In Dune: Awakening, taxes are paid by visiting faction-specific hubs. Your allegiance determines whether you’ll travel to Arrakeen (Atreides) or Harko Village (Harkonnen). Failure to comply attracts the Sardaukar—the Emperor’s enforcers—who will dismantle your base and reset your territorial claims.
Step-by-Step Tax Payment Guide
Locate Your Faction’s Hub
- Travel Options: Use an Ornithopter to reach the hub—either your personal vehicle or a trading-post NPC’s service for 2,500 Solari.
- Return Flights: Free of charge, making travel costs one-way only.
Visit the Tax Vendor
- Interact with the designated vendor in your faction’s village.
- Pay using spice or a mix of spice and Solari.
- This maintains protection for your sub-fief (base).
Consequences of Non-Payment
Avoiding taxes triggers a Sardaukar purge, erasing your base and progress. Consider payments mandatory unless you’re prepared to rebuild from scratch.
FAQ
Q: Can I see if I owe taxes?
Check your journal or quest log—it typically flags upcoming due dates.
Q: What happens if I don’t pay taxes?
The Sardaukar will eliminate your base, forcing you to reclaim lost territory.
Q: What do I use to pay?
Primarily spice, though Solari may supplement payments depending on game mechanics.
Q: How do I get to the village?
Fly via personal Ornithopter or pay 2,500 Solari for an NPC-operated flight.
Q: Where do I go to pay my taxes?
Visit Arrakeen (Atreides) or Harko Village (Harkonnen) and locate the tax vendor.