Pay attention to your city's insurance.

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Dutton

+57

Jul 28, 2026

Your message offers a valuable and very realistic perspective on the early challenges of this strategy game. Your passive resistance strategy, based on the saying "let the neighbor's cow die too," is an ingenious tactic to block the attacker's profit when military resources are lacking.I am not against constructing those buildings, but sometimes they are quite expensive. We should focus on raising the city's happiness, which directly impacts the lifespan of the citizens. After that, I would buy 3 to 5 defensive soldiers from the Army market. Having around 500 defense points should make anyone think twice before attacking you.In the future, I suggest breaking your article down into sections to make it easier for other players to read. It would also be helpful to use shorter sentences and bullet points. Structuring the guide into clear sections, such as energy management, warehouse logistics, and defense tactics, would greatly increase the impact of these useful tips.

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Pibasacro

+57

Jul 28, 2026

I did not have a military academy or ammunition, none of the necessary things for a war (after many studies and reading, I came to the conclusion that you should give up production, as they say in our country, if my cow died, so that the neighbor's cow also died. Being at 13% the level of happiness and my people live only 13 days, I decided not to work for 13 days for the attacker's army to die and after that I will continue all the works started. He doesn't want an attacker to benefit from my work, I better rest, you study, you recover energy because I have reached a fairly low level, and reading daily I get 5 units for each reading. Be very careful how you raise the standard of living the happiness of your city without an army as large as possible because if they are attacked, the attacker's soldiers also live as long as the people in your city, and then if you have a high level of 50-60 %, you have no choice, you must enter in wars. I don't want you to encourage war, I don't want an attacker to get benefits from my work, I want my people to live in freedom happily and as much as possible. Please don't encourage war, it's a loss in my opinion for everyone. Thank you for reading my comment and I hope it will be useful for everyone.

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Tygomi

+42

Jul 28, 2026

Thank you for sharing your experience. I think there are some very important lessons in your story, especially for newer players who may not yet understand how important preparation and defense are in CoinRepublik. It is unfortunate that you had to experience an attack before you were fully prepared. Being attacked and then having to pay a percentage of your production must be frustrating, especially after spending time and energy building your city and developing your economy. I also understand your decision to stop producing for a while. If your production is going to benefit an attacker, I can see why you would rather take a step back, recover your energy, and wait until the situation changes. Sometimes patience can be a better strategy than continuing to work under difficult circumstances. Your experience also highlights how important it is to think about defense before your city becomes a target. Building a strong economy is important, but it is also worth considering how to protect everything you have worked for. A player who invests all their time in production but completely ignores defense may eventually find themselves in a difficult situation. At the same time, I completely agree with your point that war should not be encouraged simply for the sake of fighting. War can have consequences for everyone involved, and I think most players would rather see their cities develop peacefully, with happy citizens and a strong economy. Your advice about managing energy, reading community articles, keeping an eye on your warehouse capacity, and planning production is also very useful. These may seem like small details, but together they can make a big difference in the long-term development of a city. I hope your citizens survive the difficult period ahead and that you can soon return to building and developing your city without having to worry about an occupying army. Perhaps this experience will ultimately make you a much more prepared player in the future. Thank you for sharing both the good and the difficult parts of your experience. I think stories like this are valuable because they remind other players that preparation, planning, and awareness are just as important as production and growth. I wish you and your citizens peace, freedom, and a prosperous future. Hopefully, your next chapter in CoinRepublik will be about rebuilding and growing your city rather than fighting wars. Good luck, and stay strong! 🏗️🕊️

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miklos54 Jul 30, 2026

Thank you for the nice words written after reading my article. Thank you for encouraging you to continue production. a fruitful day for you, much success in the future.

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yeethernal

+34

Jul 28, 2026

Your experience highlights an interesting strategic trade-off that many new players may not consider. Preparing a military isn't only about winning battles—it also serves as insurance against disruption to your economic plans. At the same time, your decision to temporarily halt production shows that even occupied players still have meaningful strategic choices. Conflicts in CoinRepublik aren't just decided by troop numbers; they're also shaped by how each player adapts economically when circumstances change.

