Indians

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The Indians are one of the six nations introduced in the Thrones and Patriots expansion. They have the Power of Majesty.

Power of Majesty

Buildings do not rise in cost except for Wonders, Towers, Lookouts, and Forts, which rise the half normal rate, and Cities, which rise normally.
Economic radius of all Cities +4 tiles.
- In Nomad games, this bonus will not apply until activated by certain triggers, such as researching Civic 1.
+15% Caravan income.
War Elephant upgrades are free, and War Elephant units are 15% cheaper.

For a more detailed explanation about the Indians' unique Elephants, see Elephants.

Unit	Description
War Elephant	Persian and Indian unique Elephant, Classical Age - powerful slow melee units. Good against close-order foot; vulnerable to light, scattered troops.
Mahout	Persian and Indian unique Elephant, Medieval Age - powerful slow melee units. Good against close-order foot; vulnerable to light, scattered troops. Fires at range as well in melee.
Gun Mahout	Persian and Indian unique Elephant, Gunpowder Age - powerful slow melee units. Good against close-order foot; vulnerable to light, scattered troops. Fires at range as well in melee.
Culverin Mahout	Persian and Indian unique Elephant, Enlightenment Age - powerful slow melee units. Good against close-order foot; vulnerable to light, scattered troops. Fires at range as well in melee.