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Mechanics hub

Mechanics

Use this hub for exact system rules. Pick one topic at a time, then open the linked guide if you want a walkthrough.

Exact rulesOne topic per pageGuide links included

resources

Resources

Resources set your pace. Raw materials drive growth, refined materials unlock options, and shortages slow plans.

Open Resources guideHow does the market work? (orders, fills, fees)

infrastructure

Infrastructure

Infrastructure sets population cap, improvement room, and baseline economic pace.

Open Infrastructure guideGetting started: what should I do in my first hour?

improvements

Improvements

Improvements are your specialization layer. Compare effects, costs, and upkeep before filling slots.

Open Improvements guideHow does the build queue work (and can I cancel)?

wonders

Wonders

Wonders are strategic commitments. Check what each one changes before you commit slots and upkeep.

Open Wonders guideProgression V2: 2h ticks, era gates, labor-funded projects, and Legacy pacing

tech tree

Tech tree

Research turns long plans into a sequence. Use this page to map prerequisites, unlocks, and era timing.

Open Tech tree guideProgression V2: 2h ticks, era gates, labor-funded projects, and Legacy pacing

military units

Military units

Unit mix is all tradeoffs: command pressure, upkeep burden, and sustainable war tempo.

Open Military units guideHow does war work? (declare → attack → results)

operations

Operations

Operations are deterministic commitments with visible costs. Check requirements before committing to war or intel sequences.

Open Operations guideHow does war work? (declare → attack → results)