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🧩 Trait Clusters

34 clusters104 traits covered334 events gated485 options unlocked

Events rarely require a single trait. They require a cluster: a named group of traits where any one is enough. The names are the game's own, shown in the choice tooltip as Requires Charming. Each card lists a cluster's traits and the events and choices it unlocks.

Personality & archetype

The clusters a leveling character can buy into.

Charming

2 events 107 choices
any of DiplomatCunningAffableEloquentWitty
Events that only happen with this cluster 2
Extra choices this cluster unlocks 107
  • Anger from the Underworld
    “Convince [character] that the gods are not angry with us.”
    +1 Wisdom
  • Corrupt Conduct
    “[character] approval can be revoked...”
    Loses trait: RighteousLeader relationship: Owes Favor ToGain trait: Slighted
  • The Crone
    “Secretly promise to hand over the child on his eighteenth birthday.”
    Loses trait: Severely IllGain trait: Claimed
  • Under Suspicion
    “Offer better trade terms to ease tensions.”
    Remembered (leader of you): Better trade terms (+40 opinion for 20 turns)Free law: the event's law
  • Biting the Hand
    “Appeal to the masses for peace.”
    +20 XP to the character
  • Campaign Planning
    “Send the generals to defend the roads and trade routes.”
    +30 Growth (city)Carries out Trade Mission on the target (free)
  • Family Debts
    “Bring the debt collector onto the court.”
    Gain a Court Merchant-120 Money (-30/city)
  • Seditious Meetings
    “I will speak to these gatherings in person.”
    Your leader: no longer Plotting against the target+60 Happiness (city)
  • The Olympiad
    “I have prepared a rousing speech for the ceremonies.”
    +2 Legitimacy
  • Allies of Convenience
    “Win back [character] with promises of affection.”
    Your leader: no longer Jealous about the target
  • Family Politics
    “Attempt to win [character]'s trust.”
    Leader relationship: Influenced By
  • Harsh Rule
    “Convince them it is for their own good.”
  • Luxury Seekers
    “Why didn’t they just say so? The [family] are welcome to my personal supply!”
    Remembered: Shared personal supply of Luxury Resources (+40 opinion for 40 turns)-120 Money (-30/city)
  • Material Needs hidden when locked
    “Perhaps we can discuss the price…”
    -160 Money (-40/city)Begin project: Silk
  • Diplomacy By Other Means
    “Come now, it’s always worth talking!”
    Remembered: Player Offer (5 turns)Peace with the rival nation
  • Offerings to Tyre
    “Persuade the priests to settle in [rival].”
    Gain a Acolyte
  • Our City
    “Convince them that [city] is a joyless burden.”
    +40 XP to the character
  • Steal Away hidden when locked
    “Bring our guest to me. We may yet have a place for them.”
    Remembered: Convinced a noble to defect (-40 opinion for 20 turns)Gain a Court Minister
  • Violent Altercation
    “Host a feast where the two will resolve their differences.”
    +1 CharismaLeader relationship: Influenced By
  • A Friendly Request
    “We will share if you will share.”
    Acquire random TechnologyGain tech: Barding
  • Accomplices
    “Deny that the [family] had any involvement.”
    Remembered: Accepted diplomatic solution (-20 opinion for 20 turns)Remembered: International plot kept hidden (+40 opinion for 20 turns)
  • Aid to the Rebels
    “Arrange a secret accord with [rival].”
    40% chance next turn: becomes DoomedTribute to the target: 100 Civics, 10 Civics per our city
  • Dinner with a Rival
    “Surely, it is foolish to compare mortals and immortals!”
    +40 XP to the character
  • Diplomacy By Other Means
    “Come now, it’s always worth talking!”
    Remembered: Player Offer (5 turns)Peace with the rival nation
  • Send Him Out!
    “I will meet with leaders of the rebellion.”
    +80 Happiness (city)-1 Legitimacy
  • Spouse vs. Ambassador
    “We cannot compromise our Peace with the [rival] on the whim of any one person.”
  • Stop the Fighting
    “Convince [character] of the conflict's necessity.”
    Leader relationship: Conspiring With
  • War Among Friends
    “Let’s never fight again.”
    Remembered: Player Offer (5 turns)Peace with the rival nation
  • Wedding Faux Pas
    “Lighten the mood, so the guests forget.”
    +40 XP to the character
  • [tribe] Celebration
    “Forestall any rivalries by inviting both Family.”
    Remembered: Invited to tribal feast (+20 opinion for 20 turns)
  • A Jealous Suitor
    “The more dancers the merrier the dance!”
    +60 XP to the character
  • A Self Made Man
    “Placate the families with shows of gratitude for their understanding.”
    -40 Civics (-10/city)+160 Money (+40/city)
  • After the Death
    “Write a heroic, narrative account.”
    +40–400 Culture (by city tier)
  • Agent Caught
    “Convince him to share the secrets of those who left him to rot.”
    +40 Science (+10/city)The target joins the nation of the target
  • Airy and Mendacious
    “Prepare a challenge. I shall prove this sophist a liar myself!”
    Gain trait: EducatedLeader relationship: Conspiring With+1 Charisma
  • Ambitious
    “Assure [character] that we have no ill intentions.”
    Remembered: Assured of peaceful intentions (+30 opinion for 20 turns)+40 XP to the character
  • An Exodus
    “Extend an olive branch on my behalf.”
    +2 Legitimacy+1 Happiness level-5 OrdersRemembered: Ruler extended a hand in peace (+80 opinion for 20 turns)
  • Anarchy in [city]
    “Invite the council to dinner to win them over.”
    +20 XP to the character
  • Appeal Process
    “Woo him with flattery.”
    Leader relationship: Lover Of
  • As Iron Sharpens Iron
    “I will form an unbreakable friendship with him.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To
  • As Iron Sharpens Iron
    “I will form an unbreakable friendship with him.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To
  • As Iron Sharpens Iron
    “I will form an unbreakable friendship with him.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To
  • As Iron Sharpens Iron
    “I will form an unbreakable friendship with him.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To
  • As Iron Sharpens Iron
    “I will form an unbreakable friendship with him.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To
  • As Iron Sharpens Iron
    “I will form an unbreakable friendship with him.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To
  • As Iron Sharpens Iron
    “I will form an unbreakable friendship with him.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To
  • As Iron Sharpens Iron
    “I will form an unbreakable friendship with him.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To
  • As Iron Sharpens Iron
    “I will form an unbreakable friendship with him.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To
  • As Iron Sharpens Iron
    “I will form an unbreakable friendship with him.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To
  • As Iron Sharpens Iron
    “I will form an unbreakable friendship with him.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To
  • As Iron Sharpens Iron
    “I will form an unbreakable friendship with him.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To
  • As Iron Sharpens Iron
    “I will form an unbreakable friendship with him.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To
  • As Iron Sharpens Iron
    “I will form an unbreakable friendship with him.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To
  • As Iron Sharpens Iron
    “I will form an unbreakable friendship with him.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To
  • As Iron Sharpens Iron
    “I will form an unbreakable friendship with him.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To
  • As Iron Sharpens Iron
    “I will form an unbreakable friendship with him.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To
  • As Iron Sharpens Iron
    “I will form an unbreakable friendship with him.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To
  • As Iron Sharpens Iron
    “I will form an unbreakable friendship with him.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To
  • As Iron Sharpens Iron
    “I will form an unbreakable friendship with him.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To
  • As Iron Sharpens Iron
    “I will form an unbreakable friendship with him.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To
  • Assassination Investigation
    “Still your blade and let me speak with him first.”
    Leader relationship: Suspicious Of
  • Assassination Investigation
    “Still your blade and let me speak with him first.”
    Leader relationship: Suspicious Of
  • Audited
    “Make [character] a merchant of the court.”
    Gain a Court MerchantLeader relationship: Influenced By-40 Civics (-10/city)
  • Bad News
    “[character] owes me a favor...”
    Send to the target: +240 Money, +60 Money per our cityThe rival nation goes to war with the target
  • Baseless Accusations
    “Make a case for our suspicions.”
    Leader relationship: Vengeful AgainstGain trait: Intelligent
  • Blood in the Streets
    “Personally make an appeal to both groups of followers, in the name of respect and unity.”
    Remembered: Impressed angry priests (+20 opinion for 20 turns)
  • Boastful Heir
    “You rule well, and so will [character] one day.”
    Remembered: Smoothed over my boast (+20 opinion for 20 turns)Remembered: Smoothed over my heir's boast (+20 opinion for 20 turns)
  • Border Dispute
    “Convince the [tribe] leader of our peaceful intentions.”
    Remembered: Treated with our leader (+20 opinion for 20 turns)+2 Legitimacy+40 Happiness (city)
  • Breaking the Fear
    “We shall reconcile our differences.”
    Leader relationship: Influenced By
  • Brother against Brother
    “Lead the meeting with [character], with [character] support.”
    Leader relationship: Influenced By
  • Calamities Drought Tribe Harvest
    “Surely there is enough food for all.”
    Remembered: Shared a harvest with us during a drought (+20 opinion for 40 turns)
  • Camels and Paws
    “I'm sure we can work out an arrangement.”
    -120 Money (-30/city)Leader relationship: Influenced By
  • Concession
    “Perhaps a marriage into the royal line will bring stability?”
    Remembered: Married into our royal succession (+40 opinion for 40 turns)Arranges a marriage
  • Day of the Dupes
    “For the good of [rival], we can find a way to share power.”
    +120 Civics (+30/city)Remembered: Resolved a power struggle (+20 opinion for 40 turns)
  • Dead Reckoning
    “See that [character] clears up this misunderstanding.”
    Leader relationship: Holds Favor From
  • Defaced
    “We will meet and resolve our differences.”
    Loses trait: SlightedLeader relationship: Influenced By
  • Denouncement
    “I will remind them of [rival]'s sovereign rights.”
    +40 XP to the character
  • Dinner with Rivals
    “Surely, it is foolish to compare mortals and immortals!”
    +40 XP to the character
  • Family Scuffle hidden when locked
    “Come now, let us end this needless quarrel without any mutual hostilities.”
  • Fatal Attraction
    “We shall hold a state funeral for the deceased.”
    -80 Money (-20/city)Gain trait: Gracious
  • Hostile Neighbors
    “Persuade the soldiers to trade.”
    Remembered (leader of you): Persuaded us to trade with you (+40 opinion for 40 turns)Trade with the target: +200 Money, -40 Food+2 Legitimacy
  • In Their Place
    “The [tribe] have suffered enough. We will not impose further hardship.”
    Remembered: Refused to change Law (-40 opinion for 20 turns)+1 Charisma
  • Incident at [city]
    “Encourage the two to make amends.”
    Leader relationship: Influenced By
  • Jealous Savage
    “As ruler, I have a right to any lover I choose.”
    Gain trait: Wanton
  • Lost in Translation
    “We can exchange some of our own cattle with the [rival].”
    +1 LegitimacyRemembered: Settled a contract dispute (+40 opinion for 40 turns)
  • Neighbors
    “Wait, wait, let me explain...”
  • Peaceful Emissary
    “Let us work out an agreement for the ages!”
    +1 Wisdom
  • Power Struggles
    “We must tread carefully in these early days of rule. Let's meet with the two factions.”
    Remembered: Sorted out a family dispute in a diplomatic way (+20 opinion for 40 turns)
  • Recognized!
    “Promise a favor in return for your life.”
  • Returning Emissary
    “...accept our apologies and overlook the offense... for now.”
    +20–200 Culture (by city tier)
  • Submission
    “Let us charm your men and forget these thoughts of war.”
    +40 XP to the character
  • Tense Meeting
    “Convince him that you can work together.”
    +1 CharismaYour leader: no longer Plotting against the target
  • The Baths of [city]
    “I will meet with the farmers. Surely we can work out a compromise.”
    +60 Happiness (city)+2 Legitimacy+20 XP to the character
  • The Coming [event]
    “Establish trade with our nearest neighbors.”
    Trade with the target: +200 Food, -400 Money
  • The Fool
    “He will be my private tutor in the art of jest.”
    +1 CharismaGain a Court Minister
  • The Polemicist
    “Rebut [character] publicly so all may see his foolishness.”
    Leader relationship: Estranged From+4 Legitimacy
  • The Problem at Hand
    “Perhaps our nations can work through this problem together.”
    Remembered: Player Offer (5 turns)Peace with the rival nation+2 Legitimacy
  • Tribal Migration
    “Persuade them to leave peacefully.”
    +40 Happiness (city)
  • Trouble at Court
    “Find a mutually beneficial solution.”
    The target: Conspiring with the target+20 XP to the character
  • Ultimatum
    “I will help them improve their methods of coercion.”
    +1 Courage
  • Wayward Son
    “Convince him to return to his homeland and heal the divide between our nations.”
    Remembered: Returned wayward son (+40 opinion for 40 turns)Trade with the target: +40 Science
  • Leading The Next Generation
    “We were more than all that. We were inseparable.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To
  • Leading The Next Generation
    “I was blessed to know him. He was a shining beacon in the court.”
    Leader relationship: Conspiring With
  • Leading The Next Generation
    “I am a humble servant who labors for the good of the people.”
    Leader relationship: Interceded For
  • Leading The Next Generation
    “I am a humble servant who labors for the good of the people.”
    Leader relationship: Interceded For
  • Leading The Next Generation
    “I am a humble servant who labors for the good of the people.”
    Leader relationship: Interceded For
  • Leading The Next Generation
    “I am a humble servant who labors for the good of the people.”
    Leader relationship: Interceded For

