New dlc with complex mechanics of culture and assimilation

**SamDerminji** · October 6

Unified System of Cultural, Diplomatic, and Espionage Mechanics

1. Cultural Influence and Assimilation

Conditions for Cultural Unification:
- To unite two cultures, there must be 70% of one culture relative to the total world percentage of that culture in the country, and the culture must have been in the country for more than 120 years.
- The cultures intended for unification must belong to the same religion.
Assimilation Process:
- Assimilation is conducted separately for each culture.
- Base Assimilation Threshold: The player can assimilate a culture if its proportion is less than 65% of the total population in the country.
- If the player has captured over 70% of the territory of another culture, assimilation becomes unbeneficial; it is easier to recognize the culture as equal.
- Assimilation leads to a significant deterioration in relations with the original culture.
Stages of Cultural Unification:
- Research and Planning (5 years)
- Cultural Exchanges and Events (10 years)
- Social and Economic Initiatives (15 years)
- Support for Local Populations (15 years)
- Long-term Interaction (20 years)
- Unification Process (25 years)

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages:
- Increased stability and reduced discontent.
- Improved living standards through joint economic projects.
- Strengthened unity among citizens.
Disadvantages:
- Risk of discontent among minorities, leading to potential conflicts.
- Significant resource expenditures (time, money).
- Deterioration of international relations with neighboring countries.

2. Diplomacy with Minorities

Influence of Minorities on International Relations:
- If there is a minority of another culture in the country, relations with that country will depend on the level of satisfaction of the minority.
Diplomatic Initiatives:
- The player can promote cultural events through diplomats, which can improve relations with neighbors.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages:
- Ability to improve diplomatic relations and cooperation.
- Increased cultural influence on neighboring states.
Disadvantages:
- Complicated diplomatic policies due to cultural conflicts.
- Potential diplomatic conflicts arising from intervention attempts.

3. Espionage Mechanics

Use of Spies:
- Spies can track the level of discontent in regions with cultural minorities.
- Gather information about the plans of other states regarding cultural policies and assimilation.
Espionage Operations:
- The player can conduct operations to undermine cultural influence against opponents or support their cultural initiatives through active espionage.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages:
- Access to valuable information on the internal policies of other states.
- Ability to provoke conflicts and manipulate cultural influence.
Disadvantages:
- Risk of exposure of espionage operations, which can worsen international relations.
- Loss of resources on espionage operations that could have been used to improve domestic affairs.

4. Reforms

Cultural Equality Reform:
- All cultures in the country receive equal rights.
- Advantages: Increased satisfaction among minorities, improved international relations.
- Disadvantages: Decreased cultural influence of the dominant culture.
Nationalism Reform:
- Privileges are granted only to the dominant culture.
- Advantages: Strengthened unity and identity.
- Disadvantages: Discontent among minorities, potential unrest.
Assimilation Reform:
- Assimilation becomes more effective but causes significant discontent.
- Advantages: Quick integration of minorities.
- Disadvantages: Severe deterioration of relations with the culture being assimilated.
Autonomous Regions:
- Creation of autonomous regions for cultural minorities.
- Advantages: Increased local autonomy and satisfaction.
- Disadvantages: Loss of control by central authority over these regions.

5. Game Editor Features

Editing Culture Names:
- In the game editor, players can edit the names of united cultures, allowing for customization and immersion.
Creating Culture Combinations:
- Players can define which cultures can unite to create a new culture, adding depth to cultural dynamics and player strategies.

Conclusion

This unified system of cultural, diplomatic, and espionage mechanics, along with the features of the game editor, creates a dynamic and interactive gameplay environment. It allows players to manage cultural diversity, engage in diplomacy, and utilize espionage strategically. Each decision carries its consequences, requiring careful consideration and planning. If you have additional ideas or changes, let me know!

Edited October 6 by SamDerminji