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stoneartua1

+31

Jul 28, 2026

I would like to inform you of the need to form an army to defend your city and to tell you some things from my experience of a few days. In addition to many essential things that a beginner must pay attention to in energy (which must be checked first of all) (the level of your warehouse because if I exceed the storage capacity what you will use after this everything is lost and you have worked for nothing, the finished products are stored in your city's warehouse, divided into six categories, put each worker to work, to produce the most essential things you need for the development of your city, you can buy some things, but it is best to produce what laziness is necessary for deforestation and for the development of the city. The energy received, which is a maximum of 1000 if I am not careful, decreases with each work and if you do not read daily so that I receive 5 units a day, the 10 pieces will remain in a few days without energy or at a low level, you can recover energy using food, drink and cigarettes (the teri daily once. Consume food, drinks and cigars for an instant energy boost, or let the wine mature in the cellar gaining more and more energy over time;

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yusufmartins

+26

Jul 28, 2026

Thank you for sharing your experience. Your story highlights how important it is to balance economic growth with city defense and careful resource management in CoinRepublik. I also appreciate your emphasis on monitoring energy, warehouse capacity, and citizen happiness, as neglecting any of these can seriously affect progress. Your experience after being occupied shows that preparation is just as important as expansion. While war is part of the game, focusing on building a resilient economy, maintaining a strong defense, and planning ahead can help players minimize losses and recover more effectively. This is valuable advice for both new and experienced mayors.

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mackon999

+20

Jul 28, 2026

Thank you for sharing your experience. I think this is a valuable reminder for new players that city defense is just as important as economic development. Many beginners focus only on production and forget that being unprepared for an attack can have serious consequences. I also agree that managing energy, warehouse capacity, and happiness should be part of every long-term strategy. Every setback teaches us something, and your experience will certainly help others avoid the same mistakes. I wish you the best of luck rebuilding your city and regaining your freedom!

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lidoorga

+20

Jul 28, 2026

Como no estaba preparado, no tenía academia militar ni municiones, ninguna de las cosas necesarias para una guerra (después de muchos estudios y lecturas, llegué a la conclusión de que uno debería renunciar a la producción, como dicen en nuestro país, si mi vaca muere, para que la vaca del vecino también muera. Tener alrededor de 600 puntos de defensa debería hacer que cualquiera se lo piense dos veces antes de atacarte. En el futuro, te sugiero dividir tu artículo en secciones para que otros jugadores lo lean con mayor facilidad. También sería útil usar oraciones más cortas y viñetas.

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35027467

+18

Jul 28, 2026

Your reflection highlights a crucial aspect of CoinRepublik: defense and preparation are just as important as production. Many beginners focus only on energy, warehouses, and goods, forgetting that without an army, their city is vulnerable to occupation. Losing 10% of everything produced is a heavy penalty, and it shows why military readiness must be part of any long-term plan. I find your point about happiness levels especially insightful—low happiness slows everything down, while a strong percentage can sustain resilience even under attack. Choosing to pause production rather than feed an occupier is a clever, if costly, strategy. It reminds players that CoinRepublik is not just about building, but about balancing freedom, economy, and security. In the end, your advice is clear: plan for insurance, not just growth. A city without defense is a city at risk, and true progress means protecting both resources and people.

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lucacoutinho

+18

Jul 28, 2026

This article offers an essential lesson for every CoinRepublik mayor. As codibonio and próximo fogo highlighted, leaving empty spaces and asking whether a building location will work tomorrow prevents costly relocations. Furthermore, as eterno mentioned, a structured layout reduces future decision fatigue. Strategic urban planning, grouped production chains, and deliberate growth are far more effective than rushing to fill every spot. Building with long-term synergy in mind is truly the secret to sustainable prosperity!

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kaikai123

+15

Jul 29, 2026

Great article! I really enjoyed reading your perspective and the effort you put into explaining this topic. It's always refreshing to see creators sharing useful knowledge, practical tips, and real experiences instead of simply chasing rewards. Content like this makes the CoinRepublik community more valuable because both new and experienced Mayors can learn something meaningful from every post. I believe strong communities are built through high-quality discussions and knowledge sharing like this. Thank you for taking the time to contribute and help other players improve their understanding of the game. I hope you continue publishing more articles in the future because I'll definitely be looking forward to reading them. Wishing you continued success with your city, your economy, and your journey in CoinRepublik. Keep up the fantastic work, Mayor! 🚀👏

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sivkheur

+13

Jul 29, 2026

🎮 My experience in CoinRepublik taught me that preparation is more important than war. 🏙️ Always monitor energy, storage, production, happiness, and your city’s defenses. ⚔️ I was attacked and occupied because I wasn’t prepared, and now I lose 10% of my production. My advice: build wisely, manage resources carefully, recover energy, and protect your city. 🛡️ I don’t encourage war—I prefer freedom, happiness, and peaceful development for everyone. ❤️🤝