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This article is about the civilization in Age of Empires III. For the civilization in Age of Empires II: The Conquerors, see Spanish (Age of Empires II).
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ā€œThe Spanish were one of the greatest colonizers of North and South America and were known for having acquired great wealth from the colonies during the 17th century. While Spain focused primarily on South America, developments in Europe often entangled it in the affairs of other colonizing nations.ā€

The Spanish are a playable European civilization in Age of Empires III. They are based on the Spanish Empire which started with the union of the crowns of Castille and Aragon and their consolidation of Spain in 1492.

The Spanish are a European Catholic nation that was the first European country to successfully colonise the Americas and create a world empire. They are well known for having defeated and annexed the majority of Native American civilizations, especially the Aztecs and Maya in Mesoamerica, and the Inca in South America. From the wealth of an immeasurable amount of precious metals (primarily gold and silver) from American mines, they also waged several wars with religious motivations against non-Catholic countries such as the Netherlands, England, and the Ottoman Empire.

However, this era also saw the beginning of Spain's decline relative to other European powers. As a result, whereas the Spanish of Age of Empires II enjoyed an efficient economy that could bring them great advantages in the late game, the Spanish of Age of Empires III enjoy powerful early-game advantages that fade away as the game progresses.

Home City[]

(Default) Explorer names
First names
Alonso, Andres, Antonia, Bernal, Cristobol, Diego, Domingo, Don, Estevanico, Eusebio, Fortun, Francisco, Gaspar, Hernan, Hernando, Juan, Junipero, Lope, Lucas, Luis, Marcos, Martin, Panfilo, Pedro, Sebastian, Silvestre, Tomas, Tristan, Vasquez, Vicente
Last names
Alvarez, Cabeza de Vaca, Cabrillo, Cartegena, Colon, Diaz, Dorantes, Fernandez, Garces, Jiminez, Kino, Maldonado, Melendez, Nunez, Perez, Pinzon, Pizzaro, Ponce de Leon, Rodriguez, Serra, Urdaneta, Vazquez, Velez, Vizcaino, de Aguirre, de Anza, de Aviles, de Ayllon, de Balboa, de Berrio, de Cordoba, de Coronado, de Cortez, de Escalante, de Fuca, de Inciso, de Mendoza, de Narvaez, de Niza, de Onate, de Pineda, de Portola, de Quesada, de Quiros, de Solis, de Soto, de Ursua, de Vera, del Cano, del Castillo, do Ordaz

  • Fire eater Torchy - An entertainer who performs tricks with fire (1 point)
  • Juggler Juggler - A juggling performer (1 point)
  • Vendor Vendor Cart - A store on wheels hawking goods of all kinds (1 point)
  • Chatter Home City Chatter - Enable this to show comments made by citizens strolling through this city (1 point)
  • Bunting Patriotic Bunting - The citizens show their national pride by decorating with patriotic banners (1 point)
  • Props market Merchants from Afar - Many merchants travel far to display their wares in the city's market (1 point)
  • HC banner Market Day Pennants - These bright streamers declare it is market day (1 point)
  • MedNWTC4 The Spanish New World Trade Center - The original version of the Spanish New World Trade Center (Default)
  • MedNWTC3 Oficina del Comercio Exterior - The Foreign Trade Office is the red version of the Spanish New World Trade Center (1 point)
  • MedNWTC2 Royal Expedition Outfitters - This is blue version of the Spanish New World Trade Center (1 point)
  • MedNWTC1 Intercambio Mercantil de Tua - Tua's Mercantile Exchange is the green version of the Spanish New World Trade Center (1 point)
  • MedNWTC5 Seven Cities of Gold Mercantile - This is the upgraded version of the Spanish New World Trade Center (1 point)
  • MedNWTC7 Casa de Contratacion of Seville - The House of Hiring is the red version of the Spanish New World Trade Center (1 point)
  • MedNWTC6 Puerto Bello Expedition Supply - This is the upgraded blue version of the Spanish New World Trade Center (1 point)
  • MedNWTC8 Camino Real Shipping - This is the upgraded green version of the Spanish New World Trade Center (1 point)

