Rathaus (Civ4)

The Rathaus is the unique building of the Holy Roman civilization in Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword.
== Strategy ==
Compared to the Courthouse it replaces, the Rathaus reduces the maintenance costs of the city it is built in by an additional 25 percent.
Rathauses make empire maintenance cheaper, allowing for a faster expansion rate. Building Courthouses in every city cuts city maintenance in half - Rathauses cut that number in half again. That's great for securing more resources, especially with Charlemagne's cheap Settlers, or going to battle with his war-focused traits.
One issue, however, is unlike the other Courthouse replacements, Rathauses are still as expensive as normal Courthouses. And since Charlemagne isn't an Organized leader, the cost is quite immense in low-production areas. As such, Rathauses do best in the later game, where plenty of production bonuses help build them up at a reasonable rate.
Of course, the building really shines on Modern or Future starts where it's free - Charlemagne's cheap Settlers can spam cities everywhere with them.
== Civilopedia entry ==
== See also ==
* Town Hall
Category:Holy Roman