Covert

27 events 64 choices
any of SchemerDeceitfulCunningRuthless
Events that only happen with this cluster 27
Extra choices this cluster unlocks 64
  • Contender
    “Force [character] into the clergy.”
    Leader relationship: Vengeful AgainstThe target becomes clergy of their religion
  • Personal Influence
    “I will provide him with false information to give to the [family].”
    Leader relationship: Influenced ByRemembered: Pleased with ruler (+20 opinion for 40 turns)
  • Rapid Disposal
    “Offer condolences to the [family].”
    Remembered: Offered condolences following a tragic death (+20 opinion for 20 turns)+20 XP to the character
  • Return of the Prophet
    “Hire an assassin to deal with them.”
    The rival nation goes to war with the targetThe character is killedLeader relationship: Assassinated BySteam achievement (if the target is an heir): Assassinated HeirSteam achievement (if the target leads a rival nation): Assassinated Another LeaderRemembered: Assassination exposed (-80 opinion for 40 turns)
  • The Crone
    “Secretly promise to hand over the child on his eighteenth birthday.”
    Loses trait: Severely IllGain trait: Claimed
  • Poisoned
    “No. I don't know who it could be.”
    Leader relationship: Owes Favor ToYour leader: no longer Plotting against the target
  • Agent Discovered
    “Have [character] make contact, pretending to be a traitor.”
    The target becomes agent in the target
  • [religion] Pilgrims
    “Take the pilgrims hostage. We can use them as leverage in the war.”
    Remembered: Took pilgrims approaching our Holy City hostage (-20 opinion for 40 turns)+20 XP to the character
  • Influence of Council
    “Let us talk about other possibilities.”
    Gain trait: CunningLeader relationship: Conspiring With
  • Influence of Council
    “Let us talk about other possibilities.”
    Gain trait: CunningLeader relationship: Conspiring With
  • Influence of Council
    “Let us talk about other possibilities.”
    Gain trait: CunningLeader relationship: Conspiring With
  • Our Conservative Elders
    “I will wear a beard to resemble a man.”
    Gain trait: Intelligent
  • The Best of Friends
    “Make a convincing excuse.”
    +40 XP to the character
  • The Exile Army
    “Invite [character] to return home, to a trap.”
    Gain trait: ImprisonedLoses trait: Exiled
  • [rival] Plotters
    “Befriend them, and lead them into a trap.”
    +60 XP to the characterCarries out Assassinate on the target
  • A Twisted Scheme
    “This is merely a ruse to train his army, easily dealt with.”
    +2 Legitimacy-80 Training (-20/city)
  • Fifth Column
    “If [rival] troops encounter a [family] patrol, that would buy time for repairs.”
    +100% HP to the city
  • Intercessional Debate
    “There’s always another way, pressure [character] instead.”
    Leader relationship: Interceded For-80 Training (-20/city)
  • A Flirtation
    “Show no reaction whatsoever.”
  • A Twisted Scheme
    “This is merely a ruse to train his army, easily dealt with.”
    +2 Legitimacy-80 Training (-20/city)
  • Give an inch
    “I was pressured into these policies by the [family].”
    Your leader: no longer Disappointed with the targetRemembered: Blamed for harsh laws (-20 opinion for 20 turns)
  • Keeping Up Appearances
    “That would disappoint [character]. But not if he is dead.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared ToCarries out Assassinate on the target
  • Reassurance
    “Let us keep our role in this quiet.”
  • The Holy Bakers
    “Lie to the clergy, warning them that the bakers have an unsavory reputation.”
    +50 Growth (city)
  • The Queen's Claim hidden when locked
    “Give [character] some gold to change his story.”
    -160 Money (-40/city)The marriage is dissolvedLeader relationship: Endeared To
  • The Way Forward
    “Yes, fine. I will do what I can.”
    Remembered: Lied about intentions (-20 opinion for 20 turns)+2 Orders
  • [character]
    “[character] power must be... curtailed.”
    Carries out Scheme Against a Rival on the target (free)
  • [character] The Benevolent
    “Send agents to [city]. See if there are other tales of [character] to tell.”
    50% chance next turn: becomes Infamous+20 XP to the character
  • A Delicate Matter
    “I sense [character] may have some reluctance to return the throne to [character].”
    The character is killedLeader relationship: Owes Favor ToThe target seizes the target's throne
  • A Game at Dinner
    “Quickly switch plates with [character].”
    +6 LegitimacyThe character is killed
  • An Exodus
    “Poison the wine of their acolytes.”
    1 rebel unit appear+120 Money (+30/city)+20 Happiness (city)The character is killedLeader relationship: Assassinated BySteam achievement (if the target is an heir): Assassinated HeirSteam achievement (if the target leads a rival nation): Assassinated Another LeaderRemembered: Assassination exposed (-80 opinion for 40 turns)Remembered: Murdered bloodline (-40 opinion for 40 turns)
  • An Unexpected Guest
    “Interesting.”
    Leader relationship: Blackmailed By
  • An Urgent Matter!
    “Pretend to have fallen for this Scheme, but have the Wood sabotaged before it reaches [rival].”
    +60 XP to the character-100 Wood (-35/city)
  • Between Us
    “Share, but give him faulty information.”
    +40 Science (+10/city)Leader relationship: Suspicious Of
  • Brother against Brother
    “Lead the meeting with [character], with [character] support.”
    Leader relationship: Influenced By
  • Close to Power
    “Our spy should slip something into [character]'s drink.”
    Gain trait: Poisoned
  • Culinary Escapades
    “Have the cook captured and secreted into our kitchens.”
    Remembered (all families): Impressed by 'your' chef (+20 opinion for 40 turns)-120 Money (-30/city)
  • Cured of their Demons
    “There's only one foolproof way to get those demons out...”
    The character is killedLeader relationship: Assassinated BySteam achievement (if the target is an heir): Assassinated HeirSteam achievement (if the target leads a rival nation): Assassinated Another LeaderRemembered: Assassination exposed (-80 opinion for 40 turns)Remembered: Honored our beliefs (+40 opinion for 40 turns)
  • Eloped!
    “Claim the wedding was planned, to save face.”
    +40 XP to the character
  • Eloped!
    “Claim the wedding was planned, to save face.”
    +40 XP to the character
  • Era of Peace
    “Take advantage of our neighbors’ naivety by stealing their secrets.”
    Remembered: Betrayed our trust during an era of peace (-40 opinion for 40 turns)+40 Science (+10/city)
  • Fallen Spymaster: Street Ambush
    “Ah! Time to leave.”
    +1 Wisdom
  • Food Crisis
    “Reassure the family heads that you have a plan.”
    +40 XP to the character
  • Foreign Rule
    “[character] is a fool, but surely this envoy can teach us things we don’t yet know.”
    Reveals the target player's territoryRemembered: Held a noble hostage (+20 opinion for 40 turns)+20 Science (+5/city)Leader relationship: Disappointed WithLeader relationship: Vengeful Against
  • Hired Killers
    “The court will root out all conspirators.”
    +1 LegitimacyGain a Officer-40 Training (-10/city)
  • Love Kills
    “Turn the charges back on [character].”
    Leader relationship: Vengeful Against+1 Wisdom
  • Moment of Weakness
    “Perhaps I can fool [rival] into confronting [rival] instead.”
    The rival nation goes to war with the target
  • Paranoid
    “Gift him with laborers... who are diseased.”
    Leader relationship: Influenced ByBegin project: Diseased Citizens
  • Payment in Full
    “Attempt to deceive the crone with lies.”
  • Poisoned Tips
    “The [unit] should adapt the poison for their own weapons.”
    The unit gains Strike I
  • Pressure from [religion]
    “Maybe [character] should replace [character] instead?”
  • Recognized!
    “Convince one of them to betray the others.”
  • Sacred Games
    “Suggest that he tries cheating.”
    Leader relationship: Influenced By
  • Safe Passage
    “Smuggle her with goods on the supply road.”
    Gain a PoetLeader relationship: Disappointed With
  • Settlement Demand
    “I will rid myself of [character] one way or another.”
    Carries out Assassinate on the target
  • Suspicions Confirmed
    “Convince [character] that I am not involved.”
    Your leader: no longer Suspicious of the targetGain trait: Cunning
  • The Baths of [city]
    “Close the baths for “maintenance”. Nobles and those with sufficient coin may still attend.”
    Begin project: Private BathsRemembered (all families): Granted us exclusive access to City Baths (+20 opinion for 20 turns)
  • The Case of the Horse
    “I knew that already; we are heating the oil to pour on them as we speak!”
    Remembered: Player Offer (5 turns)Truce with the rival nation
  • The Civil War Continues
    “Tell [character] the time has come to negotiate. Then ready the knives.”
    -10 Legitimacy75% chance next turn: becomes Doomed5% chance next turn: becomes Doomed
  • The Great Divide
    “Start planning to install [character] as the head of [religion].”
    Converts to the target religion
  • Tribal Alliance
    “Promise to return the gifts, but then keep them.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To
  • Troubled Companion
    “Perhaps we can discuss this in a dark alley later.”
    The character is killedLeader relationship: Assassinated BySteam achievement (if the target is an heir): Assassinated HeirSteam achievement (if the target leads a rival nation): Assassinated Another LeaderRemembered: Assassination exposed (-80 opinion for 40 turns)Leader relationship: Lover Of
  • Wagging the Dog
    “Convince him that some of his own People are plotting to assassinate him and offer to assist in uncovering the plot.”
    Leader relationship: Influenced By
  • Wicked Charges
    “Blackmail [character] with one of his secrets.”
    Leader relationship: Owes Favor To+40 XP to the character

