How to Kill the Ancient Presence

[Nikelaos]

I agree though he is quite strong he is probably not worth the work, if you had access to one of the 3 whole battlefeild charm spells useable here then it would be a different story, especially undead mastery which according to my grimoire does not require a morale check for charming like the other 2 thus giving you a commander and a whole 100 troops in a single turn. Unless of course the manual is mistaken or there was a balance change on it.

[Ballbarian]

Best way to clear a province of the Ancient Presence is a good mower.


(Works well for vine infestations as well.)

[Falkor]

I would try the following:

Two small squads (2 x 10 Militia) in the right corner scripted: attack rear and hold + attack rear.
Guarded mage placed in the opposite right corner a bit to the back side scripted: attack one turn, 4x Charm, retreat.

This should give the mage time to cast the spell undisturbed. Retreat after 5 turns saves the mage. AI will probably choose evererything but not charm for him to cast.

Advantages:
-Repeating until successful.
-Get rid of some unwanted upkeep suckers.

[AreaOfEffect]

The best way to get a one-on-one with the guy is with assassination. You would need a mage/assassin with either astral, nature, or death magic to cast the approriate charming spell. Though, to be honest, I don't know what that would do for the ancient presence if you succeed.

[Rytek]

Its not worth it. Unless the province has good magic sights. If it has good magic sights or is in a strategic spot and you have to have it. Best is lots of archers with some blockers. Otherwise save it for a late game undead mastery.