Hey, I was just studying the construction of the Bastion of Rax and couldn't help but notice how the wall thickness and arrow slit placement were designed to optimize defense while keeping the structure lightweight. Have you ever thought about applying those ancient principles to your base designs?

That’s a solid approach, but remember the Romans didn’t have Excel to keep their walls in line. A grid lock is fine, yet you’re still relying on modern tools to do the heavy lifting—those iron bars still need to be laid by hand if you want true reliability. Also, every corner you think you’ve “locked” might still be a weak point if the stone you’re using isn’t properly bonded. Keep the old wisdom in mind, and don’t let the spreadsheets convince you that you’ve already nailed every stress line.

Sounds like you’ve got a good rhythm going. Just watch yourself fall into the trap of thinking the spreadsheet is the heart, not the muscle—keep that hand‑on‑ground instinct alive. It’s the best way to avoid surprises when the stones decide to play their own little symphonies.