Chapter 1: Exploration
Exploration Insight
You've uncovered a wide area of terrain around your base and now have
a pretty good understanding of where you are situated. But what does this
information really mean in the scheme of things?
You could find yourself in
an almost limitless number of situations, all of which speak to where
you and your civilization should head in terms of technology and research.
For instance, if you find yourself
on a small island in the middle of nowhere, obviously you're going to
be hard-pressed for quick expansion because of the limited terrain for
building. Therefore, island dwellers should concentrate their research
on naval units, so they can get off the island quickly and explore new
regions of the map.
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"When
they discover the center of the universe, a lot of people will be
disappointed to discover they are not it."
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Alternatively,
you may be situated on a large landmass with no enemies in sight. This
fortunate position lets you earmark less research for a military build-up
and concentrate more on peaceful activities like expansion and infrastructure.
Ultimately, where you are dictates
a course of action. It is the leader who doesn't take his situation into
account in the early stages of the game that is doomed to failure.
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WARNING
Just as being alone for long periods of time lets
you engage in all manner of research without worrying about military
action, the same is true for the enemy. It's the enemies in seclusion
that are perhaps your biggest threat for the simple reason that
no one has been bugging them, diverting them, or attacking them,
allowing for an impressive build-up of technology and units.
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Exploration Recap
* Build several scout patrols at the beginning of the game.
* Uncover as much hidden terrain as possible.
* Seek new areas that are rich in resources for the construction of new
cities.
* Hoard every supply pod you can.
* Repair injured units at monoliths.
* Raise the morale of units at monoliths.
* Guide alien artifacts to a city with a network node, unleashing a new
technology.
* Wipe out enemy factions that are too close for comfort... before it's
too late!
Next
- Chapter 2: Infrastructure
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