Sao Culture
Commands
The following command will set your culture to 'Sao.'
The following command will change the culture of the specified county to 'Sao.'
Information
| Name | Sao |
| Culture ID | sao |
| Heritage | Central African |
| Ethos | Stoic |
| Language | Chadic |
| Architecture | African |
| Fashion | African |
| Coat of Arms | Central African |
| Military Equipment | Sub-Saharan African |
Overview
The Sao Civilization was a historical community that existed in Central Africa from the 6th century BC to the 16th century AD, in what is now northern Cameroon and southern Chad. Their name, 'Sao', comes from the Kanuri word that means 'star'. The Sao civilization was among the oldest in Africa, and their expertise in art and the iron industry was unequaled.
The Sao population were advanced agriculturalists, fishermen, and hunter gatherers who also excelled in arts. They produced complex ceramics and intricate bronze, copper, and iron figurines, reflecting an unravelled artistic tradition. These sculptures, mostly of human figures, remain as one of the most tangible aspects of the Sao culture.
The Sao built cities protected by large walls, evidence of a highly organized society. They also interacted vigorously with their adjacent societies through trade and warfare, which significantly influenced their culture.
By the end of the 16th century, the Sao civilization vanished mysteriously, leaving behind only their sculptures and structures as remnants of their existence. Despite limited historical records, the Sao civilization's remarkable heritage continues to intrigue scholars and visitors alike, inviting us all to dive deeper into this rich and ancient African culture. Their influence persists in modern Central African cultures, particularly in traditional folklore and artistic styles.
Stoic Ethos
Stoic Ethos
This culture believes in standing strong like a mountain, taking any and all hardships that life may throw at them and enduring them all with grim determination and an indomitable spirit.
- +5 Defender Advantage
- -15% Stress Gain
- -15% Friendly Fatal Casualties
- +0.25 Disease Resistance Health Boost
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.
Sao Traditions
- Agrarian
- City Keepers
- Dryland Dwellers
- Parochialism
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.
Sao Architecture
African
