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: Build Paper Mills in provinces that are far from the front lines where you don't need high-tier ranged units, focusing purely on boosting your economy.
In Total War: Shogun 2 , Paper Mills are a specific building upgrade path for provinces with the specialty resource.
: While Fletchers are better for bow units, some players use the accuracy bonus from Paper Mill upgrades to buff Matchlock (gun) units later in the game. Shogun: Total War
: For the Ikko-Ikki clan, upgrading the Artisan in Echizen to Paper Mills is a standard opening move to secure early profit.
: Doubles the amount of trade goods provided and significantly increases commerce wealth. : Build Paper Mills in provinces that are
: Provides a +5 accuracy bonus to all units recruited in the province. Strategic Use
: You must own a province that has the "Artisans" resource (e.g., Echizen or Kozuke ). Build the Artisan Chain : Construct the base Artisans building (1,350 koku). : For the Ikko-Ikki clan, upgrading the Artisan
For a deeper look at managing province specializations and buildings like Paper Mills, check out this overview of the strategy mechanics: