Enemy Army

Lore & Background

Historical records within the realm suggest that warfare is driven by resource scarcity and political ambition. Enemy armies do not merely attack; they siege, blockade, and raid to break the will of a settlement's inhabitants. Their presence reminds every lord that peace is fragile, maintained only through strong walls, well-fed troops, and diplomatic caution.

In Their Own Story

The watchman atop the wooden tower wiped sweat from his brow, squinting into the valley below. The dust rose in a long, dark line where no caravan should be. He heard it then—the heavy thud of iron-shod boots on stone, followed by the distant clatter of siege wheels. There was no time to sound the alarm; the horns were already blowing from the tree line. The Enemy Army had come for the harvest.

Reader's Guide

The Enemy Army functions as the central challenge in military scenarios and random events. Their primary goal is territorial acquisition or resource extraction, achieved through direct combat or siege warfare. Members include generic infantry units, archers, and specialized siege engineers capable of dismantling fortifications. They operate based on strategic logic, often targeting undefended settlements first to maximize efficiency. Their role in the conflict is to test the player's ability to defend their holdings. Players must construct walls, train soldiers, and manage morale to repel these incursions successfully.

Did You Know?

• Enemy forces typically prioritize attacking settlements that lack defensive structures or have low troop morale.
• Siege engines used by enemy armies can bypass standard wooden palisades but are vulnerable to ranged fire.
• Hostile units may retreat if their formation breaks during a prolonged engagement.