Workers, gathering and logistics

Workers are essential to early and mid-game growth. They gather resources, support logistics and help convert a city from survival to expansion. Sending the right number of workers matters, but so do other constraints such as travel time, local stock, storage capacity and available cargo.

A gathering trip is not judged by worker count alone. If the destination is nearly empty, if the returning city lacks storage space, or if transport capacity is limited, the delivered amount can still be capped. Repeated routes and overseas gathering can also create different practical results from a simple local trip.

Use the workforce and gathering screens to understand what your city can sustain. Efficient logistics come from balancing worker assignment, timing, shipping needs and city readiness rather than repeatedly sending commands without reviewing the conditions.