Quote Originally Posted by Tochata View Post
Why is there so little trade at the beginning of the game? I have read that Carthage traded with many different people and have to assume that at least a few other Mediterranean powers did the same. There was also important land routes like the amber road. I just thought maybe there should be a little more trading in the beginning..
The Amber Route is in EB1, as is the Silk Road in the east. Both give increases in trade bonus. Unfortunately that's all I can answer at present, some more experienced members will be able to answer your questions more thoroughly.