How To Call Allies in Rimworld

Calling allies in Rimworld is a useful mechanic that allows you to request support from factions you’ve built relationships with. Whether you need a trade caravan or emergency military assistance, this guide will walk you through the simple process of contacting your allies using the Communications Console.

Building the Communications Console

The first step in calling your allies is to construct a Communications Console, commonly referred to as a Combs Console. This building is essential for making contact with other factions in your game.

Selecting Your Colonist

Once your Communications Console is built, select a colonist to operate it. Ideally, you should choose the colonist with the highest social skill, as this will improve your chances of successful communication and negotiations.

Accessing the Communication Screen

Right-click on the Communications Console with your selected colonist. This action will open the Communication screen, where all your available options for contacting factions will appear.

Contacting Factions

You can use the Communication screen to contact various factions, including those who are neutral to you. For example, you might contact Southern Aurelia or other factions depending on your current relationships and alliances.

Available Alliance Options

Request a Trade Caravan

If the faction is an ally, you have the option to request a trade caravan. This action will cost you goodwill with that faction, but it allows you to conduct trade with them.

Request Immediate Military Aid

Another option available to allies is requesting immediate military aid. This is a more costly option in terms of goodwill expenditure, but it provides urgent military support when you need it most. Remember, the faction must be an ally to use this feature.

Summary

Calling allies in Rimworld is straightforward: build a Communications Console, assign your most social colonist, right-click the console, and select your desired option from the Communication screen. Whether you need trade support or emergency military assistance, your allies are just a few clicks away. Keep in mind that both options consume goodwill, so use them strategically to maintain strong faction relationships.

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