Sweyn II (Civ5)

Sweyn II
Introduced in Civilization and Scenario Pack: Denmark (The Vikings)
Scenario	1066: Year of Viking Destiny
Titles	King of Denmark
Civilization	Danish
Date of birth	c. 1019 AD
Date of death	c. 1075 AD

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Sweyn II is a playable leader from the 1066: Year of Viking Destiny scenario in Civilization V. A reused Harald Bluetooth, he leads the Danes.

Unique Ability

Viking Fury - Embarked units have +1 Movement and pay just 1 Movement point to move from sea to land. Melee units pay no Movement point cost to pillage.

Civilopedia entry

Sweyn II was King of Denmark from 1047 until 1074. During his rule, a longstanding feud with Harald Hardrada of Norway (who frequently attempted to conquer Sweyn) would lead to numerous battles between the two foes. During his lifetime Sweyn would father over 20 children, including 5 future kings of Denmark who would peacefully succeed one another for the next 60 years.

Trivia

• Sweyn II is the great-grandson of Harald Bluetooth, the Danish leader from the standard game.

Gallery

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