

It is strongly advisable to annex Mecca (385) before 627, otherwise any country who owns Mecca will get the "Rise of Islam" event, turning them into the Rashidun. This will likely get you large amounts of Aggressive Expansion, and South Arabian countries such as Qataban, 'Ad, Hadhramaut, and Masqat may form a Coalition against you. Your first priority is take out Nabatea and Thamud, followed by Ma'in and Himyar. Once you're done taking Syria, you then should go into the Arabian Peninsula. you will have to take Constantinople before Rome can split into two, as West Rome is historical friends with the East Rome, and both of their combined forces will destroy you. It will be very tough to take (unless Palmyra has declared independence, who will be an easy target to take since Palmyra may have no allies) it should be straightforward. Now, you should take the province of Syria. Now, you have reclaimed the legacy of Ancient Egyptians. Can embrace Ancient Egyptian Ideas and Traditions.Gain 'Increased Centralization' for 20 years.Gain a permanent claim on Region(s): Egypt.

Owns as core province(s): Raqote (358),.5.0% Technology Cost Form Egypt (Ancient)
