[Xietor]

Well, the Gorgon was unique to Pangaea in dom II. I admit I have not tried any of the new races, as none have really piqued my interest.

For my money, awe is not comparable to petrification because mechanical men and undead are immune to awe. Many units are immune to fire shield, though not a ton. Summer Lions are somewhat common with Abysia and Marigon.

Petrification, well it reduces undead hordes to rubble. And petrification plus haunted forest is just too fun!

Gorgon's biggest drawback is her total hps are low, making it extremely risky to use her outside of your dominion.