Kalmar Union (Margarethe I)

The Kalmar Union

Map by Viregel
Leader	Margarethe I
Capital	Copenhagen
Religion	Protestantism
Government req. mod	Monarchy
Culture req. mod	Northern
Traits req. mod	Mercantile, Seafaring
Civilopedia

Kalmar Union led by Margarethe I is a custom civilization mod by JFD and Janboruta, and Greater Europe, with contributions from Wolfdog.

This mod requires Brave New World, and works best with Gazebo's Community Patch.

Overview

Kalmar Union

The Kalmar Union was a personal union between the kingdoms of Norway, Denmark and Sweden that presevered throughout the 15th century; in effect, a pan-Scandinavian union. Though it had many opponents, the Kalmar Union was successful in its origanal purpose of destroying the influence of the Hanseatic Leauge; after this, it was able to start on its way to Baltic domination, an aim not achieved by the Kalmar Union, but by the breakaway Swedish Empire instead. Many pan-Nordic nationalists look to the Kalmar Union as an ideal to repeat, as a remarkable collection of kingdoms bonded together in an effort to defeat all foes.

Margarethe I

JFD DenmarkMargaret Diplo-0 — Art by Janboruta

The founder of the Kalmar Union, Queen Margaret defied the custom in Europe, and became the queen of Denmark - and soon Sweden and Norway as well. This was the creation of the most successful pan-Scandinavian union to date, covering territories in Finland to Iceland. With the treaty signed in Kalmar Castle, Margaret solidified an ever-closer Scandinavian union, which was well able to provide defence and security from the influence of their Germanic and Livonian neighbours. Margaret's leadership was probably able to prevent the Hanse from becoming all to dominant in the North, robbing them of their sovereignty altogether; not even Margaret proposed the union of parliament of all three Scandinavian states. All in all, Margaret is described as one of the best leaders Denmark ever had - as the harbringer of Scandinavian power, it is no suprise she is well respected.

Dawn of Man

"God be with you, O' great and wise Margaret, fairest queen of Denmark, Sweden, and Norway. During your reign, you would accomplish what the many kings before you had failed - to create a state that would unite the wayward Norse. Seeking to check the power of the Hanseatic League, you engineered a political masterpiece that would unite the three crowns of Scandinavia. And though your union would barely outlast your death, its prosperity under your hand would remain an inspiration to the north for centuries.

Stern Queen, the north calls your name to rebuild her precious union. Can you take up this task once more? Can you unite the Scandinavian kingdoms and bring them wealth and influence? Can you build a civilization that will stand the test of time?"

Introduction: "You stand before Margarethe I, the queen of the united norse. Speak."

Introduction: "I am Margarethe I, Queen of the Kalmar Union. What is it that you want with me?"

Defeat: "You will not take me from my home. I will return with a fleet like you've never seen."

Defeat: "I am not dismayed. I will return and restore what I had created."

Unique Attributes

Kalmar Union (Margarethe I)
Art by Janboruta The Nordic Crowns Gain an extra Trade Route at Guilds and Trade Routes from the Capital have doubled length. City-States connected via Trade Route may join you.
Art by Janboruta Gun Holk (Galleass) -2 Combat Strength. Double movement through Coast. Unlocks at Guilds. Receive one everytime you build a Cargo Ship.
Art by Janboruta Kobstad (Market) +20 Production cost. +1 Gold on Trading Posts and Customs Houses (and Towns, and Villages^{^[1]}). +1 Culture.

Strategy

Music

Peace Theme	War Theme
ANNO 1404- Soundtrack - Our daily Bread VAR	ANNO 1404- Soundtrack - Inferstation
"Our Daily Bread" from the soundtrack of Anno 1404.	"Inferstation" from the soundtrack of Anno 1404.

Mod Support

Mod Support
Civ IV Traits	Yes
Community Balance Patch	Yes
Cultural Diversity	Yes
Ethnic Units	Yes
Events and Decisions	Yes
ExCE	Yes
Map Labels	Yes
Mercenaries	Yes
Piety	Yes
Sovereignty	Yes
Unique Cultural Influence	Yes
Wish for the World	Yes
YnAEMP	Yes

Events and Decisions

Issue Market Rights

It would be a great boon to not only our wealth, but also to our friendships, to extend those rights accorded to Danish merchants to those that flock to our towns with foreign goods to trade.

Requirements/Restrictions:

Player must must be Kalmar Union.
Must have at least one allied City-State.
May only be enacted from the beginning of the Medieval Era.
May only be enacted once per game.

Costs:

500 Culture.
1 Magistrate.
1 Dignitary.

Rewards:

Gifts of Gold yield +20% more Influence with City-States.

Dispatch a Magnate

The noble lords of our privy council have little to do all day than to question our authority. So, let us send them on a diplomatic mission and perhaps they will finally be of some use to the realm.