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Some nations find ocean warfare to be difficult and a huge investment in gems that don't contribute to the rest of their warfare. This makes it possible to defeat nations lodged in the water without having to fight on those terms.

With Ry'leh not present, the only reason Atlantis has to go in the water anyhow is to increase their magic diversity. I think thier underwater mage is only a few resources and so this shouldn't hinder them in this capasity.

Besides, water provinces still provide a means for some people to transport their armies to avoid bottle necks. The french have a great advantage that requires the water provinces only be their and not conquered.

Edit: Hello Bogarus. It cold here too, but that's because it is the middle of winter.