  • Bunting Patriotic Bunting - The citizens show their national pride by decorating with patriotic banners (1 point)
  • Urn Decorative Planters - Improve your military cadets' outlook on life with these decorative urns (1 point)
  • Props2 Statue of the Sovereign - A tribute to the Empire's famous leader (1 point)
  • Props3 Falconet - This sturdy cannon honors soldiers who served their empire (1 point)
  • Span tog1 The Torre del Oro (original) - Once a Moorish fortress, the Tower of Gold was also used to store gold coming from the New World (Default)
  • Span tog2 The Torre del Oro (red) - Red version of Spanish Military Academy (1 point)
  • Span tog3 The Torre del Oro (blue) - Blue version of Spanish Military Academy (1 point)
  • Span tog4 The Torre del Oro (white) - White version of the Spanish Military Academy (1 point)

  • Violin Musician - A strolling entertainer (1 point)
  • Preacher The Reverend - A street preacher sharing the good news (1 point)
  • Spn lightset1 Daytime Lighting - The city with the sun shining brightly (Default)
  • Spn lightset2 Morning Lighting - Early morning in the Empire of Spain (1 point)
  • Props1 Statue of the Sovereign - A tribute to the Empire's famous leader (1 point)
  • Bunting Patriotic Bunting - The citizens show their national pride by decorating with patriotic banners (1 point)
  • MedCathedral1 Catedral de Sevilla - The red version of the Spanish Cathedral (Default)
  • MedCathedral2 Santiago de Compostela - The purple version of the Spanish Cathedral (1 point)
  • MedCathedral3 Hospicio de los Venerables - The green version of the Spanish Cathedral (1 point)
  • MedCathedral4 Iglesia de la Anunciacion - The gold version of the Spanish Cathedral (1 point)

  • Painter The Artist - An artist who sets up his easel and paints (1 point)
  • Thug Thug - A brutish and unpleasant fellow (1 point)
  • Bunting Patriotic Bunting - The citizens show their national pride by decorating with patriotic banners (1 point)
  • Street light Street Lamps - Technology making the streets safer at night (1 point)
  • MedFactory5 Seville Fabrication Works - Original version of the Spanish Manufacturing Plant (Default)
  • MedFactory4 Fabrica Industrial del Honcho - Honcho's is the red version of the Spanish Manufacturing Plant (1 point)
  • MedFactory3 Queen Isabella Cordage Factory - Blue version of the Spanish Manufacturing Plant (1 point)
  • MedFactory6 Fabrica Nueva del Cacao del Mundo - The New World Cocoa Factory is the cream-colored version of the Spanish Manufacturing Plant (1 point)
  • MedFactory7 Conquistador Armory - Upgraded version of the original Spanish Manufacturing Plant (1 point)
  • MedFactory8 Pizzaro Metal Smithing - Upgraded version of the red Spanish Manufacturing Plant (1 point)
  • MedFactory9 Seville Tool and Die - Upgraded version of the blue Spanish Manufacturing Plant (1 point)
  • MedFactory10 The Cooper of Seville - The upgraded cream-colored version of the Spanish Manufacturing Plant (1 point)

  • Drunk Drunk - A sailor who has overindulged in adult beverages (1 point)
  • Nicelady Nice Lady - A woman in a red dress (1 point)
  • Fisherman Fisherman - A man who would rather be fishing (1 point)
  • Bunting Patriotic Bunting - The citizens show their national pride by decorating with patriotic banners (1 point)
  • Crate Crates - These crates might be ready for Shipment to the New World (1 point)
  • Dock props Dock Equipment - Strewn here and there, it's a lot of things for the dock (1 point)
  • Ee-dock-clock Gold Clock - A golden clock that's right twice a day (1 point)
  • HC banner Pennants - Colorful banners to flutter and snap in the breeze (1 point)
  • MedDock3 Spanish Harbor Master's Office - Original version of the Spanish Harbor building (Default)
  • MedDock4 Martinez Mariner's Supply - A red version of the Spanish Harbor building (1 point)
  • MedDock2 Admiral Cristobal Columbo's Naval Office - A blue-green version of the Spanish Harbor building (1 point)
  • MedDock1 Armada Fleet Offices - A green and gold version of the Spanish Harbor building (1 point)
  • MedDock5 Seville Harbor Office - An upgraded version of the original Spanish Harbor building's color scheme (1 point)
  • MedDock6 Balboa Pacific Fleet Office - An upgraded version of the red Spanish Harbor building (1 point)
  • MedDock7 Menendez West Indies Supply - An upgraded version of the turquoise Spanish Harbor building (1 point)
  • MedDock8 Torrales Harbor Building - An upgraded version of the green and gold Spanish Harbor building (1 point)

Characteristics[]

Civilization bonuses[]

Unique units[]

War dog aoe3de War Dog: A fierce canine that obeys commands.
Missonary de Missionary: Heals injured units.
Randelero de Rodelero: Fast-moving sword and buckler infantry.
Lancer portrait aoe3de updated Lancer: Heavy cavalry armed with a lance for killing infantry.

