# Cities

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Cities tab is a crucial feature that provides players with essential information and functionalities related to the various cities within the game:

* **Vital City Information**: When you open the Cities tab, you'll find comprehensive details about each city, including its [population](/game-mechanics/ruling/claiming-region/region-attributes/population.md) size, current [tax ](/game-mechanics/ruling/claiming-region/region-attributes/taxes.md)rate, level of [order](/game-mechanics/ruling/claiming-region/region-attributes/order.md), and overall [prosperity](/game-mechanics/ruling/claiming-region/region-attributes/prosperity.md). This information is critical for making informed decisions about interactions with different cities.
* **Active Buffs and Debuffs**: The tab also displays the current active[ buffs and debuffs ](/game-mechanics/ruling/claiming-region/region-attributes/buffs-and-debuffs.md)affecting the city. Understanding these modifiers is key to strategizing your actions in or around the city, as they can significantly impact various aspects of gameplay.
* **City Buildings Overview**: Players can view the available [city buildings](/game-mechanics/world-map/cities/city-buildings.md) in the Cities tab. Each building might offer different opportunities or resources, making it important to familiarize yourself with them.
* **Settling and Claiming Regions**: For players looking to settle a region and start their farm, the Cities tab is the place to begin this process. Additionally, if you possess a [Unique Hero](/economy/assets/heroes/unique-heroes.md), you have the ability to [claim a region](/game-mechanics/ruling/claiming-region.md) directly from the city panel.


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