Following the previous update, the map has evolved a fair bit.
The map now features several textures from GEMs, thanks to Xuxo! GEMs is a well-known mod which you probably already know of but if not, I can't recommend it enough. Personally, I like the fairytale aesthetic of the game but some textures.. really could be better. As such, the grass bushes, sand bushes, palm trees, flowers, scarecrow and leprechauns have deceived a refreshing makeover and along with them, the map and battlefield design.
Arenas now feature their own unique obstacles so a farm-themed arena will have different obstacles from that of a forest or a city square, despite them all being grass arenas.
An oasis-themed arena has also been added!
One of the player requests was to diversify the artifact effects. The original artifact setup has mostly returned, along with set bonuses. However, morale/luck artifacts are limited to +/-1, initiative artifacts to +/-5%, elemental boosters to 15-20%, elemental protections to 15% and relic prices range from 12500 to 15000. Set bonuses are a tad more reasonable.
A few heroes have been revised:
-Alaron starts with Archdruids that have druid elder spells plus Channeling and improved hp/spellpower.
-Isabel starts with expert training and an additional 3 priests pre-trained to cavaliers (25 total)
-Rolf starts with +10% tier 1, 2, 3 troops, as a nod to his original SIlver Tongue spec.
-Wulfstan in addition to his extra brawlers gains +1 Attack.
Regarding unit Gameplay:
-Unit damage range is closer to the original game but not as extreme.
-Unit regeneration improved, to catch up with the increase in army strength.
-Imperial griffins and skirmishers received +1 max dmg.
-Assassins received +1 weekly growth.
-Treants and Hydras are up a tier, making them more resilient to hero attacks.
-Now basic dino riders are unmounted! If you felt not having an actual velociraptor in the game was a missed opportunity, you're welcome!
A few third al upgrades added:
-Succubus alt: Ranged attacks trigger a fireball, like magogs. Special thanks to the Evoked one for helping with the attack pattern xdb!
-Treant alt: Battlerage, Regeneration(passive) and an Earthquake spell that damages and stuns everything!
-Blood sister alt: Assault at the cost of slightly reduced stats. Sisters are often used as turn 1 blockers but now they can dish out some damage.
-Gnoll alt: Battlerage, plus their morning stars have a sweep effect.
And more. Happy gaming!
Map released, you can get it here.
