[Redeyes]

I don't think it was underrated even back in the days, just that R'lyeh and Ermor were considered more dominant - R'lyeh has certainly seen nerfs since back then.

I think TC is solidly in the top tier of the LA, with nations like Agartha, Midgard, and Marignon having similar utility and strength. Other nations like Mictlan, Ulm, or Utgard have separate, yet individually effective, ways to excel in the LA.

The LA playing field is pretty level as far as I am concerned.

(I am not attempting to invalidate your statement, just that while TC is top-tier in the LA it has plenty of companions).