The Jin (also often known as the Wu in deference to the Jin’s founder, Emperor Wu) played a vital role in many of the wars of ancient China’s unification – and in the rebellions that undermined such efforts to bring China under the rule of a single dynasty. They were an inventive, artistic, and highly […]
Meet the Jin (Wu): A Civilization of GMT’s Ancient Civilizations of East Asia Read Post »
Designer Blogs
Introduction by ACEA Co-Designer, Fred Schachter: This article’s Part 1 of 2 provided Designer Chris Vorder Bruegge’s general overview, with historical references, of how Ancient Civilizations of East Asia was designed. This included video links readers may find of interest in gaining appreciation of the game’s historical context. In Part 2 of 2, Author Chris
Meet the Zhou: A Civilization of GMT’s Ancient Civilizations of East Asia By Mark McLaughlin & Fred Schachter The Zhou were one of the key civilizations which helped define China and its culture. They endured for some 789 years, from c. 1046 BC until 256 BC, the longest span of any dynasty in Chinese history. Their core source of power was
Meet the Zhou: A Civilization of GMT’s Ancient Civilizations of East Asia Read Post »
Designer Blogs
The Shang are the earliest recorded dynasty of ancient China. For far more detail than this summary can convey, see: Shang dynasty – Wikipedia. There are also numerous YouTube videos regarding them. The Shang are credited with giving China its first written language – as found on oracle bones used by their priests for divination.
Meet the Shang: A Civilization of GMT’s Ancient Civilizations of East Asia Read Post »
Designer Blogs
The Chu were one of the strongest, most persistent, and most influential civilizations of Chinese history. They were a major force in politics and culture for over 800 years. Their armies were famed – and feared – for their chariots and their importation and mastery of war elephants in battle. These traits are reflected both
Meet the Chu: A Civilization of GMT’s Ancient Civilizations of East Asia Read Post »
Designer Blogs