Devout

18 events 68 choices
any of ZealotSuperstitiousPiousProphetAscetic
Events that only happen with this cluster 18
Extra choices this cluster unlocks 68
  • Against the Unholy
    “Convince [character] and [character] to rethink their actions.”
    +1 Charisma
  • Inappropriate Faith
    “The [family] family needs to be convinced that [religion] is the true faith.”
    +2 LegitimacyRemembered: Honored our beliefs (+40 opinion for 40 turns)Remembered: Enlightened Us (+20 opinion for 40 turns)
  • Killed In Cold Water
    “Demons possessed them! Prayers and feasts in [city] will drive out the evil!”
    +60 Happiness (city)+20–200 Culture (by city tier)-160 Money (-40/city)
  • Distasteful
    “I will pray with [character] for guidance.”
    Free theology: the event's theology
  • Silphium
    “Explain to [character] why the supply is essential for the [family].”
    Begin project: Silphium
  • The Twenty Saints
    “We will raise a monument to their sacrifice.”
    Remembered: Built a shrine to martyrs (+40 opinion for 40 turns)Add Improvement: Christian Temple
  • A Holy State
    “I keep my own beliefs, as should you.”
    Gain trait: Humble+8 Orders
  • Adrift
    “Aid them in their voyage to a new land.”
    Gain trait: CompassionateThe religion spreads to the target
  • Era of Exploration not in CM
    “This would offend the gods, and bring destruction upon our heads.”
    Free law: Divine Rule+1 Happiness level (every city)+6 border tiles (every city)
  • Holy War
    “[rival] Gods shall smite these unbelievers!”
    +6 LegitimacyRemembered: Player Offer (5 turns)The rival nation declares war on youGain a Court Soldier
  • Other World
    “Spend your time teaching [character] about [religion].”
    Converts to the target religion
  • Religious Uprising
    “How dare they question the supremacy of [religion]!”
    -5 Orders-80 Training (-20/city)Remembered: Violently responded to discontent (-80 opinion for 40 turns)
  • Wrath of the Gods
    “I will ease their concerns with my knowledge of [religion].”
    +20 XP to the character
  • Coming of Age
    “I will lead the prayers myself on this joyous occasion.”
    +2 Legitimacy
  • Deep Divisions
    “Convince the leaders to work together.”
    Remembered: Sought religious accord (+20 opinion for 80 turns)
  • Gift of the Gods
    “Dedicate some of the city's priests to encoding and exploring these ideas.”
    +20 Science (+5/city)-40 Civics (-10/city)
  • Interfaith Dialogue
    “I will attend one of such interfaith events myself.”
    +1 Legitimacy+20–200 Culture (by city tier)Remembered: Encouraged interfaith dialogue (+20 opinion for 40 turns)
  • The Diviner
    “Demand a message from the gods.”
    Acquire random Technology
  • The Religion of [character]
    “Impress [character] with your dedication to the faith.”
    Leader relationship: Influenced By
  • Bow Before Us
    “[rival] should try [religion].”
    Remembered: Would not convert (-20 opinion for 20 turns)Remembered: Spread our true faith (+20 opinion for 20 turns)The religion spreads to the target
  • Devoted Followers
    “My faith is between me and the divine.”
    Remembered: Showed devotion to the faith (+20 opinion for 20 turns)
  • Draw of the Forbidden Ways
    “Have the killed to guide [character] away from this dangerous path.”
    +1 Discipline
  • High Priest of Assyrian Paganism
    “Spare no expense in honoring the divine.”
    Gain a Acolyte-120 Money (-30/city)+40–400 Culture (by city tier)+40 Civics (+10/city)
  • High Priest of Babylonian Paganism
    “Spare no expense in honoring the divine.”
    Gain a Acolyte-120 Money (-30/city)+40–400 Culture (by city tier)+40 Civics (+10/city)
  • High Priest of Carthaginian Paganism
    “Spare no expense in honoring the divine.”
    Gain a Acolyte-120 Money (-30/city)+40–400 Culture (by city tier)+40 Civics (+10/city)
  • High Priest of Egyptian Paganism
    “Spare no expense in honoring the divine.”
    Gain a Acolyte-120 Money (-30/city)+40–400 Culture (by city tier)+40 Civics (+10/city)
  • High Priest of Greek Paganism
    “Spare no expense in honoring the divine.”
    Gain a Acolyte-120 Money (-30/city)+40–400 Culture (by city tier)+40 Civics (+10/city)
  • High Priest of Persian Paganism
    “Spare no expense in honoring the divine.”
    Gain a Acolyte-120 Money (-30/city)+40–400 Culture (by city tier)+40 Civics (+10/city)
  • High Priest of Roman Paganism
    “Spare no expense in honoring the divine.”
    Gain a Acolyte-120 Money (-30/city)+40–400 Culture (by city tier)+40 Civics (+10/city)
  • Taken by the Sea hidden when locked
    “We must do better lest we face further punishment.”
    +3 OrdersProgress ambition: Four MonasteryRemembered: Recent Ambition (7 turns)
  • Taken by the Sea hidden when locked
    “We must do better lest we face further punishment.”
    +3 OrdersProgress ambition: Four TempleRemembered: Recent Ambition (7 turns)
  • Taken by the Sea hidden when locked
    “We must do better lest we face further punishment.”
    +3 OrdersProgress ambition: Three CathedralRemembered: Recent Ambition (7 turns)
  • A Show of Faith
    “Lead a public service in the capital.”
    Remembered: Gave support (+40 opinion for 40 turns)-80 Money (-20/city)
  • Ban Manichaeism?
    “Reach out to [rival] about your shared beliefs.”
    Remembered: Shared faith with ruler (+40 opinion for 20 turns)Remembered: Banned our gatherings (+20 opinion for 20 turns)
  • Blessing of Arinnitti
    “Nothing is more important than the blessing of the gods.”
    Remembered: Gave support (+40 opinion for 40 turns)Leader relationship: Conspiring With
  • Blinded by the Light
    “It is time for us all to seek divine protection.”
    Adopts the event's religion as state religionBegin project: Protection Edicts
  • Dedication of Arinnitti
    “Nothing is more important than the blessing of the gods.”
    Remembered: Gave support (+40 opinion for 40 turns)Leader relationship: Conspiring With
  • Displeasure of Arinnitti
    “Nothing is more important than the blessing of the gods.”
    Remembered: Gave support (+40 opinion for 40 turns)Leader relationship: Conspiring With
  • Divine Punishment
    “Order extra worship to appease.”
    Remembered: Accepted divine anger (+20 opinion for 40 turns)
  • Easter
    “Remind [character] on the importance of forgiveness.”
    Leader relationship: Influenced By
  • Era of Corruption not in CM
    “We must change. These are eternal matters. We should not sell sins as if they were chattel.”
    +2 CharismaFree law: Calligraphy+1 Happiness level
  • Heated Debate
    “I will make an appeal to both sides.”
    +1 Charisma
  • Holy War
    “[rival] Gods shall smite these unbelievers!”
    +6 LegitimacyRemembered: Player Offer (5 turns)The rival nation declares war on youGain a Court Soldier
  • Intercessional Compulsion
    “Smooth things over with the clergy.”
    Remembered: Kept the peace (+40 opinion for 40 turns)Leader relationship: Influenced By
