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I think everyone can agree one of the best parts of a new patch is seeing which nations get their own NI sets. And one of the most frequent topics in the suggestion forums are suggestions for said new NIs. Unfortunately, they can be difficult to find, and can fade away pretty quickly. Hence this thread.

As I recall there used to be a thread similar for this a while back, but since I can't seem to find it, I've created this; a new NI compilation thread, where I'll try to upload any suggested NI sets I see for nations that do not yet have them for convenience's sake. If there is an Idea Set of yours for a nation that does not have an unique NI set, or if I missed one of yours, please; feel free to post.

Edit: Also, please try to keep it restrained to only tags that are already in game or have been confirmed are being added.


At the request of @Trin Tragula, I’ve composed an index of this thread that I’ll do my best to keep updated. I’ve separated it into NIs for countries that already have them (which may or may not have been influenced by the ones in this thread) and ones that don’t, and then alphabetized them for ease of access. Author will be put in parenthesis.

This very belated update to the list was courtesy of @Aquamancer, who did the legwork in updating the thread to match the current situation of NIs ingame, as well as to make it more visually appealing.

Taken:

Available:


Outdated (Tag renamed/no longer available in-game):

Nations still using Generic Ideas:

This list is taken from the internal gamelog at patch 1.30.3. A number of the nations below do not lack national ideas in the sense that they merely and automatically adopt the NI set of the nation forming them.

Scandinavia
Livonia
Karelia
Chile
Colombia
La Plata
Peru
Paraguay
United Central America
Venezuela
California
Florida
Cuba
Ferghana
Bukhara
Kerman
Yazd
Isfahan
Ennarea
Jimma
Welayta
Damot
Hadiya
Shewa
Janjiro
Bali
Patiala
Blambangan

Nations still using Group National Ideas:

AnatolianEretna, Germiyan, Aydin, Dulkandir, Saruhan, Mentese, Ramazan
AndeanCalchaqui, Quito, Cajamarca, Huyla, Wanka, Charca
ArabianAnizah, Arabia, Dawasir, Fadl, Lebanon, Mikhlaf, Najran, Shammar, Sharjah, Yas, Iraq, Syria, Egypt, Basra
ArmenianArmenia, Kharabakh
AustrianAustria, Styria
AymaranColla, Pacajes, Ishma
Barbary CorsairSalé
BavarianBavaria, Munich, Landshut, Ingolstadt, Regensburg
BengaliKachar, Koch, Bishnupur
Berber
Algiers, Fez, Tripoli, Kabylia, Tafilalt, Sus, Tlemcen, Touggourt, Djerid, Fessan, Mzab, Tétouan, Marrakesh​
BremenBremen, Verden
BurmeseTaungu, Prome
CaspianGilan, Mazandaran, Biapas
CatalanCatalonia, Valencia, Majorca
CaucasianGazikumukh, Tabriz, Maregheh
ChineseZhou, Shun, Xi, Tungning, Min, Yue, Shu, Ning, Chu, Tang, Wu, Qi, Yan, Jin, Liang, Qin, Huai, Changsheng, Lanfang
Dai VietAnnam, Dai Viet, Tonkin
DaimyoIkeda, Maeda, Akamatsu
Deccani SultanateBijapur, Ahmednagar, Berar, Carnatic, Khandesh, Maldives
DivineLivonian Order, Strasbourg, Avignon, Augsburg, Magneburg, Salzburg, Aquileia, Passau, Paderborn, Osnabrück
DutchHolland, Netherlands
EvenkNivkh, Solon
French DucalHaiti, Louisiana, Illinois, Alençon, Armagnac, Bourbonnais, Champagne, Dauphine, Foix, Gascony, Normandy, Picardy, Toulouse, Berry, Hainaut, Bar
GarjatiGarjat, Jharkhand, Sambalpur, Patna, Kalahandi, Keonhjar, Parlakhimidi, Jeypore, Surguja
GeorgianGeorgia, Imereti
GermanMeissen, Oldenburg, Tirol, Nassau, Ravensburg, Ruppin, Lippe, Coburg
GondGarha, Bastar, Chanda, Ratanpur
GreekAchaea, Crete, Greece, Morea
Gujarati PrincedomKutch, Rewa Kantha, Baglana, Idar, Jhalvad, Palitana, Navanagar, Rajkot, Junagarh, Porbandar
HausanHausa, Zazzau
HejaziHejaz, Medina
HighlanderGaeldom, The Isles
HordeAstrakhan, Qasim, Nogai, Sibir, Bashkiria, Great Horde, Kazakh, Uzbek, Chagatai, Mongolia, Oirat, Kalmyk, Mongol Empire, Korchin, Khalkha, Kara Del, Zunghar, Chahar, Khoshuud, Sarig Yogir
IncaInca, Cusco
Indian SultanateMultan, Kashmir, Oudh, Mewat, Nagaur, Rohilkhand, Kalpi, Sirhind
InterlacustrineRwanda, Burundi, Buganda, Nkore, Karagwe, Bunyoro, Busoga, Buha
ItalianEtruria, Modena, Parma, Malta, Padua, Spoleto
JavanMajapahit, Sunda
JurchenDonghai, Udege, Yeren, Haizi, Jianzhou
KongoKongo, Loango, Ndongo
KongoleseTyo, Soyo, Kasanje, Chokwe, Kikondja, Kazembe, Yaka, Kalundwe
KurdishArdalan, Soran, Bitlis
LaotianChampasak, Luang Prabang, Vientiane, Muan Phuang
LüneburgerLüneburg, Calenberg
LuzonPangasinan, Tondo, Maynila
MalabariVenad, Calicut, Kochin, Kolathunad
MalagasySakalava, Mahafaly
Malayan SultanateBanten, Bruney, Malacca, Mataram, Sulu, Malaya, Johor, Kedah, Ligor, Perak, Cirebon, Demak, Banjar
MarathaMarathas, Baroda
MayanMaya, Cocomes, Itza, Xiu, Huastec, Yokotan, Tzotzil, Kaqchikel, Chactemal, Chortli, Can Pech
MesoamericanZapotec, Colima, Mixtec, Tlapanec, Tlaxcala, Totonac, Matlatzinca, Coixtlahuaca, Teotitlan, Xalisco, Otomi, Tonala
MindanaoLanao, Magoindanao
MoluccanTernate, Tidore
MossiMossi, Yatenga
NativeAbenaki, Apache, Assiniboine, Blackfoot, Caddo, Choctaw, Cheyenne, Comanche, Fox, Illiniwek, Lenape, Mahican, Mikmaq, Miami, Navajo, Ojibwe, Osage, Ottawa, Pawnee, Pequot, Pima, Potawatomi, Powhatan, Shoshone, Sioux, Susquehannock, Cree, Arapaho, Kiowa, Wichita, Guamar, Chichimeca, Zinu, Mescalero, Lipan, Miskito, Tairona, Yaqui, Yokuts
Nepalese PrincedomSikkim, Dang, Doti, Gorkha, Jumla, Limbuwan, Makwanpur, Sirmur, Kathmandu, Kumaon
NubianMakuria, Funj, Alodia, Darfur, Beja, Dongola
Pacific NorthwestChinook, Haida, Salish
PiraticalNew Providence, Port Royal, Tortuga, Libertatia
PolishPoland, Commonwealth
PomeranianMecklenburg, Pomerania, Wolgast, Stettin, Rügen
PuebloPueblo, Keres
RajputMarwar, Jangladesh, Jaisalmer, Hadoti
RuthenianGalicia-Volhynia, Ruthenia
ShanShan, Hsenwi, Mong Yang, Mong Mao, Mong Kawng, Mong Pai, Mong Nai, Kale, Hsipaw
SiberianChukchi, Khodynt, Chavchunveny, Kamchadals, Buryatia
SicilianSicily, Two Sicilies
SilesianSilesia, Opole, Glogow
SinhaleseKotte, Kandy
SomaliAdal, Aussa, Geledi, Harar, Hobyo, Majeerteen, Marehan, Warsangali
South IndianMadurai, Keladi, Jaffna, Gingee, Tanjore
SulawesiMakassar, Buton, Luwu, Aceh, Palembang, Pasai, Siak
Swabian City-StateMemmingen, Konstanz, Mulhouse, Donauw[rth
SwahiliKilwa, Mombasa, Malindi, Pate
TeluguGolkonda, Andhra, Telingana
TibetanTibet, Tsang, Kham, Guge, U, Bhutan
TupiPotiguara, Tupiniquim, Tupinamba
TuscanTuscany, Florence
VindhyanGwalior, Bundelkhand, Baghelkhand, Kalinjar
West AfricanOyo, Segu, Jolof, Bonoman, Dagbon, Fulo, Jenné, Kano, Kaabu, Kong, Katsina, Nupe, Timbuktu, Yao, Macina
YemeniAden, Yemen
ZambesiSofala, Lundu, Makua
 
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Bukharan National Ideas, as suggested by @Basileios Makedon , retrieved from here:


Bukharan Ideas

Traditions:

+2 tolerance of heretics

-20% cavalry cost

1. The Shaybanid Dynasty: The Shaybanid Dinasty was the first dinasty in ruling the Khanate of Bukhara. They made Bukhara a center of art, culture and trade and attracted wise men such as Amin Ahmad Razi, author of Seven Climates.+1 yearly prestige

2. Preserve the steppe traditions: Our horde past is still living in the Khanate in a lot of ways. Despite our modernization, we shall not forget that glorious era of riding, pillage, and conquest.+20% cavalry combat ability

3. The Silk Road: Since this city exist, it has been a very important center of trade in the Silk Road. Indian, Chinese, Persian and Arab merchants have seen and lived in this city, and we should maximize our benefit form trade.+15% global trade power

4. Mercenaries of Astrakhan: Astrakhan and Bukhara have a long-time relationship, and they helped each other against our wild cousins of the north. If we pay well, they should be wiling to put a part of their army under our control.+75% mercenaries available

5. Schools for each mahalla: A mahalla is an administrative division used in the Khanate of Bukhara. Each mahalla had their own school, so the cultural level in the Khanate was always increasing.-5% technology cost

6. Tolerate our steppe brothers: In our northern border, the turkic and Altaic peoples fight each other for the supremacy. They are very problematic, but we should do an effort to understand our steppe brothers, since long time ago, we were just like them.-15% accepted culture threshold

7. Ataliq administration: In the Khanate of Bukhara, each region was ruled by an ataliq appointed by the Khan. They received precise orders from the court to ensure that the regions didn't have too much autonomy.-0.05 monthly autonomy reduction

Ambitions:

-15% coring cost

Code: 
BUK_ideas = {
 start = {
 tolerance_heretic = 2
 cavalry_cost = -0.2
 }
 bonus = {
 core_creation = -0.15
 }
 
 trigger = {
 tag = BUK
 }
 free = yes #wibe added at load.
 
 shaybanid_dynasty = {
 prestige = 1
 
 }
 preserve_steppe_traditions = {
 cavalry_power = 0.20
 }
 BUK_silk_road = {
 global_trade_power = 0.1
 }
 mercenaries_astrakhan = {
 possible_mercenaries = 0.75
 }
 mahalla_schools = {
 tech_cost = -0.05
 
