With the release of The Three Brothers DLC for Outward: Definitive Edition, city building has become a pivotal endgame activity. This guide will walk you through building New Sirocco, managing resources, unlocking blueprints, and constructing specialized buildings to create a thriving settlement in the harsh region of Caldera.

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Getting Started: Unlocking New Sirocco

Requirement: Complete one of the main faction questlines.

• How to Begin:
  • Travel to the Caldera region and head to Old Sirocco at the southern end.
  • Speak with the NPCs at the entrance and then proceed east to the Old Quarry.

If you attempt to enter Old Sirocco before finishing a faction questline, a guard will block your path.

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Key NPCs and Their Roles

1. Joseph – The Blueprint Master
   • Role: Sells blueprints for buildings and upgrades.
   • Tip: Choose blueprints strategically as building slots are limited.
2. Dorian – The Resource Manager
   • Role: Handles funds, food, timber, and stone management.
   • Tip: Sell silver and gold ingots to convert them into settlement funds.
3. Evangeline – The Researcher
   • Role: Analyzes unidentified samples for rare materials.
   • Tip: Focus on collecting Mole Pig, Plant, and Ore samples in Caldera’s dungeons for better building options.

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Blueprints and Building Management

• Early Game: Build three specialized buildings with two upgrade slots.
• Mid to Late Game: Complete the “To Liberate the Sun” quest to unlock three additional buildings and the ability to upgrade all.

Blueprints to Prioritize:

• Resource Generators:
  • Hunting Lodge → Hunting Guild → Hall.
  • Woodcutter’s Lodge → Carpenter’s Guild → Hall.
  • Mason’s Workshop → Stonecutter’s Guild → Hall.
• Funds Generators:
  • City Hall (scales funds based on housing count).
  • General Store (+150 funds per day).
  • Alchemist Shop (sells potions and magical items).

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Managing Resources Efficiently

1. Funds: Used for building and upkeep.
   • How to Generate: Build shops, City Hall, and sell silver ingots.
2. Food: Supports housing and prevents starvation.
   • Production: Hunting Lodge and trade travel rations.
   • Cap: Starts at 500, upgradeable to 2,000 with a Warehouse.
3. Stone and Timber: Needed for building construction.
   • Production: Mason’s Workshop and Woodcutter’s Lodge.
   • Cap: Starts at 200, upgradeable to 2,000.

Pro Tip: Hover over each resource in the management window to see which buildings contribute to or drain resources.

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Acquiring Rare Materials for Buildings

• Sample Types:
  • Mole Pig Nodes: Requires fishing pole or spear.
  • Plant and Ore Nodes: Require a mining pick.
• Rare Materials:
  • Petrified Organs, Chromium Shards, Amethyst Geodes.
  • Use: Unlock advanced buildings like the Fletcher’s Workshop and Alchemist Shop.

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Strategic Building Placement Tips

• Avoid Central Placements:
  • Place buildings along the edges of open areas.
• City Hall: Build near the entrance for efficient access to Joseph, Dorian, and Evangeline.
• Future-proofing: Plan for upgraded buildings with larger footprints.

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Essential Buildings to Consider

1. City Hall: Unlocks advanced buildings and generates funds.
2. Alchemist Shop: Provides potions and unique materials.
3. Gladiator’s Arena: Allows you to earn medals for passive skills.
4. Warehouse: Upgrades resource caps significantly.

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Questline Integration: To Liberate the Sun

• Objective: Complete within 150 days to unlock additional buildings and upgrades.
• Reward: Ability to upgrade all specialized buildings.

Tip: Build resource generators early to avoid bottlenecks.

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Tips for Efficient City Building

1. Balance Funds and Resources: Overbuilding shops can drain food quickly.
2. Optimize Travel: Use General Store’s caravan upgrade for potential fast travel.
3. Timed Upgrades: Use Joseph’s “Help out for a week” option to speed up construction.

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Conclusion: Building a Thriving New Sirocco

Constructing New Sirocco is a challenging but rewarding process that transforms the Caldera region into a bustling hub. Efficient resource management, strategic building placement, and prioritizing key blueprints are essential for success.

Plan wisely, balance resources, and watch your city thrive in this comprehensive endgame experience.

Share your favorite buildings and strategies in the comments below, and keep exploring the depths of Caldera with confidence!