{"product_id":"total-war-rome-ii-desert-kingdoms-culture-pack-pc-steam","title":"Total War Rome II - Desert Kingdoms Culture Pack DLC - PC (Steam)","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bb_img_ctn\"\u003e\u003cvideo class=\"bb_img\" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster=\"https:\/\/shared.akamai.steamstatic.com\/store_item_assets\/steam\/apps\/792520\/extras\/06c8cedcb5b222bedacb124667ed00c3.poster.avif?t=1764166915\" width=\"624\" height=\"204\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/shared.akamai.steamstatic.com\/store_item_assets\/steam\/apps\/792520\/extras\/06c8cedcb5b222bedacb124667ed00c3.webm?t=1764166915\" type=\"video\/webm; codecs=vp9\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/shared.akamai.steamstatic.com\/store_item_assets\/steam\/apps\/792520\/extras\/06c8cedcb5b222bedacb124667ed00c3.mp4?t=1764166915\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Desert Kingdoms Culture Pack introduces four new playable factions to Total War: ROME II. The Kingdoms of Kush, Saba and Nabatea fall under the African\/Arabian subculture, while the Masaesyli are of Numidian origin. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese factions are native to the deserts of Africa and Arabia. Surviving these harsh environmental conditions has forged them into hardy warriors who use the shifting desert sands to their advantage in battle. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile culturally similar, each faction boasts unique new unit rosters which offer different military strengths. Each faction also has new building chains and technology trees, playing to their strengths and further differentiating their playstyles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlongside their individual Faction Traits, the Desert Kingdoms all share the following Cultural Traits:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesert Warriors:\u003c\/strong\u003e +10% morale for all units during battles in the desert\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeep-rooted Traditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Penalty to research rate\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeroe (The Kingdom of Kush)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bb_img_ctn\"\u003e\u003cvideo class=\"bb_img\" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster=\"https:\/\/shared.akamai.steamstatic.com\/store_item_assets\/steam\/apps\/792520\/extras\/e807308adc780152fe7fd18417eff366.poster.avif?t=1764166915\" width=\"624\" height=\"204\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/shared.akamai.steamstatic.com\/store_item_assets\/steam\/apps\/792520\/extras\/e807308adc780152fe7fd18417eff366.webm?t=1764166915\" type=\"video\/webm; codecs=vp9\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/shared.akamai.steamstatic.com\/store_item_assets\/steam\/apps\/792520\/extras\/e807308adc780152fe7fd18417eff366.mp4?t=1764166915\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA major regional power with vast resources derived from its trade in gold, jewels and exotic hides, Kush has been overshadowed by its more powerful and famous northern neighbour, Egypt. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the early 3rd century BC, king Ergamenes decided to wrest power away from the priests of Amun, and moved the capital from Napata to Meroe. The priests would no longer decide the fate of the kings and queens.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe shift of capital also marked something of a break from Egyptian culture with Hellenistic, Indian, Persian and African influences making their way through the trade routes. The kings and warrior queens would sit on the throne and rule with authority and conviction to protect the riches of Nubia. Even the Romans could not conquer Meroe, and preferred to trade instead.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA regional powerhouse with a surfeit of natural treasures and fertile land, Kush is well equipped to prosper and once again vie for power against the mightiest empires in the world. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul class=\"bb_ul\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAffinity for Egyptian\/Hellenistic culture\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigher probability of female characters in politics\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrading kingdom (ivory, exotic hides, iron, gold)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFaction Traits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul class=\"bb_ul\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisciplined Workforce: Bonus income from slaves, reduction in slave decline, Reduced Public Order penalty from slaves.