Lumber Camp
Economic - DarkDescription
"Drop-off point for wood. Also researches wood-cutting technologies that improve gathering speed."
Strategic Analysis
Strategic Role
The Lumber Camp is crucial for efficient wood gathering. Wood is needed for almost everything, making Lumber Camps one of the most important economic buildings.
Key Tactics
Placement Distance
Place Lumber Camps 2 tiles from the treeline. This allows villagers to deposit quickly and immediately find new trees.
Multiple Camps
Build new Lumber Camps as the treeline recedes. Villagers walking long distances waste significant gathering time.
Upgrade Priority
Double-Bit Axe (+20% speed) should be researched immediately in Feudal Age. It pays for itself quickly.
Warning
Long walking distances kill your wood economy. Relocate Lumber Camps frequently as you cut through forests.
Stats Analysis
The Lumber Camp is identical to the Mill and Mining Camp in stats. Its value lies in reducing villager walking time for wood.
Hit Points
600 HP
Low health. Protect your Lumber Camps from raids as losing them disrupts wood income.
Wood Techs
3 Upgrades
Each upgrade adds 20% wood gathering speed. All three combined give +60% efficiency.
Wood Cost
100 Wood
Worth the investment. A well-placed Lumber Camp more than pays for itself.
Technologies
Placement Tip
Build 2 tiles from treeline, not touching. This gives space for villagers to work efficiently.
Timing Tip
Build your first Lumber Camp with your 7th-8th villager. Research Double-Bit Axe immediately upon reaching Feudal Age.
