I created a map for a role-play game set in the *Tyranny* universe.
This is my first map and scenario, so it's probably quite unbalanced, but I wanted to capture the atmosphere of this universe.
I think I should begin with an explanation of the gameplay rules and the goals of each faction.
**Rules designed with role-play in mind:**
**Kyros' Empire** - an empire that has dominated the entire continent. Its goal is to subjugate the region so that only one faction loyal to it remains, or to destroy all others. During the first turns, it should gather strength and financially support selected allies (due to its limited recruitment). At the end of the game, it may win on its own or with at most one ally.
**Scarlet Chorus / Disfavored** - Kyros' main invading forces. They cannot make peace or form alliances with each other. They compete for Kyros' favor. Ultimately, they may submit to Kyros' will or choose to fight against him.
**The Vendrien Guard** - the main rebel force. Their uprising was meant to ignite resistance against Kyros' Empire. They can fight against the Disfavored and the Scarlet Chorus, or submit to one of these two factions.
**Fatebinders** - Kyros' judicial and executive authority. Their goal is to bring peace to the region and resolve conflicts between factions. As long as Kyros' Empire does not attack first, any attack on the Fatebinders is considered an act of aggression against Kyros and results in losing his support. The Fatebinders, however, may attack and support any factions.
**Bronze Brotherhood** - mercenaries whose ambition is to become a military power on par with the Scarlet Chorus and the Disfavored.
**Inhabitants of the Tiers** - the people of the Tiers, relatively weak units, mostly civilians (with exceptions such as the Forge-Bound or Sirin). They should form alliances with whichever faction offers them the best protection. They may support that faction financially.
**The Unbroken** - they seek to reclaim and rebuild their kingdom (the regions of Remains of Stalwart and the Blade Grave), which puts them at war with the Disfavored. If they succeed, they must still hold those territories.
**Stonestalkers** - their goal is to defeat the humans and reclaim the Stone Sea for the beastfolk. They may form alliances with whoever offers them the most territory within the Stone Sea region.
**Sages** - their goal is simply survival and the preservation of their library
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**Additional aspects:**
1. Kyros' Empire has three locations that serve as gold mines. They are out of reach for units — there is no land connection.
2. In the bottom-right corner, there are extra regions to provide better "survivability" in case a faction loses its cities but still has units remaining.
3. To capture the areas mentioned above, a flying unit is available for recruitment in a neutral region next to Kyros' Empire.
If you have any questions, suggestions, or comments, feel free to message me privately or leave a comment.