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❤ Tight, Tactical Combat

The turn-based combat is the core gameplay loop, with players controlling a party of up to 6 unique characters. Each class - Archer, Veles (skirmisher), Gladiator, and Praetorian - has distinct abilities and playstyles that players can mix and match. Positioning is crucial, as you need to consider line of sight, high ground advantages, and creating chokepoints to maximize your abilities. Reviewers laud the depth and complexity of the combat system, which demands careful planning and synergy between party members. Players must weigh the use of limited action points each turn, balancing movement, attacks, and special skills to overcome the enemy. Environmental elements like terrain further expand the tactical options, creating a satisfying puzzle to solve each battle.

❤ Large-Scale Legion Battles

Alongside the party-based combat, the game features large-scale "Legion Battles" where you command your Roman army against enemy forces. These abstract strategic battles task you with deploying the right tactics and formations to gain the upper hand, with outcomes determined by your choices and a degree of randomness. While some reviewers found these battles repetitive, others felt they successfully captured the essence of leading a Roman legion, providing an interesting counterpoint to the intimate party-based combat.

❤ Meaningful Progression and Customization

As you progress, you can customize your characters by leveling up skills, equipping new gear, and crafting tactical items. The skill trees offer substantial depth, allowing you to tailor each class to your preferred playstyle. Reviewers appreciated the impact these choices have, shaping the viability of different party compositions.

❤ Impactful Choices and Consequences

Beyond combat, the game features an overworld map where you can explore regions, complete quests, and make decisions that ripple through the story and the Roman empire. Reviewers praised the "meaningful choices and consequences," emphasizing how your actions have far-reaching impacts on the narrative.