Civilization 7sports multiple versions of several leaders, not unlike what Civilization 6 brought to the table primarily through its Leader Pass. Ashoka, World Conqueror focuses his Happiness-fueling efforts on the domination front, crushing enemies beneath his heel while his citizenry smiles along with him.

Learn what makes Ashoka, World Conqueror such a smart pick for players seeking military triumph with a heaping helping of a satisfied population. It’s the people who fuel Ashoka’s global ambitions, and that makes him exceptionally qualified to handle all manner of crises - from turn-to-turn surprises to the official Crisis at the end of each age.

Ashoka, World Conqueror’s selection screen in Civilization 7

Ashoka, World Conqueror Leader Overview

Ashoka, World Conquerorseizes the will of his people to increaseProductionthrough multiple means.Wars are more effectivewhen in a Celebration, anda declaration of Formal War triggers a Celebration.It’s a lovely synergy.

Declaring a Formal War grants a Celebration.

Combat Strength

+10 Combat Strength against Districts for all units during a Celebration.

How Do Ashoka’s Attributes Work?

As with his World Renouncer alter ego,Ashoka, World Conqueror thrives on the military stage. But the sizable boosts to Production via Happiness modifer make him capable of pivoting in several other directions if needed. Still, it’s through battle that you’ll find the most success.

What Civs Work Best With Ashoka, World Conqueror?

Ashoka, World Conqueror offers compelling reasons to look for civs withCombat, Happiness, and Productionqualifiers.

Details

Maurya

ThePurabhettarahunique Cavalry Unit gains+5 Combat Strength against Fortified Districts, adding even more might to yourCity-siegingbonuses.

Amazingly, the Maurya offerfour more ways to boost Happiness, which is important for Ashoka: theNagarikaunique Settler, theDharamshala and Viharaunique Buildings, and theMathaDistrict constructed when they’re built.

Ashoka, World Conqueror’s civ select in Civilization 7

Persia

Persia’sImmortalunique Infantry unit is fantastic, especially thanks to the civ’s+3 Combat Strength boost for Infantry units when attacking. TheHazarapatisunique Commander unit rounds things out nicely.

Getting a30 percent boost to Production for the Gate of All Nations Wonderis great, as it’ll add+2 War Supportto all your wars. The last thing you’ll want is to face reduced Happiness when going to war based on, well, Happiness.