Norman Culture ID

Norman culture in Crusader Universalis 3.

Norman Culture

Norman
Frankish
The culture ID for Norman is norman.
norman

Commands

The following command will set your culture to 'Norman.'

set_culture norman

The following command will change the culture of the specified county to 'Norman.'

change_culture [county id] norman

Information

NameNorman
Culture IDnorman
HeritageFrankish
EthosBellicose
LanguageD'Oïl Vulgar
ArchitectureContinental European
FashionContinental European
Coat of ArmsNorman
Military EquipmentContinental European

Overview

The Normans were a unique cultural group originating in the 9th and 10th century AD in a region known as Normandy, located in modern-day France. The term "Norman" is derived from "Norseman" or "Northman", highlighting their Viking roots, which infused with Gallo-Roman elements to form a distinctive cultural identity.

Notably, the Normans were renowned for their martial prowess and penchant for exploration. A testament to their adventurous spirit was the iconic Norman Conquest of England in 1066 by William the Conqueror, which drastically impacted the English language, architecture, and societal structure.

Norman culture was also characterized by a strong commitment to Christianity. They played a pivotal role in the spread of Christianity during the Crusades in the Middle East. Moreover, their influences can still be seen today in the striking Norman Romanesque architecture, which is marked by its round-arched style and massive proportions.

The Normans had a profound influence not only on the lands they conquered but also on the broader course of European history. Their legacy is a vital part of the cultural fabric of modern Europe. Today, Normandy remains a vibrant region in France, proudly preserving its historical heritage, cuisines, festivals, and unique traditions.

Bellicose Ethos

Bellicose Ethos

Bellicose Ethos

This culture considers conflict and violence to be necessary states of existence; ingrained in its people is the idea that one should stand up and fight for their own.

  • +50% Available Mercenary Companies
  • +2 Prowess
  • -10% Men-at-Arms Recruitment Cost
  • -10% Men-at-Arms Maintenance
  • +10% Levy Size

Each culture will have an ethos, which represents the core values, principles and attitude towards life that the culture has. It also determines which court types are available for kingdoms and empires.

Norman Traditions

  • Chanson de Geste
  • Hereditary Hierarchy
  • Stand and Fight!

Each culture will have several traditions, which represent the main customs of a culture and can grant various effects. A culture can have up to five traditions in the tribal era, with every additional era reached granting an additional slot for Traditions.

Norman Architecture

Continental European

Continental European Architecture

Frankish Cultures

The following are the IDs of cultures that share the same heritage, Frankish, as the Norman culture:

CultureCulture IDEthos
FrankishfrankishBellicose
FrenchfrenchCeremonious
NormannormanBellicose
OccitanoccitanEgalitarian