 }
 tolerate_brothers = {
 accepted_culture_threshold = -0.15
 }
 ataliq_admin = {
 global_autonomy = -0.05
 }
}

BUK_ideas: "Bukharan Ideas"
BUK_ideas_start: "Bukharan Traditions"
BUK_ideas_bonus: "Bukharan Ambitions"
shaybanid_dynasty: "The Shaybanid Dynasty"
shaybanid_dynasty_desc: "The Shaybanid Dinasty was the first dinasty in ruling the Khanate of Bukhara. They made Bukhara a center of art, culture and trade and attracted wise men such as Amin Ahmad Razi, author of Seven Climates."
preserve_steppe_traditions: "Preserve the steppe traditions"
preserve_steppe_traditions_desc: "Our horde past is still living in the Khanate in a lot of ways. Despite our modernization, we shall not forget that glorious era of riding, pillage, and conquest."
BUK_silk_road: "The Silk Road"
BUK_silk_road_desc: "Since this city exist, it has been a very important center of trade in the Silk Road. Indian, Chinese, Persian and Arab merchants have seen and lived in this city, and we should maximize our benefit form trade."
mercenaries_astrakhan: "Mercenaries of Astrakhan"
mercenaries_astrakhan_desc: "Astrakhan and Bukhara have a long-time relationship, and they helped each other against our wild cousins of the north. If we pay well, they should be wiling to put a part of their army under our control."
mahalla_schools: "Schools for each mahalla"
mahalla_schools_desc: "A mahalla is an administrative division used in the Khanate of Bukhara. Each mahalla had their own school, so the cultural level in the Khanate was always increasing."
tolerate_brothers: "Tolerate our steppe brothers"
tolerate_brothers_desc: "In our northern border, the turkic and Altaic peoples fight each other for the supremacy. They are very problematic, but we should do an effort to understand our steppe brothers, since long time ago, we were just like them."
ataliq_admin: "Ataliq administration"
ataliq_admin_desc: "In the Khanate of Bukhara, each region was ruled by an ataliq appointed by the Khan. They received precise orders from the court to ensure that the regions didn't have too much autonomy."
 
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Tunisian National Ideas, as suggested by @Basileios Makedon , retrieved from here:

Tunisian/Hafsid Ideas

Traditions:

+1 merchant

+15% galley combat ability

1. Centralize the state: The desert is always difficult to rule. The long distance and the dangers of the desert make communication very difficult. We should maximize the efficiency of our administration to make the state more centralized.-0.05 monthly autonomy reduction

2. Campaigns in North Africa: Since the times of Abu Zakariya, we have been organising campaigns agains the minor african kingdoms, mainly Tlemcen. Our soldiers should march against them with the military efficiency that they have shown these 200 years.+10% army morale

3. Piracy in Mediterranean: The Mediterranean is a region full of pirates. Instead of fighting them, we should cooperate with them and recruit them as corsairs to weak the Christian trade in the Barbary Coast and stregthen Tunisian one.+15% privateer efficiency, -15% ship cost

4. Legacy of Ibn Khaldun: Ibn Khaldun was a very important historian and considered the father of the sociology. Although he was from Al-Andalus, their origins were tunisian and he lived here most oh his life.-5% tech cost reduction

5. Reforms of Abd-Al Azid: The piracy gave a lot of money to the Hafsid state. Under Abd-Al Azid II, those benefits were used to build administrative and naval buildings all across the country to reinforce the tunisian presence there.-10% build cost

6. Center of Mediterranean trade: Tunis has always been a very important center of trade in the Mediterranean. Since ancient times, it has been the gate between Eastern and Western Mediterranean, and the gold and slaves that come from Africa visit Tunis in their way to Europe.+20% provincial trade power

7. Defend against Christian Kingdoms: Since the times of the 8th crusade, to the modern Aragonese and Spanish campaigns, our kingdom has defended its land from those heathens from the north. We should improve our fortifications to ensure that they never try again.+10% fort defense

Ambitions :

+10% infantry combat ability

Code: 
TUN_ideas = {
 start = {
 merchant = 1
 galley_power = 0.15
 }
 bonus = {
 infantry_power = 0.1
 }
 
 trigger = {
 tag = TUN
 }
 free = yes #wibe added at load.
 
 centralize_state = {
 global_autonomy = -0.05
 }
 north_africa_campaign = {
 land_morale = 0.1
 }
 med_piracy = {
 privateer_efficiency = 0.15
 global_ship_cost = -0.1
 }
 ibn_khaldun_legacy = {
 tech_cost = -0.05
 }
 azid_reforms = {
 build_cost = -0.1
 }
 center_med_trade = {
 global_prov_trade_power_modifier = 0.20
 }
 defend_against_kingdoms = {
 defensiveness = 0.1
 }
}

TUN_ideas: "Tunisian Ideas"
TUN_ideas_start: "Tunisian Traditions"
TUN_ideas_bonus: "Tunisian Ambitions"
centralize_state: "Centralize the state"
centralize_state_desc: "The desert is always difficult to rule. The long distance and the dangers of the desert make communication very difficult. We should maximize the efficiency of our administration to make the state more centralized"
north_africa_campaign: "Campaigns in North Africa"
north_africa_campaign_desc: "Since the times of Abu Zakariya, we have been organising campaigns agains the minor african kingdoms, mainly Tlemcen. Our soldiers should march against them with the military efficiency that they have shown these 200 years."
med_piracy: "Piracy in Mediterranean"
med_piracy_desc: "The Mediterranean is a region full of pirates. Instead of fighting them, we should cooperate with them and recruit them as corsairs to weak the Christian trade in the Barbary Coast and stregthen Tunisian one."
ibn_khaldun_legacy: "Legacy of Ibn Khaldun"
ibn_khaldun_legacy_desc: "Ibn Khaldun was a very important historian and considered the father of the sociology. Although he was from Al-Andalus, their origins were tunisian and he lived here most oh his life."
azid_reforms: "Reforms of Abd-Al Azid"
azid_reforms_desc: "The piracy gave a lot of money to the Hafsid state. Under Abd-Al Azid II, those benefits were used to build administrative and naval buildings all across the country to reinforce the tunisian presence there."
center_med_trade: "Center of Mediterranean trade"
center_med_trade_desc: "Tunis has always been a very important center of trade in the Mediterranean. Since ancient times, it has been the gate between Eastern and Western Mediterranean, and the gold and slaves that come from Africa visit Tunis in their way to Europe."
defend_against_kingdoms: "Defend against Christian Kingdoms"
defend_against_kingdoms_desc: "Since the times of the 8th crusade, to the modern Aragonese and Spanish campaigns, our kingdom has defended its land from those heathens from the north. We should improve our fortifications to ensure that they never try again."
 
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Crimean National Ideas, as suggested by @Basileios Makedon , retrieved from here:


Crimean Ideas :Traditions :
-10% army maintenance cost

+15% manpower recovery speed

1.Black Sea Trade: The Black Sea has been, since antiquity, an important trading spot between the steppes, Persia and the Balkans. By increasing our trade network we could redirect all that trade to our ports.+15% trade steering

2.Descendants of Gengis Khan: Gengis Khan is one of the best generals and kings in the world, and we can safely say that we are linked directly to him. This is useful for both external and internal purposes.+0.5 yearly legitimacy, -10% coring costs

3.Tatar Cavalry: The age of steppe cavalry is gone, but our cavalry, a bit modernized, is one of the finest in the region and both the Ottoman and Russian empires use it regularly.+20% cavalry combat ability

5.Ottoman protection: Despite our brave warriors and our unbeatable cavalry, we are on a weak diplomatic spot. Surrounded by three empires, we should seek Ottoman protection to focus on internal affairs. -10% stability costs

5.Defend against Poland: Our alliance with the Ottomans can be useful, but the it makes Poland our enemy. We should fortify our borders to protect us from this powerful foe.+15% fort defense

6.Crush the Golden Horde: The Golden Horde is one of our oldest rivals and most annoying neighbours. Now that they are weak, let's crush their armies and conquer their cities.+5% discipline

7.Center of Russian slavery: It might not be ethic, but slavery is a very profitable business, and with some efforts, it will be enough to sustain our economy.+10% trade goods produced

Ambitions:

+10% trade efficiency
 
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Morean, Norman, Frankfurter and Flemish ideas, as suggested by myself, retrieved from here:

Morean Ideas:

Traditions: +10% Land Morale, -10% Fort Maintenance

Refurbish the Hexamilion Wall: +20% Fort Defense
Description: The Hexamilion Wall is located in a strategic position, stretching across the Isthmus of Corinth, but it has fallen into disrepair and is horribly outdated. We should rebuild it along more modern standards and take full advantage of its location!

Title of Despot: -20% Time to Fabricate Claims
Description: The title of Despot was originally conferred on the ruler of Morea by the Emperor, designating him as heir apparent. Though the empire is gone, the importance of the title still stands. Let us use it to legitimize our claims as the rightful heirs to the empire.

Albanian Influx: +15% Manpower Recovery Speed
Description: Our homelands have slowly become depopulated due to constant wars and Turkish raids. Let us invite Albanians to migrate into our lands and help rebuild our reserves.

Venetian Outposts: +1 Diplomatic Reputation
Description: The Venetians already have established a strong presence across our peninsula, and if we make concessions to them in key ports, we can use their connections with the rest of Europe to find allies in our struggle.

Reconstruction of the Peninsula: -10% Build Cost
Description: Continuous conflict across our peninsula has resulted in widespread destruction, and many fortresses, churches and monasteries lie in ruin, leaving it a shadow of what it once was. We should begin a program of reconstruction.

Maniot Recruitment: +10% Infantry Combat Ability
Description: The Maniots are a fiercely independent people that live in southern Morea and are renowned for their martial prowess. They’ve prospered under our rule, and so they will gladly contribute to our army.

Continuation of Byzantine Monasticism: +2% Missionary Strength
Description: Morea is home to many ancient monasteries that survived the carnage that engulfed the region. Housing many priceless frescos, and more importantly, devoted monks, we should sponsor them and experience a resurgence in our culture and faith.

