Building Types
Buildings in Evony serve different purposes and can be categorized into several types:
| Building Type | Primary Function | Key Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Resource | Produce and store resources | Farms, Sawmills, Quarries |
| Military | Train and maintain troops | Barracks, Stables, Archer Camp |
| Defensive | Protect your city | Wall, Trap Factory, Watchtower |
Pro Tip
Balance your building development according to your playstyle. Warmongers need more military buildings, while farmers should focus on resource production.
Upgrade Priorities
Smart upgrading is key to efficient city development:
Keep
Your Keep unlocks all other building levels. Prioritize upgrading it when possible, but don't neglect other critical buildings.
Academy
Research provides permanent bonuses. Upgrade the Academy to unlock powerful technologies that affect all aspects of your city.
Wall
Strong walls are your first line of defense. Upgrade them to increase their durability and build strong defense troops.
Resource Management
Efficient resource buildings are essential for steady growth:
- Upgrade resource buildings evenly
- Assign gathering generals to boost output
- Research resource production technologies
- Upgrade your Warehouse to protect more resources
- Keep resources below protected
- Don't open all resources
Defensive Buildings
Essential Defenses
Key buildings to protect your city from attacks:
- Wall: Increases city durability and houses traps
- Watchtower: Provides defensive fire during attacks
- Trap Factory: Produces traps to damage attackers
Defense Strategy
To maximize your city's defenses:
- Upgrade defensive buildings before offensive ones
- Keep your trap factory busy producing traps
- Research defensive technologies
- Build a defensive force like a T1 cav
Military Buildings
Critical Tip
Military buildings should be upgraded in tandem with your Keep level. Higher level buildings train troops faster and unlock more advanced units.
Military Building Types
Each military building serves a specific purpose:
- Barracks: Trains ground troops
- Stables: Trains mounted troops
- Archer Camp: Trains ranged troops
- Workshop: Trains siege troops
- Forge: Crafts equipment for generals
City Layout
Optimal city arrangement can improve efficiency and defense:
| Zone | Recommended Buildings | Strategic Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Central Area | Keep, Academy, Warehouse | Protected core buildings |
| Inner Ring | Resource buildings, Forge | Easier access for daily activities |
| Outer Ring | Military buildings, Trap Factory | First line of defense against attacks |
| Corners | Watchtowers, Decorative buildings | Maximize defensive coverage |