Shatuo Culture ID

Shatuo culture in Crusader Universalis 3.

Shatuo Culture

Shatuo
Turkic
The culture ID for Shatuo is shatuo.
shatuo

Commands

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

set_culture shatuo

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

change_culture [county id] shatuo

Information

NameShatuo
Culture IDshatuo
HeritageTurkic
EthosBellicose
LanguageChinese
ArchitectureEurasian Steppe
FashionMongolian
Coat of ArmsTurkic
Military EquipmentMongolian

Overview

The Shatuo, also known as the Satuk, are an integral part of Chinese history reigning from the 5th to 10th centuries. Originating from the steppe lands of Mongolia, they gradually migrated to Northern China and played a significant role in shaping the politics and dynasties of the time. Although Turkic in origin, they were heavily sinicized over time, adopting the norms, culture, and language of the Chinese.

The Shatuo became particularly influential during the Tang Dynasty, rising to power and prominence due to their military prowess. They not only provided critical support to the ruling dynasty in suppressing rebellions but also established their own dynasties such as the Later Tang, Later Jin, Later Han, and Later Zhou, all of which played a vital part in the historical transition from the Tang to the Song Dynasty.

In terms of culture, the Shatuo combined their Turkic traditions with Chinese influences. While maintaining their pastoral nomadic lifestyle, they gradually embraced the advanced agricultural practices, administration, and cultural sophistication of the Chinese. They also facilitated significant economic and cultural exchange between China and the steppe region.

Even today, the influence of the Shatuo can be seen in China's northern regions, with their history contributing to the rich tapestry that makes up China's diverse culture.

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.

Shatuo Traditions

  • Court Eunuchs
  • Ruling Caste
  • Malleable Invaders with Royal Court

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.

Shatuo Architecture

Eurasian Steppe

Eurasian Steppe Architecture

Turkic Cultures

The following are the IDs of cultures that share the same heritage, Turkic, as the Shatuo culture:

CultureCulture IDEthos
AvaravarBellicose
BashkirbashkirStoic
BolgharbolgharCommunal
CumancumanBellicose
KarlukkarlukCommunal
KhazarkhazarEgalitarian
KimekkimekStoic
KipchakkipchakStoic
KirghizkirghizEgalitarian
LaktanlaktanStoic
PechenegpechenegBellicose
ShatuoshatuoBellicose
UriankhaiuriankhaiCommunal
UyghuruyghurSpiritual
YughuryughurCommunal