Ambition: -1% Yearly Army Tradition Decay

Code: 
MOE_ideas = {
    start = {  
        land_morale = 0.1
        fort_maintenance_modifier = -0.1      
    }
  
    bonus = {
        army_tradition_decay = -0.01  
    }
  
    trigger = {
        tag = MOE
    }
    free = yes
  
    refurbish_the_hexamilion_wall = {
        defensiveness = 0.2      
    }  
    title_of_despot = {
        fabricate_claims_time = -0.2     
    }
    albanian_influx = {
        manpower_recovery_speed = 0.15
    }
    venetian_outposts = {
        diplomatic_reputation = 1
    }
    reconstruction_of_the_peninsula = {
        build_cost = -0.10  
    }
    maniot_recruitment = {
        infantry_power = 0.10
    }
    continuation_of_byzantine_monasticism = {
        global_missionary_strength = 0.02
    }
}

MOE_ideas: "Morean Ideas"
MOE_ideas_start: "Morean Traditions"
MOE_ideas_bonus: "Morean Ambitions"
moe_refurbish_the_hexamilion_wall: "Refurbish the Hexamilion Wall"
moe_refurbish_the_hexamilion_wall_desc: "The Hexamilion Wall is located in a strategic position, stretching across the Isthmus of Corinth, but it has fallen into disrepair and is horribly outdated. We should rebuild it along more modern standards and take full advantage of its location!"
title_of_despot: "Title of Despot"
title_of_despot_desc: "The title of Despot was originally conferred on the ruler of Morea by the Emperor, designating him as heir apparent. Though the empire is gone, the importance of the title still stands. Let us use it to legitimize our claims as the rightful heirs to the empire."
albanian_influx: "Albanian Influx"
albanian_influx_desc: "Our homelands have slowly become depopulated due to constant wars and Turkish raids. Let us invite Albanians to migrate into our lands and help rebuild our reserves."
venetian_outposts: "Venetian Outposts"
venetian_outposts_desc: "The Venetians already have established a strong presence across our peninsula, and if we make concessions to them in key ports, we can use their connections with the rest of Europe to find allies in our struggle."
reconstruction_of_the_peninsula: "Reconstruction of the Peninsula"
reconstruction_of_the_peninsula_desc: "Continuous conflict across our peninsula has resulted in widespread destruction, and many fortresses, churches and monasteries lie in ruin, leaving it a shadow of what it once was. We should begin a program of reconstruction."
maniot_recruitment: "Maniot Recruitment"
maniot_recruitment_desc: "The Maniots are a fiercely independent people that live in southern Morea and are renowned for their martial prowess. They’ve prospered under our rule, and so they will gladly contribute to our army."
continuation_of_byzantine_monasticism: "Continuation of Byzantine Monasticism"
continuation_of_byzantine_monasticism_desc: "Morea is home to many ancient monasteries that survived the carnage that engulfed the region. Housing many priceless frescos, and more importantly, devoted monks, we should sponsor them and experience a resurgence in our culture and faith."

Norman Ideas:

Traditions: +10% Cavalry Combat Ability, -25% Mercenary Maintenance Cost

Ducal Laws of Normandy: -1 Unrest
Description: Normandy has always had its own laws, unique and independent from the rest of France, surviving multiple attempts at uniformity by the French crown. We can administer justice far more fairly and efficiently by keeping them alive.

The Bayeux Tapestry: -1% Yearly Prestige Decay
Description: The Bayeux Tapestry tells of the events leading up to and culminating in the conquest of England, our most glorious triumph. Let it stand as a reminder to our great exploits.

Legacy of Norman Conquests: -15% Core Creation Cost
Description: England was not the only land to know our rule. We have conquered places as far as Sicily and Naples, and even carved out territories in distant Epirus, Antioch and Tripoli. Our past is one of finding and conquering new lands, and so should our future.

Adventurous Spirit: +10% Land Morale
Description: Our people have always been willing to brave great adversity, and as a new Golden Age dawns upon us we must be willing to face such hardships again.

Settle the New World: +1 Colonist
Description: The Age of Exploration is upon us, and many Explorers and Colonists are leaving our ports for the New World. We should endorse their activities and reap the rewards.

Adaptable Architecture: -10% Build Cost/+5% Fort Defense
Description: Wherever we have gone, we have usually imported our distinctive Romanesque Architecture with us, itself a blend of various styles, and also incorporating local trends in the process. This way, we could better build higher quality buildings without great expense.

Consolidate the Church: +1% Missionary Strength:
Description: The Reformation has shaken the unity of our once singular congregation. We should endeavor to fully endorse one side and see the true word of God triumph.

Ambition: -10% Culture Conversion Cost

Frankfurter Ideas:

Traditions: -20% Mercenary Maintenance, +10% Fort Defense

Frankfurter Messe: -5% Technology Cost, -5% Idea Cost
Description: The Frankfurt Book Fair sees countless tomes and inventions from all over Europe pass through our streets, making our fair city one of the prime hubs of knowledge and innovation on the continent.

Standardization of Exchange Rates: - 1 Interest per Annum
Description: Just as many different currencies pass through our city as books. We should establish proper exchange rates to help ease their flow and allow for an easier time in securing loans.

Jewish Communes: +10% National Tax Modifier
Description: Frankfurt has some of the largest Jewish communities in Germany, and we will be able to increase our tax income as a result.

Seat of Imperial Coronations: +1 Yearly Prestige
Description: Our city has recently become the place of Imperial Coronations, a great honor that will bring no small amount of prestige to us.

Smallest Metropolis in the World: -10% Development Cost
Description: Frankfurt is one of the largest cities in Europe, even with its small size, serving as one of its most important centers of commerce and transportation, and has seen settlers from nations all over come to it.

Frankfurter Neutrality: +1 Diplomatic Reputation
Description: Even as wars rage around us in the Empire, to maintain our independence, we will attempt to stay out of them best we can.

Bürgerrecht: +0.5 Republican Tradition
Description: The Burghers are some of the most important members of our city, lesser nobles and merchants who keep the power of the oligarchs in check so that our republic can continue to stand and our city flourish.

Ambition: +5% Discipline

Flemish Ideas:

Traditions: +1 Merchant, +10% Trade Efficiency

Flemish Cloth Industry: +10% Goods Produced
Description: Flanders has a long, proud tradition of being the leader in the cloth industry of Europe; taking wool imported from England and else and then turning it into Europe’s main supply of clothing.

Merchant Houses: +15% Global Trade Power
Description: Traders from all over the world establish merchant houses in our principal port cities to do business, and we can use that as leverage to expand our own trade network.

Polders: -10% Development Cost
Description: The low countries are highly susceptible to flooding and in the unsettled weather of the 11th - 14th centuries there were multiple floods leading to the creation of the Zuiderzee and also salting the soil of coastal areas. We now have the technology to reclaim land allowing more productive agriculture.

Beeldenstorm: +2% Missionary Strength Against Heretics
Description: We can allow no graven images within our lands; their veneration is tantamount to worship! See to it that they are destroyed!

Flemish Shipyards: -10% Shipbuilding Time
Description: Flanders, being home to many of the vital ports of Europe, is natural home to many of its largest shipyards as well. These docks will allow us to construct a large trade fleet much quicker than our competitors.

Sugar Capital of Europe: +10% Production Efficiency
Description: Antwerp has become the sugar capital of Europe; importing most of the continent’s supply and containing one of the largest populations of able refiners to make and ship it.

Centralize the Army: +5% Discipline
Description: Historically, whenever we have gone to war, our cities have independently provided us with troops, leaving our army prone to lack of strong leadership. We should revise this and create a central authority to muster and lead all our forces.

Ambition: +25% Naval Forcelimit Modifier
 
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Brunswick National Ideas, as suggested by @ajsieg , retrieved from here:

Brunswick Ideas:


Traditions:

  • Manpower Recovery Speed +10%
  • Cost of Reducing War Exhaustion -20%
Ideas:

  • End the Division- The Nobles and the Kings have always created tensions and even led the princes to leave Braunschweig. This leads us nowhere and this should end so we can focus on other matters. Local Unrest -1
  • Created by Otto the Child- Our land was created by a relative of the Holy Roman Emperor Otto I. Using this knowledge, we can justify our rule so no one will question it. Yearly Legitimacy +1
  • The Welf Dynasty- Our Dynasty has been around for hundreds of years and we even been the Holy Roman Emperor. Let use our knowledge to have our name known far and wide. Diplomatic Reputation +1
  • Combination of States- The Duchy of Brunswick has always been a combination of other duchies like Luneburg and Gottingen that break away from time to time. No more! We will tell them which duchy they should follow. Stability Cost Modifier -10%
  • City of Braunschweig- Our capital has been a center of trade and was an important city in Economics and Politics. Let’s take a new step and refurbish our capital to be the center of Northern Germany. Development Cost -15%
  • Dankwarderode Castle- This castle has been our main place for our authority and rule. If we establish this as our main palace, then our hold over our kingdom will be even tighter. National Tax Modifier +10%
  • Ruled by Guildsman- Our Duchy is ruled by our Nobility and Guildsman. But if we give the Guildsman more power and increase their production, then will be able to dominate the goods that flows through our lands. Province Trade Modifier +15%
Ambition:

  • Idea Cost -10%
 
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Hainut National Ideas, as suggested by @ajsieg , retrieved from here:

Traditions:

  • Production Efficiency +10%
  • Trade Efficiency +10%
Ideas:

  • German Influences: We are situated between the our French neighbors and the German Dutch people. Naturally, this has led to us accepting their traditions so that there is no difference between us. Accepted Culture Threshold -15%
  • Freed from Burgundian Influence: Now that we are freed from our overlords, it’s time to rise again and become a nation that will never be acquired by anyone else. Let’s call our men to join the ranks so we will show the world that we won’t be subjects again. National Manpower Modifier +10%
  • Appease our Enemies: In this world, we aren't ruled by the Spanish, or anybody else. But that doesn't mean that we couldn't be ruled by someone else. So when the issue of religion comes to our courts, we should follow the ways of our enemies so there is no excuse for them to invade. Tolerance of the True Faith +2
  • Center of Outside Encroachment: Our Country is situated on the Crossroads of Western Europe. To the north of us is the Dutch, east of us is the Germans, and south of us is the French. This provides us easy and efficient ways for our Diplomats to arrive at their destinations and arrive back home quickly to their families. Envoy Time Travel -25%
  • Learn From Our Neighbors: Our neighbors have always had a better time. To the north our friends control Antwerp. Our enemies are pushing the limit for new innovations. We must learn from our neighbors in order to keep up in the world. Technology Cost -5%
  • Increase our Nationalism: We must rise up in our glory. Tell every man, woman, and child in our land who we are. Tell them who they are fighting for. Now that we are on our own, let’s keep it that way and tell our men to fight for their country! Morale of Armies +10%
  • Protect against the French: Now that we are established our rule, we must face against our biggest threat, the French. Bordering us, this is our greatest threat to our existence. We must use our Diplomatic Skills and form alliances to push back the Big Blue Blob. Better Relation Over Time +20%
Ambitions:

  • Leader Fire +1
 
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A Free City Idea Group, as suggested by @ajsieg , retrieved from here:

Traditions:

  • Advisor costs: -10%
  • Production Efficiency +10%
Ideas:

  • Obey the Emperor: Since we have accepted the Emperor's request. We should make it so we are loyal and keep our title. Yearly Republican Tradition: + 0.5 / Monthly Imperial Authority Gain: +25%
  • Protect Our City: Since we rule one city, we need to protect it so we aren't eliminated. Let's build the walls and show the attackers that they we will die before they win. Fort Maintenance: -10% / National Garrison Growth +10%
  • Free City Alliances: We are not alone. They're many counties that are like us. So why don't we join together and become an united front. This will help us be independent and protect us from encroachment. Diplomatic Relations +1
  • Produce New Contracts: In times of war, the Emperor will jion us and protect us. But we can"t rely on that. We need to new contracts so we can protect ourselves when we need to you. Available Mercenaries: +75%
  • Become Centers of Trade: By developing our cities, we become cities able to house Merchants and flow trade through. Why don't we develop our city to become able to match the wealthy cities. National Trade Power: +10%
  • Increase Our Army: Our can small since we are only one province. So increasing the military to house more troops will fix the situation. Allowing us to defend against bigger enemies. Force Limit Modifier: +25%
  • Tax Our Nobility: There's one thing to stop us from being a republic; the nobility. So the obcious solution is to tax them. We get more money and prevent them from assembling armies. National Tax Modifier: +10%
Ambitions:

  • National Spy Defense: +20%
 
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Basileios Makedon said:
Good! But I think you forgot Mzab... :)
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Ah, thank you.

