How much use is magic? (Newby)

[andywatkins]

Hi,

Played a couple of games now, and to be honest I have not seen a lot of value in Magic. I have lots of gems, I do lots of research, all levels now at 5 of research except blood magic but none of my guys seem to be able to do much of value.

Am I missing best spells, is it important to do a lot of empowerment etc??

Been playing as Arcaspholae or however you spell it, the one with hoplites, chariots and elephants.

I find hoplites backed up by archers to be a good combination.

I have been trying really hard with magiciands and priestesses and none of them seem to do an awful lot.

Thanks for assistance

Andy