Wolof Culture ID

Wolof culture in Crusader Universalis 3.

Wolof Culture

Wolof
Senegambian
The culture ID for Wolof is wolof.
wolof

Commands

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

set_culture wolof

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

change_culture [county id] wolof

Information

NameWolof
Culture IDwolof
HeritageSenegambian
EthosCommunal
LanguageSenegambian
ArchitectureAfrican
FashionAfrican
Coat of ArmsWest African
Military EquipmentSub-Saharan African

Overview

The Wolof is a predominant ethnic group in the west African nation of Senegal, although substantial communities can also be found in The Gambia and Mauritania. The Wolof people are known for their rich cultural heritage, steeped in oral traditions, music, dance, and visual arts.

The Wolof language serves as Lingua Franca in Senegal, acting as the bridge of communication amongst various ethnic groups. The language not only embodies their communication norms but also reflects their intricate social structure with its elaborate honorifics and rich proverbs.

A central part of Wolof culture is the importance placed on values such as respect, honor, and hospitality - often encapsulated in the term 'teranga', which is synonymous with unparalleled hospitality. Teranga manifests in everyday activities like welcoming visitors with open arms and the provision of support for the needy.

The Wolof people are also highly renowned for their craftsmanship, especially in the creation of traditional musical instruments, fabrics, and intricate jewelry. Music and dance play a pivotal role in Wolof culture, and their traditional dances like the 'sabar', showcase a vibrant and lively spirit. Their cuisine is delectable and unique, with dishes like thieboudienne (jollof rice) reflecting a fusion of various culinary influences.

Overall, the Wolof culture is a colorful tapestry that paints a vivid picture of both past and present influences, interwoven harmoniously to form a unique cultural identity.

Communal Ethos

Communal Ethos

Communal Ethos

This culture values the bonds of community above all else, fostering great loyalty and dedication by working together towards common goals.

  • -15% Same Culture Mercenary Hire Cost
  • +5 Close Family Opinion
  • -10% Building Construction Cost
  • -10% Building Construction Time

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.

Wolof Traditions

  • Ruling Caste
  • Strong Believers

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.

Wolof Architecture

African

African Architecture

Senegambian Cultures

The following are the IDs of cultures that share the same heritage, Senegambian, as the Wolof culture:

CultureCulture IDEthos
PulaarpulaarBellicose
WolofwolofCommunal