Mzab National Ideas, as suggested by @Basileios Makedon , retrieved from here:

MZAB IDEAS

Traditions:

+1 tolerance of the true faith

+1 diplomatic reputation

Ideas:

1. Rostomite remnants: We are the last remnants of the great Rostomite Empire, which covered the majority of Algerian lands. +1 yearly prestige

2. Atheist diplomacy: As the only ibadi state in the region, we cannot let religion interfere in diplomatic affairs. +1 diplomatic relations

3. Legacy of Salma ibn Sad: Salma ibn Sad was the first missionary that converted some parts of Algiers to Ibadism. We should reclaim its legacy and try to convert them again. +1 missionary

4. Between northern and western Africa: From the XIII century, Mzab has been an important center of trade. The sub-Saharan gold and slaves stay in Mzab for a while before continuing to Tunis, Morocco and Europe. +15% provincial trade power

5. Tolerate Sunni minorities: The Sunni Islam has a strong presence here. If we choose to supress them, we could incur in the fury of our neighbours, so we should tolerate them to make the realm more stable. +2 tolerance of heretics

6. Tuareg cavalry: The Mahgrebi cavalry is one of the strongest in the Muslim world. We should improve our cavalry to defeat our enemies. +15% cavalry combat ability

7: The 5 citadels: When Mzab was founded, the Rostomites built 5 citadels to ensure the protection of the area: Tagherdayt, At Isjen, At Mlishet, At Bunur and Tajnint. +20% fort defense

Ambitions:

+5% discipline
 
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Parma, Pisa and Modena National Ideas, as suggested by @ajsieg , retrieved from here:


Traditions:

  • Fort Defense: +10%
  • National Trade Power: +10%
Ideas:

  • Parman Food: Our city has been known to have exquisite food like Prosciutto di Parma and the “True Cheese”. This makes us the city-state above all of cuisine. Yearly Prestige +1.
  • Center of the Italian Wars: Our land has been always coveted by Europeans and Parma was the first major battle in the Italian Wars. During that time we were under control by the Pope and France. But what if we united with our brethren and stopped them from taking our land? What if we acted as one and treated each other like ourselves? Then we can produce the force to push out all encroachers. Years of Separatism -5
  • Honored by the Romans: The Romans always honored us for our loyalty to them. This shows our loyalty to anybody who gives are way too. This can make our friends trust us and our enemies show some respect. Diplomatic Reputation +1
  • University of Parma: Though there’s many universities in Italy, we have one of the oldest universities in Italy. We have been acquiring knowledge before the famous ones took hold so we have been an advantage when it comes to innovation. Technology Cost -7.5%
  • Everlasting System of Fiefdom: Our nobles have always took hold of our land up until the 19th century. This will keep our peasants from being too uppity when in times of crises. Local Unrest -1
  • We Like Our Independence: We have never liked to be under the control of somebody. Whether Milan of France, we like to rule our land without foreign limitations. So let’s get the peasants in to make sure our lands are never conquered. Hostile Core Creation Cost On Us: +50%
  • Rebuild our City Again: Our city is always been sacked and looted. Whether by Attila the Hun or when being invaded, our city has always been damaged. So let’s rally our troops, rebuild our city, and show them who they are messing! Morale of Armies: +10%
Ambitions:

  • Diplomat: +1

Pisan Ideas


Traditions:

  • Shipbuilding Time: -10%
  • Trade Steering: +20%
Ideas:

  • The Decline of Pisa: Pisa in the 1200’s was the dominant power in the Mediterranean and controlled wide variety of Trade Network after the Crusades. But this success didn’t last. Our rival, Genoa, crushed us in the 1300’s and we became part of Florence. But now that we broke free. We need to recover and rebuild our cities to match our Genoese rival. Development Cost: -10%
  • Eastern Trade Ports: We once controlled the Eastern Ports of Antioch and Cilicia. This provided us with income and more power in the Mediterranean and we need to recover this. Send our Merchants to the East and recover what we lost. Trade Range: +25%
  • Reclaim The Islands: Corsica and Sardinia has always been a source of conflict. The Genoese have alway claimed them as theirs and we have too. Now that they secured their control, we need to reclaim what was taken away and return them to their rightful owner. Time to Fabricate Claims: -20%
  • Show Supremacy Against Genoa: Pisa was at one point able to beat Genoa and keep them under control. But since we’ve been gone, they have been a strong torn in our side. But now they’re weakened, and it’s our time to strike and Crush them now. Morale of Navies: +15%
  • Fibonacci: Fibonacci invented the Fibonacci Sequence. Which created one of the most famous Laws of Nature. If we persuade our scholars to unlock the key to nature, then we can share our knowledge and spread our ideas. Idea Cost: -10%
  • Sacking of Ports: In our time of glory, our ships sacked Muslim ports and seized their wealth. Now that we have our new fleet, we can used them to steal wealth to help us get back on our feet. Privateer Efficiency: +20% / Blockade Efficiency +20%
  • The Success of the Crusades: We’ve used the Crusades to gain more access to ports and create new trade routes and in general create more wealth. Using our past knowledge, we can control Muslim Ports and go one step further and go on our own crusade. To convert the masses and to create a stable nation that gets its wealth from trade in the name of God. Missionary Strength +2%
Ambitions:

  • Light Ship Combat Ability: +15%

Modenese Ideas


Traditions:

  • Chance of Heir: +25%
  • Regiment Cost: -10%
Ideas:

  • Balsamic Vinegar: To all the others that claim they make Balsamic Vinegar, we say Blasphemy! We are the true creators of this masterpiece and our Diplomats will remind all those who think not. Diplomatic Reputation: +1
  • Este Dynasty: The Este Dynasty ruled over us since the 1200’s and they came from the Duchy of Ferrara. Though we haven’t been independant, our city has greatly improved from them. Though we might not have them as our rulers. We should treat as Kings and Queens in our land so we will continue to benefit. Build Cost: -10%
  • Modenese Cathedrals: Our Cathedrals have been around since the Dark Ages. Those who feel like the church needs reform needs to take a look at then. If people have been following for so many years. Why are they challenging it now? Missionary Strength vs. Heretics: +2%
  • Biblioteca Estense: This building contains all of our scripts, books, and other pieces of knowledge. If we look over these scripts and use them as our knowledge, then we can discover new innovations from old pieces of text. Technology Cost: -7.5%
  • Reestablish the University: The University of Modena was closed in the 1500’s citing budget issues. This place has been the source of knowledge for many people, that we can’t afford to lose. We need to get people back to our school so we can develop our fields of government. Leaders Without Upkeep: +1
  • Fortification: Our city has always been sacked. Since ancient times to now, we need to keep fortifying the city to make sure we aren’t sacked again. Fort Defense: +10%
  • Ferrarese Question: Ferrara has always ruled us. With the power of the Este Dynasty, they have controlled our land for so long. But now that we are free. Do we seek revenge against them? if we do, then we can access the sea, get more recruits and all around a better situation. So let’s recruit our men so we can take them into the fold. National Manpower Modifier: +10%
Ambitions:

  • Yearly Legitimacy: +1
 
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National Ideas for UPCA, Alaska, Louisiana, California, Oregon, and Australia, as suggested by @ajsieg , retrieved from here:

UPCA Ideas:


Traditions:

  • Local Unrest: -1
  • Culture Conversion Cost: -25%
Ideas:

  • Land Of Many Nations: We are a combination of many little countries that share our beliefs and traditions. This leads us to have an efficient way to incorporate lands into our country. Core Creation Cost: -10%
  • Remove Pagan Ways: The Indians have always been misguided in their ways of worship and this needs to stop. This does nothing for our country. If they resist, we will get rid of them. It’s time they learn the true God. Missionary Strength: +2%
  • Mayan Jungle: The land we control is filled with dense jungle. Harboring disease and creatures that could kill a soldier. This jungle will make it hard for armies to invade us and we can better hold against our enemies. Attrition For Enemies: +1
  • Our Cultural Brethren: The People who colonized us had colonized much of the area around us. After these countries broke independence, they still follow their old Traditions. Since we are free, we can join together with our brethren and fight against the common foe. Diplomatic Relations: +1
  • Remove Faction Dispute: The UPCA is a group of countries united under one government. But problems stem from factions trying to benefit themselves and this has led to many civil wars. So we’re going to end it. No faction is going to be influential over the others. This will stabilize our government and will make everybody happy. Republican Tradition: +.5
  • Access to Caribbean: The Caribbean has been grabbed by the Europeans. But many people travel here for loot and become a pirate. But these people are skilled in many things. If we persuade them to come to our court, then they can have a use. Possible Advisors: +1
  • Ports on Both Sides: Our territory connects the Pacific and the Atlantic. This advantage lets us move trade into the Caribbean and then off to the Caribbean and beyond. I we expand that policy, then more wealth can be moved thru and we will get more money in our coffers. Trade Range: +25%
Ambition:

  • Production Efficiency: +10%
Louisiana Ideas:


Traditions:

  • National Trade Power: +10%
  • Infantry Cost: -10%
Ideas:

  • Establish Inland Forts: Our territory is very expansive. Swaths of plains cover many lengths. Establishing Forts in strategic areas will help establish communication in our lands and lead tp easier defending of our territory. Fort Maintenace: -15% / Garrison Growth: +10%
  • Expand the Frontier: The Greats Plains lie open for anybody to come in. So why don’t we claim these lands and expand our borders to encompass these flat lands. Colonist: +1
  • New Orleans: Our Capital is the center for everything. It’s an imprint of our overlords culture and is the center of Southern American trade. If we continue to establish this city, then we can revel in its glory. Diplomatic Reputation: +1
  • Mississippi River: This major river flows through most of our territory. Goods and Supplies travel down the river to their destination. Having cities on the river will strengthen the Trade on the river and will increase New World trade. Provincial Trade Power: +10%
  • Establish New Cities: Since our land is virtually empty, we don’t get much money off of it. Establish towns in strategic areas and in fertile areas will increase our wealth and help our administration control the realm. Development Cost: -10%
  • Leave the Indians in Peace: Since our land is so huge, we don’t have the time to worry about the Indians. They still need to follow God, but if their traditions don’t mess with our God, then they are able to live in peace. Accepted Culture Threshold: -10%
  • Negotiate With the Europeans: The Europeans are always a source of power. But they also provide something else. Allies. Let’s send our Diplomats across the ocean and negotiate with them to obtain alliances and to have them recognize us as a nation. Better Relations Over Time: +15%
Ambition:

