Conan Exiles: Jewel of the West DLC – Aquilonian Architecture, Weapons & Decor

On August 2, 2018, Jewel of the West, the second major culture pack for Conan Exiles, was released. After the elegant, Far East–inspired style of the Khitan, this DLC brought a completely different world to the harsh Exiled Lands: the opulent, classical Aquilonia — a realm reminiscent of ancient Rome and the Greek empire.

While The Imperial East Pack embodied harmony and spiritual order, Jewel of the West stands for power, architecture, and civilization on a grand scale. It’s a world of marble and gold, of palaces, arenas, and temples, created by a people who see themselves as the crown of humankind.

With this expansion, Conan Exiles felt different yet again. Players stepped out of the shadow of primitive survival craft and into an era of splendor — one in which civilization can be as dangerous as the wilds themselves.

Aquilonia in Conan Exiles: Lore, Power, and Culture

Aquilonia in the world of Conan is a symbol of order, wealth, and culture. It’s an empire built on discipline and ambition, but also on vanity and arrogance. Its cities are magnificent, its citizens proud, and its architecture breathes confidence.

The Jewel of the West Pack translates this cultural identity into every detail of its content. It brings Aquilonian elegance straight into the Exiled Lands — a world that had previously been ruled by barbarian chieftains and ruins.

The new building and decoration pieces convey the feel of an advanced, organized society. Marble replaces sandstone, columns and arches replace primitive walls, and instead of rough wooden platforms, great halls and public squares take shape.

Players who once built fortresses now raised villas, baths, and gardens. It marked the beginning of a new phase for Conan Exiles — the aesthetics of power.

Conan Exiles Architecture: Aquilonian Building Pieces and Set

As usual, the architectural set is the heart of the DLC. It includes over forty new building pieces — foundations, walls, roofs, columns, windows, and gates — all styled after a classical empire.

The materials look bright, clean, and monumental. Marble, bronze, and fine stone ornamentation dominate the design. Particularly striking are the round arches and columns that immediately evoke Roman temples and palaces.

The architecture is not only beautiful but also functional. Clear structures allow for generous, symmetrical constructions — perfect for public arenas or luxurious villas. Players who value order and aesthetics found the perfect tools to transform their bases into true cities.

Many used the pack to create monumental structures reminiscent of ancient civilizations: bathhouses with pools, open marketplaces, galleries, triumphal arches, or amphitheaters. The Exiled Lands turned into stages of imperial elegance.

With Jewel of the West, players gained the ability to feel not just like survivors but like architects of an empire.

Conan Exiles Weapons and Armor: The Aquilonian Legion

To complement the architecture, the DLC introduced a range of weapons and armor that embody Aquilonia’s pride and discipline.

The armor is intricately adorned, with metal plates, leather straps, and cloth elements reminiscent of Roman centurions. There’s a light, medium, and heavy variant, each with distinct designs and properties.

The light set, often worn as attire for courtiers and officials, looks elegant and understated. The medium set evokes Aquilonia’s gladiatorial arenas, while the heavy armor is modeled on soldiers of the imperial legions.

The weapons reflect the same ethos: precise craftsmanship over brute force. The Aquilonian sword, spear, and mace are not just functional tools, but symbols of a culture that sees war as an art form.

Their design differs markedly from the barbaric weapons of other peoples. While Nordheimers or Cimmerians wield simple, heavy blades, Aquilonians favor balanced forms and ornate hilts — an expression of a civilization that seeks beauty even in battle.

Aquilonian Decor and Interior Design in the Conan Exiles DLC

A major part of Jewel of the West’s appeal lies in its new decorative elements. The DLC introduced a wealth of furniture, statues, fountains, and wall adornments that brought the Aquilonian way of life into players’ bases.

Interiors feel brighter, more open, and more representative than before. Marble tables, upholstered chairs, and finely crafted vases lend every room a touch of luxury.

Particularly popular are the new statues and fountains, ideal for gardens or courtyards. They add movement to the architecture and reflect this civilization’s self-image: art as an expression of power.

Lighting also plays a bigger role. New chandeliers and wall torches cast a warm, golden glow that harmonizes with the pale stone surfaces. As evening falls, buildings feel alive and majestic — almost like temples.

Combined with the furniture, Conan Exiles for the first time felt like stepping into a truly lived-in home. It wasn’t just a fortress, but a home.

Civilization and Decadence in the Jewel of the West DLC

Jewel of the West is more than a visual update. It’s a study of power, beauty, and decay.

In Conan’s world, Aquilonia is a realm at the height of its civilization — and at the edge of decadence. Its people enjoy luxury and order, yet beneath the surface lurk intrigue, vanity, and greed.

This ambivalence is mirrored in the architecture. The buildings are magnificent, yet cool. The gardens are immaculate, yet quiet. Everything looks perfect, and yet you sense moral decay behind the facade.

For players, this meant feeling like part of a society for the first time — not just lone survivors or clan members, but citizens of a culture with values and contradictions.

This emotional depth made Jewel of the West one of the most beloved DLCs of Conan Exiles’ early era. It wasn’t just beautiful — it was meaningful.

From Survival to Building: Creative Gameplay with Jewel of the West

With the second culture DLC, the direction of Conan Exiles became clear. The Imperial East opened the door; Jewel of the West walked through it.

Players began planning entire cities instead of just bases. RP servers emerged with elaborate social structures, arenas for gladiatorial combat, taverns, theaters, and marketplaces.

This evolution turned Conan Exiles increasingly into a social and creative game. The DLC was the catalyst for that movement — the point at which the Exiled Lands came alive.

The combination of classical architecture, intricately designed objects, and an eye for detail inspired players around the world to tell their own stories in this world.

The Significance of Aquilonians in Conan Lore and the Exiled Lands

In the stories of Robert E. Howard, Conan’s creator, Aquilonia is the most powerful kingdom of the western world. It symbolizes the peak of human civilization — and the looming downfall through hubris.

The Jewel of the West Pack captures this motif perfectly. It portrays a culture that has achieved everything one can achieve, yet forgets what once made it strong.

This symbolism gives the DLC depth. It’s not just a collection of new building pieces, but an expansion of the narrative world. Even if you never role-play on a server, you can feel that the buildings, weapons, and armor tell a story.

The Aquilonians stand for pride, beauty, and control — values that are as alluring as they are dangerous in Conan Exiles’ ruthless world.

Atmosphere and Music in the Jewel of the West Pack

Jewel of the West also brought a shift in mood. Bright surfaces, golden light, and harmonious architecture create a calm that contrasts with the brutal landscapes.

Amid this order, battles feel almost surreal. Blood on white marble, steel among gardens — that is the visual signature of this pack.

Sonically, the music reinforces the effect. Aquilonia’s soundscape leans on steady drums, gentle flutes, and stately strings. It conveys grandeur, but also melancholy — the sense that every civilization eventually falls.

The result is an atmosphere that oscillates between splendor and transience.

Conclusion on the Conan Exiles DLC Jewel of the West

Jewel of the West was more than the continuation of a successful concept. It was the next step in Conan Exiles’ evolution — a move from survival to culture.

With its classical architecture, splendid armor, and subtle symbolism about civilization and decay, this DLC left a lasting mark on the game’s look and feel.

Players received the tools to build not just castles, but empires — places of peace, power, and pride in a world of blood and dust.

On your own 4Netplayers server, Jewel of the West unfolds its full potential. Here, players can raise Roman-style palaces, build arenas for epic fights, or create entire cities in the Aquilonian style. With stable performance, flexible management, and boundless room for creativity, a simple building project becomes a legacy — a symbol that even in exile, civilization never truly dies.