ 6
Alexander’s unique agenda in Civ 6 is called Short Life of Glory. This means that he likes nations that are at war with each other, except for Macedon. He also doesn’t care for peaceful civilizations. As added in Gathering Storm, any grievances against him actually decay at double the normal speed.
How to Win with Alexander
To achieve victory with Alexander, you must conquer all 28 cities on the map within a number of turns determined by the difficulty level. Here is a breakdown of the victory conditions:
Difficulty Level | Victory Turns |
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Settler | 60 |
Chieftain or Warlord | 55 |
Prince or King | 50 |
Emperor or Immortal | 45 |
Deity | 37 |
Great People in Civ 6
In Civ 6, there are 9 different types of Great People: Great Admiral, Artist, Engineer, General, Merchant, Musician, Prophet, Scientist, and Writer. These Great People can be obtained through Great People points or by buying them with Gold or Faith. Here are some benefits of each Great Person:
Great Person | Benefits |
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Cathedral | +3 Faith and 1 slot for Religious Art |
Mosque | +3 Faith and Missionaries/Apostles gain +1 Spread Religion charge |
Wat | +3 Faith and +2 Science |
Gurdwara | +3 Faith, +2 Food, and +1 Housing |
Can Great People be Killed in Civ 6?
No, Great People cannot be captured by enemy military units. Instead, they automatically retreat to their owner’s nearest City Center rather than being killed. The only exception to this is a nuclear strike.
What is a Normal Age in Civ 6?
In Civ 6, a normal age is between the Dark Age and the Golden Age thresholds. If you’ve passed the Golden Age threshold, you will enter a time of great advancements and achievements for your civilization.
Conclusion
Alexander the Great is a leader in Civilization VI who offers a unique agenda and playstyle. With his ability to conquer all 28 cities on the map, he is a formidable opponent. Additionally, the Great People system in Civ 6 allows players to obtain powerful units and buildings. Overall, Alexander is a great choice for players who enjoy a challenge and want to conquer the world.