learns Map Making can now build ships and expand overseas.

The time it takes to acquire new technology depends on how much
your trade is allotted to new ideas. You must choose between luxuries
that make the people happy, cash for the treasury, and technology
research. The more trade allocated to this research, the faster the next
step is acquired. When enough research has been done, your civilization
acquires the new technology and can begin working on something new.

The world where your civilization exists is mostly unknown to
you, a mystery except in the immediate vicinity. To find out more about
it you must explore. Not only is the world hidden, but also unknown are
the locations of other civilizations.

Other civilizations, especially those nearby, complicate your
task as ruler. Each is ruled by one of your peers, and they are
competing for the same resources and opportunities as you. They also are
looking to expand and grow; at your expense if given the chance. Once
contact is made, you can no longer concentrate solely on the growth and
expansion of your civilization. Now you must assess the strength of
rivals, adequately provide for the defense of your cities in case of
war, or consider making war yourself.

Successful wars can be very useful. Capturing cities is much
easier than building them up from nothing, and may provide loot in
stolen technology and cash. Weakening rivals reduces the threat they
pose. However, long, costly wars may allow unengaged rivals to expand
and grow in strength while you spend resources on arms.

To explore the unknown and contend with your rivals for the
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