Polytopian Times

In this week's episode Espark and I take a detailed look at what tribes we think are best and worse! You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this week's episode I take a look at which tribe is my favorite in the new pace of the naval rework's gameplay. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode Espark joins us to talk about the new vibe to naval warfare in The Path Of The Ocean update, a light start to more episodes delving deeper into the new mechanics. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode we're taking a look at where the meta is beginning to settle now that the naval rework has officially rolled out. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this week's episode we're discussing the latest changes to the beta and how that will affect gameplay. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this week's episode we're discussing the newly announced naval rework beta, all of the known changes so far, and how that could fundamentally change the meta of Might mode, as well as how to access the beta. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this week's episode I take a contentious position and posit that Cymanti deserves a minor buff after the many, many nerfs it has had since release, especially since both Elyrion and Polaris have gotten recent buffs. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode we propose a few new buildings that would help vitalize the late game, utilize otherwise normally empty tiles, and give players more interesting and strategic choices to make without being overly complex for the simplified economy of Polytopia. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode we discuss where we think the current meta of the game is and how it might be a little different for the special tribes compared to the standard ones. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

We're taking a break from our regularly scheduled content to announce the release of the free Polytopian Times ebook “A Canticle For Tsäm”, a collection of the lore that was featured in our tribe episodes for leisurely reading. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu ePub Version of A Canticle For Tsäm: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pK0AcNCJNQBPmu_N8UGPsjAp81IFtvaM/view?usp=drivesdk PDF Version of A Canticle For Tsäm: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ncEyKJ9dKJNSiMm6w9Tc1IrJWWLWP7F9/view?usp=drivesdk

In this week's episode we take a look at what know about the upcoming Ancients tribe and the context around their legacy in the existing lore, and make some speculations on what we think their release lore will be. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this week's episode we discuss the mechanics behind movement in the game, what bonuses or penalties affect that, tricks you can leverage to affect your movement and your opponents, and how things can be a little different for the special tribes. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this week's episode we're discussing our thoughts on canals and highways as two things that could potentially be added to the game, and how we think they should work. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this week's episode we discuss whether to pick walls or stars when given the option leveling up a city, and factors that can sway your decision. Here is the link to Big Burr's YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/rBmriSHrdNg You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode we discuss the factors that affect your decision on whether to make your first city upgrade an explorer or a workshop, exploring use cases for both routes and offering general advice. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In today's episode Rayzr Z and I discuss what a potential naval warfare rework could look like, and how different changes could impact gameplay and the overall meta. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode we discuss whether getting population growth or expanding your city's borders is the better decision, and what factors affect which option is best for your situation, as well as general advice for this city level-up choice. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode Espark and I discuss when to get a tech, and when perhaps it might not be the best time to spend on one, and some advice to guide you when it comes to which techs to buy. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode Espark and I talk about the upcoming Ancients tribe, what we know so far and what we think could be done with them. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode we discuss the Aquarion, strategies you can use when playing as and against them, and general advice for the tribe. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode we take a look at the Polaris, their lore, strategies you can use while playing as and against them, and general advice for the tribe. If you're interested in checking out our training program head on over to our discord! You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

Unfortunately, this week's episode was delayed due to some stuff coming up over the last few weeks that needed to be attended to. We'll be back with the next tribe episode at the regularly scheduled time!

In this episode we take a look at the ∑∫ỹriȱŋ, their lore, strategies you can use when playing as and against them, and general advice for the tribe. If you're interested in joining the Polytopian Times training program as a mentor or trainee head over to the Polytopian Times discord! You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this week's episode we take a look at the Cymanti, their lore, strategies you can use while playing as and against them, and general advice for the tribe. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode we take a look all the all of the cumulative changes that happened over the course of 2022 and where we think the game is going in 2023! You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this week's episode we discuss the Vengir, their lore, strategies you can use while playing as and against them, and general advice for the tribe. If you want to share your replays on the Polytopian Times discord you can use the following link! You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode we take a look at the upcoming Esports update! You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode we take a look at the Yadakk, discussing their lore, strategies you can use when playing as and against them, and general advice for the tribe. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu And here's the link to that amazing music video: https://youtu.be/ztYiY8gQxp0