Allies, mercenaries and natives[]

The Spanish cannot research The Mercenary Contractor in the Fortress Age to get additional mercenaries in the Tavern.

Politicians[]

Revolutions[]

Overview[]

The Spanish are primarily an offensive civilization. They have a strong military and a stable economy, and less experience is required for each Home City shipment. They will only be able to use one Factory and one Fort, unless The Asian Dynasties is played. That expansion gives all European civilizations with only one Factory a second one for balancing purposes.

Campaign appearances[]

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In-game dialogue[]

Main article: Spanish dialogue lines

Spanish units speak Castilian Spanish.

Common[]

Select
  • ĀæSĆ­? - Yes?
  • Preparado (masculine)/Preparada (feminine) - Ready
  • ĀæQuĆ© me ordena? - What is my order?
  • ĀæCuĆ”l es su orden? - What is your order?
  • ĀæCuĆ”l es su comando? - What is your command?
  • Ā”Hola! - Hello!
Move
  • SĆ­ - Yes
  • Lo harĆ© - I'll do it
  • Voy a hacerlo - I'm going to do it
  • Correcto - Correct
Attack
  • Ā”Al ataque! - Attack!
  • Ā”A las armas! - To arms!
  • Ā”SĆ­! - Yes

Settler[]

Explorer[]

History[]

ā€œIn 1492 the combined kingdoms of Aragon and Castile completed the reconquest of Spain, driving the last of the Moors back to North Africa. At this moment the discoveries of Columbus fell into their lap. They followed his first voyage with more that were disappointing at first, revealing new continents but not the Asian source of gold or riches they sought. That changed, however, when first the Aztec and then Incan civilizations were discovered in the interior. Both were destroyed in audacious and brutal campaigns, and looted of enormous treasure.

These conquests revitalized interest in the New World, and Spanish conquistadors[sic] searched north and south for more treasure and more civilizations, especially the legendary El Dorado, the city of gold. When these searches proved largely fruitless, the Spanish settled where they found precious metal to be mined, or where surviving native populations could be put to work. Other European nations and assorted pirates began preying on Spanish outposts and returning treasure fleets. While Spain fought endless wars in Europe against Protestantism, it was also engaged in the New World, defending its colonies and sources of wealth.

By the late eighteenth century Spain's opportunity for greatness on a worldwide scale had passed. The wealth it extracted from the New World had largely spent on luxuries and wasteful wars. Spain resisted change and progress at home and abroad. Its colonial system installed a ruling elite over indigenous populations. The costs of maintaining its empire outstripped the income it generated, and one by one the colonies wrested control from Spain. The Spanish fell behind the other contending nations in Europe in economic and military power, and when the French under Napoleon marched in they could offer little organized resistance.
ā€
—In-game history section

Trivia[]

  • The Spanish flag shown in the game is the Cross of Burgundy Flag, which was used by the Spanish Empire between 1506ā€“1842.
  • Torre Del Oro (the Wonder for the Spanish in Age of Empires II: The Conquerors) reappears in the Spanish Home City as a replacement for the Military Academy.
  • The Cathedral in the Home City of Seville was inaccurately based on the Florence Cathedral before the Definitive Edition. The same cathedral was also depicted in the Portuguese Home City of Lisbon. This has been corrected in the Definitive Edition for the Portuguese, where they get the appropriate Lisbon Cathedral; however, the same model is also reused inaccurately in the Spanish Home City.
  • Before the Definitive Edition, the Spanish were the only civilization that could upgrade their Pikemen beyond the Veteran level.
  • The Spanish AI personality appears as one of the AI player names of the Spanish in Age of Empires II: The Conquerors.
  • The Spanish have many similarities to their predecessor from Age of Empires II, as they have a versatile tech tree and opt for different strategies (which is also reflected in their Home City Cards), making them a beginner-friendly civilization. Much like their predecessor, the Spanish do not have a strong economy, but makes up for it with their versatile tech tree. The biggest difference is the Spanish in Age of Empires III have better rushing potential, while their predecessor in Age of Empires II put more emphasis in the late-game with gold-efficient units with an option to enter a trash war in low-gold situations.

