Amplitude Studios' Humankind was released on the 17th of August 2021 and has been well-received by fans and critics. The game doesn't try to hide its influences, as it has clear similarities to the critically acclaimed Civilizationseries.
Like Civilization, Humankindis a turn-based strategy game that tasks players with building an empire and requires them to make numerous tough decisions along the way. Among the most important choices in any given campaign are what Cultures the player will adopt. Every Era features a unique set of Cultures to choose from, including ten from the Ancient Era, that each has its own set of strengths, weaknesses, and perks.
The following information for each Culture will be listed:
Affinity Traits – These effects will only be available during their specific Cultures, so they will not transfer to the next Era.
Legacy Traits – Unlike Affinity Traits, Legacy Traits are not lost once a new Era begins.
Emblematic Units – These Units can only be built by their respective Cultures. However, they stick around for subsequent Eras.
Emblematic Districts – Each Culture can create unique Districts that, similar to Emblematic Units, persist after the player transitions to a new Era.
Every Affinity In Humankind
Aesthete – The Aesthete Affinity favors a playstyle centered around Influence and diplomacy. Players will gain extra Fame from earning Influence.
Agrarian – The Agrarian Affinity is ideal for those focusing on the growth of their Empire. Players will earn Fame for gaining population.
Builder – The Builder Affinity is great for players aiming to internally improve their Empire. Players will gain Fame from building new Districts.
Expansionist – The Expansionist Affinity benefits those who are looking to expand their Empire. Players will earn Fame from gaining Territories.
Merchant – The Merchant Affinity favors players aiming to profit from Trade. Players will earn Fame for earning Money.
Militarist – The Militarist Affinity is ideal for those planning to go to war in the coming Era. Players will earn Fame for killing Military Units.
Scientist – The Science Affinity, as the name suggests, is beneficial for those looking to focus on Science. Players will earn fame for discovering new Technologies.
Assyrians
Affinity Trait
Expansionist
Under One Banner: Armies can forcibly annex Territories
Ambition: Armies can cross any borders without being damaged or blocked
Legacy Trait
Raid Masters
+1 Land Movement Speed on Unit
+5 Combat Strength when Ransaking on Army
Emblematic Unit
Assyrian Raiders
21 Combat Strength
6 Movement
1 Range
Emblematic District
Dunnu
+2 Influence
+10 District Fortification
+1 Combat Strength in combat for Units in or adjacent to the District
Babylonians
AffinityTrait
Scientist
Collective Minds: Convert Money, Industry, and Food into Science
Foresight: Unlock technologies from the next technological Era
Legacy Trait
Brilliant Philosophers
+2 Science per researched technologies on Capital
Emblematic Unit
Sabu Sa Qasti
22 Combat Strength
4 Movement
1 Range
Emblematic District
Astronomy House
-10 Stability
+3 Science per adjacent Farmers Quater
On City or Outpost:
+1 Food per Researchers
+1 Science per Researchers
+1 Researchers Slot
Egyptians
Affinity Trait
Builder
Land Raiser: Convert Science, Money, and surplus Food into Industry
