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Anno 117: Pax Romana – The Perfect City Layout: The New 17x19 Layout!
This video introduces a new 17x19 layout for Anno 117: Pax Romana, intended as a flexible replacement for the 10x10 layout from Anno 1800. It offers enough space for most buildings in the game and allows for easy customization and expansion of the city.
1. 💡 Introduction to the 17x19 Layout as a Flexible City Plan
- ✅ The video introduces a new 17x19 layout for Anno 117: Pax Romana.
- ✅ It is intended as a flexible replacement for the popular 10x10 layout from Anno 1800.
- ✅ The name 17x19 may not be as catchy, but the size is necessary due to the building dimensions in Anno 117.
00:00 - 00:29
1. 💡 Introduction to the 17x19 Layout as a Flexible City Plan
- ✅ The video introduces a new 17x19 layout for Anno 117: Pax Romana.
- ✅ It is intended as a flexible replacement for the popular 10x10 layout from Anno 1800.
- ✅ The name 17x19 may not be as catchy, but the size is necessary due to the building dimensions in Anno 117.
00:30 - 01:32
2. 🛠️ Reasons for the Unusual Size and Lack of Blueprints
- ✅ The buildings in Anno 117 have irregular sizes, which makes choosing an ideal layout size difficult.
- ✅ There are currently no blueprints in the game, as these are likely being reworked for the console version.
- ✅ Patience is required, as blueprints will likely be available again in the future.
01:33 - 02:29
3. 📐 Creating the 17x19 Layout: Step-by-Step Guide
- ✅ The 17x19 layout refers to the area within the street boundary.
- ✅ First, place six houses on one side and five houses on the opposite side, leaving one or two fields free.
- ✅ Then outline the houses with streets to create the 17x19 layout.
02:30 - 04:39
4. 🏛️ Building Placement: What Fits in the 17x19 Layout?
- ✅ Almost all buildings fit into the 17x19 layout, including the Theater, Forum, Temple, and Library.
- ✅ The Temple fits perfectly with three free fields on each side.
- ✅ The Amphitheater can also be integrated, leaving room for ornaments.
- ⚠️ The only building that doesn't fit well is the Bathhouse, as it is one field too large.
04:40 - 05:29
5. 🛁 Dealing with the Bathhouse: An Exception in the Layout
- ✅ Since the Bathhouse does not fit into the layout, it can be temporarily placed if necessary by removing the back street.
- ✅ Since you don't need many bathhouses on an island, this is an acceptable solution.
- ✅ Apart from the Bathhouse, all other buildings fit into the 17x19 layout.
05:30 - 06:30
6. ⚖️ 17x19 vs. 19x19: Why Flexibility is Crucial
- ✅ A 19x19 layout does not offer the same flexibility as the 17x19 layout.
- ✅ The additional fields in the 17x19 layout allow more room for adjustments and decorations.
- ✅ The 17x19 layout offers more possibilities for production buildings and ornaments, which is important for prestige.
06:31 - 07:29
7. 🎯 Target Audience and Efficiency: Who is the Layout Suitable For?
- ✅ The 17x19 layout is not the most efficient in terms of space utilization.
- ✅ It is aimed at casual players, beginners, and people looking for a simple, replicable layout.
- ✅ Minmaxers and efficiency-oriented players should consider alternative layouts.
07:30 - 08:32
8. 🌐 Ano Companion: A Resource for Efficient Layouts
- ✅ For more efficient layouts, the Ano Companion website by Taludas is recommended.
- ✅ The website offers a variety of efficient layouts for residential buildings and production chains.
- ✅ A link to the Ano Companion website and Taludas' YouTube channel can be found in the description.
08:33 - 10:42
9. 🔄 The 17x19 Layout at a 45-Degree Angle: Adjustments and Special Features
- ✅ The 17x19 layout can also be used at a 45-degree angle, but requires some adjustments.
- ✅ Due to the different tile size at a 45-degree angle, the additional street tiles must be placed on the longer side.
- ✅ At a 45-degree angle, the Bathhouse fits into the layout, while it does not fit at a 90-degree angle.
10:43 - 12:34
10. 🏙️ Example City: Applying the Layout in Practice
- ✅ The video shows an example city built with the 17x19 layout at 90- and 45-degree angles.
- ✅ The city looks organized and fits the theme of a Roman city.
- ✅ The layout can also be used in Albon to design Celtic cities.
12:35 - 14:10
11. 🚀 Conclusion: Flexibility and Easy City Expansion
- ✅ The 17x19 layout is flexible, modular, and allows the integration of almost all buildings in the game.
- ✅ It enables rapid city expansion by simply copying and pasting layouts.
- ✅ The layout saves time on street planning and allows you to focus on the core of the game.