The heart of Anno 1404 lies in complex production. The wiki provides the most efficient building ratios, but the "Reeve's Book" (Bailiwick) is essential for keeping proper balance.
Ships do not regenerate health automatically. You must build a on your island's coast. When a ship docks near a warehouse with a crane, it slowly repairs. Upgrade the crane to repair faster.
You earn Honor Points by trading. In the Venice add-on, even passive trading counts. A common trick to generate quick honor is to . This isn't profitable, but it's a very effective way to earn honor if you have gold to spare.
Instead of the standard "Prestige" system used by the Occidental and Oriental factions, Venice uses . These are passive buffs unlocked using "Talent Points" earned by settling islands and completing quests. Anno 1404 Venice Guide
Don't forget to protect yourself! Placing your own spies in your city acts as a "police force" to intercept enemy agents. 3. The City Council: Conquest Without Cannons
The most anticipated feature, allowing competitive and cooperative play with up to 8 players.
Buy the first three seats before the AI generates high income. The heart of Anno 1404 lies in complex production
: When a rival grew too bold, the governor sent spies from the Venetian Base of Operations to incite riots and sabotage production lines. The Grand Cathedral
Venetian naval power is unmatched, making them dominant in sea-based combat.
| Tier | Basic | Cultural | Luxury | |------|-------|----------|--------| | Nomad | Water, Dates | Small mosque | Rugs, Camel wool | | Envoy | Coffee, Carpets | Bathhouse, big mosque | Perfume | You must build a on your island's coast
Once you own enough shares, you can completely take over the island. The Art of Espionage
: Diverts tax income from the target player to your treasury. Counter-Espionage
To prevent sabotage like the "False Prophet" from spreading, keep your residential blocks somewhat modular. If a riot starts in one sector, it won't necessarily paralyze your entire capital.
Automate glass, garment, and wine chains to sustain the upper class. If you want to optimize your gameplay further, let me know: What are you playing against? Are you struggling with gold income or honor generation ?
Espionage is the definitive mechanic of the Venice expansion. To use it, you must build a , which allows you to recruit spies and infiltrate rival cities. Infiltration Steps