The Citadel is the Best Rust Base Design of ALL TIME!
SamaelSanctus
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SamaelSanctus builds big group bases with smart defensive features like bunkers and multiple TCs. His designs work best for clans and quads who want strong protection.
Active 3 months ago
About this base
The Citadel – 4x4 Quad Base Design
Overview SamaelSanctus presents "The Citadel," a 4x4 base design marketed as an optimal choice for quad to 8-man groups. The creator emphasizes an efficient core design that is cost-effective for early wipe progression while maintaining strong defensive capabilities.
Key Features
- 2x2 semi-open core with bunker mechanics
- 4x4 external shell
- Wide gaps for defensive sightlines
- Elevated shooting floor (elevated gap design from Gamelightz)
- Integrated compound with bedroom extensions
- 12 automated turrets
- Roof configuration included
- Multi-TC setup (5 TCs for raid redundancy)
Build Details
- Initial Build Cost: 65,500 wood | 57,500 metal frags | 132,000 stone | 543 HQM
- Weekly Upkeep (5 TCs): 8,000 metal frags | 23,500 stone | 135 HQM | 0 wood
Creator's Take The creator positions The Citadel as a "perfect" base design with emphasis on an affordable core for wipe day dominance, suggesting this is optimized for early raid defense and resource efficiency rather than extreme late-game complexity.
Best For Suited for quad to 8-man groups seeking a balanced defensive base with manageable upkeep costs and strong early-to-mid wipe viability.
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