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Civ 7 Lafayette Leader Guide

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Lafayette is a Leader in Civilization VII (Civ 7). Read on to learn Lafayette's attributes, unique ability, Leader Agenda, and starting biases.

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Lafayette Overview

Attributes and Starting Biases

Lafayette Attributes
LafayetteLafayette Cultural
Diplomatic
Starting Biases
Coast

Leader Bonus and Leader Agenda

Lafayette Leader Bonus
Hero of Two Worlds: Gains a Unique Endeavor called 'Reform,' which grants an additional Social Policy slot. Supporting this Endeavor also grants the other Leader an additional Social Policy slot. Increased Combat Strength for every Tradition, but not Policy, slotted in the Government. Increased Culture and Happiness per Age in Settlements. These effects are increased further in Distant Lands.
Lafayette Leader Agenda
French Quarters: Increase Relationship by a Small Amount for the player with the most Urban Districts with all Building slots filled. Decrease Relationship by a Small Amount for the player with the least Urban Districts.

Civ Choices for Lafayette

Recommended Civs

Antiquity Age
・ Greece Greece (Geographic Choice)
・ Rome Rome (Geographic Choice)
Exploration Age
・ Norman Norman (Geographic Choice)
・ Spain Spain (Geographic Choice)
Modern Age
・ America America (Historic Choice)
・ French Empire French Empire (Historic Choice)

The table above shows the recommended Civilizations to choose from in terms of strategic pairing, historical accuracy, and geographic advantages when playing as Lafayette.

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