  • Keepsake
    “Dedicate it in a prayer for [character].”
    +1 Charisma
  • Locust Swarms
    “We have offended the gods and must offer sacrifices!”
    -75 Food (-25/city)
  • Miracle Worker
    “Claim that's power is undeniable and should be supported throughout [rival].”
    Adopts the event's religion as state religion
  • Miracle Worker
    “Claim that's power is undeniable and should be supported throughout [rival].”
    Adopts the event's religion as state religionFree law: the event's law
  • Mystical Tribe
    “The Spirits call us to dance together as one!”
    -1 LegitimacyRemembered: Tribe Offer (5 turns)Peace with the rival nation
  • Nomos
    “From the divine.”
    Gain trait: Pious
  • People of [city] hidden when locked
    “I saw this coming. Join [character] in [city] at once.”
    The religion spreads to the targetLeader relationship: Endeared To-2 Orders
  • Persecution in [city]
    “Convert him to [religion].”
    Your leader: no longer Vengeful against the targetConverts to the target religion
  • Religious Debate
    “Your piety impresses them both.”
    Remembered: Honored our beliefs (+40 opinion for 40 turns)
  • Resistance to Atenism
    “Explain to the priests that the gods they worship are but manifestations of Aten.”
    +2 Legitimacy+1 Charisma
  • River Crossing
    “The river is clearly sacred, we must find a natural crossing.”
    -4 OrdersRemembered: Respected our sacred ground (+40 opinion for 40 turns)
  • Secret Rituals
    “I am fascinated by these secret festivals. Tell me more.”
    Leader relationship: Conspiring With
  • Sword of the Fallen
    “That sword is cursed, and I will not take it.”
    +1 Wisdom
  • The Cracked Earth
    “The gods will watch over [rival].”
    +60 Happiness (city)
  • The Final Fight
    “I am the Saoshyant!”
    Gain trait: Saoshyant
  • The Right Way of Worship
    “Send a message reassuring [character] that he will be heard.”
    +1 Wisdom
  • The Ziggurat Crumbles
    “Let’s add to its grandeur by building an inner shrine dedicated to [religion].”
    -50 Civics-200 Money-300 Stone+4 Legitimacy+1 Charisma+1 Happiness levelRemembered: Restored and Improved The Ziggurat (+40 opinion for 40 turns)
  • To Waver
    “Help [character] restore his faith in.”
    -4 OrdersLeader relationship: Endeared To
  • Wounded General
    “Ask for divine intervention.”
    Gain trait: Severely Wounded
  • Wrath of the Watchers
    “This throne is plagued by spirits.”
    The target abdicates the throne+2 Wisdom
  • Carrying the Torch
    “We were close, but God was always our focus.”
    Leader relationship: In Love With
  • Carrying the Torch
    “I am a humble servant of God. I was blessed to know him.”
    Leader relationship: Conspiring With
  • Carrying the Torch
    “I am a humble servant of God.”
    Leader relationship: Interceded For
  • Carrying the Torch
    “I am a humble servant of God.”
    Leader relationship: Interceded For
  • Carrying the Torch
    “I am a humble servant of God.”
    Leader relationship: Interceded For
  • Carrying the Torch
    “I am a servant of the divine.”
    Leader relationship: Interceded For

Martial

also "Military"
35 events 23 choices
any of HeroCommanderTacticianZealot
Events that only happen with this cluster 35
Extra choices this cluster unlocks 23
  • A Deadly Request
    “Disarming [character] will be easy.”
    Gain trait: Imprisoned+4 Legitimacy+20 XP to the character
  • The Enemy of my Friend is my Friend
    “No one makes demands of [rival]!”
    Remembered: Declared War on us (-80 opinion for 40 turns)Remembered: Player Offer (5 turns)You declare war on the rival nationRemembered: You chose us over another empire (+40 opinion for 20 turns)+60 XP to the character
  • General Devotion
    “Bring [character] back in line with a reminder of a General’s duties.”
    Leader relationship: Influenced By
  • Bloodsport hidden when locked
    “Let us use the games to test our soldiers.”
    Gain a OfficerBegin project: Gladiators
  • Dungeons of Insanity
    “They shall die by my hand.”
    Gain trait: BloodthirstyThe character is killedLeader relationship: Assassinated BySteam achievement (if the target is an heir): Assassinated HeirSteam achievement (if the target leads a rival nation): Assassinated Another LeaderRemembered: Assassination exposed (-80 opinion for 40 turns)
  • Commemoration
    “You think too abstractly. We will celebrate our triumph with sword and spear!”
    -200 MoneyBegin project: Gladiators
  • [character] Mark hidden when locked
    “My sword has never failed me. With my armies I shall claim vengeance.”
    +6 LegitimacyRemembered: Player Offer (5 turns)The rival nation declares war on you
  • Ancestral Claim
    “I will show them how to take a city.”
    Remembered: Threatened our Cities (-40 opinion for 40 turns)+80 Training (+20/city)Progress ambition: Two Capture CitiesRemembered: Recent Ambition (7 turns)
  • Blessing of Tarhun
    “We shall fight for the gods, together!”
    +1 Polearm Infantry unitRemembered: Gave support (+40 opinion for 40 turns)-75 Iron (-25/city)
  • Brother against Brother
    “Refuse the help and lure the most fervent rebels into a fight.”
    2 rebel units appear (every family's cities)+2 Courage
  • Call to Action
    “I will find other ways to support our troops.”
    +1 Heavy Infantry unit
  • Dedication of Tarhun
    “We shall fight for the gods, together!”
    +1 Polearm Infantry unitRemembered: Gave support (+40 opinion for 40 turns)-75 Iron (-25/city)
  • Disciplined Tribe
    “Perhaps we can learn from their formations?”
    +120 Training (+30/city)
  • Displeasure of Tarhun
    “We shall fight for the gods, together!”
    +1 Polearm Infantry unitRemembered: Gave support (+40 opinion for 40 turns)-75 Iron (-25/city)
  • Drought Adept hidden when locked
    “Our armies would see greater benefit from conventional training.”
    Gain a Officer-60 Training (-15/city)
  • Enemy General Killed
    “Invite the officer to your court.”
    Gain a Court Soldier
  • Heir to Heir
    “Use the correspondence to gather military intelligence.”
    Reveals the target player's territoryGain trait: Cunning
  • Influence Inflicted
    “Fighting is the only language he will understand.”
    Leader relationship: Influenced By
  • Lover and Husband
    “Ah my loves, you can't stop me.”
    The marriage is dissolvedLeader relationship: Vengeful Against
  • Payment in Full
    “Fight the crone for [character].”
  • Political Prisoner
    “Fight them for possession of the prisoner.”
    Remembered: Freed political prisoner (-40 opinion for 40 turns)Gain a Court MinisterRemembered: Saved from peril (+60 opinion, permanent)
  • The Tide of Battle
    “I will lead the charge myself.”
    Gain trait: Scarred
  • Unnatural Threat
    “We must defend against any who aim to take advantage of the [event].”
    +80 Training (+20/city)