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Land of the Bow: cheaper, better archer units.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKush Unit Roster:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003eMelee Infantry:\u003c\/h2\u003eT1: Slave Infantry\u003cbr\u003eT2: Swordsmen\u003cbr\u003eT2: Kushite Slave Infantry\u003cbr\u003eT3: Shotel Warriors\u003cbr\u003eT4: Armoured Shotel Warriors\u003cbr\u003eT4: Disciples of Apedemak\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003eSpear Infantry:\u003c\/h2\u003eT1: Nubian Spearmen\u003cbr\u003eT2: Kushite Slave Spearmen\u003cbr\u003eT3: Leopard Warriors\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003ePike Infantry:\u003c\/h2\u003eT2: Kushite Pikes\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003eMissile Infantry:\u003c\/h2\u003eT1: Tribesmen\u003cbr\u003eT1: Slave Slingers\u003cbr\u003eT2: Nubian Bowmen\u003cbr\u003eT2: Archers\u003cbr\u003eT3: Kushite Archers\u003cbr\u003eT4: Royal Kushite Archers\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003eMelee Cavalry:\u003c\/h2\u003eT2: Aethiopian Cavalry\u003cbr\u003eT2: Desert Cavalry\u003cbr\u003eT3: Armoured Desert Cavalry\u003cbr\u003eT4: Kushite Royal Guard\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003eSpecial:\u003c\/h2\u003eT2: Desert Chariots\u003cbr\u003eT3: African Elephants\u003cbr\u003eT4: African War Elephants\u003cbr\u003eT4: Scythed Chariots\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNabatae\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bb_img_ctn\"\u003e\u003cvideo class=\"bb_img\" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster=\"https:\/\/shared.akamai.steamstatic.com\/store_item_assets\/steam\/apps\/792520\/extras\/6a97de1c6835e9c2c5d2ad3af64c7a15.poster.avif?t=1764166915\" width=\"624\" height=\"204\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/shared.akamai.steamstatic.com\/store_item_assets\/steam\/apps\/792520\/extras\/6a97de1c6835e9c2c5d2ad3af64c7a15.webm?t=1764166915\" type=\"video\/webm; codecs=vp9\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/shared.akamai.steamstatic.com\/store_item_assets\/steam\/apps\/792520\/extras\/6a97de1c6835e9c2c5d2ad3af64c7a15.mp4?t=1764166915\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Nabataeans were great builders and pioneers of advanced construction techniques. They were the first civilization to use cement extensively, and built remarkable watertight reservoirs, ensuring a plentiful supply of potable water. Even when under threat from powerful foes like the Seleucids and Judeans, their progressive society enabled them to flourish and prosper.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Nabataeans were very literate and had a remarkable degree of gender equality for an ancient civilization, with women participating in both political and religious matters. Nabatae was an important crossroad for the spice trade, serving as a conduit between the southern kingdoms that produced frankincense and myrrh, and the wealthy eastern and western empires who were its primary buyers. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePreserving all this wealth at such a geographically strategic location demanded a well-trained military and a strong navy. Nabatae had both, bolstered by excellent engineering and exploitation of the surrounding environment, making their capital city of Petra a nigh-impregnable bastion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cul class=\"bb_ul\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHellenic influence: may recruit Hellenic-themed units for battle\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilk road traders: Bonus to trade and diplomacy\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkilled masons: bonuses to construction and fortification \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFriends of Rome: diplomatic bonus with Roman factions\/allies \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoman tactics: some native units may use Roman army formations\/abilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFaction Traits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul class=\"bb_ul\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStonecutters: Faster, cheaper construction of main settlement-chain buildings\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncense Traders: Bonus income from incense trade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNabatae Unit Roster:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003eMelee Infantry:\u003c\/h2\u003eT1: Desert Levy\u003cbr\u003eT2: Nabataean Swordsmen\u003cbr\u003eT2: Nabataean Axe Warriors\u003cbr\u003eT3: