AOE IV / Maps
Cliffside
Cliffs and passes weave across the map, exposing rich Stone and Gold deposits.
Overview
Cliffs and passes weave across the map, exposing rich Stone and Gold deposits.
Terrain and layout
An elevated zigzag ridge divides the map diagonally, with impassable cliff sections and multiple gaps. Teams begin on opposite sides, and patches of Stealth Forest beside the passes can conceal movement.
Resources and control
Three Sacred Sites sit on the ridge, making its crossings especially valuable. Gold and Stone come mainly from numerous Small deposits around the ridge; there are no Large mines, despite the map’s Extra Gold label. Two Trade Posts lie on opposite edges.
Player considerations
Scout the ridge gaps before sending workers to contested deposits. The passes are numerous enough to frustrate a complete wall, so hold a useful crossing and watch nearby Stealth Forest for ambushes.
