what is the little blue bug/scarab-y icon?

[abetterjulie]

I need one of whatever that is to build my fort. I don't know what it is or how to get it.
Also, I don't understand my population numbers. They seem low despite having numerous house squares. It doesn't seem to be affecting anything, but the longer the game goes, the less people I seem to have.
And lastly, does leaving the cursor on a square actually *do* anything, or will those resources and things produce without me highlighting that area?

Sorry for all the questions. I'm enjoying what I understand!

[Darenn Keller]

Originally posted by abetterjulie:

I need one of whatever that is to build my fort. I don't know what it is or how to get it.
Also, I don't understand my population numbers. They seem low despite having numerous house squares. It doesn't seem to be affecting anything, but the longer the game goes, the less people I seem to have.
And lastly, does leaving the cursor on a square actually *do* anything, or will those resources and things produce without me highlighting that area?

Sorry for all the questions. I'm enjoying what I understand!

I'm glad you're enjoying the game!
I think you're refering to the Science icon. You actually don't need one to upgrade your Home into a Fort. If you look closely, you will notice that it's actually a "+1", it will give you one science.

As for your population numbers, it might be because of your other buildings! Some buildings consumes population every day, like the lumberjack, the windmill, the church, etc...

So the more buildings you build, the more houses you need!

And the more houses you build, the more food you need to feed them.

I hope it helps, if you're liking the game so far, please don't hesitate to leave a review on Steam, it helps me a lot.

Take care.