Traits and Ancillaries Frequently Asked Questions

**khelvan** · 12-27-2005, 12:06

As soon as Tosa or whoever else gets to it.

**TB666** · 12-30-2005, 17:12

I don't know if this is the right thread or not but it's related.
When a general extreminate a settlement they get the "bad sleeper"(or something like that) trait.
It is a cool trait but would it be possible that only a certain type of general wouldn't or would get this trait if he exteriminates the settlement ??

**Malrubius** · 12-30-2005, 18:02

It should be that only selfless generals get pangs of conscience for exterminating populations (Restless Sleeper trait). It should take at least 3 exterminations before this occurs.

There are also 3 levels of selflessness (which are hidden from the player--you don't know exactly how smart or charismatic or loyal your general is naturally, but you have a general idea, and can discern more by watching his performance over time), and the chances are different for each level.

**Teleklos Archelaou** · 12-30-2005, 18:22

Originally Posted by Malrubius

It should be that only selfless generals get pangs of conscience for exterminating populations (Restless Sleeper trait). It should take at least 3 exterminations before this occurs.

There are also 3 levels of selflessness (which are hidden from the player--you don't know exactly how smart or charismatic or loyal your general is naturally, but you have a general idea, and can discern more by watching his performance over time), and the chances are different for each level.

I hardly ever exterminate populations, but the damt Aitolians deserved it

. My Mak general got the trait from that one time though (I'm sure it was just one time). He is unselfish/optimistic/loyal though.

**Malrubius** · 12-30-2005, 18:54

Ok, I see what happened. My documentation lists a threshold of 3, but the real threshold is 1, so it can happen after 1 extermination (makes sense). Your general may have the "Selfish" label, but he's not totally evil, just out for himself. Even someone like that might have trouble rationalizing away thousands of deaths. He probably had a 50% chance to get the trait. I may do some tweaking to the threshold and triggers to get more varied results.

**Malrubius** · 01-01-2006, 12:22

FAQ update:

1. Added more detail to the spy network question (requires forum or better)
2. question about bored
3. question about morale

Q. My general gets bored from sitting in town. What happens next? How can I stop or reverse this?

A. Energetic generals are most likely to have this problem. They want to be doing something, not just sitting around twiddling their thumbs. If you're not keeping them busy, at least occasionally, they'll find diversions to pass the time, like drinking, womanizing, or gambling. It doesn't take much to keep them occupied; a tour of the province or stepping out of town for some fresh air might be sufficient. A battle is a great means of alleviating boredom, as well.

It's best to take corrective action immediately once you detect he's become bored. Once he's taken up a vice or two, it may be too late to correct his behavior!

Q. My general's troops have low morale. What causes this? How can I change it?

A. EB has a somewhat complicated system for morale of the soldiers commanded by a general. It starts with a type of base or equilibrium morale, which depends on the general's skill and command experience, and on the situation the men are in. Certain events may provide a transient boost above this equilibrium, or provide a temporary minus.

Ways to raise your men's morale:
- Win a battle (gain bonuses)
- be in or near your home territory (gain bonus)
- be besieged and be commanded by a charismatic general

Ways to lower your men's morale:
- lose a battle (gain negatives)
- general loitering in town may let discipline get sloppy (lose bonuses)
- lay siege to a settlement (lose bonuses)
- be besieged
- be away from home (gain negatives)
- be force marching
- be outside a town when winter arrives

**Malrubius** · 01-03-2006, 19:44

Q. What are the steps for my Roman general obtain a triumph?

A. The first step on the road back to Rome in triumph is the "Vanquisher of Carthaginians" trait, obtained by winning a battle or two. Next, after more conquest, you'll get "Conqueror of Carthago" (It wouldn't be much of a spoiler to tell you that conquering Kart-hadast itself will get you closer to a triumph than conquering Lilibeo). (similar traits and criteria exist for most of Rome's immediate neighbors).

That settles those requirements that can be easily obtained by your general. Next his men must name him "Imperator" (commander). Preferably, after a numerically important and difficult battle, won decisively. In history, there were instances of a general paying his men to get the title, but we're not going to let you off that easy.

Exact criteria for Imperator trait:

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Finally, after being named "Imperator" by his men, the general must be awarded a triumph by the Senate. In history, they sometimes made men wait or refused to award it, so having some pull (i.e., Influence) helps here

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Good luck!

Fighting rebels won't get you a triumph, but a Corono Ovalis is possible there, by winning a difficult battle decisively.

**The Kataphract** · 09-01-2006, 02:23

Originally Posted by Teleklos Archelaou

I hardly ever exterminate populations, but the damt Aitolians deserved it

. My Mak general got the trait from that one time though (I'm sure it was just one time). He is unselfish/optimistic/loyal though.

My conquering german armies raid and massacre the surronding Roman cites every ten years or so, and yet my generals never develop 'Restless Sleeper' traits. I'm going to assume that this has something to do with their race/culture?

**therother** · 09-01-2006, 03:24

I guess you just happen to have a bunch of generals who are either: egotistical and selfish, paranoid xenophobic drunks, or they are a bit on the slothful side.

**kambiz** · 09-01-2006, 11:13

Hello Everyones;

What are the title of Ashkâniân(Pahlavian) Faction leaders?

I hope you have been chosen "Knig of Kings" (Shāhanshāh) for them ,Because as you know "Mithridates II" had the title of "Great King" ,But soon it changed to "King of Kings".And as far as I know ,All Ashkâniân kings called like this.

Thank you
-Kambiz