Coastal Citadel (Vanilla Thatch)

This coastal stronghold was built entirely in a vanilla ARK: Survival Ascended survival playthrough using only default in-game structures and materials. No mods, no templates, and no spawned resources were used during construction, all materials were farmed by hand. The design focuses on early–mid game viability, vertical efficiency, and clean sightlines, making it suitable as a functional main base, capital settlement, or defensive outpost. Circular towers provide elevated platforms for flyers and guards, while the connected walkways and layered layout keep the footprint compact and practical. The template was created after the build was completed to preserve the original survival experience. Resource requirements shown reflect the true cost of construction.