MA Test Game - Retinues

[DrPraetorious]

Tough commanders or tough *retinues* could both balance weaker nations.

I'll consider stripping the retinue off the Kappa Chief - I don't think he's much use as a thug (in spite of his recuperation and kung fu), but as an amphibious commander of course you will use him some - but then, as soon as you get any water provinces, you'll switch entirely to indie commanders, guaranteed.

Originally Posted by Wrana

Yes, I thought something along these lines. Thug commanders in civilized nations should be summons or specialists such as above-mentioned Kappa chief or Serpent Lord. Black Lords of Ulm are something of an exception, being good commanders as well, but Ulm forging ability allows to make thugs much easier.