Terrifying

8 events 33 choices
any of HeroCruelBloodthirstyFierceRuthlessInsaneDictatorHated DictatorDespised Dictator
Events that only happen with this cluster 8
Extra choices this cluster unlocks 33
  • Let the Land Burn
    “Raze the city until nothing stands.”
    Leader relationship: Terrified OfThe city is razed
  • Vying for Favor
    “The diplomats use the fear of your name to make the [rival] back off.”
    Remembered: Tribe Offer (5 turns)Peace with the rival nation
  • Allies of Convenience
    “Threaten [character] to stay away from [character].”
    Leader relationship: Terrified Of
  • Antihero
    “It is [character] who shall be crushed, by my hand!”
    +6 LegitimacyRemembered: Player Offer (5 turns)The rival nation declares war on you+160 Training (+40/city)
  • Dishonor Our Ancestors
    “Enough questioning my authority.”
    Leader relationship: Terrified Of
  • Prophet in Chains
    “Throw him back in the dungeons. These are the ravings of a mad man.”
    Remembered: Disrespected our beliefs (-20 opinion for 40 turns)
  • Shared Histories
    “You should not have come here, [character].”
    Remembered (all rivals): Assassination exposed (-80 opinion for 40 turns)The character is killed+1 Courage
  • The Menace Eliminated
    “The killer's execution should be public. And, of course, slow...”
    +2 Legitimacy+1 Happiness level
  • Ambushed General
    “Warn the [rival] of untold horrors if they do not return [character].”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To
  • A Broken Soul
    “Torture will exorcise the demons that plague him.”
    Gain a random trait
  • A Messy Affair
    “Make filthy jokes at [character]'s expense.”
    +20 XP to the character
  • Antihero
    “It is [character] who shall be crushed, by my hand!”
    +6 LegitimacyRemembered: Player Offer (5 turns)The rival nation declares war on you+160 Training (+40/city)
  • Brawls In [city]
    “Kill all those "pilgrims" and take whatever they had on them.”
    +120 Money (+30/city)+30 Food (+10/city)+60 Happiness (city)
  • Burdens
    “You dare try to usurp my power? You shall not get another chance.”
    The character is killedLeader relationship: Assassinated BySteam achievement (if the target is an heir): Assassinated HeirSteam achievement (if the target leads a rival nation): Assassinated Another LeaderRemembered: Assassination exposed (-80 opinion for 40 turns)
  • Buried
    “Make known your plan to rebuild the prison with room for many [family].”
    +3 Orders
  • Culinary Escapades
    “Lavish praise on the food then have the cook ‘disappear’.”
    Remembered: Praised our chef (+20 opinion for 40 turns)
  • Era's End
    “At last we will take what is ours.”
    +80 Training (+20/city)
  • Fallen Spymaster: Shadows and Blades
    “Charge the bastard and tackle them off the balcony!”
    Gain trait: Severely Wounded
  • Honor Among Raiders
    “I want [tribe] submission, not respect. They will have to share more with us.”
    +240 Money (+60/city)+30 Food (+10/city)Remembered: Extorted us for resources (-40 opinion for 40 turns)
  • In Their Place
    “Slavery is more than the [tribe] deserve. We will purge them from the land.”
    +2 LegitimacyGain trait: Ruthless
  • Monkey Philosophy
    “Order your guards to kill the monkey.”
    Gain trait: StrictGain trait: Bitter
  • New Strings
    “I shall be rid of them... Invite them to perform a concert on the roof of the palace and let my Royal Guard use them as target practice, then hire replacements.”
    +60 Training (+15/city)
  • Persecuted Faith
    “It is time for [character] to embrace [religion].”
    Changes the state religionLeader relationship: Estranged From
  • Petty
    “Send [character] a message. Deal with the hooligans.”
    A unit is killedLeader relationship: Terrified Of
  • Secret Rituals
    “We must prune this family line before it grows.”
    Carries out Assassinate on the targetGain trait: Doomed
  • Show Respect
    “In this court, all bow to me, [character].”
    +40 XP to the characterGains a random leader relationship
  • Tense Meeting
    “Describe the reckoning that will come if he continues.”
    Leader relationship: Terrified OfYour leader: no longer Plotting against the target
  • The Menace Eliminated
    “The killer's execution should be public. And, of course, slow...”
    +2 Legitimacy+1 Happiness level
  • The Right Price
    “Remind [character] of what happens to those who betray me.”
    Gain trait: Loyal
  • The Runaway Prince
    “Return [character] and claim he attempted to sell [rival] secrets.”
    The character is killedRemembered: Returned traitorous heir (+20 opinion for 20 turns)+40 XP to the character
  • The Stolen Scrolls
    “Demand repayment for their theft.”
    +60 Science (+15/city)
  • The Upper Hand
    “There will be no mercy or negotiation with treason.”
    The character is killedLeader relationship: Assassinated BySteam achievement (if the target is an heir): Assassinated HeirSteam achievement (if the target leads a rival nation): Assassinated Another LeaderRemembered: Assassination exposed (-80 opinion for 40 turns)
  • Tribal Hero not in CM
    “Punish the soldiers that let him escape.”
    -4 HP to the unitThe unit gains Steadfast
  • Two Mothers One Child
    “They can each have half of the child.”
    +4 LegitimacyRemembered (all families): You murdered a child in a dispute between two mothers (-40 opinion for 20 turns)

Villainous

19 events 19 choices
any of CorruptGreedyBloodthirstyRuthlessDeceitful
Events that only happen with this cluster 19
Extra choices this cluster unlocks 19
  • Childhood Fight
    “[character] must learn fear. Torture [character].”
    Gain trait: CruelThe target: Terrified of the targetGain trait: Imprisoned
  • Intercessional Confusion
    “Do it properly this time, or else.”
    Leader relationship: Interceded ForLeader relationship: Terrified Of
  • Let My Person Go
    “Agree to releasing [character]... for the right price.”
    Loses trait: ImprisonedLeader relationship: Estranged From+75 Iron (+25/city)+75 Wood (+25/city)
  • Guard’s Quarry
    “I’m sure we can find new volunteers.”
    Begin project: Forced Labor
  • Pretty Persuasion
    “Keep the riches and uphold the arrest. The [family] are fools.”
    Gain trait: ImprisonedLeader relationship: Plotting Against-1 Legitimacy+240 Money (+60/city)
  • Taken by the Sea
    “Though unfortunate, this is a very timely distraction.”
    +160 Money (+40/city)
  • Battlefield Duel
    “Make an example of the body.”
    The character is killedGains a random leader relationship
  • Demand Tribute
    “Threaten [character] to get the tribute.”
    Tribute from the target: +100 Stone, +20 Stone per their cityLeader relationship: Terrified Of
  • Intercessional Deception
    “Remind [character] of my terrible power.”
    Leader relationship: Terrified Of-2 Legitimacy
  • Most Blessed People on Earth
    “Actually, it's me! I'm glad you asked.”
    +5 LegitimacyLeader relationship: Vengeful Against
  • Reign of Decadence not in CM
    “Let us make sure I control all the dens of depravity and vice.”
    +1 Courage+320 Money (+80/city)Leader relationship: Conspiring WithBegin project: Den of Vice
  • Rope and Winch
    “Perhaps [character] would let me watch.”
    Leader relationship: Conspiring WithAdd Agent Network
  • Skittish Bandits
    “Kill the merchant and take his supplies.”
    +320 Money (+80/city)+50 Wood (+15/city)
  • Spousicide
    “There’s no point losing another husband.”
    +2 DisciplineThe target forgets: Spurned spouse
  • Stewards of the Land
    “Detain the representatives and find out the location of their food caches.”
    Remembered: Detained our people and stole our food (-80 opinion for 40 turns)+100 Food (+35/city)
  • Study Rivals
    “Sabotage [character].”
    Leader relationship: Conspiring With-1 Courage
  • The Freedom of Divorce
    “Perhaps a more permanent solution is in order…”
    Leader relationship: Conspiring WithCarries out Assassinate on the target (free)
  • The Freedom of Divorce
    “Perhaps a more permanent solution is in order…”
    Leader relationship: Conspiring WithCarries out Assassinate on the target (free)
  • You Owe Me
    “Would it help if you found a few bags of money outside your villa?”
    -160 Money (-40/city)Leader relationship: Owes Favor To
  • You Owe Me
    “Would it help if you found a few bags of money outside the temple?”
    Leader relationship: Owes Favor To-160 Money (-40/city)