  • Envoy Travel Time: -20%


Californian Ideas:


Traditions:

  • Army Leader Fire: +1
  • Yearly Inflation Reduction: -.1 Yearly
Ideas:

  • Californian Gold Mines: The gold mines in California has constantly supplied us with settlers. If our diplomats were to gift a sample of our gold during meetings with countries, then we’ll have a better reputation. Diplomatic Reputation: +1
  • Key Port Cities: The Western Coast has always been covered with trees and has been hard for ships to repair and resupply. But our land has perfect spots for new cities and ships will now have a port for them to continue their journey. Domestic Trade Power: +15%
  • Death Valley: This place is the lowest on earth. Temperatures can easily reach 110+. This is the perfect place to train our troops. Those you cannot stand the heat will not stand being in battles. those who stand the heat will become glorious troops capable of fighting. Discipline: +5%
  • Redwood Trees: These trees are hundreds of years old. They have survived droughts, fires, and whatever conditions they were thrown at. Striving to protect these will help the tree survive and makes people think better of us. Yearly Prestige: +1
  • Fertile Lands: California is known for growing everything. From wine, to citrus, to just about any crop. Encouraging people to start plantations will bring in more income in our state and it provides more food. National Tax Modifier: +10%
  • Protect Against Mexico: Though we are of the same culture, that doesn’t mean tensions exist. We need to recruit more troops that will protect us if Mexico wants to invade us. Army Force Limit: +20%
  • Remove Overlord's Influence: Spain was the founder of us, but they won’t be the last of us. Removing their influences will protect us from infiltration and establish ourselves as new people. Spy Defense: +20%
Ambition:

  • Build Cost: -10%



Alaskan Ideas:


Traditions:

  • Naval Maintenance Modifier: -20%
  • Global Settler Increase: +20

Ideas:

  • Colonize The Coast: The Alaskan Coast is one of the few places where we can survive in the north. We should do everything in our power to settle these areas and to strengthen our power. Colonist: +1
  • The Alaskan Trade: Even Alaska is barren and doesn’t serve much use, it’s useful in sending trade to Asia. By establishing where the ships had been, we can develop a spot where we can move trade to anywhere we like. Global Trade Power: +10%
  • Hunting for Gold: Every new place that was colonized was automatically looked for gold. We don’t if gold exists, but people have reported to find some gold. Encouraging to hunt for gold will increase our will to find and maybe even increase our will to produced more stuff. Goods Produced Modifier: +10%
  • Strengthen Our Node: Our node moves everything forward and none comes back to us. By implementing new ways to take some of the trade to us, then we will strengthen our trade in the world. Trade Efficiency: +15%
  • Our Barren Land: The Alaskan land is harsh and unforgiving. No enemy of ours should find the slightest bit of vegetation for themselves. If they don’t starve, then the cold will. Attrition For Enemies: +1
  • Buy Indian Furs: The Indians have lived here longer than we have we have. The way they keep warm is by wearing fur coats. Buying furs from them will keep our troops warm and our will allow our leaders to move more distance. Army Leader Maneuver: +1
  • Leave the Indians Alone: The Indians know the land. They know how to grow in this land, where to hunt, and how to live. Leaving them be will allow us to follow their ways to survive and will prevent uprisings like our neighbors might have. Local Unrest: -1
Ambition:

  • National Manpower Modifier: +15%

Oregon Ideas:


Traditions:

  • Manpower Recovery Speed: +10%
  • Stability Cost Modifier: -10%
Ideas:

  • The Oregon Trail: The Oregon Trail is the trail for people to travel from our land to the Eastern seaboard. Putting forts along the route will help keep these people supplied and reduce the effects of the harsh route. Land Attrition: -10%
  • Oregon Hills: The hills along the West Coast provide us with a defensive bonus. The Hills are steep and sometimes woody which will stop enemy armies. They will soon realize what they have to deal with if they want our land. Fort Defense: +10%
  • Columbia River: This river is a major source for water and provides us with an easy way to the Pacific Ocean. If we posed a tax for having a farm next to the river, then we can profit off of it. National Tax Modifier: +10%
  • Beaver Fur: The Beaver is starting to become a popular choice now that the Europeans are running out of them. Being the true creator of the furs will give a view of prestige that no one else can get. Yearly Prestige: +1
  • Land Coveted by Many: The Oregon Area is wanted by many Europeans for the land and many other stuff. But were once a European Subject and we broke free. The Europeans need to realize that we broke free and we can do it again. Morale of Armies: +10%
  • Use Indians Techniques: The Chinook Indians' way of fishing has been their way of life and their boats have also helped them catch fish. But what if we use their boat design on a larger scale and develop them into new and better ships? Then we can better create our navy. Diplomatic Technology Cost: -10%
  • Incorporate Indians in our Government: The Indians lived in this region for years. Our people don’t have the same numbers as the Indians do. Though diseases are wiping them out, using Indians in our government will make Indians more understandable to Indians when we take their lands. Aggressive Expansion Impact: -10%
Ambitions:

  • Recruitment Time: -10%

Australian Ideas:


Traditions:

  • Trade Range: +25%
  • Colonial Range: +20%
Ideas:

  • Land of Criminals: Our country was founded by criminals that were sent here by Great Britain. Since we are criminals, we are the same. Building our government will ensure that crime won’t be a problem and it will be easier to maintain. Stability Cost Modifier: -10%
  • Australian Terrain: The Terrain is very harsh. From jungles, to deserts, it’s very hard to sent up new colonies. But let’s encourage them to settle these lands. If they die, we send new ones, we must settle the inland and take advantage of this land. National Tax Modifier: +10%
  • Great Barrier Reef: The Great Barrier Reef is a reef that stretches much of North Eastern Coast of Australia. Studying the way of life in this reef will allow us to see nature in a different way and sharing ideas of this knowledge will lead us to an even better understanding of knowledge. Idea Cost: -10%
  • Settle the Pacific: The islands around our new land is a perfect place to settle.Now that we forced people to move inland, it’s time moved people across the sea and settle these islands. This will establish our dominance and gives us more power. Settler Chance: +10%
  • Defend Against Aboriginal Raids: These Indians live in Australia for a long time and might pose a threat to our colonies. Putting troops in our colonies will help prevent raids and will increase their discipline to protect our citizens. Discipline: +5%
  • Use Cannons As Garrisons:Cannons have always been used in battle and in forts and ships. But we can use cannons instead of soldiers in our forts, which will help us defend and strengthen our ability to use cannons. Artillery Combat Ability: +10%
  • Indian Ocean Trade: The Indian Ocean is the center of Southern Asia Trade. From the East Coast of Africa to India. Training more Merchants to go and collect wealth will improve our power in the region. Merchants: +1
Ambition:

  • Yearly Army Tradition: +.5
 
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Idea Groups for Berar and Garhwal, as suggested by @exaenae , retrieved from here:

Berar
Traditions - Leader Siege: +1 / Military Technology Cost: -5%
1) Gawilghur Fort - Fort Defense: +10%
The Gawilghur Fort was built by Fathullah Imad-ul-Mulk of Berar. It is a well fortified mountain stronghold. It takes years for our invaders to successfully breach the fort's walls, so it's only logical that we build our forts in similar locations.
2) Religious Crossroads - Religious Unity: +20%
The Indian Subcontinent is very religiously divided. By treating all believers equally, regardless of their faith, we can create a tolerant society.
3) Avoid the Mistakes of the Bahmani Sultanate - Stability Cost Modifier: -10%
Our nation was one of many Sultanates created after the collapse of the Bahmani Sultanate. If we are to become a long lasting empire we must avoid the mistakes of kingdoms past.
4) The Imad Shah Dynasty - Yearly Legitimacy: +1
Historically, Berar was ruled by the Imad Shah dynasty from the country's beginning to its demise. To keep this dynasty ruling for as long as it can we must reform our succession laws.
5) Foreign Siege Specialists - Artillery Cost: -10% / Siege Ability: +5%
They may not want to know it, but our generals aren't all that great. A good amount of them are competent leaders in battles, but when it comes to sieges, seeking help from foreign experts is our best course of action.
6) Strive for Tolerance - National Unrest: -1
Unrest is always a great problem in any nation. This becomes an exceptional problem in India, given the fact that it is religiously and culturally divided. We should strive to understand this and reconcile our differences to accomplish a society everyone will want to live in.
7) Berar National Guard - Morale of Armies: +10%
Guarding the Sultan's palace is the most honourable thing any soldier can do. By granting these guards benefits, we will ensure they stay loyal, and all our soldiers will fight all that harder to achieve this prestigious position.
Ambition - Artillery Combat Ability: +10%

Garhwal
Traditions - Morale of Armies: +10% / Chance of New Heir: +50%
1) Descendants of Malwa - Time to Fabricate Claims: -20%
Garhwal was founded when Kanakpal, the prince of Malwa married the daughter of a Garhwali chieftain. Kanakpal and his descendants conquered all the independent forts (Garhs), thus creating the Garhwal kingdom.
2) Himalayan Defenses - Fort Defense: +15%
Located just in the base of the Himalayas, we are in a great defensive position. By building forts in areas with high altitude we can see the invaders coming and defend appropriately.
3) Legacy of the Chand Kings - Yearly Legitimacy: +1
The Chand Kings ruled the area of Garhwal when it was fragmented into small principalities. Though we are now united, we can learn many lessons from them.
4) Garhwali Shah - National Unrest: -1
Balbhadra Shah was the first Raja of Garwhal to use the title Shah. All rulers since have used it, and the people feel secure knowing the country's well ruled, whatever the monarch's title is.
5) Garhwali Language - Accepted Culture Threshold: -10%
Garhwali is a Central Pahari language, primarily spoken by citizens of our country. The people we conquer may be displeased if we force them to speak a foreign language, but later on it will lead to easier integration of their lands.
6) Continued Resistance Against the Muslims - Discipline: +5%
We border the uninhabited wastelands of the Himalayas to the north, but on all other fronts we are surrounded by Muslim countries that would rather have us not exist. We must take a stand against the Muslim menace and protect the believers of the Hindu faith from any harm.
7) Long-Standing Kingdom - Yearly Prestige: +1
The Kingdom of Garhwal has existed for more than 600 years. We have a long and rich history, as we watched entire empires be created and crumble to dust.
Ambition - Technology Cost: -5%
 
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National Ideas for Funj and Morocco, as suggested by @exaenae , retrieved from here:

