Hello Everyone! Today, let's talk about an essential element for protecting your empire and mastering defensive strategies: wall construction. This tool allows you to fortify your cities, control territory, and create strategic barriers against enemy invasions. [b]The Importance of Walls[/b] Walls are not just defensive structures; they are a symbol of your empire's power. In Empire Eternal, walls serve to: [list] [*] Protect resources and citizens: Prevent enemies from attacking your workers or destroying important buildings. [*] Control territory: Use walls to limit enemy advancement or guide armies to strategic areas. [*] Fortify your cities: Transform your villages into fortresses, making invasions significantly harder. [/list] [b]How Does Construction Work?[/b] [b]Choosing the Location[/b] [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45215834/9585bd3a6a81d9436e702a7f9e0f1c9b70ddc012.gif[/img] Wall construction starts by selecting the terrain where you want to build them. Be sure to choose strategic locations, such as: [list] [*] Narrow Passages: Block narrow paths or natural entry points. [*] Areas of Interest: Protect mines, farms, or critical buildings. [*] Territory Borders: Establish clear boundaries to expand securely. [/list] [b]Adding Towers and Gates[/b] [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45215834/884ebb712e10fb6e2bb703b8a494d79a2e974546.gif[/img] Walls can be upgraded with: [list] [*] Ladders: Allow your troops to climb the walls, enhancing defense. [*] Gates: Let your troops pass through and can be closed to block enemy advancement. [/list] [b]Required Resources[/b] Building walls requires resources such as wood, stone, and time. Plan wisely, as focusing too much on walls might delay other projects for your empire. [b]Strategies with Walls[/b] [b]Reinforced Defense[/b] Combine walls with towers to create an efficient defensive line. Place archers on the walls to eliminate enemies before they get too close. [b]Guide Enemy Troops[/b] Use walls to guide enemy armies to locations where you have the advantage, such as near catapults or traps. [b]Secure Expansion[/b] Build walls to delineate areas you plan to expand into in the future, protecting workers and new buildings. [b]Specialized Attacks[/b] Forget arrows and swords struggling against mighty walls. Now, use specific weapons and tools to destroy or conquer walls effectively. [b]Challenges in Development[/b] Creating a functional and visually appealing wall system is a significant challenge. We are working to ensure that: [list] [*] Troop pathfinding works well, especially near gates and ladders. [*] Walls adapt to terrain, allowing construction on both flat and uneven ground. [*] Enemy AI responds intelligently, trying to find gaps or destroy gates. [/list] That's all for now! We’d love to hear how you plan to use walls to protect your empires. Share your ideas and suggestions; we’re excited to hear from you! [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45215834/05d1255f4f65f8c138e475ed6311256f8b066d80.png[/img] Until next time, commanders, and remember: great walls build great empires! 🏰⚔️ Empire Eternal Team Empire Eternal - 王