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❤ Unit Customization and Progression

Players can recruit a diverse array of Templar classes, including Scouts, Soldiers, Engineers, and more, each with unique abilities and skill trees. As Templars gain experience, players can invest points to unlock new skills and upgrades, allowing them to specialize their units and create synergistic fireteam combinations. The ability to freely "respec" Templars between missions provides great flexibility in experimenting with different builds. The game also features an expansive tech tree that allows players to unlock new Templar classes, gear, and powerful relics. Carefully managing this research and advancement system is key to building an effective squad.

❤ Turn-Based Tactical Combat

Battles take place on grid-based maps, with players taking turns moving and acting with their Templars. The gameplay emphasizes tactical positioning, overwatch, and crowd control to overcome hordes of enemies. A unique "heat" mechanic adds an additional layer of strategy, as using abilities and weapons generates heat that can disable units if not properly managed. Mission objectives vary, from standard clearance operations to more complex challenges like territory control, defensive last stands, and infiltration. The need to balance speed and caution to achieve objectives and maximize rewards creates a thrilling risk-reward dynamic.

❤ Emergent Gameplay and Replayability

Despite the scripted nature of the missions, the game offers a high degree of replayability. Players can customize Templars, experiment with different squad compositions, and make tactical choices during each battle, leading to emergent gameplay. No two playthroughs are likely to be the same, as players must adapt their strategies to the unique challenges of each scenario. The inclusion of difficulty settings, randomized enemy placements, and a New Game+ mode further enhance the game's replayability, ensuring that players will continue to find new challenges and ways to approach the combat.