City States

While the rest of the world crumbled under the weight of the Fall, the City States thrived—delving into the deepest secrets of the fallen Dominion, mastering archemy, and unlocking the divine mysteries of the past. Today, they are the greatest repositories of knowledge, the inheritors of humanity’s once-glorious empire. Or at least, that’s what the Locutors—the eloquent voices of the City States—would have you believe.

Founded on lofty ideals of philosophy, ethics, and education, the vision of their creators was noble. Yet, shortly after their rise, that vision began to tarnish. Now, the City States are fractured—divided between the Demagogue, Militarist, and Academic Councils. Each council wields the advanced technology and proud heritage of their ancestors, locked in an ongoing struggle for supremacy, ready to challenge one another—and anyone who dares threaten their dominance.

How do they play?

The City States field a powerful core of rigorously trained and disciplined soldiers, supported by monstrous Minotaurs, towering spellcasting giants, and mechanically enhanced veteran warriors. While they lack strong missile support and have only a single cavalry option, their infantry is where the City States truly shine. With a wide array of troop types, formations, and special rules, their infantry is one of the most efficient and adaptable forces in the game—able to take on any challenge head-on.

When playing the City States, it’s crucial to protect your flanks and engage the enemy’s front lines as soon as possible. Once the battle is joined, the faction’s unique Strategic Stack allows you to sacrifice an activation in one area to double down and apply even more pressure on another. This tactical flexibility lets you dictate the pace of the battle, making each move count. Want to further fine-tune your army’s performance? Add Minotaurs to your infantry formations to enhance either your offense or defense, adapting on the fly to counter your opponent’s moves.