In Civilization 6, forming friendships and alliances is key for enhancing trade and diplomatic relations. However, there might be times when you wish to subtly undermine your own Allies without direct conflict and possibly disrupt their game. Here’s an innovative strategy involving the World Congress that can add some intrigue to your gameplay.
Targeting AI with a City-State Emergency
Let’s look at an example game case. Assume Mali is friendly with all nations except the Zulu, this cannot stand as the geopolitical situation is too peaceful for a dynamic game. Earlier, Mali had conquered Brussels, where I had an envoy. Even though this occurred 70 turns ago, the World Congress feature in Civ 6 allows for late repercussions through a special session.
Step-by-Step Guide to Utilize the World Congress
- Navigate to the World Congress: Open the World Congress tab and select active proposals.
- Call a Special Session: Here, you can propose a city-state emergency against Mali. It’s crucial to note that if you’re in an alliance with Mali, you can initiate but not vote on the emergency.
- World Decides: After proposing the emergency, every civilization that has met Mali will vote on whether to declare war.
After waiting two turns, the special session convenes. In this game, my proposal for a city-state emergency was up for voting. Due to our friendly status, I couldn’t vote on my proposal, but I could observe the outcome.
Outcome and Implications
The city-state emergency against Mali was approved! Some leaders like Menelik and Cleopatra chose to declare war on Mansa Musa. This worsens Mali’s situation by increasing its number of adversaries. While these nations might not take aggressive actions, the potential for them to liberate Brussels or seize other cities poses a significant threat to Mali. At the least, I hope that all involved civs divert their resources to war effort.
Frequency of Special Sessions
It’s important to remember that you can only call for a special session every 15 turns due to a mandatory cooling-off period. This rule ensures that the power of the World Congress is used sparingly.
This tactic showcases how the World Congress in Civ 6 can be strategically used to influence the game’s political landscape without direct engagement. By initiating conflicts through this diplomatic avenue, you can create challenging situations for your allies, thereby adding depth and complexity to your diplomatic strategies.
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