Every quest a sandbox game can ask of you, in the game's own words: what it wants, who asks, the province it belongs to, the objectives of its quest log and what it pays. The campaign is left out, so nothing here gives the story away.
Your treasury is empty! With Bankruptcy threatening your career as Governor, you have to find a way to make this right...
and 7 more the game writes as you play
In the ominous shadow of Occasus, the volcano threatening again to wreak devastation upon Latium, lies soil fertile enough to grow your cities on a record scale. In this new area of Latium, meet the mysterious priestess Caecilia, your cryptic guide to the movements of the mountain.
and 2 more the game writes as you play
Inspired by stadia present and past, the Hippodrome is a project unmatched in scale. Building it will allow thousands to attend the races; to join in the chaos and the chants, to share in despair and eternal glory.
2 objectives, written by the game as you play
The planning mode allows you to map out your city well in advance. Any buildings built in planning mode will not be functional (yet). Once you have the required materials, finalise construction from the building's panel or use the upgrade tool.
Build a fleet and rule the Mare Nostrum!
Build a fleet and rule the Mare Nostrum!
Whether you want to make money, build, or recruit powerful armies: you need residents. Residents need to be housed in residences.
2 objectives, written by the game as you play
Belief is a powerful force, if channelled correctly.
You need to produce construction materials before you can build big cities.
and 6 more the game writes as you play
Many wonders await, out there, in the unknown. Use your ship to explore. Hic sunt leones!
Ben-Baalion1 objective, written by the game as you play
2 objectives, written by the game as you play
Build a Vigilia to reduce the risk of fire in your city.
1 objective, written by the game as you play
Your first tier residents have three Need categories: Food, Public Services and Fashion. Each Need can be fulfilled by providing one of two options, though you can provide more.
2 objectives, written by the game as you play
As governor, different parties or residents will approach you with requests, advice or try to win your favour with gifts.
Requests are shown at the top left. Some request will disappear after a time, others can be discarded. Important requests may not be so easy to ignore - they will open automatically if you wait too long.
To house more specialists, you can build an Officium or Officia.
Incidents are hard to avoid in a sprawling roman city. However, increasing Health, Happiness and Fire Safety will significantly reduce their impact and frequency. Incidents can affect both residences and production buildings. City Watch buildings helps you manage risk, respond to incidents and rebuild. Major incidents (e.g. plague) require a strong response.
Some buildings require fields or pastures to function. E.g. a pig farm requires pig sties and an oat farm requires oat fields.
Select the required module in the building's panel. You will need to build a specific number, which can also be reviewed in the panel.
New resident tiers unlock new construction materials!
3 objectives, written by the game as you play
10 objectives, written by the game as you play
You need to produce weapons before you can recruit and train units.
2 objectives, written by the game as you play
This is just the beginning. Upgrade residences to attract higher residence tiers and unlock new goods.
2 objectives, written by the game as you play
You now have access to Knowledge. You can use it to research a first upgrade for your Trading Post.
1 objective, written by the game as you play
Hostile ships will automatically enter combat once within range. Ship settings allow your ships to seek and destroy hostile ships on their own.
Some production buildings, such as mines, can only be built at specific locations on your island that are limited in number. E.g. limestone quarries require mountain slots, while clay pits require river slots.
Select an empty slot to pick a fitting building, or choose a building from the construction menu to review fitting slots.
You have gained a specialist! House them in your villa to benefit from their skills.
Roads are essential for your city to function. All buildings require a road connection to your trading post. Without a road, buildings quickly become ruins.
Roads should always interconnect - forming a network that will sustain your entire economy.
Trade Routes are an important part of a growing empire. Creating trade route are useful to automatically transfer goods between your islands but also sell or buy to rivals and traders. You can even transfer goods between different provinces. You need at least one ship on a trade route but you can also assign multiple ships of you need to transport a large quantity of good. A trade route can also pass through multiple island in order to optimize the number of ships required and sometimes delivery time. When setting up trade route you have option for each island like waiting for the exact number of goods or throwaway cargo if goods cannot be loaded. Using these option can help you preventing trade route issue or optimize your trade routes.
Select your ship, make sure it is in proximity of your trading post and open the Transfer Menu to transfer goods between your ship and the island storage.
You can also change the quantity of goods to be loaded / unloaded at the bottom of the panel.
This is just the beginning. Upgrade residences to attract higher residence tiers and unlock new goods.
and 10 more the game writes as you play
Upgrade a residence to Equites
1 objective, written by the game as you play
The Governor Villa is where you reside. It provides special effects later on. If an attacker destroys your villa, they can claim your island.
and 3 more the game writes as you play
You can always exchange goods for denarii at trader harbours.
