HELP: Ermor, Broken Empire (Middle Age)

[Arboris]

I am intrigued with the thought of ruling this dark and sinister empire. I have a dozen or so games under my belt and have avoided this empire as I reacquainted myself with the intricate details of Dominions. (What a great game of unprecedented depth!)

I’m not a fan of the Death Scale but I can be converted with the right advice. However I link long epic games and have read that tipping the scale in favor of death may not be a good strategy in epic scale games.

I’m looking for some advice from veteran rules of the Ermor empire. Tips, strategies, tactics, and recipes for disaster are all welcome.

Thank you!

-Arboris