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SPECIAL TERRAIN SQUARES
Each standard terrain square can be enhanced by one of two types of special resource. Where
special resources appear, they add significantly to the economic value of the terrain. Distinct
symbols mark the location of these resources. If your Settlers or Engineer units convert a
square containing a special resource icon into another terrain type, the original specialty is
lost. If the new terrain type can be enhanced by special resources, it is; if the new terrain
is Grassland, it remains a standard terrain. Right now, we’ll give you a brief summary.
Glaciers can be enhanced by Oil deposits, representing increased mineral wealth, and
therefore yielding extra shields when worked. Alternatively, the presence of Walruses
indicate the availability of Ivory, with its greatly enhanced trade goods yield.
Musk Ox stand in some Tundra squares, indicating excellent food sources or the
potential for good grazing; workers in these squares can produce additional food. Other
Tundra squares display Fur, indicating the high potential for arrows because of desirable
trade goods.
Swamp squares can contain Peat, whose usefulness as fuel is indicated by the
enhanced shield yield, or perhaps Spice, exotic flavorings which are prized the world over,
and therefore represent bonus yields in both food and arrow icons.
Gems shine in Jungle terrain to indicate the presence of precious stones, ivory, spices,
salt, or other valuable commodities. These are good trade items and, therefore, the square
in which they appear generates substantial arrows. Jungles also have the potential to
produce exotic Fruits which naturally increase the food output.
Buffalo trotting across the Plains represent raw materials on the hoof; workers in these
squares generate extra shields. On the other hand, Grain represents a particularly fertile
piece of open ground, and a rich source of food.
Coal deposits, shown as black lump icons in Hills terrain, represent rich locations of
coal or metal ores. These areas produce greatly increased shields, especially when mined.
On the other hand, some hills are Wine country, especially suited for growing grapes. Wine
terrain yields greatly increased trade.
Gold gleams in Mountains terrain, representing a bonanza of precious metal ore. The
value of these deposits produces tremendous trade goods. Alternatively, workers might
discover Iron deposits in mountainous areas, yielding a substantial number of shields.
Fish swimming in Ocean terrain represent the location of underwater banks and reefs
where currents and nutrients create excellent fishing grounds. Fishing grounds produce
increased amounts of food. On the other hand, Whales indicate the bounty of the deeps,
and an increase in raw materials and trade goods as well as foodstuffs.
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