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[edit] Monastery

The Monastery is the level 5 dwelling of the Castle town. It produces Monks at a rate of 3 a week.

Requires: Mage Guild Level 1, Fort, Blacksmith, Guardhouse, Barracks

Cost:3000 Gold, 5 Wood, 5 Ore, 2 Crystal, 2 Gems, 2 Mercury and 2 Sulfur

[edit] Upgraded Monastery

The upgraded Monastery allows the production of Zealots

Requires: Mage Guild Level 1, Fort, Blacksmith, Guardhouse, Barracks and Monastery

Cost: 1000 Gold, 2 Wood, 2 Ore, 2 Crystal, 2 Gems, 2 Mercury and 2 Sulfur