# Menander of Nicomedes, Auspicious Haruspex

A unique Religion specialist that enhances Belief and Knowledge area effects for religious buildings while reducing their upkeep costs.

## Overview

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Rarity** | Unique |
| **Category** | Religion |
| **Slot Type** | Specialist |
| **Placement** | Governor Villa or Officium |

## Effects

When placed in a Governor Villa or Officium, Menander provides the following effects within the area of influence:

| Effect | Value | Condition |
|--------|-------|-----------|
| Belief area effect | +1.5 | Sanctuary and Fanum in range |
| Knowledge area effect | +0.5 | Sanctuary and Fanum in range |
| Upkeep cost | -50% | Sanctuary and Fanum in range |

## Boost Unlock

To unlock this specialist's legendary boost, you must fulfil the following condition:

- More accurate readings from local beasts

## Buildings Improved

- [Fanum (Albion)](../buildings/fanum-albion.md)
- [Sanctuary (Latium)](../buildings/sanctuary-latium.md)

## Notes

- This specialist provides strong support for religious infrastructure in both Latium and Albion
- The combination of area effects and upkeep reduction makes this specialist valuable for religion-focused city layouts
- The Belief and Knowledge bonuses apply to residences within range of the affected Sanctuary/Fanum buildings

## Source

- [ANNOLAND Database](https://anno.land/en/anno-117-specialists/menander-von-nikomedes-vielversprechender-haruspex/)