Learn about the Shang, Chou, and Ch'in dynasties in Age of Empires IV, including their capitals and ruling periods.
The Shang were the first recognized dynasty of Chinese kings, located in the north along the Huang Ho River. Their principal city was An-yang, southwest of modern Beijing.
The Chou dynasty overthrew a decadent Shang king and ruled for 400 years from the city of Hao in the northwest province of Shensi. When barbarians from the north sacked Hao, the Chou capital was moved east to Loyang. Although the Chou dynasty soon lost control of most of China, it continued to rule a state of varying size from its central position until 221 B.C.
In 221 B.C., China was unified by the Ch'in, from whom the country gets its modern name. A new capital was built at Hsien-Yang, also southwest of modern Beijing.
- Pay attention to the geographical locations of these capitals as they may influence strategic decisions in Age of Empires IV.
- The transition between dynasties signifies major shifts in power and territory within the game's historical context.
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