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City of a Thousand Lights is a timed quest in which the player has 168 hours to build and upgrade 6 new fixed structures with assets and/or diagrams leading to exclusive rewards. It was released on Thu August 15, 2019.[1]
Requires Level 30
Build the shining City of a Thousand Lights! Complete all the tasks and get a reward!
Have you ever been to the Moon Hill in Las Megas? The architects want to transform it into a luxurious Eastern-style hotel!
The citizens are asking the mayor to: approve the project
Bright colors, lights, lanterns, and a delightful air of the exotic will appeal to lovers of night life.
Tips
This timed quest requires 533  (for assets, if purchased) and 1,166,600  (for contracts, diagrams, buildings and foundation purchases).
The step rewards (except for assets, structures and certificates) accumulates to 4,580  and 36,540 .


Stage 1 - Moon Hill

"Have you ever noticed Moon Hill in Las Megas? Architects believe that it is the perfect place to bring their new project to life!"

"Hurry over to Las Megas to see the Moon Hill that will soon be transformed into the City of a Thousand Lights!"

Go to Las Megas

Rewards:

"You made it! Start working right away to create a refined Eastern style hotel."
  • 300 
  • 700 

Stage 2 - Exquisite Hotel

"The City of a Thousand Lights is an ambitious project, at the heart of which will shine the exquisite Moon Hill Hotel."

"Start building the Moon Hill Hotel, a refined residence designed with an eye for Eastern style."

Lay the Moon Hill Hotel Foundation
Costs: 50,000  or 5 
Gives: 300  and 10,000  cap increase

Rewards:

"You have started a huge project! Take these building materials as a reward. They will make construction go even faster!"

Stage 3 - Traditions and Modernity

"In the City of a Thousand Lights you will be able to enjoy the charming atmosphere of Eastern culture and the comforts of a modern hotel!"

"Finish building the Moon Hill Hotel and start creating an authentic Street of Traditional Crafts."

Lay the Street of Traditional Crafts Foundation
Costs: 64,000  or 3 
Gives: 500  and 8,900  cap increase
Build the Moon Hill Hotel
Costs:
05 x Decorative Plaster
05 x Paint Brush
Gives: 700  and 25,000  cap increase upon completion and access to VIP Trip Raffle contract at the Moon Hill Hotel

Rewards:

"Great job, Mayor! Las Megas now has a luxurious Moon Hill Hotel!"
  • 350 
  • 1,260 

Stage 4 - Eastern Color

"Serious craftsmen and street salesmen, bright trinkets and unique works of art await the tourists on the Street of Traditional Crafts."

"More people should find out about the new hotel! Run a promotion where you raffle off a VIP trip, and make sure to finish building the Street of Traditional Crafts."

Build the Street of Traditional Crafts
Costs:
05 x Perforator Drill
05 x Roof Tiles
Gives: 800  and 18,900  cap increase upon completion and access to Porcelain Painting Master Class contract at the Moon Hill Hotel
Accept the VIP Trip Raffle contract
Costs: 350  (and 30 minutes)
Gives: 1,500  and 14  upon completion

Rewards:

"Street of Traditional Crafts is ready to welcome tourists! Keep going!"
  • 390 
  • 1,640 

Stage 5 - The Legend of the Dragon

"According to legend, once upon a time the Moon Hill was home to the Tree of Life, which was protected by a vicious dragon. With time, the protector of the Tree has turned to stone..."

"Start building the Tree of Life Temple and don't forget to build the Dragon's Tail Bridge commemorating the story from the old tale."

Lay the Tree of Life Temple Foundation
Costs: 55,300  or 3 
Gives: 200  and 6,500  cap increase
Build the Dragon's Tail Bridge
Costs: 70,000  or 3 
Gives: 920  and 11,300  cap increase, then 1,100  and 37  every 11 hours and access to Parade of Legendary Dragon Tamers contract at the Moon Hill Hotel

Rewards:

"You completed this task and you got building materials! They're in your Storehouse."

Stage 6 - Ancient Art

"In the hands of a master any craft turns into a true art. Try it out yourself by learning to paint porcelain dishes!"

"Lay the foundation of the Thousand Lights Park, keep working on the Tree of Life Temple and make sure to remember to attend the Porcelain Painting Master Class."

Lay the Thousand Lights Park Foundation
Costs: 55,000  or 3 
Gives: 1,000  and 6,800  cap increase
Build the Tree of Life Temple Frame
Costs:
05 x Drywall
10 x Flower Bed
10 x Roof Tiles
Gives: 500  and 16,500  cap increase upon completion
Complete the Porcelain Painting Master Class contract
Costs: 850  and 1 hour
Gives: 3,700  and 36  upon completion

Rewards:

"You discovered a new talent in yourself and got a reward - a Building Coupon for 10 materials."

Stage 7 - Taming the Dragon

"Would you like to know how the legend of the Tree of Life and the dragon ends? It is said that valiant acrobats managed to distract the dragon with their dances and stole a sapling from the magical Tree."

"Help turn a legend into reality! Build the Tree of Life Temple and the Dragon's Head Fountain to make sure that everything is ready for the Parade of Legendary Dragon Tamers."