A Libertus has a request
Libertus1 objective, written by the game as you play
30 Wine
Philanthropic Patron
FinanceShips
Trade Prices-10%
Cargo Weight Speed Reduction-30%13,000 Denarii
Manxand 3 more the game writes as you play
Shapur of Chalcis, Eponian Eques
NatureHorse Breeders
in range
Health Area Effect+1.5
Cerealia, Festival of Ceres
Cernunnalia Festival
Festival of Household GodsHygieia Festival
Vulcanalia
The Emperor pulls you into a private meeting to discuss a sensitive topic.
Gnaeus Firmius Calidus
Procurator Corvinus2 objectives, written by the game as you play
10,000 Denarii
Barley-Shaker NatureBarley Farm in range
Additional 1t every 3 cycles
Workforce Needed-20%The Emperor pulls you into a private meeting to discuss a sensitive topic.
Gnaeus Firmius Calidus
A resident is expecting a delivery of valuable, ancient prophecies from both Diana and Valeria.
Patrician
Library ScrollNo effects
Temple ScrollNo effects
45,000 Denarii
The eruption is over. The time has come to make amends... to mourn those who died, and cherish those who live.
Caecilia4 objectives, written by the game as you play
Orphelia, Orator of the Long Dark NatureProphecies of Ash
Dindymeniac idol collector
Requires Dindymeniac Idol in stock on the island ≥ 1
Productivity+70%Upkeep Cost-70%Workforce Needed-70%
Lucia Bella, Someday Sibyl-To-Be
CivicProphecies of Ash
Volesus Carusus, Fearless Earthdelver
CultureProphecies of Ash
200 Vulcanic Fervour
Diana2 objectives, written by the game as you play
Valeria5 objectives, written by the game as you play
20,000 Denarii
Actuary FinanceResidences in range
Income+0.6Hilaria, Festival of Joy
Ludi Circenses, Festival of Champions
Lugnasad, Festival of Mercury-LugusOvatio, Festival of Prestigious Rule
Spectacula, Festival of the Games
Triumph, Festival of Conquest Valeria2 objectives, written by the game as you play
Canus Praecilius Thrax, Sociable Syndexioi CultureResidences in range
Happiness+2Belief+0.5A scholar at heart
Requires Grammaticus ≥ 15
Happiness+3Belief+0.5Cernunnalia FestivalHilaria, Festival of JoyHygieia Festival
Litterria, Festival of LearningLugnasad, Festival of Mercury-Lugus Manxand 2 more the game writes as you play
Quintus' Letter CultureNo effects
A Libertus has a request
Libertus
A Libertus in turmoil needs help. "I fear that the fever never left us," he says. Will you help him?
Libertus2 objectives, written by the game as you play
80 Tunics
Senuacus, Dousing Dozer
MilitaryResidences in range
Fire Safety+1.8
Armilustrium, Festival of Mars
Eponalia Festival
Neptunalia FestivalStata Mater FestivalTriumph, Festival of Conquest50,000 Denarii
Octriuil, Gifted Healer NatureResidences in range
Health+1.8Cerealia, Festival of CeresCernunnalia FestivalFestival of Household GodsHygieia FestivalVulcanalia
An enormous fire has broken out on your island. The people are running for their lives trying to save themselves from the flames. Some unfortunates have been trapped within their own homes. Your troops should come to rescue and help before it is too late. Rewards: -1min remaining Incident Duration for each evacuated building
1 objective, written by the game as you play
One of the emperor's envoys has asked you to transfer a band of prisoners to Albion, where Procurator Corvinus will be putting them to work. Who knows what they've done?
Equesand 1 more the game writes as you play
Rex Undarum10,000 Denarii
Ben-Baalionand 1 more the game writes as you play
75,000 Denarii Dianaand 3 more the game writes as you play
75,000 Denarii
Haughty Phenomenal Saucier CultureA Merchant has lost crates full of his wares. Look around the harbour for the first one.
Eques13,000 Denarii
DiaryNo effects
An Eques requests a private meeting.
The Mad Cook is keen to get his hands on new and even more exotic ingredients. He is sure to come up with something that will astound your dinner guests.
Libertus
Banquet of Unusual DelightsYou have been asked to support the imperial legions. Some of the more warlike tribes seem to have risen in rebellion and need reminding of the status quo.