Inquisitive

10 events 22 choices
any of ScholarEducatedIntelligent
Events that only happen with this cluster 10
Extra choices this cluster unlocks 22
  • Token of Goodwill
    “If you want it, you must show me your latest works.”
    Gain tech: Spoked Wheel+40 Science (+10/city)
  • Monkey Medicine
    “I wish to be cured of the disease which is making me severely ill.”
    Loses trait: Severely Ill+60 XP to the character
  • [character]'s Moat
    “Record [character]’s methods for more widespread use.”
    Gain tech: Portcullis-3 Orders-120 Money (-30/city)
  • Gladiator Army
    “We will pay the gladiators to fight alongside us.”
    -240 Money (-60/city)+1 Polearm Infantry unit
  • Food for Peace
    “Offer them insights into how our Farms and Pastures are constructed and organized.”
    Remembered: Your technological expertise helped us improve our Food production (+80 opinion for 40 turns)+20 Science (+5/city)-4 Orders
  • The Lost Scrolls
    “Study them yourself.”
    +1 Wisdom
  • The Mechanism
    “Teach us how it works.”
    Gain tech: Machinery
  • A Fist Full of Forms
    “Research the ancient laws of [rival] and provide them with a copy.”
    +2 Wisdom
  • A New Method
    “Create a process that enhances efficiency.”
    Begin project: Scientific Method
  • A Scholar Denounced
    “Explain that the findings actually compliment [religion].”
    Leader relationship: Endeared ToAcquire random Technology
  • All But a Name
    “Research the cultural links between your pantheons.”
    Remembered: Compared our pantheon (-20 opinion for 80 turns)+1 Wisdom
  • Battle in the Skies
    “What a fascinating insight into rare natural phenomena! More study is needed...”
    +40 Science (+10/city)
  • Dragon Bones hidden when locked
    “Lizard of unknown origins, so the bones must be preserved.”
    +2 Legitimacy+20 Science (+5/city)
  • Flight from the Body
    “There is so much to be learned from these ideas!”
    Leader relationship: Influenced ByFree law: Philosophy
  • Heir to Heir
    “Openly discuss the latest scientific developments.”
    Gain trait: CunningAcquire random Technology
  • Laches
    “Bravery is but one part of virtue.”
    +1 Wisdom
  • Research at Rest
    “Invite the explorer to court so that we might further examine these new ideas.”
    Gain a Court Scholar
  • Revenants
    “I must understand this spectral phenomenon.”
    +20 Science (+5/city)
  • Secret Laboratory
    “Search for the most valuable research.”
    Acquire random Technology
  • Takeaway
    “Fascinating. I will assist [character] with the project.”
    +1 BiremeGain tech: Navigation-4 Orders+1 Wisdom
  • The Ziggurat Crumbles
    “Perhaps while restoring it we can learn why our ancestors built it and how.”
    -200 Money-200 Stone+200 Science+4 Legitimacy+1 Wisdom+160 Happiness (city)
  • Uncanny
    “I will speak with him about his discoveries.”
    Acquire random Technology

Honorable

14 events 14 choices
any of RighteousGraciousLoyalCompassionate
Events that only happen with this cluster 14
Extra choices this cluster unlocks 14
  • Neighbors
    “We welcome peace and trade.”
    Remembered (leader of you): We admire your culture's humility (+40 opinion, permanent)Remembered: Player Offer (5 turns)Peace with the rival nationTrade with the target: +200 Money, -40 Food
  • What is Art?
    “Display it outside the court as a show of gratitude.”
    +20 Discontent (city)+1 Discipline
  • Caravan Attack
    “It was a terrible mistake and will not happen again.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To-1 LegitimacyRemembered: Tribe Offer (5 turns)Peace with the rival nation
  • Taken by the Sea
    “Set aside a day to honor those lost.”
    -3 OrdersRemembered: Honored our general who was swept out to sea (+20 opinion for 40 turns)
  • [character] the [rival]
    “Welcome him warmly, and appoint him to a court position.”
    Remembered: Hosted our court counsel (+40 opinion for 80 turns)Gain a Court MinisterLeader relationship: Conspiring With
  • [city] Cleanup
    “Don’t leave [character] side until [city] is restored.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To-4 Orders
  • All at Once
    “I will visit [city] to witness the devastation firsthand.”
    +60 Happiness (city)-2 Orders+1 Charisma
  • Courtesan in Consort's Clothes
    “[character] came to me asking for help. I could not refuse a soul in need.”
  • Era's End
    “I am hopeful that peace may yet be restored.”
    +1 Discipline
  • Intercessional Deception
    “Remind [character] of my generous love.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To-2 Legitimacy
  • Iron and Anguish
    “Reassure them of our intentions by inviting a representative to live among us.”
    Gain a Court Soldier
  • Neighbors
    “Apologize. Next time, we will act the gracious host.”
    Trade with the target: +200 Money, -40 Food
  • Rival at the Bridge
    “I feel nothing but forgiveness for [character].”
    Remembered: Honoured our dead (+40 opinion for 40 turns)+2 Legitimacy
  • Suspected Spy
    “We must work together to fix this misunderstanding.”
    +40 XP to the character

Regal

9 events 17 choices
any of OratorDiplomatBuilder
Events that only happen with this cluster 9
Extra choices this cluster unlocks 17
  • Post War
    “Demonstrate the legality of the war in court.”
    +1 WisdomRemembered (all families): Impressed us in court (+20 opinion for 20 turns)
  • Influence of Terror
    “This conversation is yet salvageable!”
    Leader relationship: Influenced By
  • Lover Lost
    “I must remain strong for my people.”
    +1 Discipline
  • Fuming Priests
    “I will remind them that truth is knowledge.”
    Gain trait: PiousRemembered: Impressed angry priests (+20 opinion for 20 turns)
  • Holy War
    “Regardless of their many heresies, there is no need for war with the [rival].”
    Remembered: Refused to join holy war (-20 opinion for 40 turns)Remembered: Refused to aid in holy war (-40 opinion for 40 turns)
  • Betrothed to War
    “I weep for the plight of [rival], but we cannot wage war on behalf of another Nation.”
    Remembered: Refused to join war on behalf of my people (-40 opinion for 20 turns)Leader relationship: Disappointed WithRemembered: Refused to aid in war on behalf of spouse (-40 opinion for 40 turns)
  • Cease Fire Tragedy
    “Remember our true enemy, the [rival] killed them both.”
    Remembered: Supported us after General's death (+40 opinion for 20 turns)
  • Clash on the Streets
    “Give a speech in the city, promoting unity between the different religions.”
    +80 Happiness (city)
  • Fallen Spymaster: Street Ambush
    “I demand you lower your blades at once!”
    The character is killed
  • Foreign Rule
    “We will instead invite a member of the [rival] nobility to join our court.”
    Remembered: Player Offer (5 turns)Truce with the rival nation-2 LegitimacyThe rival nation gains a new courtier: Court Minister
  • Origin of the State
    “Recruit the politician [character] to court.”
    Gain a Court Minister
  • Political Prisoner
    “Convince the [rival] to release him into our custody.”
    Gain a Court MinisterRemembered: Saved from peril (+60 opinion, permanent)Leader relationship: Holds Favor From
  • Progress or Perish
    “She must come teach us in [rival].”
    Gain a Court Scholar
  • Religious Truce Ends
    “Persuade the [rival] that there is no need to resume fighting.”
    Remembered: Promoted peace (+20 opinion for 80 turns)
  • Sacred Games
    “Use pride for your nation to appeal to him.”
    Leader relationship: Influenced By
  • Unnatural Threat
    “Let’s refine our policies that most closely relate to the [event].”
    +60 Civics (+15/city)
  • Wall of Battle
    “I will contribute to his great work of art.”
    Leaves CourtGain trait: InspiringBegin project: Public Mural

Weak

14 events 8 choices
any of TimidSpoiledInsaneFoolish
Events that only happen with this cluster 14
Extra choices this cluster unlocks 8
  • The Flood Affair
    “This is a great idea!”
    Remembered: Flood FairLeader relationship: Conspiring With
  • Neighbors
    “Threaten to declare war unless paid a huge sum.”
    Remembered (leader of you): You bullied us into paying excessive tribute (-20 opinion for 20 turns)+320 Money (+80/city)
  • Passage of the Moon
    “How can we have an extra.25 days in a year!? Damn fool of a plan. Banish [character]!”
    Leader relationship: Vengeful Against+40 Civics (+10/city)
  • Acquired Tastes
    “Burn them to warm our fiery spirits.”
    Leader relationship: Disappointed With
  • Distant Storm
    “Maybe we should be afraid! Call an emergency meeting.”
    +40 Civics (+10/city)-3 Orders
  • Fallen Spymaster
    “Lock the gates at once and send out an army to retrieve the spymaster!”
    -2 Legitimacy
  • Snakes on a Plain
    “It is clear that the snakes worship me as their King!”
    -1 Charisma+1 CourageThe target is granted the title Snake King
  • The Wanderers
    “Provide them with busywork? I don’t know!”
    +1 CitizenGain a Court MinisterLeader relationship: Suspicious Of