Noble Swordsmen\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003eSpear Infantry:\u003c\/h2\u003eT1: Levy Spearmen\u003cbr\u003eT2: Caravan Guard\u003cbr\u003eT2: Desert Hoplites\u003cbr\u003eT3: Armoured Desert Hoplites\u003cbr\u003eT3: Heavy Desert Spearmen\u003cbr\u003eT4: Rekem Palace Guard\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003ePike Infantry:\u003c\/h2\u003eT2: Desert Pikemen\u003cbr\u003eT3: Nabataean Thorax Pike\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003eMissile Infantry:\u003c\/h2\u003eT1: Slingers\u003cbr\u003eT1: Levy Skirmishers\u003cbr\u003eT2: Tribespeople\u003cbr\u003eT3 Nabataean Light Peltasts\u003cbr\u003eT3: Nabataean Heavy Archers\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003eShock Cavalry:\u003c\/h2\u003eT3: Desert Heavy Lancers\u003cbr\u003eT4: Hellenic Desert Cataphracts\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003eMelee Cavalry:\u003c\/h2\u003eT1: Desert Cavalry\u003cbr\u003eT2: Camel Spearmen\u003cbr\u003eT2: Arabian Cavalry\u003cbr\u003eT3: Armoured Desert Cavalry\u003cbr\u003eT3: Nabataean Noble Cavalry\u003cbr\u003eT3: Armoured Camel Spearmen\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003eMissile Cavalry:\u003c\/h2\u003eT2: Camel Archers\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003eSpecial:\u003c\/h2\u003eT2: Desert Chariots\u003cbr\u003eT4: Scythed Chariots\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaba\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bb_img_ctn\"\u003e\u003cvideo class=\"bb_img\" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster=\"https:\/\/shared.akamai.steamstatic.com\/store_item_assets\/steam\/apps\/792520\/extras\/6889f0be1408d2c367288236583a892a.poster.avif?t=1764166915\" width=\"624\" height=\"204\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/shared.akamai.steamstatic.com\/store_item_assets\/steam\/apps\/792520\/extras\/6889f0be1408d2c367288236583a892a.webm?t=1764166915\" type=\"video\/webm; codecs=vp9\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/shared.akamai.steamstatic.com\/store_item_assets\/steam\/apps\/792520\/extras\/6889f0be1408d2c367288236583a892a.mp4?t=1764166915\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sabaean kingdom lies in the harsh lands of the southern Arabian Peninsula. Even in such inhospitable conditions, however, these ingenious people thrived. They built dams, invented new irrigation techniques and became masters of water-efficiency. The Sabaeans were also excellent sailors, and had strong trade relations with peoples across the Red Sea. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot warlike by nature, the Sabaeans charged mercenaries with the protection of their trade routes and caravans. That said, they were a resilient people of tough character, who made formidable foes for anyone who dared threaten their great capital city of Marib. Even the Romans could not best them during their expedition in the early 1st century.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey features:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cul class=\"bb_ul\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCamels as predominant cavalry, with superior armored camels \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent use of javelins and chariots \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAgricultural and fertility bonuses from the famous Marib Dam \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncense production  provides diplomatic and trade bonuses\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat Dam of Ma’rib: A unique building type which provides faction wide bonuses to agriculture and fertility and can be upgraded with technologies, but requires upkeep to maintain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFaction Traits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul class=\"bb_ul\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncense Traders: Bonus income from tariffs\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHired Armies: Access to cheaper, stronger mercenary units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaba Unit Roster:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003eMelee Infantry:\u003c\/h2\u003eT1: Desert Levy\u003cbr\u003eT2: Mercenary Maas Gat Marauders\u003cbr\u003eT2: Sabaean Swordsmen\u003cbr\u003eT3: Noble Swordsmen\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003eSpear Infantry:\u003c\/h2\u003eT1: Desert Spearmen\u003cbr\u003eT2: Sabaean Spearmen\u003cbr\u003eT2: Caravan Guard\u003cbr\u003eT4: Marib Royal Guard\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003eMissile Infantry:\u003c\/h2\u003eT1: Slingers\u003cbr\u003eT1: Levy