Outside dwarves run into enemies during attacks
In my fort, I've attracted a good number of fisherdwarves who spend their entire day out fishing in the river or ponds. The only issue is that whenever I'm attacked, there seems to be no way to get them back inside my fort's burrow quickly enough. This is the worst when a werebeast attacks, as it'll usually stay by my fort entrance attacking (and infecting) everyone who slowly walks by it on their way back. By the time my military can get to it, there's already 3 dwarves bleeding/dead by my tunnel, really ruining the ambiance of the place.
This is getting especially annoying seeing as my entryway is armed to the teeth with traps, but I never get to use it unless I want to sacrifice all my fishers/wood haulers.
Is there any way to better handle my lockdown plans, or should I just give up on fishing completely?
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What are dwarves resistant to?
Dwarves are a hearty folk, which is why all dwarf characters get a +2 constitution bonus. In addition to this, they are very resistant to poison. They have advantages against all saves against poison, and then have resistance to damage taken by poison.How to defend Fortress Dwarf Fortress?
One common method of defense is to build a walled structure above the entrance to your fortress, stationing Marksdwarves on the second floor overlooking the drawbridge-entrance.How do you activate Burrows?
Hit w to go to the burrow menu and a to add a new burrow. Then hit Enter to define it. Hit n to name it, I'd call it "Inside". Then hit Enter to start a rectangle and enter again to finish it, just like designating areas to dig.How do you attack in Dwarf Fortress?
Press "s", this should bring up a list of squads you have. Note that the game still plays out when at this screen unless you paused the game before coming here. Select the squad using "a" (I believe that is the correct button). Press the "k" button, then target what enemy you want to kill and press "enter".The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies - Extended Edition: Dwarves VS Elves Battle - Full HD
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