Talent Tree Guide
The talent tree lets you improve generals, explorers, and geologists using books. Higher tiers require rarer books.
Each specialist (general, explorer, geologist) has their own talent tree with 5 tiers. Talents are unlocked with books:
| Tier | Required book | Rarity |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 | Manuscripts | Common |
| Tier 2–3 | Compendiums | Rare |
| Tier 4–5 | Codices | Epic |
Skills improve various aspects: combat stats (generals), loot amount (explorers/geologists), search duration, XP bonus, and more.
Bookbinder (from level 15)
The main building for book production. Produces from raw materials at different speeds depending on level:
| Book | Resources | Production time (level 1) |
|---|---|---|
| Manuscript | Softwood planks, ink | 4 hrs |
| Tome | Hardwood planks, ink, leather | 8 hrs |
| Codex | Tropical wood planks, ink, leather, gold | 16 hrs |
Other sources
- Adventure bookbinder: Only available from events, produces faster
- Explorer: Can find books during treasure searches
- Geologists: Rare finds during certain searches
- Events: Books as event rewards or in the event shop
Tip: Build a bookbinder as early as possible and keep it producing continuously — codices especially take a long time!
Each talent requires a certain number of books. Costs increase per tier:
| Tier | Books per skill | Skills in tier | Total per tier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 | 1–3 manuscripts | 3–4 | ~8 manuscripts |
| Tier 2 | 2–5 compendiums | 3–4 | ~12 compendiums |
| Tier 3 | 3–8 compendiums | 3–4 | ~20 compendiums |
| Tier 4 | 2–6 codices | 3–4 | ~15 codices |
| Tier 5 | 4–10 codices | 2–3 | ~25 codices |
The exact costs vary depending on the specialist and the chosen talent.
More information
- Generals — All generals with abilities
- Explorers — Treasure searches & skills
- Geologists — Searches & skills