Funj
Traditions - Recruitment Time: -10% / Land Maintenance Modifier: -10%
1) Educated Merchants - Diplomatic Technology Cost: -10%
The capital, Sennar, became prosperous through trade, hosting representatives from all over the Middle East and Africa. Our merchants travel the world and are exposed to many different cultures. They don't only bring goods from their travels, they also bring knowledge.
2) Sennar Syncretism - Religious Unity: +25%
In 1523 the monarchy officially converted to Islam, though many elements of Coptic beliefs remained. While Islam was officially the state religion, most citizens followed a syncretic faith.
3) Heavy Cavalry - Cavalry Combat Ability: +20%
The armies of Funj rely mostly on heavy cavalry, horsemen armoured with chainmail while their horses were covered in thick quilts and copper headgear.
4) Monarch-Controlled Caravans - Caravan Power: +15%
In the Sultanate of Funj, all caravans were controlled by the monarch, as was the country's gold supply that functioned as the state's main currency.
5) Noble Cavalry - Cavalry Cost: -10%
The Sultanate's standing army was composed of a great mass of infantry troops, with regiments mostly drawn from peasantry. But while the cavalry was less present, it was only drawn from the nobility, to ensure the finest trained horses and the best riders.
6) Professional Standing Armies - Discipline: +5% / Fort Defense: +5%
Funj had the largest standing army in East Africa until the 1810s. These men were garrisoned in castles and forts throughout the sultanate. The country's heavy reliance on a standing army meant their armies were usually smaller, but highly effective against the less organized armies of their enemies.
7) State-Administered Currency - Yearly Inflation Reduction: +0.10
By having the state take direct control of the issuing of new currency, as well as running scrupulous checks to assure the people in charge of the mints are competent. This way we will have no problems with inflation.
Ambition - Tolerance of Heathens: +2

Morocco
Traditions - Hostile Core-Creation Cost on Us: +50% / National Manpower Modifier: +10%
1) Berber Cavalry - Cavalry Cost: -10% / Cavalry Combat Ability: +10%
We are a Berber country, and the Berber cavalry is some of the finest cavalry in the Muslim world. We must exploit this for our benefit.
2) Legacy of Ibn Battuta - Can hire explorers and conquistadors / Yearly Prestige: +1
Ibn Battuta was a Moroccan explorer that covered North Africa, Arabia and the majority of Asia. His legacy still remains with us.
3) Found Madrassas - Technology Cost: -10%
Madrassas are the basis of education in Muslim countries. If we found new ones and fund old ones, the whole country can benefit.
4) Barbary Pirates - Galley Combat Ability: +25%
The Barbary pirates were pirates and privateers who operated from North Africa. By recruiting these experienced sailors into our navies, our navy can be a truly frightening sight to behold.
5) Jihad - Missionary Strength: +2%
Jihad is our religious duty to maintain and spread the Muslim faith. We should strive for this goal and spread our faith for the glory of Allah.
6) Protect the Trans-Saharan Trade Route - Provincial Trade Power Modifier: +15%
The Trans-Saharan trade route is one of the most important sources of income for the Sultanate of Morocco. We should improve and protect this important route and reap the benefits.
7) Imperial Maghreb - Morale of Armies: +15% (bumped down from +20%)
The early Moroccan dynasties created an idea of an Imperial Maghreb, encompassing all of the lands of the Maghreb under a single Berber aegis. We should strive to accomplish this idea.
Ambition - Galley Cost: -20%
 
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National Ideas for Iraq, Lebanon and Yemen, as suggested by @exaenae , retrieved from here:

Iraq
Traditions - Yearly Army Tradition Decay: -1% / Core-Creation Cost: -20%
1) Cradle of Civilization - Yearly Prestige: +1
Mesopotamia is widely considered the cradle of civilization. Without that land, none of our threats and attackers wouldn't be here today.
2) The Imam Ali Mosque - Missionaries: +1 / Tolerance of the True Faith: +3
The Imam Ali Mosque is the third holiest site for followers of Shia Islam. It is visited by tens of thousands of pilgrims every year that pay tribute to Imam Ali. Some of these are trained missionaries, and we can convince them to pursue a higher goal by converting the heathens and heretics we conquer.
3) Fortify Baghdad - Fort Defense: +20%
Baghdad was invaded many times throughout history, most famously by the Mongols. We must prevent further invasions, or at least delay them, by fortifying our capital and defending it to the last man.
4) Restore the Bayt al-Hikma - Technology Cost: -5%
The House of Wisdom, or Bayt al-Hikma was a major intellectual center during the Islamic Golden Age. It was founded in Baghdad by Caliph Harun al-Rashid and destroyed during the Siege of Baghdad in 1258 by the barbaric Mongols. By restoring the House of Wisdom we can once again become the beacon of Muslim learning.
5) Metropolis of the Muslim World - Idea Cost: -10%
Built in 8th Century by the Abbasid Caliphate, Baghdad quickly became the leading metropolis of the Arab and Muslim world for several centuries. Since we control this city and proclaimed it our capital, we must take advantage of its prestigious title to attract the cultural elite of the Muslim world.
6) The Land Between Rivers - National Manpower Modifier: +25%
Mesopotamia is located between the rivers Euphrates and Tigris, and its land is incredibly fertile. By further cultivating land in the cradle of civilization, our manpower reserves will be plentiful.
7) Promote Multiculturalism - Accepted Culture Threshold: -15%
Baghdad is a city of incredible cultural diversity. By encouraging citizens of different cultures to be accepting to each other, our society will become accepting and people seeking refuge in our capital will be accepted.
Ambition - Discipline: +5%

Lebanon
Traditions - Tolerance of Heathens: +2 / Missionary Strength: +2%
1) Legacy of the Crusades - Discipline: +5%
The Kingdom of Lebanon was an important part of the Crusades. We can revive this legacy for the glory of our nation.
2) Phoenician Traditions - Merchants: +1
Our lands were once owned by the Phoenicians, one of the greatest trading powers in the Mediterranean. Reviving their heritage will benefit our nation greatly.
3) Convert the Heathens - Missionaries: +1
Our unique position in the area means we are surrounded by hostile religions. We should make all attempts to convert them to the true faith.
4) Bastion of Christianity in the Levant - Fort Defense: +15% / Yearly Papal Influence: +1
We are in a precarious position as the only Christian country in the Levant. Improving our defenses should help dissuade the Muslims from attacking us.
5) Cedar Wood of Mount Lebanon - Trade Efficiency: +10%
According to the Old Testament, the Phoenician king Hiram I sent engineers to build the Jewish Temple of Jerusalem out of cedar wood found on Mount Lebanon. The Phoenicians also traded with Egypt for this wood, and so can we: let us trade with the lumber-poor yet ultimately rich countries. They get access to fine wood, and we get money!
6) Conquer the Levant - Infantry Combat Ability: +15%
Now that we have established ourselves in the Levant, we should look at expansion and conquering the area for the glory of our nation.
7) Merchant Fleets - Light Ship Cost: -15%
Let us put our focus on constructing ships to protect our trading interests, as well as placing merchants on these fleets that will oversee the safe arrival of cargo into our ports.
Ambition - Recover Army Morale Speed: +10%

Yemen
Traditions - Trade Efficiency: +10% / Embargo Efficiency: +10%
1) Control the Gulf of Aden - Light Ship Combat Ability: +20%
The trade flowing through the Gulf of Aden is rich. Naturally, it attracts pirates, but we must improve our fleet to ensure the trade flows freely, and the goods end up where they're supposed to.
2) Rasulid Literature - Idea Cost: -10%
Several sultans of the Rasulid dynasty were very culturally prominent, being educated men who wrote letters and literature. Their heirlooms remain with us and strengthen our sense of national pride.
3) Port of Aden - Global Trade Power: +10%
The Port of Aden is one of the most important trading ports in Arabia, and holds significance as the entrance to the Red Sea. As long as we retain control of this city we can control both incoming and outgoing trade.
4) Exported Horses - Military Technology Cost: -10%
Horses, along with agricultural crops, are the most important exports of our nation. As long as there is demand for horses in the Muslim world, we will have someone to sell them to. And as long as there is an exchange of goods, there is an exchange of information.
5) Tahirid Builders - Build Cost: -20%
The Tahirids were a local clan in Yemen who were keen builders, constructing schools, mosques and irrigation channels as well as bridges in many Yemeni cities.
6) Provide Protection to Jewish Merchants - Merchants: +1 / National Tax Modifier: +5%
The Gulf of Aden attracts merchants of all races and creeds, including the Jewish. If we can make Jewish merchants a protected class in our country we can greatly benefit from their knowledge.
7) Red Sea Toll - Trade Power Abroad: +25%
Due to the strategic position our country holds on the Red Sea, we can enforce a toll on any ships attempting to enter or leave these waters.
Ambition - Cavalry Combat Ability: +10%
 
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National Ideas for Brabant, Liege, Flanders, and Free Cities, as suggested by @exaenae , retrieved from here:

Brabant
Traditions - Discipline: +5% / Trade Efficiency: +10%
1) Charter of Liberty - National Tax Modifier: +10%
In 1354 Duke John III of Brabant granted a Joyous Entry to the citizens of Brabant. The six specific freedoms detailed the exact powers the church, the towns and nobles have, which allowed the duke to more easily collect taxes.
2) Provide Protection to the Lower Classes - National Unrest: -2
Most citizens of Brabant are happy with our rule, thanks to our efforts to improve their situation in the country. We should provide further protection to the peasantry by introducing a set of laws that would only make them subject to the king. This way, we can insure stability in our country.
3) French Influence - Military Technology Cost: -10%
Our relative proximity to the French means our country is greatly influenced by them. By encouraging our advisors to further study French methods of warfare, our military can benefit.
4) Welcome the Reformers - Tolerance of Heretics: +2
The Reformation is spreading through Europe at a rapid pace. While close-minded countries around us are crumbling because of their blind loyalty to the church, we can be more open, and welcome the reformers to our nation as well as grant them protection.
5) Reclaim the Territories of Burgundian Netherlands - Aggressive Expansion Impact: -15%
Burgundy was a fractured country. This feeling of separation amongst the citizenry will make them more prone to conquest, and less resistant to our rule when we make an expansion attempt.
6) Marsh Warfare - Land Leader Maneuver: +1
The terrain in the Low Countries is dominated by marshes and other unfavourable terrain. By training our generals to better adapt to the hostile terrain we can have more success in the battlefield.
7) Found the Tilburg University - Possible Advisors: +1
By founding new universities we will ensure everyone gets the education they need, and we get more educated men to work for the state.
Ambition - Artillery Combat Ability: +15%


Flanders
Traditions - Land Maintenance Modifier: -10% / Fort Maintenance: -10%
1) Increase Autonomy of Border Cities - Fort Defense: +10%
Flemish autonomous urban centres were instrumental to defeating the French in the Franco-Flemish war. By granting cities on our borders a certain level of autonomy we can ensure they fight for their city and increase our nation's overall protection.
2) Flemish Trade Partners - Trade Power Abroad: +10% / Trade Range: +10%
Our trade partners are some powerful countries such as England, France and various Italian and Rheinlander states. By maintaining good relations with these countries, as well as establishing trade posts in their lands, we can ensure our trade will flourish.
3) Cloth Industry - Production Efficiency: +10%
After French invasions, Flanders experienced a period of prosperity with its strong cloth industry. We should fund the cloth-working guilds to increase production, and therefore bring in more income for the state.
4) Ivory Statues of the Madonna and Child - Yearly Prestige: +1
Our trade routes reach as far as the Indian Ocean. By encouraging our merchants to work with the English and the French, we can get access to ivory. Using this fine material, we will construct statues of the Maddona and Child to make our country more prestigious and strengthen our Catholic ties.
5) Flemish Nationalism - Hostile Core-Creation Cost on Us: +50%
By encouraging citizens to take pride in their culture and their language, we will make them less tolerant of any invader that attempts to take over our nation and make our territories more difficult to fully integrate.
6) Refurbish Gravensteen - Yearly Legitimacy: +1
The castle of Gravensteen was built in 1180 by Philip of Alsace located just outside of Ghent. Its condition has deteriorated lately, so much so that it was abandoned as the seat of the nation in the 14th century. We can organize a grand project to renovate the castle to make it grander and more prestigious. Then, it can once again be the glorious seat our nation truly deserves.
7) Flemish Trading Towns - Caravan Power: +20%
In the 13th century, Flanders was one of the most urbanized areas in Europe. By granting these trading towns more attention, as well as a certain amount of autonomy, we can increase our trade presence in the area.
Ambition - Land Leader Fire: +1


