[Resource] Once Human: How Do I Fix the "This Structure Cannot Be Built Near a Stronghold" Error?

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Understanding the "This structure cannot be built near a Stronghold" Error in Once Human

One of the more elusive errors in Once Human, "this structure cannot be built near a Stronghold", may cause some confusion for players. This error makes an appearance when constructing structures within your territory and doesn't show for everyone. It specifically appears when your construction zone involves particular structures or areas, posing a significant setback for your plans of establishing an expansive base of operations. Understanding why this error occurs can help you navigate around it. Here's all you need to know:

The Territory Error

The error in question is displayed only when you decide to build your Territory on or adjacent to a road within Once Human. Any attempt to erect a structure on this road, regardless of what it is, will be unsuccessful. This error predominantly shows up when you try to put up a wall, a roof, or other overlapping structures. However, if you try to set down a floor, the game will explicitly tell you that it's impossible, regardless of your course of action.

Overcoming the Challenge

It might seem as if there's no way out of this predicament, but understanding the error gives us a simple, albeit laborious, solution. You can't erect a compound over a road, so if you want to make optimal use of your Territory limit, you would have to transfer your Territory somewhere else, far from a road. This action moves every structure you've worked on so far, but it comes with costs, so proceed with caution when you make the decision.

Be Proactive and Strategic

As complex as it may sound, overcoming this challenge involves being cautious about your Territory placement. As long as you're strategic and proactive about your initial placement, you can avoid running into this error and save yourself the resources and time needed to relocate your base of operations.

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