For tip no.2, depending on the map setting (Wondrous Past trait or sometimes just big map size >9 players) and if you have DLC Empires & Ashes, ancient wonders like Vaultsphere will offer you a Forced Evolution spell as a reward. Spell, which by default costs 80/80 or 120/120 (depending on map settings), will transform a random unit (with Evolve trait ofc) in the army immediately, regardless of rank or tier or "type". A very cheap way to transform you units. Some other tips, but they are probably well known already (or should I say, more biased from my POV): - Always choose "Inspiring Leader" as a trait for your ruler and heroes, especially if you are stacking armies, regardless of unit tier. Why? You will save more gold and mana. - If possible, always choose "Military Engineering" development skill (Materium tree) - cheaper/faster outposts which you want to build preferably on gold mine (to remove upkeep) that has neighbour provinces like magic material, wonders or mana node/ruins (basically, do not choose Iron Deposit, Pastures/Oasis or anything on sea, unless you are trying to build a city from this outpost). - Even if you play military build faction, have at least one faction with relations >300 (most likely you will need a bond or another faction that likes "factions that start wars"). Why? You can buy items from them cheaper and you can sell your items to them for higher prices. - Even with still kind-of bad AI for Vassals, when you gain a Vassalage with free city, it's recommended to remove "automatic" attacks and either use them for defending themselves, clearing the infestation (you will get the rewards, don't worry) or guard one of your cities, because Vassal army counts as "Friendly army" in battles in/around your cites which they protect (and starting mid-game, Vassal armies can be powerful, i.e. around 1000 army power).
Thanks for the comment. I did intentionally try to include more niche/obscure things rather than just rehashing the same generic or obvious advice people have already heard in other videos so I'm glad it was helpful.
Solid tips for sure
Those tips were surprisingly useful. This game has so much depth but so little readability unless you just spend time researching online. Subbed.
I'm surprised I didnt know about transmutation circle. Knew all the others. Thanks for the video.
For tip no.2, depending on the map setting (Wondrous Past trait or sometimes just big map size >9 players) and if you have DLC Empires & Ashes, ancient wonders like Vaultsphere will offer you a Forced Evolution spell as a reward. Spell, which by default costs 80/80 or 120/120 (depending on map settings), will transform a random unit (with Evolve trait ofc) in the army immediately, regardless of rank or tier or "type". A very cheap way to transform you units.
Some other tips, but they are probably well known already (or should I say, more biased from my POV):
- Always choose "Inspiring Leader" as a trait for your ruler and heroes, especially if you are stacking armies, regardless of unit tier. Why? You will save more gold and mana.
- If possible, always choose "Military Engineering" development skill (Materium tree) - cheaper/faster outposts which you want to build preferably on gold mine (to remove upkeep) that has neighbour provinces like magic material, wonders or mana node/ruins (basically, do not choose Iron Deposit, Pastures/Oasis or anything on sea, unless you are trying to build a city from this outpost).
- Even if you play military build faction, have at least one faction with relations >300 (most likely you will need a bond or another faction that likes "factions that start wars"). Why? You can buy items from them cheaper and you can sell your items to them for higher prices.
- Even with still kind-of bad AI for Vassals, when you gain a Vassalage with free city, it's recommended to remove "automatic" attacks and either use them for defending themselves, clearing the infestation (you will get the rewards, don't worry) or guard one of your cities, because Vassal army counts as "Friendly army" in battles in/around your cites which they protect (and starting mid-game, Vassal armies can be powerful, i.e. around 1000 army power).
Clickbait title but you acknowledged it. Great tips!
New to the game and sifting through heaps of videos that have the same tips. These were all new to me so thank you!!
Thanks for the comment. I did intentionally try to include more niche/obscure things rather than just rehashing the same generic or obvious advice people have already heard in other videos so I'm glad it was helpful.
Didnt know any but one of these things. Very good vid
Great stuff!
Great video!
Good tips 👍
Angry but thankful comment.
Angry Comment - Thanks for the tips!
here your angry comment - thanks a lot ;)