Liege
Traditions - Yearly Devotion: +1 / Tolerance of the True Faith: +2
1) Devout Christians - Yearly Papal Influence: +2 / Church Power Modifier: +10%
As a Catholic nation, we have sworn our loyalty to the Pope. We must maintain these good relations and reap the benefits.
2) Athens of the North - Idea Cost: -10%
In the 11th century, the city of Liège was referred to as Athens of the North. We must use this prestigious status to attract the greatest minds of the generation.
3) Bonnes Villes - National Unrest: -1
Bonnes villes, the name for our most important cities and cities that are very influential in our nation. We must give in to some of their demands to keep them on our side, even if it doesn't benefit the country.
4) Empower the Archdeaconries - Stability Cost Modifier: -10%
Our country is grouped into archdeaconries, senior clergy positions in the Church above that of most clergies. By empowering them we can ensure our country stays unified and stable.
5) The Liege Iron Mines - Infantry Combat Ability: +10%
Whilst our country isn't rich in iron, we have sufficient quantities to supply our own troops, and have a small amount left over to trade to other countries.
6) The Spanish Road - Diplomatic Relations: +1
Liege was the last link in the chain of Habsburg allies that allowed Spain access from Lombardy to the Spanish Netherlands.
7) Organize the Feast of the Blessed Sacrament - Prestige Decay: -1%
In 1252, bishop Hugh of Saint-Cher made the feast of the Blessed Sacrament obligatory through his diocese. We should continue organizing this feast throughout the nation.
Ambition - Cavalry Combat Ability: +10%

I also posted Free City ideas as a comment in one of my previous threads, so I'll copy them here so everyone can see them:

Free City Ideas
Traditions - Fort Defense: +10% / Land Force Limit Modifier: +25%
1) Urbs Imperialis Libera - Yearly Prestige: +1
The right of being a free city was granted to us by the Emperor himself. We should cherish this prestigious position that we have been given.
2) Ensure Fair Leadership - Yearly Republican Tradition: +0.5
To ensure our city prospers, we must first run rigorous checks on who runs it. By setting very specific terms on who can and cannot be the Bürgermeister we will ensure that our city's leadership is just and fair.
3) Ratsverwandte - National Tax Modifier: +10%
Although free cities and their constitution were republican, the government was oligarchic in nature and ruled by a town council composed of the patrician class, called the town council families (ratsverwandte). These families are economically secure and very important, so it would be wise to keep them ruling, at least partially.
4) Appease the Beisassen - Stability Cost Modifier: -10%
The Beisassen were a lower class of citizen in a free imperial city: small artisans, craftsmen, day laborers and the poor. While the country is run by the rich, it rests on the back of the poor. By appeasing the lower classes we can ensure our country remains stable.
5) Maintain Relations within the Empire - Diplomatic Reputation: +1
We are a part of the Empire, and a fairly important one at that. By maintaining good relations with the Holy Roman Emperor and other powerful states, we can be sure of our long-term existence.
6) The Städtebünde - Global Trade Power: +10%
The Städtebünde were city leagues, groups of free cities created to promote and defend their own interests. One notable example of this is the Hanseatic League.
7) Maintain Agents at the Reichshofrat - May infiltrate administration / Diplomats: +1
The Reichshofrat, or the Aulic Council, was one of two supreme courts in the Empire. It had exclusive jurisdiction in feudal affairs, as well as a number of other important things. As such, many free cities found it profitable to maintain agents at the Aulic Council, to ensure that the judgements made there don't affect the independence of the city, drain the city's treasury, or generally do something against their best interest.
Ambitions - Morale of Armies: +10%
 
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Nation Ideas for Corsica, Sardinia and Sicily, as suggested by @exaenae , retrieved from here:

Corsica
Traditions - Hostile Core-Creation Cost on Us: +25% / Shipbuilding Time: -5%
1) Dominate Genoese Trade - Global Trade Power: +10%
The Genoans don't like us, and we don't like them. By focusing on trading in their trade node, we can let them know of our strength in the only way they'll understand and chip away at their trade income.
2) Supply Ships - Naval Attrition: -15% / Trade Range: +15%
We should obviously focus on our navy. Our capital is on an island, and we must protect our homeland. The best way to do that is to build up a navy, and organize a system of supply ships around the coast to make sure the patrol keeps patrolling.
3) Mountain of the Sea - Attrition for Enemies: +1
Corsica has often been called 'mountain of the sea' due to its mountainous nature amd the fact that it's an island. Invasions by our enemies will therefore be much harder.
4) Bank of Saint George - Interest per Annum: -1
The Genoese may hate us, but they can't escape the need for money. By loaning money from the Bank of Saint George, we can pull some strings to get lower interest rates.
5) Corsican Old Cities - Development Cost: -10%
Corsican old cities served as cores for eventual expansion and urbanization of the areas around them. We should continue developing these cities for our country to prosper.
6) Standardized Galley Designs - Galley Cost: -20%
Galleys are an incredibly important part of navies in the Mediterranean. They are fast, agile and deadly. By standardizing the designs for galleys we can produce them faster, cheaper and better.
7) Ally of the French - Diplomatic Reputation: +1
Historically, Corsica has often been allied to the French. The French are one of the most powerful European nations, so focusing on maintaining good relations with them would be a wise thing to do.
Ambition - Morale of Navies: +15%

Sardinia
Traditions - Ship Costs: -10% / Blockade Efficiency: +20%
1) Regnum Sardiniae et Corsicae - Yearly Papal Influence: +1
The Kingdom of Sardinia originally consisted of Corsica and Sardinia. Sovereignty over both islands was claimed by the Pope, as a fief, the Kingdom of Sardinia and Corsica.
2) Genoese Support - Trade Efficiency: +10%
Historically, Sardinian attempts at independence from the Aragonese was supported by the Genoans. By improving relations with the Genoese we can strengthen our relationship, as well as earn benefits to trading in their capital.
3) Repel the Barbary Pirates - Galley Combat Ability: +15%
Sardinia was consistently attacked by pirates from North Africa, which lead to the island's decline. By improving our naval fighting technique we can protect our coastlines from the pirates.
4) Stamenti - National Unrest: -1
The Stamenti was the parliament of Sardinia, consisting of representatives of the state's provinces. By granting each province its representative we can ensure our entire realm remains unrest-free and firmly under our control.
5) Fund the Sardinian Armada - Heavy Ship Combat Ability: +10% / Yearly Navy Tradition Decay: -0.5%
We don't have any colonies, or at least not yet. Still, the desire for a grand navy is ever prominent in a country whose landscape is dominated by islands. By funding shipwrights and educating captains we can ensure our armada is up to scratch.
6) Found the University of Cagliari - Technology Cost: -5%
Founded in 1607, the University of Cagliari was the first university on Sardinia, founded among the lines of old Spanish universities. It was shortly followed by the University of Sassari. By opening educational institutions we can ensure our technological advancements are up to date.
7) Spanish Towers - Fort Defense: +10%
In the late 15th Century, the Spanish built a series of watchtowers along the Sardinian coast to protect the island against Ottoman incursions. This provided the island with a great deal of defense.
Ambition - Yearly Navy Tradition: +1

Sicily
Traditions - Naval Force Limit Modifier: +20% / Naval Leader Maneuver: +1
1) Church of the Holy Spirit - Tolerance of the True Faith: +2
The Chiesa dello Spirito Santo (Church of the Holy Spirit) is a Norman church located in Palermo. The church was founded between 1173 and 1178 by the archbishop of Palermo, and its property was enriched by donations of the King William II of Sicily.
2) University of Catania - Idea Cost: -10%
The first university in Sicily was founded in the city of Catania in 1434. We should continue encouraging people to enroll in the university to find new talent.
3) Reclaim the Kingdom of Sicily - Core-Creation Cost: -10%
The Kingdom of Sicily extended over much of Southern Italy at its largest extent. We should reclaim these territories, now Neapolitan, and make Italy our own once again!
4) Catanesi Renaissance - Yearly Prestige: +1
Because of its isolation, the Renaissance largely surpassed the Kingdom of Sicily. However Catania, in the 14th Century still became one of Italy's most important cultural, artistic and political centers.
5) Noble Admirals - Yearly Navy Tradition: +1
Sons of nobles tend to pursue a career in the army. However, on an island nation, encouraging the nobility to pursue being a captain may be a better course of action.
6) Transport Reinforcement System - Transport Cost: -33% / Transport Combat Ability: +10%
Other countries often ignore them, but there may be no ship more useful than a transport. We should build them better and sturdier, and focus on reinforcement via our transport ships. They are faster and more convenient than our usual methods of reinforcement.
7) Silk Exports - Goods Produced Modifier: +15%
In the 17th Century, Sicily's silk exports exceeded its grain exports. By encouraging silk production we can profit!
Ambition - Mercenary Cost: -15%
 
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National Ideas for Chile, La Plata and Peru, as suggested by @exaenae , retrieved from here:

Chile
Traditions - Infantry Combat Ability: +10% / Yearly Navy Tradition: +1
1) Government Junta of Chile - Yearly Republican Tradition: +0.5
The First Government Junta was an organ established to rule Chile following the deposition and imprisonment of King Ferdinand VII. This was the first step in the Chilean struggle for independence.
2) Andean Defenses - Fort Maintenance: -20%
Our position in the Andes is an excellent one, at least regarding defense. Establishing forts and outposts in the Andes to improve defensiveness.
3) Encourage Traders - Trade Efficiency: +10%
In order to improve the income of our country, we must encourage traders and merchants to move here by providing them with benefits.
4) Andean Mines - Goods Produced Modifier: +20%
Due to our country being dominated by mountainous terrain, we are in a great position to exploit our mines and found new ones.
5) Where the Land Ends - Trade Steering: +20%
Our positioning in South America means we can control a good amount of trade flowing from the Pacific to the Atlantic and vice-versa.
6) Government Funded Shipbuilders - Shipbuilding Time: -15%
Our coastline is very long. As such, our navy is as important, or even more important than our army. By funding shipbuilders from our own pockets, we can make sure ships get made when we need them to.
7) Found the Primera Escuadra Nacional - Heavy Ship Combat Ability: +20%
Create Chile's First National Fleet to protect our great nation, and the Academy for Young Midshipmen to ensure the ship's sailors are the best possible.
Ambition - National Manpower Modifier: +20%

