Wants his Worship building in as many cities as possible, and likes civilizations with it. Dislikes civilizations following other Religions or waging war on followers of his Religion. Tries to build up Science, and likes those that also focus on Science. Dislikes civilizations with a weak Science output. A stakeholder pushing very hard to finish a public project (even with a reduced scope and quality) before the elections. Hidden Agenda: Maybe the stakeholder is supporting a politician who’s taking credit for this project? Likes civilizations with powerful militaries, and will try to ally with them to avoid conflict. Dislikes civilizations with weak militaries. Wants all Barbarians following his side, and does not like civilizations that destroy Barbarian Outposts. Likes civilizations that leave Barbarian Outposts alone.

It is good that you do not try to compete with the glorious empire of Qin. Our wonders are inimitable. There's something so stirring, inspirational and galvanizing about John Pilger's work that makes his writing essential reading for anyone with any kind of interest in world news or politics. I would say the level of informative, incisive journalism on display here puts him head and shoulders above that bastion of liberal dissent Noam Chomsky, as great an admirer of his that I am. Likes civilizations who pose no threat. Dislikes civilizations with strong military or ones with nearby cities. Hojo Tokimune: Ambition for territory is the seed that ruins dynasties. I am pleased you seek only to defend your lands. Aspire to be a worthier example to the rest of the world! Your people will love you if you lead them to glory.

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Cleopatra: Blessed is the one who leaves the heavens to the Gods, and does not aspire to walk among them. I see you are also practiced in the subtler arts of statecraft. I've always rather enjoyed a bit of espionage, myself. We consume journalistic opinions on contemporary events almost without realizing it, or perhaps we used to. We expect commentators to express their view, which we then absorb. We agree with it or differ and then move on, often to the next so-called analysis. Of course these views influence our thoughts, but we are critically aware, and accept that not everyone thinks as we do.

Hates Barbarians, and likes civilizations that also destroy their Outposts. Dislikes civilizations that ignore Barbarian Outposts. Likes civilizations that are not competing for the same city-state allegiance. Dislikes civilizations that are directly competing for city-state allegiance. Likes civilizations that have both a strong military and Faith or Culture outputs. Dislikes civilizations that are strong in military but weak in Faith or Culture. You, too, must possess the wisdom of Solomon, for your nation is made of many people who live in harmony. Participates in Emergencies and Competitions whenever possible, and likes civilizations who do the same. Dislikes those that ignore Emergencies and Competitions.Catherine de Medici: Maybe you've heard whispers that I consider you to be one of my best sources. But who listens to what people say? Besides you and I, of course. There’s an old saying that states that anything done in secret will always come out. If he has something that he is hiding, there is a reason for his secretive nature. It’s often his toxic intentions that are not ready to be exposed. Nobody is above telling a little white lie to protect themselves or someone else, and we learn the deceptive art at an early age. However, consistent lying becomes a character flaw that can be detrimental to personal or professional relationships. There is no bond without trust and honesty.