Build the Tree of Life Temple
Costs:
10 x Lighting Equipment
10 x Gold Leaf
10 x Facade Adhesive
Gives: 1,400  and 26,500  cap increase upon completion, then 1,900  and 67  every 8 hours and access to Admiring the Beauty of Evening Lights contract at the Moon Hill Hotel
Build the Dragon's Head Fountain
Costs: 809,000  or 3 
Gives: 900  and 11,400  cap increase, then 1,200  and 42  every 12 hours
Accept the Parade of Legendary Dragon Tamers contract
Costs: 2,500  (and 3 hours)
Gives: 10,800  and 100  upon completion

Rewards:

"Thanks to your efforts, the old legend has been brought to life and the colorful parade has attracted the attention of the tourists."
  • 550 
  • 3,350 

Stage 8 - The Sparkle of Lights

"Time to add some sparkle to our City of a Thousand Lights! A charming park with luminescent decorations will work perfectly!"

"Build the Thousand Lights Park and go admire the beauty of the evening lights!"

Build the Thousand Lights Park
Costs:
10 x Flower Bed
11 x Lighting Equipment
09 x Clay Bricks
09 x Searchlight
11 x Aluminum Profile
10 x Technical Drawing
Gives: 1,200  and 26,800  cap increase upon completion, then 2,400  and 78  every 10 hours and access to Stroll Through the Labyrinth contract at the Moon Hill Hotel
Complete the Admiring the Beauty of Evening Lights contract
Costs: 6,800  and 5 hours
Gives: 29,600  and 280  upon completion

Rewards:

"You managed to promptly complete the task, and you're getting materials to continue construction as a reward."

Stage 9 - A Stroll Through the Labyrinth

"The labyrinth represents the path of life. In the olden days, taking a stroll through the labyrinth was considered to be a sacred test. Will you be able to reach the center of the glowing labyrinth?"

"More and more tourists want to stay at the new hotel. Transform it into a hotel complex to make sure that everyone gets a room and head out for a stroll through the labyrinth!"

Upgrade the Moon Hill Hotel to Moon Hill Hotel Complex
Costs:
09 x Fire Extinguisher
11 x Searchlight
12 x Luxury Wood Furniture
10 x Scaffolding
08 x Gold Leaf
15 x Thermal Insulation
07 x All-Purpose Primer
13 x Facade Adhesive
10 x Hardwood Plank
Gives: 1,200  and 45,000  cap increase upon completion and access to Festival of Eastern Culture contract at the Moon Hill Hotel
Accept the Stroll Through the Labyrinth contract
Costs: 11,500  (and 7 hours)
Gives: 50,200  and 480  upon completion

Rewards:

"Excellent work! You managed to find your way to the center of the labyrinth!"
  • 730 
  • 5,220 

Stage 10 - Festival of Eastern Culture

"Attend the Festival of Eastern Culture! There you will have a chance to see spectacular exhibitions, taste many exotic foods and even try on traditional outfits."

"Build the Quarter of Traditional Handicrafts and make sure to attend the Festival of Eastern Culture!"

Upgrade the Street of Traditional Crafts to Quarter of Traditional Handicrafts
Costs:
10 x Hard Hat
13 x Insulation Foam
17 x Nails
11 x Hydro Insulation
09 x Drywall
05 x Clay Bricks
15 x Gravel
10 x Decorative Plaster
10 x Facade Adhesive
Gives: 1,100  and 28,900  cap increase upon completion, then 3,400  and 120  every 13 hours and access to Curious Sale contract at the Moon Hill Hotel
Complete a Festival of Eastern Culture contract
Costs: 17,800  and 9 hours
Gives: 77,400  and 760  upon completion

Rewards:

"Your efforts haven't been in vain - you've received building materials. You can find them in your Storehouse."

Stage 11 - A Fairy Tale Come to Life

"What treasures does the City of a Thousand Lights hide within it? It is time to hold a rare items sale. Who knows, you might get lucky and find a rare vase or a magic amulet!"

"Modernize the Moon Hill Hotel Complex and hold a curious sale!"

Upgrade the Moon Hill Hotel Complex to Moon Hill Grand Hotel
Costs:
12 x Square Beams
08 x Paving Slabs
06 x Vase
14 x Nails
11 x Hydro Insulation
09 x Drywall
14 x Safety Goggles
06 x Sound Insulation
12 x Tools
08 x Stone Tiles
10 x Sling Hooks
10 x Hardwood Plank
Gives: 2,500  and 70,000  cap increase upon completion
Accept the Curious Sale contract
Costs: 23,500  (and 11 hours)
Gives: 102,000  and 1,000  upon completion

Rewards:

"You built the Moon Hill Grand Hotel and got the Fire and Ice Theater as a reward!"
  • 1,000 
  • 8,000 
  • Fire and Ice Theater

Rewards

For completing Stage 10

  • Fire and Ice Theater
Fire and Ice Theater

Fire and Ice Theater

Requires:
  • Fixed Plot
Gives:
  • 55,900  cap increase
  • 6,700  and 180  every 15 hours
    Coin per Minute: 7.44 
    XP per Minute: 0.20 
  • Access to Ritual Rain Dance contract at the Moon Hill Hotel
Achievement after building the Fire and Ice Theater
Creator of the City of a Thousand Lights

"You built the incredible City of a Thousand Lights in Las Megas and received the Fire and Ice Theater and a new achievement - Creator of the City of a Thousand Lights."

  • 30,000 
  • 1,000 
  • 3 

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