I definitely prefer the LH version. The image is so much sharper and crisp; the colors pop out better and soften the "dark" feel that seems to pervade FE. Also love the new shading. As for FE, the game always looks washed out to me, like someone spilled water on a watercolor painting.
[quote quoting="post"] Who gets Legendary Heroes for free? If you pre-ordered War of Magic before release then you will be receiving Legendary Heroes for free. This is different from the people who received Fallen Enchantress for free (which was anyone who purchased War of Magic before the end of 2010). If you will be receiving Legendary Heroes for free you will receive an email from Stardock when the beta starts. [/quote] What happened to "<a href="ht
[quote who="Kongdej" reply="5" id="3311893"] Well I quite like this critique, while the mod might help him, its fantastic for the dev team to see so they either release some more forgiving maps, or atleast consider it. Thank you anyway for assisting him finding a map mod Sincerely ~ Kongdej [/quote] Completely agree with you Kongdej! Just wanted to give the OP an option while we wait for "official" map improvements.
[quote quoting="post"] One, this game is quite unforgiving, due to the scarcity of land that you can settle and the hostility of the wilderness. I haven't found a good way to get a good hang of things yet. [/quote] For a more enjoyable map, try this mod: https://forums.stardock.com/433981
The only time I have issues with frequent smaller updates is when: a. they break save games b. I'm forced to install them c. they need to all be applied individually if I come back to the game after some time. (Neverwinter Nights is a great example - you have to apply like a dozen patches to get the game up-to-date if you are doing a fresh install) As long as none of these are true, I have no problems with the updates. Edit: <a i
Downloading and installing Stardock Central solved this for me. I think I still had to download it twice, though, before it would work. Try again? Other than that, I think Brad actually (kinda sorta unofficially) recommended a download manager. Edit: yeah - https://forums.stardock.com/434672
From the manual: Influence - Influence is a crucial resource for dealing with other nations and creatures of the world. It can be used directly as a currency when trading with other nations, as well as altering the value of your goods in trades with others. In addition, when building camps to recruit wild creatures, such a dragons and ogres, you will need influence to get your construction underway. Influence can be gained through city improvements and resou
Have you been drawing power from my death shard! [e digicons]>:([/e]
[quote who="Tasunke" reply="131" id="3275168"]Is the Shogun: Total War multiplayer realy dying? Assuming certain things, I will be using it quite heavily in 5 years time (that being said, I think the TW:Shogun's idea for multiplayer ... especially 'drop-in' battles, is absolutely AWESOME!!!) [/quote] That's why I recognize your username! TWC. That's been bugging me. As for LH, is must be Elemental: Levitating H
[quote who="Frogboy" reply="91" id="3274886"]People who bought WOM before the end of October 2010 get the upcoming expansion pack to FE for free as well. [/quote] Thanks for confirming that. :) Also, the image in the OP serves to reinforce something I've discovered while playing: the cloth map is absolutely beautiful! Nice job!! I set the zoom level on it pretty low so I can play cloth map most of the time, and only zoom in to the "regula
[quote who="Frogboy" reply="20" id="3272412"]Should almost do a poll on this: Would you be willing to give up player designed units to have a greater visual variety in the races? Basically, the limitation is that each body type / skeleton requires its own set of clothing, armor, etc. [/quote] Oh yes please!!!
How about: 1. Remove the unit editor. 2. Develop interesting unique units for each faction.
As a single player game, I don't think the faction editor should get all that much attention in regards to balance. It should allow for users to create interesting factions within some sort of parameters, but if goofy stuff comes up oh well. Focus on the important bugs/balance.
[quote who="macattac" reply="201" id="3271802"]Wow, a master of necromancy [/quote] What can I say? My backyard has a death shard in it. Edit: Brad answered my question here: https://forums.stardock.com/436360/page/4/#3274886
Honestly, I'd rather pay $5 for a complete overhaul of the lousy random map generator. Oh - and losing those ugly seawalls in favor of passable beach terrain. Pre-done maps that I might play twice each? Meh.
[quote quoting="post"]“Expansion Packs” This will be the same case for the third entry in the Elemental world which won’t be out for a long time still (but will be free for people who got War of Magic before the end of October 2010). It’ll be its own game as well not requiring War of Magic and Fallen Enchantress but be available at a sharp discount to those who have the previous entries in the game world. [/quote] What's the current pl
[quote who="Heavenfall" reply="19" id="3271704"]Limit it to higher difficulties if you have to, but I want to see it used on me, just as I can use it on enemies. Fun is getting a challenge, not winning by using mechanics the AI does not. [/quote] In my opinion, the AI should be built to play the game without bonuses and without regard to difficulty level, and then nerfed/pumped from there with resource penalties/bonuses to provide the level of challenge desired by the player.&nbs
ntino you obviously put a lot of time and thought into your opening post. Thanks for that. Unfortunately, I'm quickly coming to the same conclusions; the more I play the more it feels like Elemental with some more (and not necessarily meaningful) stuff. I guess there was only so much to be expected considering the foundation upon which this game was built.
[quote who="SD_Zebrafox" reply="40" id="3267036"] Then we have to pick a fruit, but what if someone is diabetic? So we need to pick a vegetable but make sure its one no one is allergic to! [/quote] Diabetes does not cause an allergic reaction. The pancreas is unable to produce the insulin required to process sugar in the bloodstream. This can be rectified through diet (for Type II Diabetes) or injection of insulin (for Type I Diabetes). This does not
[quote quoting="post"]I just feel as if the game is incredible when you get that really nicely generated map, you establish some cities, and from then on it's an enjoyable 4X ride. [/quote] Give this mod a try; it changed my enjoyment of the game completely. https://forums.stardock.com/433981
Jam3 thanks so much for this mod. I'm finally getting maps that are fun to play. Now if you could replace all those stupid cliffs with beaches.....
[quote who="erischild" reply="374" id="3262728"]They are becoming as relevant as those who would insist their software comes on floppy disk. runs on XP. [/quote] Fixed that for you. :p
I'll admit I got a lot of mileage out of WOM, but that's because I used it more like a toolkit. FE looks to be more fun as an actual game in and of itself.
My suggestions would be: a. build your own or b. find a local computer shop that sells refurbished PCs. If you go the latter route, bring the recommended specs for FE with you to see if they can get close with something they have.
Good stuff King Felix - thanks! Even as someone who played WOM and the early betas, enough has changed that I was struggling to get off the ground. I'll give it another go with some of your tips in mind. :)