EquesRex Undarum
A deadly plague has engulfed your island. Now, the sick aimlessly wander the streets in search of anyone who might have found an antidote or a miracle cure. If your men could at least quarantine them, it would be for the best. Rewards: -1min remaining Incident Duration for each found citizen group in need
3 objectives, written by the game as you play
The Empress requests you to uplift your people by beautifying your cities.
Julia Augusta2 objectives, written by the game as you play
Dorian has made a surprise appearance at your harbour. He seeks a group of Hellenic philosophers who went missing from his bathhouse gymposium.
Dorian30,000 Denarii
Philosophokles, Eurekean Epigonoi ResearchResidences in range
Fire Safety+0.5Knowledge+2Prefers coming up with new ideas in the bath
Requires Baths ≥ 3
Fire Safety+0.5Knowledge+3Cerealia, Festival of CeresHygieia FestivalLitterria, Festival of Learning
Quinquatria, Festival of Minerva
60 Soap
Residents have issues with wild hogs in their vineyards.
AldermanOcus Iad Do-Fuithir
Ocus Iad Erigfet
Uassoro, Neck-Deep Wader EconomyWader Residence in range
Workforce from residents+25%
Boar Whisperer CultureSausages Chain in range
Productivity+35%
Locals gather "sacred" stones from a nearby rock formation, only visible during low tide. A Mercator thinks these stones will fetch a decent price on the market.
Mercator5,000 DenariiTecht Sios Feirge LarioGrad Maithfheile Lario
Voada Of The Scathachand 3 more the game writes as you play
Scipio Thrasea Albionicus, Praefectus Classis Veteranus MilitaryShips
Hitpoints+50%
Ship Archers Ranged Offence+3
Ship Archers Attack speed+30%
Torching Speed+30%Works best in large realms
Requires Trading Posts ≥ 10
Hitpoints+60%Ship Archers Ranged Offence+4Ship Archers Attack speed+40%Torching Speed+40%
Finnegan, Shadowbrought Scion MilitaryRepair Crane in range
Hitpoints+100%Repair radius+50%
Ship repair speed+50%Building repair speed+50%
Simultaneous repairs+1Works hardest when surrounded by defences
Requires Walls on the island ≥ 25
Hitpoints+150%Repair radius+65%Ship repair speed+65%Building repair speed+65%Simultaneous repairs+1150,000 Denarii Diana2 objectives, written by the game as you play
50,000 Denarii
The annual "Iron and Fire Festival", where the Smiths celebrate their craft with a crafts market and a huge bonfire to the god Gobannus, will soon be underway.
A Libertus enters your praetorium with his fists clenched. With all the couth he can muster, he reports that his freed cousins were captured aboard two swift Syracusian pirate ships. "It's the work of that vile raider, Caeso." he growls. The Liberti will likely be sold back into slavery.
Libertus2 objectives, written by the game as you play
Unburdener FinanceShips
Trade Prices-5%Cargo Weight Speed Reduction-25%Hilaria, Festival of JoyLudi Circenses, Festival of ChampionsLugnasad, Festival of Mercury-LugusOvatio, Festival of Prestigious RuleSpectacula, Festival of the GamesTriumph, Festival of Conquest
Windbreaker
SeafaringShips
Unfavourable Wind Impact-50%Favourable Wind Angle+10°Festival of Household GodsLitterria, Festival of LearningNeptunalia FestivalOvatio, Festival of Prestigious RuleStata Mater Festival
Mender SeafaringShips
Hitpoints+15%Self-repair speed+50%Festival of Household GodsLitterria, Festival of LearningNeptunalia FestivalOvatio, Festival of Prestigious RuleStata Mater Festival7,000 DenariiThe Empress requests you to help increase the prosperity of the Empire.
Julia Augusta5 objectives, written by the game as you play
Valeriaand 2 more the game writes as you play
50,000 DenariiA Trader is concerned about recent raider attacks. Now, with a ship missing, you are to blame.
Following the success of the last festival, the Smiths want to hold another, even bigger one.
Smith
Alberon, Notorious Lyer ResearchSaltwort Burner in range
Knowledge Area Effect+1.5Felicitas SeptentrionisFelicitas Meridiei
Plebeianand 1 more the game writes as you play
Athr Iorgwyn
44 Sheep25,000 Denarii
Meticulous Aimer MilitaryTowers in range
Attack range+25%Ranged Offence+2Armilustrium, Festival of MarsEponalia FestivalNeptunalia FestivalStata Mater FestivalTriumph, Festival of Conquest
Stalwart Harbourward MilitaryRepair Crane in range
Hitpoints+25%Ship repair speed+25%Building repair speed+25%Simultaneous repairs+1Armilustrium, Festival of MarsEponalia FestivalNeptunalia FestivalStata Mater FestivalTriumph, Festival of Conquest
Cathubodua, Battle-Crow MilitaryShips
Movement Speed+15%
Province Transfer Speed+30%
Ship Archers Accuracy+20%Ship Archers Ranged Offence+2Armilustrium, Festival of MarsEponalia FestivalNeptunalia FestivalStata Mater FestivalTriumph, Festival of ConquestA Patrician has come to accuse a competitor of piracy and theft. Her business has taken a hit, which may impact your local patricians' access to fine luxury wares...
