Dark Ages AD 685 – Age of Justinian II – Exarchate’s Expansion

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Author: Euro-Centric Military Historian

Last revision: 23 Dec, 2025 at 11:03 UTC

File size: 40.93 MB

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Description:

The late 7th century Mediterranean is a world in flux. The Byzantine Empire, once the uncontested power of the Eastern Mediterranean, faces mounting pressure on multiple fronts. Semi-autonomous Exarchates in Africa and Italy struggle to defend imperial holdings from external threats and internal unrest. To the south and east, the Islamic Caliphate emerges as a formidable military and political force, waging wars of expansion that seize Byzantine territories and test the resilience of the Empire. Amidst this turbulence, Emperor Justinian II ascends to the throne in AD 685, determined to reclaim lost lands and restore the authority of Constantinople.

Mod Features:

– AD 685 Start Date: Begin your campaign at the dawn of Justinian II’s second reign, during the chaos of the Islamic civil wars.

– Exclusive Units & Factions: Play with historically inspired units and factions from the Age of Charlemagne expansion for maximum historical immersion.

– Historically Accurate Characters: All playable factions feature authentic historical figures and family trees, reflecting the dynastic complexities of the era.

– New Cultural & Faction Traits: Each faction is shaped by traits that mirror the politics, warfare, and societies of the late 7th century.

– Immersive Faction Descriptions: Factions come with narrative-driven descriptions designed to evoke the ambition, intrigue, and challenges of the times.

– Historically Accurate Settlement Names: All settlements reflect their true historical names in AD 685.

– Optimized Gameplay Scripts: Climate change and Hun spawn scripts are disabled to maintain historical consistency.

Take command of the Exarchates, navigate the perilous politics of the Byzantine world, and face the relentless advance of external enemies. Will you restore the Empire’s former glory or witness its provinces slipping irretrievably into the hands of ambitious rivals?

Commission Work:

I am available for commissions to create mods for the Total War series. With over 10 years of modding experience for Total War: Attila, I bring both passion and expertise to every project. As a historical enthusiast, I strive to create the most immersive, historically accurate mods possible. Commission rates are fair and negotiable, tailored to the scope and complexity of each project. If you want a top-quality, historically rich mod for any Total War game, I can bring your vision to life.

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