Water Pump:

Learn how to build and utilize Water Pumps in Anno 1404 to unlock fertile oases on your islands. Discover costs, availability, and strategic tips for resource management.

Hey there! So, you've probably noticed some islands have these cool blue fertility icons, right? That just means the island *could* have that resource, but you gotta build a Water Pump on the matching Oasis first to make it happen.

You'll unlock the Water Pump from the Tech Tree when your city hits Level 3. Fun fact: that same level unlocks the Oriental Architecture upgrade, which is super handy. If you can swing it, try to avoid islands that need a Water Pump until you get your second settlement to Level 3. It can save you a good chunk of resources. But hey, if you desperately need a resource that requires a Water Pump right now, don't be a dummy – just build it!

Sometimes you'll have to choose between an island with okay fertility and one that could be amazing with a Water Pump. Before you decide, take a quick peek at your map. See if that special trader, Anam Arell, is hanging around. If he is, snag that Water Pump island and recruit him – he's a pretty sweet deal for the effort. If he's not there, it's more of a gamble, but usually, getting that 100% fertility is worth it in the long run.

Water Pump Details:

• Size: 2x2
• Cost: 100 Coins, 10 Wood, 10 Stone, 5 Ore
• Available: From Tech Tree at City Level 3
• Upkeep: 0 Coins