--- title: "Types of capitals and their development" description: "Types of capitals and their development" url: https://support.travian.com/en/articles/173-types-of-capitals-and-their-development collection: "Economy & Infrastructure" updated: 2026-10-21 language: en alternates: [tr, ar, de, pl, cs, es, it, fr, pt, ru] --- # Types of capitals and their development Types of capitals and their development During the **“second village rush”**, players aim to secure their future capital as quickly as possible — before the best spots are taken. Choosing the **right type of capital** early can have a lasting impact on your success. * * * ### Choosing Where to Settle Once your settlers are ready, you have enough culture points, and 750 of each resource, it’s time to decide **where to settle**. In most cases, your **second village** becomes your **capital**, so this is an important decision. If you are in an **alliance**, coordinate with your leaders. Many alliances follow specific settling strategies to optimize resource control and defense. If you play **solo**, you can use the [Crop Finder](https://support.travian.com/articles/53) (available in Gold Club) or simply hover over the map to check tile types and oasis bonuses. * * * ### Capital Options Overview

Future Capital	Description and Recommendations
15-Cropper with 125–150% Oases	Very rare and highly competitive. Expect strong competition both at settling and later stages. Ideal for very active players who invest gold and focus on rapid growth.
15-Cropper with 75–100% Oases	More common and less competitive. Still requires gold for NPC conversions due to high crop output. Prefer those with at least one 50% oasis for faster crop production without needing an early Hero’s Mansion. Best for active players planning to train large armies later.
15-Cropper with 25–50% or No Oases	Not the best capital choice. If these are the only options left, consider a 9-cropper or 7-cropper instead.
9-Cropper with 100–150% Oases	A balanced and flexible option. Produces a good mix of all resources while offering strong crop production for feeding armies. Great for players who want decent efficiency without heavy gold use for resource conversion.
7-Cropper with 150% Oases	Cannot be located with the Crop Finder, but easy to find by exploring nearby oases. A solid and reliable choice — slightly better crop output than a 9-cropper +100% or 15-cropper +50%. Ensure nearby oases aren’t shared with larger croppers to avoid conflicts. Suitable for all player types.

* * * ### Developing Your Capital Developing your capital is similar to building any other village — but with **long-term planning** in mind. #### Step-by-Step Development Guide: 1. **Main Building → Level 20** 2. **All resource fields → Level 8** 3. **One field of each type → Level 10** 4. **Build resource-related buildings** - For **15-croppers**, focus only on **Grain Mill** and **Bakery**. - Skip Sawmill, Brickyard, or Iron Foundry (these are not needed). 5. **Continue upgrading crop fields** above level 10. 6. Add **Warehouses** and **Granaries** as needed. 7. Don’t forget the **Stonemason’s Lodge** to improve building durability. * * * ### Capital Building Focus The type of capital you want determines which buildings you prioritize inside it: #### If your capital is a **resource base**: - Build mainly **Warehouses** and **Granaries** for resource storage. - Add **Marketplace (20)** and **Trade Office (10–15)** for efficient trade routes. - **Academy (20)** for culture points. - **Townhall (10+)** for Great Celebrations. - Upgrade fields and store enough crop to support future growth. - Later, replace standard storage buildings with **Great Warehouses** and **Great Granaries** if your alliance unlocks the required artifact. #### If your capital is a **military base**: - Build **Barracks**, **Stables**, and **Smithy** (for troop upgrades). - Include a **Workshop** if you train catapults or rams. - **Hospital** and **Tournament Square** are key for sustaining large defensive or offensive forces. - Once troop upgrades are finished, you can **demolish the Smithy** — the upgrades remain active. * * * ### Summary Your capital determines your account’s long-term focus — whether it becomes a **resource powerhouse** or a **military hub**. When deciding: - Choose based on **activity level**, **resource availability**, and **alliance strategy**. - 15-croppers are ideal for **highly active** and **gold-using players**. - 9- and 7-croppers provide **balanced options** for most playstyles. - Develop gradually, prioritizing economy first, then military. A well-chosen and efficiently developed capital will fuel your growth throughout the entire game round.