(08-11-2022, 10:05 PM)chance Wrote: Shitposting aside, we've discussed this and will be making it mandatory to create a ticket prior to settlement construction, just so the staff can make sure you're not building on Vdalion's doorstep. But at the same time, I think there's a nice 'settlement in progress' vibe since you do need to acquire the buildings (25k each) after putting down the landmark.
We'll also update the settlement guide with rulings related to the above discussion.
But yeah, in this scenario, it looks like it's just IC and seems closer than it is because Meranthe's width is much larger than its height. The ability to contest the construction and raze has been granted, a 10v10 battle (specifically against the Greathive).
But how do you even classify this scenario?
Under the current rules razing is only available when someone tries to build a town without the backing of a major power. The settlement in question is
1. Constructed reasonably far from Aphros and Vdalion when considering all the routes that one could take to avoid it - it being a 'screen away' seems to be false to an extent.
2. Backed by Delphina.
Here, it looks like it's been subjectively viewed as 'too close' to Aphros. What's the ruling here? If a major nation dislikes the fact that a settlement is being built, do they get a chance to freely take it over (and claim the resources used for it) in a risky battle despite the fact that it has Delphina's backing?
Quote:Settlement Razing
Small settlements that are constructed without the official, declared backing of a major nation are vulnerable to banditry and opportunism. It's important to form alliances. Razing declarations are battles set up within 48 hours and are typically a cap 2 setting.