Which nation for a newb's first MP game?

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Originally Posted by Kobal2

I wouldn't recommend TC for a beginner, as playing them well requires a really in-depth knowledge of the magic system since they're so all over the place and can basically do everything. I still can't play them for beans, at least

In my opinion one doesnt have to play a nation "well" to play with it or enjoy playing with it. If its a nation with a lot of options it means only there is a lot of room for improvement. I agree with kobal (if i understand correctly his intention) in stating that it might be easier for someone to enjoy a game with less options at hand than TC's, but its best to try it for oneself: one of my friends started playing with EA TC and MA TC, and its his fav nation still so far, otoh my favourite is MA Abysia in part because of low magical and troop diversity (which is still enough for most situations to win games for me)