Industrious and scientific, the Persians are a strong production and research workhorse. Persia, along with Egypt has been a perennial 'newbie' favorite since the inception of CIV III. New players often struggle with proper worker management, tech research, and combat. Persia has the built in traits and Unique Unit that help mask a new players weaknesses in these areas. This masking has often-lead 'newbies' to crown Persia the title of THE best Civ. Experienced players know that there is no 'best' Civ, and yet they often rate Persia among their personal favorites. The reason for this is simple; played correctly Persia can dominate a game from beginning to end in a manner that few others can rival. Few AI Civs present as frightening an Ancient Age neighbor as the Persians, and for good reason!