La Plata
Traditions - Land Force Limit Modifier: +30% / Settler Chance: +10%
1) River of Silver - Global Trade Power: +10%
Río de la Plata is one of the most important rivers in South America. Our most populated cities are located around it, its many species of fish provide food for our citizens, and even our country is named after it.
2) Cerro de Potosí - National Tax Modifier: +25%
Our country's in control of Cerro de Potosí, one of, if not the largest silver mine in the world. We can exploit this rich hill for all it's worth and make a fortune doing it.
3) Found National Mint - Yearly Inflation Reduction: +0.10
By founding a national mint, we can make sure all of the silver we mine is properly turned into currency, as well as administer the creation of new coins.
4) Mercantilist Policies - Provincial Trade Power Modifier: +10%
The restrictions imposed on us by the Spanish regarding trade were high. Later rulers sought to allow commerce to flow through La Plata, but we never quite got what we wanted. Now that we are independent, we can trade however we want and introduce a new set of policies to help that.
5) High Court of Buenos Aires - National Unrest: -1
Composing of two audiencias, the Real Audiencia de Buenos Aires resided in Buenos Aires, governing over the territories of Rio de la Plata. By reinstating this high court and appointing our best officials to run it, we can ensure justice for our citizens.
6) Commerce Consulate of Buenos Aires - Merchants: +1 / Trade Efficiency: +10%
The Consulate of Commerce of Buenos Aires was one of the most important institutions in Rio de la Plata. Built on the request of local merchants, it functioned as a commercial court and as a society of economic development. Largely a guild of merchants, the Commerce Consulate was subject to the Spanish Crown. Now that we have gained independence, we can take control of this institution, and turn ourselves into a global trading power.
7) Ensure Competent Administration - Yearly Republican Tradition: +0.5
Governors would often bribe their way to rulership of Rio de la Plata. We say, no more! In this new independent country, we will put our rulers under immense scrutiny to ensure they are completely capable of running our country.
Ambition - Province Warscore Cost: -10%

Peru
Traditions - National Manpower Modifier: +10% / Reinforce Speed: +20%
1) Iglesia de la Companía de Jesus - Missionary Strength: +1%
The construction of the Church of the Society of Jesus was started in 1576 by the Jesuits. Being built over an underground chapel, it is considered one of the best examples of colonial baroque architecture in the Americas.
2) Royal Commentaries of Peru - National Unrest: -1
Written by Garcilaso de la Vega, 'Comentarios Reales de los Incas' was his most well-known work. The Commentary had two volumes: the first about Inca life, and the second about the Spanish conquest of the Inca empire. Later on, Charles III of Spain banned the book, but now that we are independent we should continue circulating it. It'll educate people about our history and make everyone's mutual hatred for our previous colonial overlord even stronger.
3) Battle Ready Shipwrights - Global Ship Repair: +10%
We should employ our country's finest shipwrights to work for the state. This way, if our fleet suffers a crushing defeat at the hands of our enemies, the ships can be repaired and ready to go much quicker than before.
4) Mountain Forts - Fort Defense: +20%
Our glorious republic is dominated by mountainous terrain of the Andes. By building cities and fortifications in the mountains we can ensure our country remains protected.
5) Naval Investiture - Heavy Ship Cost: -10% / Light Ship Cost: -10%
Our navy isn't quite as glorious as it should be. Being surrounded by nations with great armadas, we should put a much larger focus on our navy than we are doing currently.
6) Mixed Culture - Prestige Decay: -1%
Built on the ground of many ancient civilizations, Peru has a varied culture. We should cherish this fact, and even promote our country as the bastion of acceptance.
7) Fund Merchant Travels - Trade Range: +50% / Trade Steering: +5%
Other countries have their merchants act on a largely local scale. By encouraging our merchants to explore new lands and funding their travels, we can reach lands further away than our competitors and turn ourselves into a trading superpower.
Ambition - Yearly Navy Tradition Decay: -2%
 
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Ideas for Estonia and Karelia, as suggested by @exaenae , retrieved from here:

Estonia
Traditions - Cavalry Combat Ability: +10% / Trade Efficiency: +5%
1) Free City of Reval - Global Trade Power: +10%
The city of Reval got Lübeck Rights in 1248 and joined the Hanseatic League. We can encourage Hanseatic merchants to increase their presence in the Estonian lands for everyone's benefit.
2) Baltic Crossroads - Accepted Culture Threshold: -10%
We are surrounded by many countries of many different cultures. We must learn to be accepting of them. Then we can expand in any direction we wish.
3) Terra Mariana - Manpower Recovery Speed: +10%
Created after the Livonian Crusade in 1207, Terra Mariana was established as a principality of the Holy Roman Empire at first, but the Pope later proclaimed it as directly subject to the Holy See. The lands within Terra Mariana now sit in the hands of various different countries, but we should strive to unite the region once more. And we cannot do that without sufficient manpower.
4) Baltic Reformation - Tolerance of Heretics: +2
When the Reformation began with Martin Luther and his 95 theses, the religious map of the Baltic coastline was changed greatly. We don't necessarily have to make protestantism the country's official religion, but we can at least try to understand their points and accept their faithful.
5) Estonian Grain Trade - Goods Produced Modifier: +10%
Our land is fertile and rich in various grains, most commonly wheat. We can try to increase the amount of goods in our provinces to come that one step closer to establishing a monopoly on grain. It's not among the most expensive of goods, but you can never have too much grain.
6) Unite the Two Voivodeships - Development Cost: -10%
Currently Estonia is a country divided into two autonomous regions. By bringing them together and uniting our country, our people and our nation can prosper.
7) Fabricated Maps - Time to Fabricate Claims: -20% / Aggressive Expansion Impact: -5%
Estonia has existed since the Viking ages. We can fabricate maps from these times to prove that some lands belong to us, even if they truly don't. Since nobody is immortal yet, they won't be able to see through our schemes.
Ambition - Diplomats: +1

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Karelia
Traditions - Regiment Cost: -10% / Land Attrition: -10%
1) Ladoga Fishing Industry - National Manpower Modifier: +10%
Lake Ladoga is incredibly rich in fish. By encouraging the nation's fishermen to move to the cities surrounding the lake, as well as founding fishing outposts, we will have enough food for our citizens.
2) Between Two Seas - Ship Costs: -10%
Our country stretches from the White Sea to the Gulf of Finland and the Baltic Sea. To protect our coastlines we must make improvements in our shipbuilding technology.
3) The Sestra River - Trade Steering: +10%
The Karelian lands originally followed the Sestra and Neva Rivers. By encouraging trade movement along these rivers we can profit.
4) The Two Karelian Realms - Years of Separatism: -5
The Treaty of Nöteborg in 1323 divided Karelia between Sweden and Novgorod. This division remained through the centuries. We of all people know how it feels to be divided, so we can treat our subjects with more understanding.
5) Baltic Shipyards - Naval Force Limit Modifier: +20%
While the Baltic Sea is packed with naval activity, the White Sea is all but barren except for a few small trade fleets. We should mostly ignore the White Sea and focus our shipbuilding efforts on increasing our presence in the Baltic.
6) Valaam Monastery - Missionary Strength: +1%
The Valaam Monastery is an Orthodox Monastery in Karelia, located on Valaam island in Lake Ladoga. When it was constructed is unclear, but what is very clear is its importance to the faithful of Karelia.
7) From the Varanginians to the Greeks - Global Trade Power: +10%
Lake Ladoga formed a vital part of the trade route from the Varanginians to the Greeks. We know its significance, but other nations sadly don't. We should have our merchants spread the word of our nation and encourage more trade to flow into Karelia.
Ambitions - Manpower Recovery Speed: +15%
 
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Ideas for Aquileia and Montferrat, as suggested by @exaenae , retrieved from here:

Aquileia
Traditions - Yearly Navy Tradition: +0.5 / Naval Force Limit Modifier: +25%
1) Patriarchate of Aquileia - Prestige Decay: -1%
Founded in 539, the Patriarchate of Aquileia was at its height one of the largest independent Italian states.
2) Aquileian Legacy - Core-Creation Cost: -10%
Some of our originally owned lands aren't even considered part of the Patriarchate at the moment. We must set this right.
3) Volchero and Bertrand - Idea Cost: -5%
In the early 13th century, under Volchero and Bertrand the Patriarchate flourished economically and culturally. By reminding people of these times we can flourish once more.
4) Repopulate Aquileia - Development Cost: -10%
In the 14th century, the city of Aquileia was destroyed by earthquakes, depopulated by famines and reduced to only a few hundred citizens. This caused the capital of the province to be moved elsewhere. We must repopulate our namesake and make it glorious once more.
5) Constitutiones Patriae Foriiulii - Negative religious tolerance no longer gives any penalties
In March 1355, the Aquileian parliament codified a consitution for Friuli, called the Constitutiones Patriae Foriiulii. Even though it was amended a few times, this remained the backbone of our fundamental law.
6) Piu a forma di repubblica che di principato - Stability Cost Modiifer: -10%
Friuli under the patriarchs had more the form of a republic than of a principality, as described by Count Girolamo di Porcia. We can reinforce this belief to make for a more stable country.
7) Adriatic Trade - Diplomatic Technology Cost: -15%
There is no escaping the fact that most Mediterranean trade routes flow through the Adriatic. Unfortunately for us, these lucrative trade routes are mostly controlled by Venetian and Ragusan merchants. Ensuring improvements in trade technology is vital if we want to remain competitive in this market, at least until we can come up with a more permanent solution.
Ambition - Light Ship Combat Ability: +15%

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Montferrat
Traditions - Yearly Prestige: +1 / Fort Defense: +20%
1) Palaiologoi - Yearly Legitimacy: +1 / Chance of New Heir: +50%
The Palaiologos dynasty ruled over the Byzantine empire until its very demise. This, however, did not mean the end for the dynasty itself, as its members are still thriving in our very own nation.
2) Crusader State - Morale of Armies: +10%
Some Marquises of Montferrat participated in the crusades. Some would never come back, while some would be immensely succesful, taking over swathes of territories from the infidel. We must honor these brave men and remind our men of what they are protecting.
3) Revised Tax Policies - National Tax Modifier: +10%
In order to secure more income for the state, we have decided to revise our tax collection policies. (I know this one's a bit generic but honestly I ran out of material to work with at this point)
4) Conrad of Montferrat - Yearly Army Tradition: +0.5
Conrad of Montferrat was a northern Italian nobleman. He was one of the major participants in the Third Crusade and the de facto king of Jerusalem. We can learn from his successes.
5) Develop Montferrat - Development Cost: -10%
In order to make our nation more sustainable, we must encourage development of cities, as well as spend our wealth to found new ones.
6) Montferrat Renaissance - Idea Cost: -10%
We are part of Italy, the cradle of the renaissance. The strong impact of the renaissance is no less felt in the Margraviate of Montferrat than it is in Rome or Venice.
7) Fecisti Patriam Diversis de Gentibus Unam - Accepted Culture Threshold: -20%
Italy is culturally divided, but we must spend our efforts to be more accepting of other Italians. Only then can our nation prosper.
Ambition - Land Force Limit Modifier: +33%
 
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