
>there are two types of neutral powers that provide soldiers regardless of population level.

these can be upgraded later on with attainments, though the honor is better spend spamming these buttons in the diplomacy menu. and one large oriental warship(600 honor). >you are able to call in auxiliary fleets with honor points from 3 of the neutral harbors, these include armed venitian trade ships(500 honor). in the next chapter, youll find ways to defend yourself during this most crucial stage of your game.Ī lot can happens while you build up your forcess, luckely theres many ways to deal with unwanted suprises, heres a list of *self-defensive* measures you can use may the need arise. weapons are needed in mass however, so its often worth it making a production chain for that depending if the weapon trade is lacking. It is highly adviced to buy the glass and weapons from lord richard as building glass production your self costs precious time and money. Once you finaly recieve your particans, it is imperative to build a keep as quickly as possible as your fellow players will likely evolve with you within the next few minutes. for this two fishing huts, 3 cider farms, 2 hemp farms and a weavers hut should be enough to keep 1 marketplace semi-full of houses stocked. dont invest in things you wont need, such as shipyard, stone roads or tournament grounds, instead give your people the bare minimum to survive. now dont be discouraged! you will have some time before your fellow players come to dispise your existance, use it wisely.

Every great army comes forth from a great mob of peasantry, before your able to put a sword in their hands you will need to build up their hovels to a certain standard of living.
