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Kainoi

Appears on every character, agents included · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 12 of the cultures. Once it reaches Kainoi it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet the Kainian

This man hails from the Kainoi, a tribe situated east of the river Ebros, in the territory of the Paitoi, between the Astai and the Korpiloi. As a smaller tribe they excel at conducting raids and ambushes. Due to their small size, they are more effective cooperating with other Thracians in their operations.

Granted by events, at birth or by inheritance.

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Kallatian

Appears on every character, agents included · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 17 of the cultures. Once it reaches Kallatian it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet of Kallatis

This man is from Kallatis in the Pontic Pentapolis. Founded by Herakleia Pontike in the late Archaid period, it quickly grew thanks to the excellent fertility of its soils.

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Kallinikos

Appears on family members (generals, governors, leaders) · at most 2 characters may hold it · never on 17 of the cultures.

Effects: +1 Influence · grants the epithet Kallinikos

This man has received the title Kallinikos (Winner of a Noble Victory), an honorific reserved for those whose triumphs are as glorious as they are decisive. Unlike common victories, his are marked by great celebrations, poetic recountings, and sculptors ready to immortalize the moment. Grateful cities laud his name, and even his enemies acknowledge his skill, though they might add that ‘noble victory’ often depends on who writes the history books.

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Kalos

Appears on family members (generals, governors, leaders) · at most 4 characters may hold it · never on 17 of the cultures.

Effects: +1 Influence · grants the epithet Kalos

This man’s divine handsomeness has left the Greeks in awe, earning him the title of 'Kalos' (the Beautiful One). His perfect features and godlike presence are enough to make sculptors weep, poets faint, and rivals envious. It is said that even Apollo himself might hesitate to compete with such beauty. While some murmur about the superficiality of such admiration, he knows that beauty, like power, is a weapon in its own right.

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Kaloslimenian

Appears on every character, agents included · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 17 of the cultures. Once it reaches Kaloslimenian it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet of Kalos Limen

This man is from Kalos Limen, the beautiful harbour.

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Kamarinaian

Appears on every character, agents included · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 17 of the cultures. Once it reaches Kamarinaian it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet of Kamarina

This man is from Kamarina, the rebellious daughter of Syracuse. Karamina often rose up against its mother city, and was destroyed on many of these occasions.

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Kanysian

Appears on every character, agents included · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 17 of the cultures. Once it reaches Kanysian it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet of Kanysion

This man is from Kanysion, allegedly founded by the Homeric hero Diomedes as a hunting lodge.

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Kaouoi

Appears on every character, agents included · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 12 of the cultures. Once it reaches Kaouoi it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet the Kaouian

This man hails from the Kaouoi, a large Illyrian tribe with multiple cities located east of Skodra, on the left bank of the Drin. The location of their territory on the Kandaouian mountain makes their fortresses hard to access.

Granted by events, at birth or by inheritance.

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Kapnobates

Appears on family members (generals, governors, leaders) · at most 6 characters may hold it · never on 15 of the cultures.

Effects: -1 Command, +1 Hit Points

This Mysian, in accordance with his religion, abstains from eating any living thing, and therefore from his flocks as well, and he uses honey and milk and cheese as food, living a peaceable life, and for this reason is called both “theosebes" (god-fearers) and "kapnobatai"' - Strab., 7.3.3.

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Karian

Appears on family members (generals, governors, leaders) · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 17 of the cultures. Once it reaches Karian it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet the Karian

This man is Karian.

Granted by events, at birth or by inheritance.

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Karkinian

Appears on every character, agents included · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 17 of the cultures. Once it reaches Karkinian it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet of Karkine

This man is from Karkine on the Tauric Chersonesos.

Granted by events, at birth or by inheritance.

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Kassandreian

Appears on every character, agents included · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 17 of the cultures. Once it reaches Kassandreian it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet of Kassandreia

This man is from Kassandreia, founded by and named after the ruthless diadochos Kassandros in the place of the once mighty Poteidaia. It sits on the isthmus of the Pallene peninsula; its name and location suggest that Kassandros may have intended this city to be his capital.

