AOE IV / Maps
Rocky River
A river runs low through a valley between opposing sides, shaping crossings and resource access.
Overview
A river runs low through a valley between opposing sides, shaping crossings and resource access.
Terrain and layout
A dry riverbed runs diagonally through the center and divides the map into three broad sections. Ponds inside the bed hold Shore Fish, while Stealth Forest and occasional cliffs break up the central route.
Resources and control
The riverbed concentrates Berry Bushes, Boars, Stone, and many Gold deposits. Each pond has Shore Fish; players have starting woodlines behind them, while additional small woodlines border the river. Three Sacred Sites span the center and two Trade Posts sit near opposite edges.
Player considerations
Scout the riverbed early: controlling its access can secure several resources at once. The ponds can supply food without requiring deep-water naval control, and flank players in team games may spawn closer to the contested strip.