Skirmishers\u003cbr\u003eT2: Tribespeople\u003cbr\u003eT2: Sabaean Archers\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003eShock Cavalry:\u003c\/h2\u003eT2: Camel Lancers\u003cbr\u003eT3: Sabaean Camel Cataphracts\u003cbr\u003eT3: Desert Heavy Lancers\u003cbr\u003eT4: Marib Camel Cataphracts\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003eMelee Cavalry:\u003c\/h2\u003eT2: Desert Cavalry\u003cbr\u003eT2: Camel Spearmen\u003cbr\u003eT2: Arabian Cavalry\u003cbr\u003eT3: Mercenary Himyar Cavalry\u003cbr\u003eT3: Armoured Camel Spearmen\u003cbr\u003eT4: Royal Marib Cavalry\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003eMissile Cavalry:\u003c\/h2\u003eT2: Camel Archers\u003cbr\u003eT3: Royal Camel Archers\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003eSpecial:\u003c\/h2\u003eT2: Desert Chariots\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumidia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bb_img_ctn\"\u003e\u003cvideo class=\"bb_img\" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster=\"https:\/\/shared.akamai.steamstatic.com\/store_item_assets\/steam\/apps\/792520\/extras\/ec2e24ceb2f3c2912e5877920d662400.poster.avif?t=1764166915\" width=\"624\" height=\"204\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/shared.akamai.steamstatic.com\/store_item_assets\/steam\/apps\/792520\/extras\/ec2e24ceb2f3c2912e5877920d662400.webm?t=1764166915\" type=\"video\/webm; codecs=vp9\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/shared.akamai.steamstatic.com\/store_item_assets\/steam\/apps\/792520\/extras\/ec2e24ceb2f3c2912e5877920d662400.mp4?t=1764166915\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrior to Numidia’s founding after the 2nd Punic war, its people were divided into two Berber tribes: the Massyli and the Masaesyli. Both were skilled warriors and there were many rivalries between them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Massyli had strong relations with Carthage, a key reason for the Massaesyli aligning with Rome when the opportunity came. Through many twists and turns, both tribes ultimately unified into theK kingdom of Numidia, under the Massylian king Massinissa. He ruled for an astonishing 54 years, transforming his kingdom into a prospering North African power.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul class=\"bb_ul\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAffinity to Cartage and Latin culture\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtensive Roman influence in battle\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCavalry-focused faction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFaction traits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul class=\"bb_ul\"\u003e\u003cli\u003eDesert Ambushers: +50%  chance of successfully launching an ambush\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumidia Unit Roster:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003eMelee Infantry:\u003c\/h2\u003eT1: Slave Infantry\u003cbr\u003eT2: Numidian Light Infantry\u003cbr\u003eT2: Gaetuli Tribesmen\u003cbr\u003eT3: Desert Legionaries\u003cbr\u003eT3: Desert Cohort\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003eSpear Infantry:\u003c\/h2\u003eT1: Numidian Spearmen\u003cbr\u003eT2: Desert Vigiles\u003cbr\u003eT3: Armoured Numidian Spears\u003cbr\u003eT4: Numidian Noble Infantry\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003eMissile Infantry:\u003c\/h2\u003eT1: Tribesmen\u003cbr\u003eT1: Tribal Slingers\u003cbr\u003eT2: Numidian Javelinmen\u003cbr\u003eT3: Heavy Numidian Skirmishers\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003eShock Cavalry:\u003c\/h2\u003eT2: Numidian Riders\u003cbr\u003eT3: Armoured Numidian Riders\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003eMelee Cavalry:\u003c\/h2\u003eT2: Desert Cavalry\u003cbr\u003eT3: Armoured Desert Cavalry\u003cbr\u003eT3: Desert Legionary Cavalry\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003eMissile Cavalry:\u003c\/h2\u003eT1: Gaetuli Horse Skirmishers\u003cbr\u003eT2: Numidian Cavalry\u003cbr\u003eT3: Armoured Numidian Cavalry\u003cbr\u003eT4: Numidian Noble Cavalry\u003ch2 class=\"bb_tag\"\u003eSpecial:\u003c\/h2\u003eT2: Desert Chariots\u003cbr\u003eT3: Armoured Desert Chariots\u003cbr\u003eT4: African Elephants","brand":"SEGA, Feral Interactive","offers":[{"title":"Standard \/ EU","offer_id":46771516014753,"sku":"792520-EU","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/4753\/9873\/files\/capsule_616x353_28591db2-9012-47e2-8471-c412477f639c.jpg?v=1785308058","url":"https:\/\/playzoomi.com\/es\/products\/total-war-rome-ii-desert-kingdoms-culture-pack-pc-steam","provider":"Playzoomi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}