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Multi-Base Strategy

Multi-Base Strategy — Kenshi Base Building reference image

One base is a home. Two bases is an operation — and an operation that can be raided in two places at once.

A second base spreads risk, resources and reach — once your squad can defend two fronts at once.

Beginner WarningEach base is raided separately. Do not build a second base until your squad can defend both at once.

Overview

A multi-base strategy runs more than one settlement — for example a safe production base and a forward outpost near dangerous, resource-rich regions.

Why Do It

Multiple bases let you exploit resources spread across the map, stage expeditions closer to deep regions, and avoid putting every asset in one raidable place.

The Cost

Every base raids independently and needs its own defenders. Splitting a squad across bases risks each one being too thin to hold. Multi-basing demands a large, well-trained roster.

When To Expand

Expand to a second base only once your first is stable, profitable and defensible, and your squad is large enough to garrison both.

Wanderer's Note

“Pick your base location before your base design. Location decides the whole run.”

Multi-Base Strategy
Benefit
Risk spread, more resources
Cost
Separate raids, split squad
Needs
Large trained roster
Stage
Late game