Lekmod (short for "Lek's Mod") is the dominant balance and content mod for Civilization V: Brave New World, primarily used in the multiplayer community (successor to the older NQmod). Its core goals are to: eliminate "unpickable" civilizations, introduce new unique and competitive designs, buff underused vanilla civs, and add depth without excessive complexity.
As of the latest stable version (v.34.x / v.35 beta), Lekmod features over 90 unique civilizations – including all 43 vanilla civs (heavily reworked), plus dozens of new, custom-coded civilizations.
Below is a structured breakdown of the Lekmod civilization list, categorized by type and gameplay role. civ 5 lekmod civ list
These are breakaway or post-colonial civilizations, often with unique spins on exploration and expansion. Examples:
Lekmod (created by lek10) is one of the most popular and enduring balance overhauls for Civilization V. It not only rebalances the vanilla game but includes a curated selection of high-quality custom civilizations. Lekmod (short for "Lek's Mod") is the dominant
Below is the complete list of civilizations available in the standard Lekmod package, categorized by their origin.
Nearly every vanilla civ has been adjusted. Many underwhelming civs (e.g., Denmark, Iroquois, Byzantium) received complete overhauls, while strong ones (Poland, Babylon) were toned down. Many other civs (England, Germany, Rome, etc
| Vanilla Civ | Lekmod Change Summary | |-------------|------------------------| | America | +1 sight, 50% discount on tile purchases, new unique unit: Buffalo Soldier (replaces Cavalry, gains defense in foreign lands). | | Byzantium | Bonus belief now after founding religion; unique building: Hippodrome (Circus replacement with +2 Faith, +1 Happiness). | | Denmark | Reworked UA: units ignore movement cost from pillaging; new unique unit: Longship (Trireme replacement with extra strength and coastal raiding). | | Iroquois | UA: forests act as roads and railroads after researching Machinery; unique building: Longhouse (workshop with +1 production per forest). | | France | Château now buildable on any non-resource tile next to luxury; UA: extra culture from Great Works and Châteaux. | | Poland | Solidarity UA now grants a free social policy every two eras (instead of every era). | | Babylon | Great Scientist generation reduced slightly; Walls replacement provides early science. |
Many other civs (England, Germany, Rome, etc.) have minor number tweaks to bring them in line with the new civs.