Gallery[]

Civilizations in Age of Empires III
AfricanFlag Ethiopian aoe3de Ethiopians Ā· Flag Hausa Hausa
AmericanFederal American: Flag MexicanDE Mexicans Ā· Flag American act3 aoe3de United States
Native American: Flag AztecDE Aztecs Ā· Flag IroquoisDE Haudenosaunee (formerly Iroquois) Ā· Flag IncanDE Inca Ā· Flag SiouxDE Lakota (formerly Sioux)
AsianFlag ChineseDE Chinese Ā· Flag IndianDE Indians Ā· Flag JapaneseDE Japanese
EuropeanFlag BritishDE British Ā· Flag DutchDE Dutch Ā· Flag FrenchDE French Ā· Flag GermanDE Germans Ā· Flag ItalianDE Italians Ā· Flag MalteseDE Maltese Ā· Flag OttomanDE Ottomans Ā· Flag PortugueseDE Portuguese Ā· Flag RussianDE Russians Ā· Flag SpanishDE Spanish Ā· Flag SwedishDE Swedes Ā· Polish Ā· Danes
Minor
AfricanAkan Settlement Icon Akan Ā· Berber Settlement Portrait Berbers Ā· Somali Settlement Portrait Somalis Ā· Sudanese settlement portrait Sudanese Ā· Yoruba settlement portait Yoruba
AsianBhakti aoe3de Bhakti Temple Ā· Jesuit aoe3de Jesuit Mission Ā· Native shaolin site icon portrait Shaolin Temple Ā· Sufi aoe3de Sufi Mosque Ā· AOE3DE Tengri Tengri Shrine Ā· Udasi aoe3de Udasi Temple Ā· Zen aoe3de Zen Temple
EuropeanBourbon icon portrait-1 House of Bourbon Ā· Habsburg icon portrait-1 House of Habsburg Ā· Hanover icon portrait-1 House of Hanover Ā· Jagiellon icon portrait-1 House of Jagiellon Ā· Oldenburg icon portrait-1 House of Oldenburg Ā· Phanar icon portrait-1 House of Phanar Ā· Vasa icon portrait-1 House of Vasa Ā· Wettin icon portrait-1 House of Wettin Ā· Wittelsbach icon portrait-1 House of Wittelsbach
Native AmericanApache aoe3de Apache Ā· Aztec native icon aoe3de Aztecs Ā· Carib aoe3de Carib Ā· Cherokee aoe3de Cherokee Ā· Cheyenne aoe3de pre update Cheyenne Ā· Comanche icon aoe3de Comanche Ā· Cree aoe3de Cree Ā· Iroquois aoe3de Haudenosaunee Ā· Huron aoe3de Huron Ā· Klamath settlement portrait Klamath Ā· Sioux aoe3de Lakota Ā· Lenape warrior portrait Lenape Ā· Mapuche icon aoe3de Mapuche Ā· Maya aoe3de Maya Ā· Navajo aoe3de Navajo Ā· Nootka aoe3de Nootka Ā· Inca native icon aoe3de Quechua (formerly Incas) Ā· Seminole aoe3de Seminole Ā· Tupi aoe3de Tupi Ā· Zapotec icon aoe3de Zapotec
Other
CampaignUnited States flag revolt DE Black Family Estate Ā· EIC Flag AoE3DE British Ā· Circle of ossus Circle of Ossus Ā· Flag John Black's Mercenaries DE John Black's Mercenaries Ā· Flag Maltese Cross Knights of St. John Ā· Flag American act3 aoe3de United States
Historical BattlesBarbary States flag revolt Barbary Pirates Ā· Flag CanadianDE Canadians Ā· Flag Ethiopian aoe3de Ethiopians Ā· Flag Moroccan Moroccans Ā· Flag Somali aoe3de Somalians Ā· Flag Tatars aoe3de Tatars Ā· Flag American act3 aoe3de United States
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