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Katanian

Appears on every character, agents included · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 17 of the cultures. Once it reaches Katanian it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet of Katane

This man is from Katane, a centre of learning on the foothills of the Aitna.

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Kaukoitian

Appears on every character, agents included · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 12 of the cultures. Once it reaches Kaukoitian it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet the Kaukoitian

This man hails from the Kaukonitai, a people of unsure origin who live near the Parthenios river and neighbour the Mariandynoi in Asia Minor. They may have initially been Scythians, Pelasgians, or Macedonians who migrated into Asia, though now they are seen as Paphlagonians.

Granted by events, at birth or by inheritance.

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Kerasian

Appears on every character, agents included · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 17 of the cultures. Once it reaches Kerasian it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet of Kerasous

This man is from Kerasous - like most cities along the Pontic coastline, it was established by Milesians from Sinope and named after an adjacent river. It produced excellent cherries and the nearby island was said to be sacred to the Amazons.

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Keraunos

Appears on family members (generals, governors, leaders) · at most 4 characters may hold it · never on 17 of the cultures.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet Keraunos

This man is quick to action and quicker to anger, a personality that shakes the air wherever he goes. Soldiers fear his wrath as much as they admire his resolve, and generals tread carefully when dealing with him, lest his rage turn their way. It is said that he once barked an order so loudly, a nearby horse fainted. Whether it’s his fiery confidence or his temper, he has earned the nickname Keraunos (thunder) like the rolling thunder of the gods.

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Kerkinitan

Appears on every character, agents included · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 17 of the cultures. Once it reaches Kerkinitan it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet of Kerkinitis

This man is from Kerkinitis, founded by Heraclea Pontika.

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Kian

Appears on every character, agents included · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 17 of the cultures. Once it reaches Kian it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet of Kios

This man is from Kios, a colony of Miletos and member of the Northern League. It is said that Hylas, one of the companions of Heracles, was carried off by the nymphs when he went to get water here. Kios was also visited by the Argonauts, some of whom stayed here.

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Kieran

Appears on every character, agents included · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 17 of the cultures. Once it reaches Kieran it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet of Kieros

This man is from Kieros, a colony of Boiotians and Thessalians on the north eastern coast of Bithynia. It is surrounded by the native Mariandynoi and belongs to the domain of Herakleia Pontike, joining the mightier polis in the Northern League.

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Kikone

Appears on every character, agents included · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 12 of the cultures. Once it reaches Kikone it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet the Kikone

This man is a member of the Kikones Tribe

Granted by events, at birth or by inheritance.

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Kilikian

Appears on family members (generals, governors, leaders) · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 17 of the cultures. Once it reaches Kilikian it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet the Kilikian

This man is Kilikian.

Granted by events, at birth or by inheritance.

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Killed a Man

Appears on family members (generals, governors, leaders) · at most 2 characters may hold it.

Effects: -2 Influence · grants the epithet the Murderer

It’s no secret that he once killed an acquaintance after a minor disagreement with him. His anger got out of control and he snapped, running his sword into the man’s side, then walking away like nothing had happened. It certainly causes his servants to treat him very carefully when they deliver any bad news.

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King

Appears on family members (generals, governors, leaders) · pulls against King · at most 1 character may hold it · never on 14 of the cultures.

Effects: +1 Infantry Command, +1 Influence

This man is one of Sparta's Kings.

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King (GreekleaderSparta2)

Appears on family members (generals, governors, leaders) · pulls against King · at most 1 character may hold it · never on 14 of the cultures.

Effects: +1 Infantry Command, +1 Influence

This man is one of Sparta's Kings.

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King of Crete

Appears on family members (generals, governors, leaders).

Effects: +1 Command, +1 Law

The Cretan poleis have been finally united! Once more, Crete speaks with one voice, with its own destiny to forge. Whether ruled with great wisdom or great force, the throne of Minos is now occupied by a powerful ruler, and the destiny of the island is now only his to decide!

