Kangxi Emperor

The Kangxi Emperor (1654-1722) was the fourth emperor of the Qing Dynasty and is the Chinese civilization AI in skirmish in Asian Dynasties. He ruled from 1661 to 1722. Today, he is considered one of China's greatest emperors.

In-game, he is voiced in-game by Barry Dennen.

Kangxi as an ally

 * Beginning a game where Kangxi was an enemy previously - "We should never have quarreled as enemies. I always found your leadership exceptional."
 * Player obtains coin from treasure - "Greed is not greed when it benefits a righteous cause such as ours."
 * Player collects multiple treasures - "Do you wish to offend me, my friend? Save some riches for the rest of us."
 * Offers player food - "My men will halve their rations so yours may eat." or "We fight for the same cause. Therefore we should share the same bread.
 * Offers player wood - "How can my ally build without the proper resources? Please, take this wood." or "Take this gift of wood. I am sure you would do the same for me."
 * Offers player coin - "Take this. There is always more coin here if you need it." or "I am always willing to share my wealth with a friend."
 * Receives food - "
 * Receives wood - "
 * Receives coin - "
 * Declined Player resource request - "The war has taken its toll on my resources. There are none to spare."
 * Building a fort (fort wagon obtained from Russian Consulate) - "This spot looks fertile for a growing army."
 * Agreed Attack - "I humbly accept your request, and will see it done."
 * Initiating attack - "All of the conditions are right for a massive assault. The Son of Heaven has his eye on the enemy stronghold."
 * Attacking enemy trading post - "
 * Agreeing to a strategy- "Excellent. Your wisdom far surpasses your years."


 * Fighting the British -

Kangxi as an enemy

 * Beginning of a game - "You look well. Let us hope that we can overcome this unfortunate conflict."


 * Player builds a trade post - "A wise move, yes! But one you will pay for in the end."


 * Player claims coin-related treasure - "Gold, not steel, is the metal of war. You are wise to seek it."


 * Town Center destroyed - "This is not a final blow against my empire, no. It is just another excuse to destroy you."


 * Surrender - "I cannot allow my people to suffer any longer. Will you accept my surrender?" "There is no place left for this old warrior. I must admit defeat in the eyes of my enemy."

Army
He prefers the Territorial Army and Siberian Cossacks, but will also ship Meteor Hammers or Keshiks. He will usually build the Confucian Academy as his Colonial or Fortress Age Wonder, and will use Flying Crow artillery with his armies. Kangxi does not rely heavily on artillery besides the flying crow, and it is extremely rare to see him using Hand Mortars or Flamethrowers in his armies.

History
"At 61 years, the reign of the Kangxi Emperor is the longest of any ruler in China’s history. As second emperor of the Qing Dynasty, the Kangxi Emperor won the respect of a Chinese populous still widely suspicious of its Manchu rulers. Although he was an advocate of neo-Confucianism, his beliefs did not keep him from opening ports for trade with other nations, and even welcoming foreign missionaries, such as the Jesuits, into his kingdom. In his 61 years of rule, the Kangxi proved to be a stable and beloved ruler, strengthening domestic policies and extending his empire past its borders into Mongolia, Tibet, and Taiwan. The Kangxi Emperor was born Aixin-Jueluo Xuanye, on May 4, 1654. He ascended the throne in 1662, at the age of seven, twelve days after the death of his father the Shunzhi Emperor. At first the young ruler had no hand in governing his country. Before his death, Kangxi’s father had appointed four regents to make decisions in the boy’s stead. However, at almost the moment these men tasted their newfound power, they turned on each other. One died, one was murdered, and one tried to usurp the young Kangxi Emperor as the supreme ruler of the Qing. Having stood by and watched long enough, the teenaged emperor stepped in and took control in 1669. From that point on, the Kangxi Emperor worked hard to please his people, believing that even the smallest act of carelessness could cause grave, empire-wide repercussions. He worked tirelessly to win their goodwill and overturn years of bitterness from those still loyal to the preceding Ming Dynasty. He toured the south of the country with a small, humble entourage, educating himself about local conditions and concerns, and reasserting his rule among regional leaders. In 1670 the Kangxi Emperor issued the Sacred Edict, which consisted of sixteen moral maxims that were based on Confucian teachings. They encouraged respect for parents and ancestors, generosity, frugality, hard work, and the importance of taxes to the community and the empire. With this act, he proved himself to be a true Chinese emperor; despite his ethnic Manchu background, he was sensitive to the needs and cultures of the Chinese people. Until his death in 1722, the Kangxi Emperor ruled in such a way as to make him remembered as one of China’s most capable of adroit leaders, and the greatest of the Qing Dynasty emperors. He orchestrated the Treaty of Nerchinsk with Russia, adding parts of Outer Mongolia and Tibet to China's domain. He ordered the repair of China’s Grand Canal to allow for easier transportation of rice to the hungry northern populations. He dredged the Yellow River to prevent destructive flooding. He reduced taxes and commissioned the creation of important texts, including the “Kangxi Dictionary” and a written history of the Ming Dynasty. But perhaps the Kangxi Emperor’s most creative accomplishment was learning to “tickle the ivory,” as he was the first Chinese ruler to play a Western instrument - the piano."