Korea (Seonjo)

Korean Empire

Map by Klisz
Leader	Seonjo
Capital	Hanseong
Start Bias	Coastal
Religion	Confucianism
Culture req. mod	Oriental
Traits req. mod	Protective, Seafaring
Map Labels Language req. mod	East Asian
Alt. Leader For req. mod	Korea
Civilopedia

Korea led by Seonjo is a custom civilization by senshidenshi, with contributions by GPuzzle, Firebug, Klisz, Keniisu, Groucho Marx, Wolfdog and Ajsieg.

This mod requires Brave New World.

Overview

Korea

The Korean peninsula, known today for its divided republics of North and South Korea, has been home to numerous kingdoms over the ages, some virtuous, some steeped in infamy. At times rivaling its powerful neighboring states of China and Japan, Korea was united under the rule of the Choson Dynasty for over 500 years. The turmoil of the Japanese occupation in the early 20th century, followed by the Korean War in 1950, would shatter this once sacred unity. From this strife, South Korea has emerged as a nation of increasing economic and cultural significance on a global scale. In contrast, the oppressive regime controlling the reclusive North Korean state is frequently the subject of international condemnation for its handling of human rights and diplomatic relations.

Seonjo

Born Yi Yeon, Seonjo was the fourteenth King of the Joseon Dynasty of Korea. During his almost 40-year-long reign he sought the improvement and rebuilding of the nation after the disastrous and corrupt reigns of his predecessors. Encouraging and promoting scholars and civil service examinations throughout the early period of his rule, he later presided over intense factionalism between the Easterners and the Westerners as well as the outbreak of the Imijin War, in which Imperial Regent Toyotomi Hideyoshi launched an overseas attack on the mainland and occupied over more than half the peninsula. Although the Japanese onslaught was successfully repelled through joint cooperation with Ming forces, the political chaos and incompetent military leadership during and after the conflict often coincides with decline of the Joseon Dynasty.

Dawn of Man

May the blessings of Heaven rain down upon you, oh great Seonjo, fourteenth king of the Joseon Dynasty! A great reformer and devout Confucian, your early reign was a new period of prosperity for Korea, after the chaos of your forbears'. Apart from the occasional Jurchen raid in the north, all was well. But your rule was called into question when the Japanese invaded! Despite early failure in the war, you and your people, bolstered by an impeccable navy, eventually succeeded in driving the foreign forces off the face of mainland Asia!

Wise leader, Korea is endangered once more! Your people clamber for your aid and guidance! Will you once more repel the cruel and vicious invaders which threaten your homeland? Will you build a civilization that stands the test of time?

Introduction: Greetings to you, great leader. I am Seonjo, ruler of this humble kingdom. I trust you are here in peace? I have been fairly successful at repelling invasions in the past.

Defeat: What? No! This is impossible! Keep beating the war drums! Don't let them know it is over! KEEP BEATING THE DRUMS!

Unique Attributes

Korea (Seonjo)
Art by Firebug Disturbance of Imjin When war is declared upon you, receive a free naval unit in all coastal cities. Gain Culture from settling or capturing coastal cities.
Art by Firaxis Turtle Ship (Caravel) +60% Combat Strength (32 vs 20) -1 Movement (3 vs 4) No extra sight or melee withdrawal
Art by Firebug Chongtong (Cannon) -14% Combat Strength (12 vs 14) +20% Ranged Strength (24 vs 20) +2 Movement while embarked +50% Combat Bonus against naval units

Changes to Korea (Sejong)
Art by Firaxis Scholars of the Jade Hall Gain Golden Age Points from Specialists and Great Person Improvements, and +1 Science from them during a Golden Age. Receive a tech boost every time a scientific building or Wonder is constructed in the Capital.
Art by Firaxis Hwach'a (Trebuchet) +85% Ranged Strength (26 vs 14) -9% Combat Strength (11 vs 12) Gains Science from Kills No attack bonus vs Cities
Art by Keniisu Seowon (University) +15% Production Cost (184 vs 160) Costs no maintenance +1 Scientist Specialist Slot (3 vs 2)

City List

Hanseong
Pyongyang
Busan
Daegu
Jeonju
Jinju
Sangju
Taejo
Hamheung
Gongju
Gangneung
Chongjin
Kyongsong
Hwangju
Solme
Seorabeol
Hanyang
Jeollado
Anju
Hoseo
Tamna
Jemulpo
Busosanseong
Samseonghyeol

Spy List

Hwang
Cheol
Seong-ryong
Uiin
Inmok
Sun-shin
Ui-gyeom
Hyowon
Rip
Il

Strategy

Music

Peace Theme	War Theme

"Yellow Sea" - Civilization V OST	"Drums of War" - Extra History OST

Mod Support

Mod Support
Cities in Development	Yes
Civ IV Traits	Yes
Community Balance Patch	Unknown
Cultural Diversity	Yes
Enlightenment Era	Yes
Ethnic Units	Yes
Events and Decisions	Yes
Exploration Continued Expanded	Yes
Historical Religions	Yes
Map Labels	Yes
Mercenaries	Yes
Rise to Power	Yes
Renaissance Era Revised	Unknown
Unique Cultural Influence	Yes
Wish for the World	No
YnAEMP	Yes

Events and Decisions

Reform the Civil Examination System

Our predecessors were corrupt, and our Civil Examination System is incredibly flawed as a result! My lord, I suggest we implement grand reforms of the system to improve the lifes of everyone! Well, everyone except the corrupt officials, that is.

Requirements/Restrictions:

Player must be Seonjo
Must have researched Civil Service
Can only be enacted once

Costs:

{1_Num} Gold
2 Magistrates

Rewards:

Social Policies cost 15% less Culture

Implement the Four Imperatives

Our coastlines lay undefended, at deadly risk of an invasion! If we rush the construction of forts in the area, our soldiers should be better equipped to deal with any approaching menace!