Patrician35,000 Denarii
25 Togas Valeria
Threatening Tip-OffNo effects
10,000 Denarii Procurator Corvinus2 objectives, written by the game as you play
A weird Hermit is causing trouble for local Smiths.
Smith
Vaento Edua UentuA Alderman asks you to assist a Parthavan envoy. He hopes this will lead to trade between the kingdoms.
Alderman25,000 Denarii Procurator Corvinusand 2 more the game writes as you play
O'Buíochas, Master of Unwinding CultureLythier in range
Happiness Area Effect+1.5
A violent uprising has arisen on your island. The downtrodden and ignored have taken up their arms in an attempt to overthrow your government. Send out your troops to meet them on the battlefield. Rewards: -1min remaining Incident Duration for defeating a group of Rioters
Equesand 1 more the game writes as you play
A large inheritance will be bequeathed to the winner of a ship race. If you win the race, the beneficiary will share the payout.
Noble Procurator Corvinus
50 Coal20 ReputationAn odd rumour has spread through the taverns of your town. A senator lost a bet to a drunk shepherd and adopted one of his sheep as his rightful heir— but unfortunately, the sheep in question has escaped. Now, where could a sheep possibly be hiding?
Dianaand 1 more the game writes as you play
Devoted Brother of Herakles Nature12,000 DenariiA Wader's revelry desperately needs a beer run. He asks you to replenish the party's supply.
Wader
Preacher ReligionResidences in range
Belief+0.6Armilustrium, Festival of MarsCerealia, Festival of CeresCernunnalia FestivalEponalia FestivalFestival of Household GodsLugnasad, Festival of Mercury-LugusNeptunalia FestivalQuinquatria, Festival of MinervaVulcanalia
Iain Thespis, Brightener of Days CultureResidences in range
Happiness+1.8Cernunnalia FestivalHilaria, Festival of JoyHygieia FestivalLitterria, Festival of LearningLugnasad, Festival of Mercury-LugusA resident in despair needs guidance regarding his sick goat.
WaderDead goatMinor epidemicThe favor of the gods Plebeian
Cabin Cleanser CivicLatrines in range
Prestige Area Effect+0.57,000 Denarii
20 Olive Oil Manxand 9 more the game writes as you play
Diana3 objectives, written by the game as you play
75,000 Denarii
Patanjali, Flavor Lexicologist ResearchEpicure of Water in range
Knowledge Area Effect+1.5 Manx50,000 Denarii
Tarragonand 3 more the game writes as you play
15 Weapons10 Reputation
Clarion Caller MilitaryBarracks in range
Troop Recruitment Cost-20%
Troop Recruitment Speed+100%Armilustrium, Festival of MarsEponalia FestivalNeptunalia FestivalStata Mater FestivalTriumph, Festival of Conquest5,000 Denarii
Deep-water Dredger FinanceShips
Denarii for sinking ships+500Ship Scorpion Attack range+10%Ship Scorpion Attack speed+15%Hilaria, Festival of JoyLudi Circenses, Festival of ChampionsLugnasad, Festival of Mercury-LugusOvatio, Festival of Prestigious RuleSpectacula, Festival of the GamesTriumph, Festival of Conquest
Legio IAs the custodian of the city's repository of knowledge, the Librarian treasured each scroll as a vessel of ancient wisdom. One ill-fated day, a slip of the hand tore the delicate parchment of a prized manuscript. Surely she can cover up the mistake?
Patrician
Manuscript "The Golden Abs"No effects
45,000 Denarii Voada Of The Scathach1 objective, written by the game as you play
120,000 Denarii
Aisling, Ollamh of Shadow Culture Manxand 1 more the game writes as you play
25,000 DenariiA Noble has invited you to attend his wedding ceremony. Local tradition calls for the exchange of gifts.
Noble
Proper Wedding Gift
Peerless Wedding Gift
Prestigious Wedding Gift Procurator Corvinus2 objectives, written by the game as you play
A star has fallen in Albion. Zara Nitu asks you to investigate.
