: If you are currently playing a map you love but didn't save the seed, go to your savegame folder, open the .sww save file with Notepad , and use Ctrl+F to search for the word "Seed".
Are you aiming for a (e.g., 20,000+ Noblemen)?
Look for a main island with at least 4 to 5 river sites . These are essential for late-game production like Paper (Books), Leather Jerkins, and Fur Coats.