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Which is exactly one reason why I would rather see Florence (or some variation of Tuscany) instead of Venice. Venice was a trading power, but it was Florence that profited most from the surrounding trade cities by making huge economic advances. Florence and surrounding areas excelled above other...

This Take a look around at the famous buildings in England as well as many historic buildings in America. Other than Stonehenge, You'll find an enormous number of them are done in the Palladian style or influence. Many consider (myself included) Venetian architecture to be less impressive...

Thing with Greece is, it's greatest accomplishment (spreading all of it's previous accomplishments across the known world) came while it was unified under Alexander. Since Italy has been unified, it has 1. Failed to become an important colonial power. 2. Failed to win with its original side in...

This conversation got me thinking though. Has the possibility of it being Florence and not Venice been absolutely eliminated? As important as Venice was as a trading power, it was the banks of Florence that really were the financial power of the period. From Florence came the first (and...

You accurately point out that the time period of Venice's power was limited, however by calling it a "tourist trap" you are dismissing the huge cultural impact the Venetians had. Their contributions to art and architecture, particularly in their use of color during the 16th century from artist...

I'll agreed with you on Venice absolutely being a Civilization that should be in. And I'll agree that most of the North American tribes are far from being necessary based on their impact on the development to global civilization. But I have to disagree that the Iroquios is a good addition solely...

After publishing my first map on the Workshop I wanted to continue with it and make a full scenario. I had no problem setting up the city-states I wanted based on what I read in Kael's guide but after realizing that one was very outdated I turned to whoward69's guide to create my first...