Strong

6 events 15 choices
any of BoldBraveFierceSteadfastTough
Events that only happen with this cluster 6
Extra choices this cluster unlocks 15
  • Betrayal of the Faith
    “Let's see if I can sweat this one out.”
    Gain trait: PoisonedThe character is killed
  • Battered
    “Give us troops for our army.”
    Gain tech: Machinery+2 Heavy Infantry unit
  • Spolia Opima
    “Draw your sword and fight through the pain!”
  • Big Questions
    “Perhaps humanity must forge its own path.”
    Gain a random trait
  • Political Proposal
    “No, our [tribe] friends deserve better.”
    +20 XP to the character
  • A Game at Dinner
    “This is the time for direct action. Plunge your knife into [character] instead of the dinner!”
    +6 LegitimacyThe character is killed
  • Appeal Process
    “Woo him with tales of heroism”
    Leader relationship: Lover Of
  • Bad News
    “I will meet with the [tribe] myself and dissuade them.”
    -30 Iron (-10/city)-30 Wood (-10/city)The rival nation goes to war with the target
  • Barracks Heir
    “Ask that they trust your strength to chose an heir.”
    +40 XP to the unit+40 XP to the character
  • Delighted Envoy
    “We are surrounded by enemies.”
    +6 LegitimacyRemembered: Tribe Offer (5 turns)The rival nation declare war on youTruce with the rival nation
  • Fallen Spymaster: Shadows and Blades
    “If I can just get close enough I can take them down.”
    Gain trait: Wounded
  • Intercessional Suspicion
    “Gather a rush of strength to fight him off!”
    The character is killed
  • Intercessional Suspicion
    “Gather a rush of strength to fight him off!”
    The character is killed
  • The Harvest Festival
    “Attend to show off my prowess in battle.”
    Archetype becomes Hero-3 Orders
  • Wild Horses
    “Harness them for war.”
    +1 Melee Cavalry unit

Thoughtful

9 events 11 choices
any of JudgeScholarSchemer
Events that only happen with this cluster 9
Extra choices this cluster unlocks 11
  • Exchange of Ideas
    “Science is meant to be shared.”
    Gain tech: ScholarshipThe target acquires the target
  • Festering Vengeance
    “Surely there must be some way to reason with [character].”
    Remembered: Player Offer (5 turns)Truce with the rival nation
  • Festering Vengeance
    “Surely there must be some way to reason with [character].”
    Remembered: Player Offer (5 turns)Truce with the rival nation
  • Festering Vengeance
    “Surely there must be some way to reason with [character].”
    Remembered: Player Offer (5 turns)Truce with the rival nation
  • Playing Politics
    “With that kind of ambition, he will find a way to the throne, sooner rather than later.”
    The target abdicates the throne
  • Ascetic Movement
    “Leave them be, it may make a difference.”
    +1 Happiness level+1 Wisdom
  • Easter
    “Convene a Synod to decide on a date.”
    Carries out High Synod on the target (free)
  • Political Prisoner
    “Convince the [rival] to release him into our custody.”
    Gain a Court MinisterRemembered: Saved from peril (+60 opinion, permanent)Leader relationship: Holds Favor From
  • Rival Expedition
    “Beg forgiveness for your crude maps of mighty [rival], and ask for corrections.”
    Reveals the target player's territory
  • Unnatural Threat
    “Perhaps we can broaden our understanding of this phenomenon.”
    +40 Science (+10/city)
  • Whispers of Betrayal
    “Make [character] disappear quietly.”
    Gain trait: MissingRemembered: Learned to fear ruler's power (+20 opinion for 20 turns)

Traditional

9 events 11 choices
any of JudgeStrictFrugalIntolerantRobust
Events that only happen with this cluster 9
Extra choices this cluster unlocks 11
  • Code of Laws
    “The people have come to trust my judgment. I will appoint the judges myself.”
    +2 Legitimacy+1 Happiness level
  • River Contamination
    “They will be tried before representatives from both sides.”
    +1 Wisdom
  • A Fist Full of Forms
    “Write [rival] a new code of laws.”
    +2 Wisdom
  • Blessing of Halki
    “As it was in the days of my ancestors, so it shall be.”
    Remembered: Gave support (+40 opinion for 40 turns)Leader relationship: Influenced By
  • Clemency
    “Negotiate a political exile to save face.”
    +20 XP to the character+2 Legitimacy
  • Dedication of Halki
    “As it was in the days of my ancestors, so it shall be.”
    Remembered: Gave support (+40 opinion for 40 turns)Leader relationship: Influenced By
  • Displeasure of Halki
    “As it was in the days of my ancestors, so it shall be.”
    Remembered: Gave support (+40 opinion for 40 turns)Leader relationship: Influenced By
  • Dragon Bones
    “Destroy the bones to free their evil spirits.”
    +2 Legitimacy+1 Charisma
  • Era's End
    “It is time now to focus on internal affairs.”
    +60 Civics (+15/city)
  • Lost in Translation
    “We have great independent judges who can find a fair solution.”
    +60 Civics (+15/city)Remembered: Settled a contract dispute (+40 opinion for 40 turns)
  • The Big Picture
    “I will convince [character] to see my worldview.”
    +20 XP to the characterLeader relationship: Conspiring With

Carnal

12 events 7 choices
any of WantonDebauchedDrunkRomantic
Events that only happen with this cluster 12
Extra choices this cluster unlocks 7
  • Borrowing a Tunic
    “Come and see my collection, I have something for every fancy.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared To
  • Dungeons of Insanity
    “Pleasure them with forbidden delights.”
    -3 OrdersLeader relationship: Lover Of
  • Plea for Leniency
    “I will grant him freedom for the love of [character].”
    Loses trait: ImprisonedLeader relationship: Estranged FromLeader relationship: Lover Of
  • A Changed Land
    “Well, this seems as good a reason as any to celebrate!”
    Starts the festival that matches the city's culture level
  • Festival of Dionysus
    “Good festival means great wine! Get me a barrel, and a few more for the city.”
    -120 Money (-30/city)+1 Happiness level
  • Food Rations
    “Let’s join the citizens and celebrate [city]’s return to prosperity!”
    Starts the festival that matches the city's culture levelRemove Food Rations-30 Food (-10/city)
  • The Mourning After
    “I will deal with this tragedy in my own way.”
    +20 XP to the character

Vain

6 events 13 choices
any of OratorExtravagantExoticDivineCorrupt
Events that only happen with this cluster 6
Extra choices this cluster unlocks 13
  • Neighbors
    “Accept peace, and require a personal cut of every deal.”
    Remembered (leader of you): We admire your strength and your negotiating skill (+40 opinion, permanent)Remembered: Player Offer (5 turns)Peace with the rival nationTrade with the target: +300 Money, -40 Food, -40 Wood+50 XP to the characterGain trait: Cunning
  • Dungeons of Insanity
    “Shower them in gold, reminding them who is the leader.”
    -160 Money (-40/city)Leader relationship: Influenced By
  • Mechanical Wonders
    “I am always interested in the finer things.”
    Gain tech: Machinery+400 Money (+100/city)
  • Stories of Glory
    “Regale [character] with tales of foreign lands.”
    Leader relationship: Endeared ToLaw-based opinion shift
  • [tribe] Celebration
    “I will attend alone, reserving all honor for myself.”
    Remembered: Attended tribal feast alone (-20 opinion for 20 turns)+2 Legitimacy
  • Beating Poets
    “Let me show you how it is done.”
    Remembered: Impressed by skill as an Orator (+40 opinion for 20 turns)+2 Legitimacy
  • Culinary Diplomacy
    “Send the goods, and add this fruit that few in [rival] or [rival] know.”
    -120 Money (-30/city)Remembered: Sent us exotic delicacies (+40 opinion for 40 turns)
  • Family Discontent
    “Hold a feast for noble families.”
    Leader relationship: Plotting AgainstRemembered (all families): Hosted feast for noble families (+20 opinion for 20 turns)-160 Money (-40/city)
  • Hands Tied
    “Issue a public reprimand of [character].”
    +2 LegitimacyLeader relationship: Vengeful Against
  • National Tour
    “I am better suited to inspire our people.”
    Gain trait: Unavailable+20–200 Culture (by city tier) (every city)
  • Stranger at the Door hidden when locked
    “Pressure the heir to stay in [rival] as a minister.”
    Gain a Court Minister
  • Tense Meeting
    “Flatter him with promises of royal influence.”
    Leader relationship: Influenced ByYour leader: no longer Plotting against the target
  • Thrown Roses
    “Allow my admirers to approach and touch me.”
    Gain a random trait