Zara Nitu35,000 Denarii
The cult spreadsCult ExperimentsYou have been asked to keep an eye out for a lost ship and its adventurous captain, Siculus Amissus.
Mercator4 objectives, written by the game as you play
10,000 DenariiRex Undarum LibertusMad Cook's Footsteps
Mad Cook, Favourite of Moguns CultureA Merchant transporting exquisite wine has gone missing in Latium.
Mercator10,000 Denarii
Vinecrusher ReligionYou have sacrificed all that you deemed fit for the occasion, but the tribute was received with a tremor. Caecilia seems to be spiraling deeper into despair— but you can make your own preparations.
Caecilia5 objectives, written by the game as you play
Attendant Graver EconomyProphecies of Ash
Statuettes in range
Productivity+20%
Piecemeal Ludologist EconomyProphecies of Ash
Latrunculi Sets in range
Productivity+20%An Alderman tells the story of the ancient hero Conlaoch.
Alderman10,000 Denarii
Owain o Ywen, Keeper of Lore Research
Licia Maand 5 more the game writes as you play
50,000 Denarii
Serican Smuggler SeafaringShips
Trade Prices-5%Cargo Weight Speed Reduction-25%Damage Slowdown-25%
Gan Ye, Envoy to Haixi FinanceShips
Trade Prices-10%Province Transfer Speed+30%Upkeep Cost-25%A Patrician demands your attention.
Patrician35,000 Denarii
Watchman CultureCustodes in range
Available Patrols+1Cernunnalia FestivalHilaria, Festival of JoyHygieia FestivalLitterria, Festival of LearningLugnasad, Festival of Mercury-Lugus
Neferneru7,500 Denarii
10 Brooches
Gastraphetus, Ballistic Brave MilitaryShips
Ship Scorpion Attack range+25%Ship Scorpion Attack speed+35%
Caeso Regulus Syracus3 objectives, written by the game as you play
60,000 DenariiFlying rocks ejected by the volcano contain obsidian. Pick it up to profit!
Caecilia2 objectives, written by the game as you play
An ambitious Eques promised his uncle a ridiculously lavish birthday celebration in your city. He has made preparations, but he needs your help pulling it off.
Eques1 objective, written by the game as you play
10,000 DenariiHora Laeta Niaquae Smith1 objective, written by the game as you play
5,000 DenariiA trader of priceless ancient relics has been the target of vile raiders. He requests a governor's escort to protect his ships.
Equesand 2 more the game writes as you play
13,000 Denarii
Mindful Wright SeafaringShips
Hitpoints+30%Damage Slowdown-40%Festival of Household GodsLitterria, Festival of LearningNeptunalia FestivalOvatio, Festival of Prestigious RuleStata Mater Festival Procurator Corvinus
You accepted a contract to find and retrieve a client's lost cargo. Ships are always sinking, after all.
1 objective, written by the game as you play
You accepted a contract to provide a client some sort of ship.
1 objective, written by the game as you play
You accepted a contract to deliver a selection of goods to a client.
1 objective, written by the game as you play
You accepted a contract to obliterate enemy ships on behalf of a client.
1 objective, written by the game as you play
You accepted a contract to escort and protect a client's ship.
1 objective, written by the game as you play
The retreating imperial forests are posing an increased challenge to woodcutters and shipwrights alike. You are asked to help replenish the empire's war fleet so that trade routes between the provinces may stay safe.
You have been asked to reinforce the imperial fleet after a battle at sea went south. It is clear what the emperor expects of you.
The Cura Annonae (imperial grain fleet) requires more trading ships to travel the far reaches of the Empire. As a powerful governor, you are expected to make a contribution.
The Emperor demands that you declare war on another Governor with a waning Reputation. A lesson must be taught.
1 objective, written by the game as you play
3 versionsYour Emperor asks you to hunt down raider ships that roam the seas and attack innocent citizens of the Empire.
1 objective, written by the game as you play
6 objectives, written by the game as you play
4 versionsThe Emperor has generously issued you a task, which on completion, will help you dig yourself out of the hole you find yourself in. Should you fail to comply, you may suffer harsh consequences.
1 objective, written by the game as you play
Caecilia6 objectives, written by the game as you play
Caecilia5 objectives, written by the game as you play
Caeciliaand 10 more the game writes as you play
and 2 more the game writes as you play
and 4 more the game writes as you play
and 4 more the game writes as you play
Burnout ReligionThe Hippodrome
Hippodrome on Island
Prestige+1001 objective, written by the game as you play
An Eques, bored with the horse and chariot races, proposes a more exciting venture: bull racing.
Eques15,000 Denarii
