[b]Greetings, Wielders![/b] Prepare yourselves for another update, this one comes with a grave-like touch as we return to the eerie Barony of Loth and embrace our inner cultists! As always, this latest version of Songs of Conquest is packed with a little bit of everything. From essential bug fixes and AI behavior updates to a plethora of small tweaks and changes, we've left no tomb unturned. But let's be honest – there's definitely an undead theme lurking in the shadows. [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40723472/3238cc4020a7eb7db9a558fa672eabf239b854ac.png[/img][i]The Barony of Loth travel agency really has their work cut out for them![/i] Ah, it seems we missed a buried treasure in last week's update – but fear not! The elusive Great Excavation map has been tracked down and added to the roster. It's almost as if it sensed it belonged here all along. But that's not all – speaking of maps, we've got some exciting additions for all you cartographers out there! We've introduced faction-based wood generators, allowing you to tailor your maps even further to suit your vision. And for those who prefer a more randomized playstyle, we've got you covered too! We've revamped the two-player Random Map layout for better balance, with more frequent and formidable guards and resource generators to keep you on your toes. Embrace the unpredictability and conquer the unknown! [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40723472/a81ce42edd188039746818f4e98d80a597b1e438.png[/img][i]You never truly know what you’re getting yourself into with a random map, but the menu helps![/i] In this update, even our AI opponents have been touched by the whispers of the tomb. Their build plans have been improved to create more diverse and strategic opponents. No longer will they construct duplicate small buildings on their first four build sites, and they'll now vary their choices for the first medium-build sites beyond just marketplaces. Plus, they've become adept at reserving sites for future upgrades. Ah, but there's more to the AI's repertoire! It has learned the art of hunkering down in the face of adversity. When it senses the impending last stand, it will fortify its defenses and stand its ground, determined to give as good as it gets. While this may sometimes still result in defeat, on other occasions, it signals the turning of the tide – offering the AI a chance to recover and launch a counteroffensive! [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40723472/01bba3163524565468bd61b92497d8f3045d4748.png[/img][i]The AI has started to sense its impending doom! Walls, towers, and a defending Wielder![/i] The Barony of Loth, steeped in undead legend and good intentions. We've delved deep into it and reworked its campaign, ensuring it integrates with our recent AI improvements. But that's not all – we've crafted both small and grand visual enhancements to all four maps, utilizing both old and new tools to elevate the experience. Yet, our greatest efforts have been aimed at recalibrating the difficulties, based on our new system to improve this skeleton-powered campaign. Some challenges now stand as formidable tests of skill, while others offer a gentler path for those seeking a more forgiving journey. It's all in service of crafting a richer, more balanced story and experience for you, the intrepid Wielders. And all of this is thanks to the feedback that you, the community have given us, so thank you! [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/40723472/8dbbdbd6142910bddd11f7d75427846385191d49.png[/img][i]Now that is a man filled with good intentions. And a key figure in the Loth Campaign.[/i] In addition to all these exciting developments, we've been on a bug-hunting spree, making small adjustments to game mechanics and fine-tuning general optimizations. As always, we highly recommend brewing a hot mug of cocoa and settling in with our freshly minted changelog to fully savor all the details of our latest update. Read all about it here. Can you believe it's been a year since the first version of our third campaign clawed its way out from its shallow grave? Now is the perfect time to revisit the tombs, cities, and mysteries that the Barony of Loth has to offer. Prepare to delve into the depths once more, and uncover the secrets that still lie buried. Our eye turns now towards eliminating bugs and doing the last bit of play-testing for our last campaign. The dunes of Barya are closing in and we can’t wait to share that last adventure with you. Stay tuned as we will share news on that precious release date soon. Turn to Conquest Wielders, the Barony of Loth awaits! [b]/Everyone at Lavapotion[/b] [url=https://songsofconquest.com/changelog097]Changelog[/url] [url=https://twitter.com/songsofconquest]Twitter[/url] [url=https://discord.com/invite/soc]Discord[/url] [url=https://www.youtube.com/@SongsofConquest]Youtube[/url] [url=https://www.instagram.com/songsofconquest/]Instagram[/url] [url=https://www.facebook.com/songsofconquest/]Facebook[/url] [url=https://www.threads.net/@songsofconquest/]Threads[/url]