Niefelheim - Who’s afraid of the big bad wolf?

[Trumanator]

When expanding, are there any special tricks to keep the commander from getting killed? with so few troops, sometimes some of the indy cavalry or whatnot gets by, and once the commander's down...

[Illuminated One]

That's a great question, not only for Niefelheim.

I would very much like to use some of the long lasting battle field enchantments.
But if I don't use troops, only summons or SCs half of the enemy army ignores them and attacks my mages. If I bring in troops it's somewhat pointless because of friendly fire.

[chrispedersen]

well, I will sometimes give my commanders bloodslaves. Takes hits for arrows and can provide an emergency screening force.

bring the slaves on a scout, distribute them when you face cav.

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secondly, if you attack a province with a scout, you can see the cav setup, and alter your setup accordingly.
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Lastly, build a small screen of indy troops in addition to your giants. Don't send them in to combat.. just guard commander.