Productive

5 events 13 choices
any of PathfinderCultivatorNaturalistDelver
Events that only happen with this cluster 5
Extra choices this cluster unlocks 13
  • Neighbors
    “Accept peace, and discuss trading seafood and dyes.”
    Remembered (leader of you): We admire your strength and your negotiating skill (+40 opinion, permanent)Remembered: Player Offer (5 turns)Peace with the rival nationTrade with the target: +300 Money, -60 Food
  • Neighbors
    “Accept peace, and discuss trading livestock.”
    Remembered (leader of you): We admire your strength and your negotiating skill (+40 opinion, permanent)Remembered: Player Offer (5 turns)Peace with the rival nationTrade with the target: +100 Food, -500 Money
  • Neighbors
    “Accept peace, and trade grains and crops.”
    Remembered (leader of you): We admire your strength and your negotiating skill (+40 opinion, permanent)Remembered: Player Offer (5 turns)Peace with the rival nationTrade with the target: +300 Money, -60 Food
  • Neighbors
    “Accept peace, and trade metals and ores.”
    Remembered (leader of you): We admire your strength and your negotiating skill (+40 opinion, permanent)Remembered: Player Offer (5 turns)Peace with the rival nationTrade with the target: +300 Money, -60 Iron
  • Prophet and The Parched Land
    “Bah, this isn't a drought. We've survived worse.”
    +2 Legitimacy+6 Orders
  • The Mechanism
    “How can we take advantage of this discovery?”
    +40 Science (+10/city)
  • Brittle Forest
    “Train the nearby [unit] unit to help.”
    -80 Training (-20/city)The unit gains Ranger
  • Fertile Waters
    “Let’s waste no time. Put the land to use at once.”
    -8 Wood (-2/city)Build Farm on the tile
  • Fire Flight
    “The new wildlife appears to be more plentiful than initially thought.”
    Adds Game
  • Gentle Rains
    “Begin storing excess food in [city].”
    Begin project: Grain Silo
  • Iron Tribe
    “This will make our army all the more ferocious!”
    +160 Training (+40/city)
  • Rose Madder
    “Let us explore cultivating more of this plant.”
    Adds Dyes
  • The Cracked Earth
    “Store all excess food at once.”
    Begin project: Grain Silo

Seven Virtues

8 events 9 choices
any of AffableEloquentWarlikeInspiringIntelligentProsperousRighteous
Events that only happen with this cluster 8
Extra choices this cluster unlocks 9
  • Reign of a God not in CM
    “No, I am merely a humble servant.”
    Gain trait: InspiringLeader relationship: Endeared ToLeader relationship: Suspicious Of+1 Happiness level+1 Culture level for the city
  • Unhealthy Interests
    “Convince [character] to find other interests.”
    Remembered: Convinced to give up questionable interests (+40 opinion for 20 turns)
  • Influence of Terror
    “No, this is not the way.”
    Leader relationship: Influenced By
  • At the Festival hidden when locked
    “[rival] must remain united while we deal with this tragedy.”
    Remembered (all families): Focused on solutions in handling a plague (+20 opinion for 20 turns)Gain trait: Infected
  • Blessing of Kamrusepa
    “Surely we can find some common ground here!”
    +80 Growth (city)+80 Happiness (city)Remembered: Gave support (+40 opinion for 40 turns)+6 Orders
  • Companions and Captives
    “Nonsense. I'm sure we can manage both!”
    Remembered: Celebrated the survival of our citizens (+40 opinion for 40 turns)The target becomes general of the target
  • Dedication of Kamrusepa
    “Surely we can find some common ground here!”
    +80 Growth (city)+80 Happiness (city)Remembered: Gave support (+40 opinion for 40 turns)+6 Orders
  • Displeasure of Kamrusepa
    “Surely we can find some common ground here!”
    +80 Growth (city)+80 Happiness (city)Remembered: Gave support (+40 opinion for 40 turns)+6 Orders
  • Playful Criticism
    “Publicly honor the scribe and his community.”
    Begin project: Dramatic Plays+1 Charisma
  • Plotting Nobles
    “Carry on a polite conversation, then slip away.”
    Leader relationship: Plotting Against
  • Reign by Whips and Chains not in CM
    “We must end this abhorrent practice.”
    +2 Charisma+1 Culture level for the cityFree law: FreedomEnd law: Slavery

Urbanite

5 events 11 choices
any of BuilderEngineerCarpenterBesiegerProsperous
Events that only happen with this cluster 5
Extra choices this cluster unlocks 11
  • Gold Tribe
    “We shall invest this into administration.”
    +120 Civics (+30/city)
  • Down River
    “Now is a good time to build it back stronger.”
    Begin project: Improved Hydraulics+20 XP to the character
  • Face in Gold
    “I have always held your cities in high esteem.”
    Gain tech: CoinageGain trait: EngineerAcquire random Technology
  • Overabundance
    “We will create a network to distribute food elsewhere.”
    +20 Happiness (city)-50 Stone (-15/city)+30 Food (+10/city) (every city)
  • Sewer System
    “Lend the court's full support to this effort.”
    Begin project: Sewer System+60 Happiness (city)
  • Standing Armies
    “Cities need more defensive fortifications.”
    -5 OrdersBegin project: Walls
  • Flood Work
    “Dispatch more workers to get the job done safely and on time.”
    -160 Money (-40/city)+1 Worker
  • Research at Rest
    “Surely there are construction materials we can salvage from the site.”
    +30 Stone (+10/city)
  • The Ziggurat Crumbles
    “Not only shall we restore this important relic of our nation's history. We will improve it!”
    -50 Civics-200 Money-300 Stone+4 Legitimacy+60–600 Culture (by city tier)+1 Happiness levelRemembered: Restored and Improved The Ziggurat (+20 opinion for 40 turns)
  • Tsunami Timber
    “Help with recovery efforts, but establish a program to salvage the timber in the future.”
    Begin project: Timber Salvage
  • White Waters hidden when locked
    “Work with [character] to fortify and repair [city].”
    Begin project: WallsBegin project: Repair Damage-50 Stone (-15/city)Leader relationship: Endeared To

Sylvan

6 events 9 choices
any of TacticianHerbalistRangerTrackerHighlanderSwift
Events that only happen with this cluster 6
Extra choices this cluster unlocks 9
  • Spolia Opima
    “Bandage and stuff the wound with yarrow.”
  • Spolia Opima
    “Charge [character], knocking him off the cliffside.”
    Gain trait: Doomed
  • On the Edge
    “This is an opportunity to gather intelligence.”
    +1 Scout
  • Spolia Opima
    “The water is my advantage.”
  • Fallen Spymaster: Shadows and Blades
    “Right, let's just stay alive and away from them.”
    Gain trait: Scarred
  • Tactical Terror
    “His tactics are predictable and can be countered.”
    +6 LegitimacyRemembered: Player Offer (5 turns)The rival nation declares war on you+160 Training (+40/city)
  • Tactical Terror
    “His tactics are predictable and can be countered.”
    +6 LegitimacyRemembered: Player Offer (5 turns)The rival nation declares war on you+160 Training (+40/city)
  • The Ghost Raiders
    “Enough! Let's find this leader and hire her. We'll add her to the Court and she can help us deal with such problems in the future.”
    Gain a Court Soldier
  • Woodcutting Tribe
    “Such fine wood could really spruce up [city]!”
    +60–600 Culture (by city tier)

Seven Sins

9 events 5 choices
any of CruelIntolerantSlothfulUncouthFoolishGreedyDebauched
Events that only happen with this cluster 9
Extra choices this cluster unlocks 5
  • Era of Nobility not in CM
    “Does the cow argue with the lion?”
    Gain trait: WarlikeLeader relationship: Conspiring With1 rebel unit appear
  • Collegia
    “[character] should learn to relax!”
    Gain trait: AffableLeader relationship: Disappointed With
  • Spolia Opima
    “Focus on the pain and charge [character] with dissolute fury.”
  • At the Festival hidden when locked
    “Punish the [family] for their role in this calamity.”
    Gain trait: InfectedRemembered: Blamed us for a plague outbreak (-40 opinion for 20 turns)Remembered: Blamed those responsible for a plague outbreak (+40 opinion for 20 turns)
  • Bleak Light of Day
    “... I would say it is too early for this, but, honestly, refrain from spouting drivel at any hour.”
  • Plotting Nobles
    “Grab the sword and kill [character].”
    The character is killedLeader relationship: Assassinated BySteam achievement (if the target is an heir): Assassinated HeirSteam achievement (if the target leads a rival nation): Assassinated Another LeaderRemembered: Assassination exposed (-80 opinion for 40 turns)Leader relationship: Vengeful Against

Diligent

4 events 6 choices
any of CommanderStrictSteadfastVigilant
Events that only happen with this cluster 4
Extra choices this cluster unlocks 6
  • A Superior System
    “We will work harder to care for our people.”
    +1 WorkerLaw-based opinion shift
  • Commander Crisis
    “Forewarned is forearmed.”
    +6 LegitimacyRemembered: Player Offer (5 turns)The rival nation declares war on you+8 Orders+120 Training (+30/city)
  • Commander Crisis
    “Forewarned is forearmed.”
    +6 LegitimacyRemembered: Player Offer (5 turns)The rival nation declares war on you+8 Orders+120 Training (+30/city)
  • Growing Military Might
    “Have our elite squad compete for the leadership position and promote from within.”
    +2 Legitimacy
  • In the Balance
    “Establish a new guard to restore order.”
    +60 Happiness (city)-80 Training (-20/city)
  • Three Days of Solace
    “Take this opportunity to devote one more day to military drills.”
    +20 XP to the unit-2 Orders

Role & condition

Clusters built from a status rather than a personality, such as clergy, studies and wounds. You don't pick these. They are listed for completeness.

Student

72 events 0 choices
any of Tactics StudentPolitics StudentCommerce StudentPhilosophy Student
Events that only happen with this cluster 72

Clergy

13 events 0 choices
any of Priest · AksumPriest · AssyriaPriest · BabyloniaPriest · CarthagePriest · EgyptPriest · GreecePriest · HittitePriest · KushPriest · PersiaPriest · RomePriest · AtenismMagusKohenPresbyterElectHotarBhikkhu
Events that only happen with this cluster 13