The richest civ in the game, Mali downplays production in favour of gold and faith when developing an empire. Here, I detail Malian strategies and counter-strategies....

The Khmer have the means to grow enormous cities, and will be rewarded with extra culture, faith and tourism. Here, I detail Khmer strategies and counter-strategies....

The Cree have powerful trade routes and good general city development. Here, I detail Cree strategies and counter-strategies....

England offers strong colonial potential, a fast navy and an industrial revolution like no-one else's. Here, I detail English strategies and counter-strategies - for both Eleanor and Victoria....

Nubia is a straightforward civ with some of the game's best early-rushing potential and strong city development - especially on the outskirts on deserts. Here, I detail Nubian strategies and counter-strategies....

With all of Sumeria's uniques unlocked at the start of the game, Sumeria is well-positioned to have the strongest start of any civ. Here, I detail Sumerian strategies and counter-strategies....

Macedon dominates the classical-era battlefield, but they also offer an unconventional military-centric route to scientific victory. Here, I detail Macedonian strategies and counter-strategies....

Phoenicia offers excellent potential in discovery, colonisation, trade and naval warfare from early in the game. Here, I detail Phoenician strategies and counter-strategies....

If you're willing to put in the effort, China will reward you with rapid technology and civic gain - making them suited to both scientific and cultural victories. Here, I detail Chinese strategies and counter-strategies - for all leaders....