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King of Illyria

Appears on family members (generals, governors, leaders) · never on 15 of the cultures.

Effects: +1 Influence, +2 Training Units, +1 Law

By the sword, this man has united, under his rule, the fierce tribes of Illyria. As king, his name is now mentioned with respect across the Adriatic. The Illyrians now march as one under his banner, and the world trembles at the thought of their might.

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King of Sardinia

Appears on family members (generals, governors, leaders).

Effects: +1 Law, +1 Command, +2 Influence

This man has accomplished what many thought impossible: he has united the fiercely independent, warring clans of the rugged interior and sweep down upon the foreign coastal occupiers. By conquering their cities and taking control over their ports, he has become the undisputed King of Sardinia!

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King of the Gauls

Appears on family members (generals, governors, leaders).

Effects: +1 Influence

Ankyra has fallen! You have led your armies across Europe and into Asia Minor, following in the footsteps of the Gallic tribes who came before. By taking the main city of Galatia, you have claimed the title of King of the Gauls, securing your place as the ruler of these lands. The Galatians once marauded these lands, but now, under your rule, order has been restored.

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King of the Upper Satrapies

Appears on family members (generals, governors, leaders) · pulls against Disinherited, Faction Leader · at most 1 character may hold it · never on 17 of the cultures.

Effects: +1 Influence, +1 Command, +5 Movement Points

This general has been named the King of the Upper Satrapies, and he should rule them from Seleucia. This post is meant to provide for the security of the eastern provinces while the Seleucid king himself is absent and preoccupied in the west.

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Klazomenian

Appears on every character, agents included · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 17 of the cultures. Once it reaches Klazomenian it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet of Klazomenai

This man is from Klazomenai, an Ionian city founded by Kolophon. During the Peloponnesian War, they revolted against Athens before eventually re-acknowledging Athenian supremacy. The town is famous for its beautifully painted sarcophagi made of clay.

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Knidan

Appears on every character, agents included · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 17 of the cultures. Once it reaches Knidan it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet of Knidos

This man is from Knidos on the Dorian Chersonesos, a colony of Lakedaimonians and Argives. Along with Rhodes and its colonies, it formed the Dorian Hexapolis, and hosted its federal sanctuary, the Triopion. Since the satrap Mausolos has moved its location, it has become renowned as the location of a medical school.

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Koilaletai

Appears on every character, agents included · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 12 of the cultures. Once it reaches Koilaletai it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet the Koilaletaian

This man hails from the Koilaletai, an obscure Thracian tribe, inhabiting the area beneath the Aimos Mountains. Their proximity to the Odrysai and Bessoi might have led to conflict and cooperation between those tribes.

Granted by events, at birth or by inheritance.

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Komogrammateus

Appears on family members (generals, governors, leaders) · 4 levels · pulls against Epistates Komes, Ioeutes · never on 16 of the cultures.

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Koreloi

Appears on every character, agents included · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 12 of the cultures. Once it reaches Koreloi it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet the Korelian

This man hails from the Koreloi, a small tribe of south-eastern Thrace, near the Astoi. As a smaller tribe they rely on ambushes and cooperation with other tribes in their attacks.

Granted by events, at birth or by inheritance.

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Korinthian

Appears on family members (generals, governors, leaders) · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 17 of the cultures. Once it reaches Korinthian it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet the Korinthian

This man is Korinthian.

Granted by events, at birth or by inheritance.

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Korkyran

Appears on every character, agents included · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 17 of the cultures. Once it reaches Korkyran it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet of Korkyra

This man is from Korkyra, former colony of Corinth. Their rivalry was the stuff of legends whereby Thucydides himself credited Korkyra's conflict with her mother city as a significant cause of the Peloponnesian War.

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Kosian

Appears on every character, agents included · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 17 of the cultures. Once it reaches Kosian it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet of Kos

This man is from the island polis of Kos, a member of the Dorian Hexapolis. In Homer's Iliad, a contingent of Koans fought for the Greeks and it was reputedly the birthplace of the goddess Leto. Kos houses the greatest school of medicine in the world, which has existed since the days of Hippokrates.