In this episode we take a look at the Ai-Mo, discussing their lore, talking about strategies you can use when playing as and against them, and general advice for the tribe. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu Link to Ai-Mo Strategy Guide: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1__WILhRzmKiuReix-kFW5ZIKF3lCNnLS70ipodW9FJs/mobilebasic

In this episode we take a look at the most recent update to the game, and how those changes impact the game for the worse. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode we take a look at the Quetzali, talking about their lore, discussing strategies you can use while playing as them and against them, and general advice for the tribe. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode we talk about Hoodrick, their lore, discuss some strategies you can use while playing as them and against them, as well as general advice for the tribe. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode we talk about the Zebasi, discussing their lore, strategies you can use when playing as or against them, and general advice for the tribe. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode we take a look at the Luxidoor, their lore, some strategies you can keep in mind while playing as and against them, and general advice for the tribe. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode we discuss the lore of the Kickoo, some strategies you can use while playing as them and against them, as well as general advice for the tribe. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode we take a look at Bardur, talking about their lore and discussing strategies you can use when playing as and against them. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu Many thanks to all of the great folks at the Polytopian Times discord who keep that place lively and fun! Specifically thanks to BokoBoy, Marse, Santoku, Momo, Sam Da Mad, Grraddokk, Yin31, and Dastig for all of their hard work!

Sorry Polytopians, the host has caught COVID and can't record this week. We expect to be back at it on the next regularly scheduled week!

In this we episode we take a look at the Oumaji, discussing their lore, spawn rates, and strategy for how to play them optimally. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu We also wanted to give a special thank you to Tan11pan and all he's done for the Polytopian Times since the show started. Tan's one stellar dude, and we here at the Polytopian Times wish him the best!

In this episode we take a look at the Xin-Xi, their lore, and strategy you can use when playing as and against them. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode we take our second look at Imperius, updating their lore coverage, talking about strategy, and discussing their new place in the Diplomacy beta. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode we talk about the upcoming launch of Diplomacy and where we think the game will be going next. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode we discuss the current state of the Diplomacy beta, our estimations to when it'll be out, and how the latest changes affect which direction the game will go. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode we answer a question asked on the Polytopian Times discord about when it's best to go for a second warrior at the start of the game vs when it's not, and what to consider with that. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode we take a look at how to use cloaks both offensively and defensively. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode we talk in more depth about PolyChamps, the competitive multiplayer team game league, and how you can become a member of the pro league! Looking for a challenge? It's waiting in PolyChamps: https://discord.gg/4rheRsffRm You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode we take a look at the new changes to the Diplomacy Beta and what that means in terms of gameplay and timing for the update's release. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode we discuss the in-game score and how you can use it to help understand what your opponents are up to. Shout out to Tan11Pan for the awesome thumbnails for the YouTube channel! Speaking of the Polytopian Times YouTube channel, here's the link: https://youtube.com/channel/UCjfFfzMhpflnp0Y-co5h0FQ You can find the Ai-Mo Times here: https://aimo.polytopia.fun/ You can also check out Espark's latest PolyChampions video here: https://youtu.be/MabUSmmhZQk You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode we talk about the addition of the live game setting for the game timer and replays, which are super useful for training, competitive games, and of course good old fashioned joy watching a well planned strategy play out. If you're interested in training you can check out the Training section of our discord server! You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this week's episode we discuss the PolyCalc discord tool and how you can use it. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this episode we discuss which resources are the most lucrative, and how different spawn rates can impact the viability of those resources. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu

In this week's episode we discuss what the Zone of Control is and how to use it to your advantage. You can join the Polytopian Times discord by clicking this link: https://discord.gg/2Gz6bkemKu