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Catherine de Medici leads the French forces in Civilization 6

Civilization 6

Queen of France, Catherine de Medici, might have endured varying influence during her actual reign – thanks to her husband, King Henry, not allowing her much control – but that won’t stop her heading up the forces of France in Civilization 6. 

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France’s specialities are related to espionage and building mid-game wonders.

As ruler, Catherine de Medici can deploy her ladies-in-waiting to secure extra diplomatic information from each Civ she meets. She might not have been allowed much influence during her reign, but I bet she could tell you a few stories about some powerful people.

France is also the only nation able to build châteaus – a tile improvement to be built adjacent to rivers – which helps with tourism, especially when coupled with those mid-game wonders. The new ruler certainly makes a change from Napoleon.

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