Alright, I've pretty much gotten the hang of startting out, now I just need to know:
-How to make gates
-How to make doors
-General Tips
Make sure you have atleast 1 soldier at all times incase of thieves.
have 1 and only 1 entrance so raiding parties aren't kicking your dwarve's asses while you ponder where they went.
DO NOT DIG INTO DAMP STONE.
make sure you have a farm at all times.
watch your cats, they are a plauge from how fast they have kittens.
remember, deconstruct your wagon for 3 wood.
DO NOT CHOOSE PLACES WITH AQUIFIERS.
If you have underground tunnels throughout your region that end in stairs don't forget to destroy the stairs to give hostiles less ways in.
Do you have any alcohol?
barely enough to supply 65 little drinkers.