The Civilization series has been a staple in the world of video games for decades, and Civilization 6 has stood the test of time since its release in 2017. Boasting a rich array of leaders and gameplay mechanics, each leader’s unique attributes can significantly sway the outcome, especially depending on the map type chosen during the game.
The Pangaea map creates a massive single landmass, creating a bustling environment where all civilizations, city-states, and barbarians coexist. This can lead to tense situations with frequent conflicts, especially for leaders who aren’t prepared for territorial skirmishes. While naval leaders often find themselves at a disadvantage here, those focused on strong military prowess, land units, and domination tactics can truly shine.
Lady Six Sky: Building a Compact and Defendable Empire
Lady Six Sky, one of the new additions to Civilization 6, commands the Mayans. Their strengths lie in maintaining tightly-knit cities that offer strategic benefits like enhanced Science, Culture, or Faith outputs. Thanks to their bonuses for close-proximity cities, Mayan players can craft a compact empire focused on peace, rather than territorial expansion, which proves advantageous on a crowded Pangaea.
Shaka: Strengthening Through Conquest
In contrast, Shaka of the Zulu empire is adept at growing his empire through dominance. His units can combine into formidable Corps and Armies earlier than others, thanks to certain in-game advantages. These forces thrive on Pangaea, where early conquests can secure vast territories before opposing civilizations catch up in strength.
Tomyris: Swift Cavalry Strikes
Tomyris of Scythia is known for her overwhelming cavalry forces, making her a powerful adversary on any Pangaea map. Her ability to generate additional cavalry units allows her to build a formidable force quickly, perfect for punishing nearby civilizations through rapid and relentless assaults.
Genghis Khan: Renowned Cavalry Commander
Channeling the Mongolian legend, Genghis Khan excels with his cavalry units, which boast unmatched combat strength. His ability to convert defeated enemy cavalry units into his own makes him a relentless threat to any neighboring civilization. His trading advantage further bolsters his strategic dominance, turning his empire into a formidable force.
Hojo Takimune: Coastal Defense Mastery
Hojo Takimune, representing Japan, excels in coastal regions with his ability to bolster city defenses and enhance combat on specific tiles. His strengths lie in building resilient cities while benefiting from strategic coastal bonuses, making him a peaceful but resilient competitor on Pangaea maps.
Simón Bolívar: Master of Mobility
Simón Bolívar of Gran Colombia is known for his ability to keep his armies agile and ready for action at all times. With his units able to benefit from additional movements and not losing turns when promoted, Bolívar can swiftly traverse the map, seizing strategic opportunities and defending against potential threats with unmatched speed.
Chandragupta: Ambitious Expansionist
Last but certainly not least, Chandragupta of India combines religious unification with territorial aggression. His ability to engage in Wars of Territorial Expansion with added bonuses ensures the swift capture and assimilation of neighboring territories, leveraging diverse religious beliefs to further empower his empire with each conquest.
These leaders each offer unique strategies and advantages, shaping the way players can approach and tailor their campaigns in Civilization 6. Whether seeking peaceful prosperity or aggressive expansion, there’s a leader for every playstyle on Civilization’s diverse maps.
