Lizardmen tech tree

The Lizardmen tech tree consists of technologies that unlock new advantages throughout the game. Research takes place constantly, but the rate at which discoveries occur can be increased by using heroes to spy or building additional research buildings at your settlements.

Tech tree[]

Technologies[]

Tech	Cost	Effects
Interpreting the Old Ones' Meaning Correct interpretation is essential if the Great Plan is to be executed to the Old Ones' intended design.	1000	Public order: +3 Allows researching tier 4 and later technologies
Determining the Great Plan There are many paths to order and knowledge; may the Old Ones guide us.	2000	Public order: +3 Allows researching top tier technologies
Tablet of Spawning
Tablet of Spawning Research the following items to advance the Lizardmen's Great Plan even further.	400	Recruitment cost: -5% for Skink and Chameleon Skinks units
Sequence of Skink Spawning The above-ground spawning pools must be prepared; new Skinks will be required if the Plan is to be interpreted on schedule.	500	Unit experience: +2 for Skink unit recruits
Sequence of Saurus Spawning Those spawning pools located underground must be ready - war is always at hand and fresh Saurus will be needed to fight.	600	Unit experience: +2 for Saurus unit recruits
Sequence of Enhanced Instinct These directions ensure sufficient numbers of beast-sensitives among Skink and Saurus spawnings.	700	Recruitment cost: -5% for Saurus units Unit experience: +2 for Cold One unit recruits Unit experience: +2 for Terradon Riders unit recruits
Sequence of Creature Bonding The bond between beast and rider must not be underestimated.	800	Unit experience: +2 for Bastiladon, Stegadon and Feral Carnosaur unit recruits
Sequence of Guardian Spawning A near-constant state of war should not prevent the construction or management of the temple-cities.	900	Unit experience: +2 for Kroxigors unit recruits Unit experience: +2 for Temple Guards unit recruits
Sequence of Strengthening Those Lizardmen destined for leadership roles have exotic skin-markings.	1000	Lord recruit rank: +2 Lord recruit rank: +2
Tablet of War
Tablet of War Research the following items to advance the Lizardmen's Great Plan even further.	400	Income from post-battle loot: +5%
Sequence of Stoicism The wisest race is indifferent to pain and fortune's many vicissitudes.	500	Leadership: +3
Sequence of Marching Lizardmen do not tire easily - this sequence ensures that all Saurus spawnings have the required stamina.	600	Campaign movement range: +10%
Sequence of Utilitarianism Individual lives are of little importance; in the final analysis only the Great Plan matters.	700	Magic item drop chance: +10%
Sequence of Annihilation Those who dare to remove the Old Ones' precious legacy from their sacred sites will be obliterated from the face of the world.	800	Income from looting settlements: +20% Income from sacking settlements: +20%
Sequence of Absolute Obedience Compliance without question ensures that the path to the Great Plan remains as clear as possible.	900	Leadership: +5
Sequence of Geomantic Healing Energy can be siphoned from the Geomantic Web to heal or teleport reinforcements to where they are needed most.	1000	Casualty replenishment rate: +20%
Tablet of Order
Tablet of Order Research the following items to advance the Lizardmen's Great Plan even further.	400	Enemy Hero action success chance: -3% Enemy Hero action success chance: -3%
Sequence of Scrying By which the Old Ones' agents may be guided remotely, greatly increasing their chances of success.	500	Hero action cost: -15% Hero action success chance: +3%
Sequence of Civilisation Understanding of the Great Plan involves the realisation that others have a role to play.	600	Diplomatic relations: +5 with High Elves and Lizardmen
Sequence of Protection The insidious taint and corruption of destruction's dark forces must be kept at bay.	700	Untainted: +1
Sequence of Infiltration The ability to remain hidden almost anywhere is vital if the foe's intrigues are to be discovered and frustrated.	800	Hero action success chance: +5%
Sequence of Purification Disturbances in the Geomantic Web are detected long before they become viable threats, enabling their sources to be found and purged accordingly.	900	Untainted: +2
Sequence of Projected Presence It is possible for the Slann to communicate telepathically with their agents in the field, and send visions to guide their hands.	1000	Hero recruit rank: +2 Hero action cost: -15%
Tablet of Monuments
Tablet of Monuments Research the following items to advance the Lizardmen's Great Plan even further.	400	Growth: +10
Sequence of the City Every plaza, every ziggurat, every stone - each element must be laid out exactly as the Old Ones decreed.	500	Construction cost: -15% for Province Capital/Settlement buildings
Sequence of Construction The combination of magical dexterity and the Kroxigors' immense physical strength reduces construction times considerably.	600	Construction cost: -5% for all buildings Construction time: -1 for Province Capital/Settlement buildings
Sequence of Expansion Once new temple-cities are fully connected to the Geomantic Web, future spawnings will be accelerated.	700	Growth: +15
Sequence of the Great Temples The revered Old Ones must be venerated whenever possible.	800	Construction cost: -15% for Cult of Sotek and Cult of the Old Ones buildings Construction time: -1 for Cult of Sotek and Cult of the Old Ones buildings
Sequence of the Star Chambers Within the Star Chambers, the Slann meditate and plan the future of their race.	900	Construction cost: -15% for Star Chamber buildings Construction time: -1 for Star Chamber buildings