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Kotyoran

Appears on every character, agents included · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 17 of the cultures. Once it reaches Kotyoran it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet of Kotyora

This man is from Kotyora, founded by Milesians on the south Euxine coast. Xenophon and The Ten Thousand rested here for 45 days before continuing their march home. Pharnakes I would later force it into a synoikismos with Kerasous to create Pharnakeia.

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Kretan

Appears on family members (generals, governors, leaders) · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 17 of the cultures. Once it reaches Kretan it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet the Kretan

This man is Kretan.

Granted by events, at birth or by inheritance.

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Krypteia

Appears on every character, agents included · never on 14 of the cultures.

Effects: no stat effects

Krypteia or Crypteia ("hidden, secret things") was a tradition involving young Spartans, part of the agoge regime of Spartan education. Its goal and nature are still a matter of discussion among historians.\nYoung Spartan men who had completed their training at the agoge with such success that they were marked out as potential future leaders would be given the opportunity to test their skills and prove themselves worthy of the Spartan military through participation in the krypteia.\nAccording to Cartledge, Krypteia members stalked the helot villages and surrounding countryside, spying on the servile population. Their mission was to root-out potential sedition. Troublesome helots could be summarily executed. Such brutal oppression of the helots permitted the Spartans to control the agrarian population and devote themselves to military practice. It may also have contributed to the Spartans' reputation for stealth since a boy who got caught was punished by whipping.\nOnly Spartans who had served in the Krypteia as young men could expect to achieve the highest ranks in Spartan society and army. It was felt that only those Spartans who showed the ability and willingness to kill for the state at a young age were worthy to join the leadership in later years.\nThis man has gone through that process at some time.

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Kymian

Appears on every character, agents included · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 17 of the cultures. Once it reaches Kymian it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet of Kyme

This man is from Kyme, an Aiolian colony allegedly founded by the legendary amazon of the same name. Though it is the home of Ephoros, the first writer of universal history, its inhabitants are often mocked for their peasant like simplicity.

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Kypriot Greek

Appears on family members (generals, governors, leaders) · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 17 of the cultures. Once it reaches Kypriot Greek it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet the Kypriot Greek

This man is Kypriot Greek.

Granted by events, at birth or by inheritance.

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Kyrenian

Appears on family members (generals, governors, leaders) · never on 17 of the cultures. Once it reaches Kyrenian it cannot drop back.

Effects: +1 Health · grants the epithet of Kyrene

This man is a citizen of Kyrene, the most important Greek city in Kyrenaica. Its main export is the medicinal herb silphium.

Granted by events, at birth or by inheritance.

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Kyrmiainai

Appears on every character, agents included · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 12 of the cultures. Once it reaches Kyrmiainai it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet the Kyrmanaian

This man is a member of the Kyrmanaians Tribe

Granted by events, at birth or by inheritance.

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Kytheran

Appears on every character, agents included · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 17 of the cultures. Once it reaches Kytheran it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet of Kythera

This man is from Kythera, an island taken by Sparta from the Argives. The island has been occupied by Athens during its many wars against Sparta numerous times and numerous still was it used to raid Laconia.

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Kytoronian

Appears on every character, agents included · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 17 of the cultures. Once it reaches Kytoronian it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet of Kytoron

This man is from Kytoron, founded either by the mythical Kytioros, son of Phrixos, or by Sinope. It was mentioned by Homer in the Iliad as a Paphlagonian settlement along the Parthenios River and was surrounded by thick forests of boxwood.

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Kyzikian

Appears on every character, agents included · sons inherit it 1% of the time · never on 17 of the cultures. Once it reaches Kyzikian it cannot drop back.

Effects: no stat effects · grants the epithet of Kyzikos

This man is from Kyzikos, located on the island of Arktonnesos, which is connected to the mainland by two bridges. According to tradition, it was founded by Pelasgians from Thessaly after they were driven out by the Argonauts. Its coinage was once used all around the Eastern Mediterranean and Black Sea.