Sequence of the Global Plan The Plan requires that all Lizardmen factions work together for the betterment of the entire race.	1000	Global recruitment duration: -1 turn for all units Global recruitment capacity: +1
Tablet of Crafts
Tablet of Crafts Research the following items to advance the Lizardmen's Great Plan even further.	400	Additional tradable resources produced: +5%
Sequence of the Artisan A strict schedule from which the Skinks work to ensure the Great Plan is carried out.	500	Income from Industry: +5%
Sequence of Exploitation The world's natural resources are a gift from the Old Ones for the benefit of their race.	600	Construction cost: -25% for resource-producing buildings Construction time: -1 for resource-producing buildings
Sequence of Coexistence Only those among the younger races whose existence adheres to the tenets of the Great Plan are permitted.	700	Income from trade: +10%
Sequence of the Sea Although the sea is not generally their habitat, amphibious Lizardmen are used to traverse the hazardous waters when the need arises.	800	Income from Ports: +10%
Sequence of the Labourers The bigger, stronger, simpler Lizardmen do much of the physical labour in their society.	900	Income from cities: +15%
Sequence of Geological Prospecting Geomancy can be used to locate the best ore veins, ripe for exploitation.	1000	Income from Mines and Quarries: +200%
Tablet of the Skinks
Tablet of the Skinks Research the following items to advance the Lizardmen's Great Plan even further.	400	Ammunition: +20% for Skink units
Sequence of Skirmishing Skink warriors are lightly armoured and best-used for skirmish duties in battle.	500	Missile Damage: +10% for Skink units
Sequence of Purpose Whereby Skinks are trained for battle, focusing on use of their natural agility to damage the foe.	600	Weapon strength: +10% for Skink units
Sequence of Skink Invigoration Of the myriad jungle plants, some are poisonous while others stimulate and rejuvenate the Skinks.	700	Upkeep: -10% for Skink units
Sequence of Quickness Speed and dexterity on the battlefield are the watchwords here.	800	Melee defence: +3 for Skink units Speed: +10% for Skink units
Sequence of the Kroxigors As some of the strongest Lizardmen, Kroxigors use their bulk to charge and smash through enemy ranks.	900	Charge bonus: +10 for Kroxigors units Weapon strength: +10% for Kroxigors units
Sequence of Hardened Scales By the application of natural sap, the armoured bulk of the Kroxigors can be further strengthened so they survive longer in battle.	1000	Armour: +10 for Kroxigors units
Tablet of the Saurus
Tablet of the Saurus Research the following items to advance the Lizardmen's Great Plan even further.	400	Melee defence: +5 for Saurus units
Sequence of Weapon Crafting This sequence further improves the process of weapon manufacture, ensuring that the Saurus have the very best equipment with which to fight.	500	Weapon strength: +10% for Saurus units
Sequence of Massed Combat Each spawning of Saurus act as one on the battlefield, acting in a perfectly coordinated manner to crush the enemies of the Old Ones.	600	Melee attack: +5 for Saurus units
Sequence of Saurus Invigoration Of the myriad jungle plants, some are poisonous while others stimulate and rejuvenate the Saurus.	700	Upkeep: -10% for Saurus Infantry and Temple Guard units
Sequence of Armour Crafting Gold, found in abundance in Lustria, is used to fashion exquisite armour to cover those parts the Lizardmen's tough scales do not.	800	Armour: +5 for Saurus units Missile resistance: +10% for Saurus and Temple Guard units
Sequence of the Honoured Guardians The most respected of all Saurus Warriors, the Temple Guard are equipped with the finest arms and armour available.	900	Armour: +5 for Temple Guards units Weapon strength: +10% for Temple Guards units
Sequence of Martial Excellence The Temple Guard, veterans all and many thousands of years old, are a pinnacle to which all Saurus aspire.	1000	Melee attack: +5 for Temple Guards units Melee defence: +5 for Temple Guards units
Tablet of Beasts
Tablet of Beasts As described by the Old Ones, research the following items to advance the Lizardmen's Great Plan to its ultimate conclusion.	400	Speed: +10% for Terradon Riders units
Sequence of Exotic Weapons The most irregular weapons are reserved for Terradon Riders, who are armed with poison-tipped javelins, fireleech bolas, and various other unusual ordnances.	500	Ammunition: +25% for Terradon Riders units
Sequence of the Ferocity The ferocious, predatory Cold Ones can be trained so their savage natures are exploited to the Lizardmen's best advantage.	600	Charge bonus: +10 for Cold One units Speed: +5% for Cold One units
Sequence of the Hunt Once the foe's blood begins to flow the Cold Ones go into near-uncontrollable frenzy.	700	Melee attack: +5 for Cold One units Weapon strength: +10% for Cold One units
Sequence of the Great Beast's Resilience Slow-moving but deadly, the Living Bastions of Lustria's armies can be made even tougher by following the Old Ones' teachings.	800	Melee defence: +5 for Bastiladon units Missile resistance: +8% for Bastiladon units
Sequence of the Great Beast's Rampage It's best to stay out of a Stegadon's way if you don't want to be trampled or gored, no matter whose side you are on.	900	Charge bonus: +15 for Stegadon and Carnosaur units Melee attack: +5 for Stegadon and Carnosaur units
Sequence of the Beastkeepers Fresh quadruped 'recruits' are always required when war comes to Lustria's jungle shores.	1000	Upkeep: -10% for Terradon Riders, Cold One, Stegadon, Bastiladon and Carnosaur units