Tech tree

Unlocks a recruitment slot for apprentices.

Tier

1

Branch

1

Tech points

1

Non-leader Units in Squads now gain LDR at a modest rate, up to below 10 of the Squad Leader's current LDR stat.

Tier

1

Branch

1

Tech points

1

Expands the Mercenary and Item Trader pools, giving us more opportunity to hire experienced warriors and purchase exotic Artifacts.

Tier

1

Branch

1

Tech points

1

Enemy squads incur a movement penalty when moving between tiles that are adjacent to our Infantry type squads.

Tier

1

Branch

1

Tech points

1

All 'Support' classes gain +20 Maximum HP.

Tier

1

Branch

1

Tech points

1

It is now easier for our Cavalry Squads to achieve a Charge attack. Instead of requiring having moved 7 tiles before attacking, now they can move 6 tiles to achieve the same effect.

Tier

1

Branch

2

Tech points

1

Each unit gains +3 Weapon Power for each unit of a different type added to the Squad, starting with the 2nd unit type.

Tier

1

Branch

2

Tech points

1

We now have the ability to use the 'Target Leader' attack type.

Tier

1

Branch

2

Tech points

1

Defeating enemy squad leader causes even more Morale damage.

Tier

1

Branch

2

Tech points

1

All new Conscripts start at +1 Level, and with half Class Mastery of their starting class.

Tier

1

Branch

2

Tech points

1

Unlocks a second Artifact slot, allowing us to further customize our squads.

Tier

1

Branch

3

Tech points

1

We can now construct Crossbows, unlocking the Crossbowmen class.

Tier

1

Branch

3

Tech points

1

Grants Heavy Infantry and Heavy Cavalry +25 MaxHP.

Tier

1

Branch

3

Tech points

1

Improved Steel Plate Armor grants our Heavy Infantry and Heavy Cavalry +5 Armor.

Tier

1

Branch

3

Tech points

1

Our Light Armor has advanced, enhancing the Armor of all Light Infantry, Light Cavalry, Archery, and Firearms units gain +5 Armor.

Tier

1

Branch

3

Tech points

1

Familiarity with Dracology has given our Drakelings, Dragons, and Dragon Riders 25% faster Class Mastery gain from combat and a slightly increased chance to appear as mercenaries.

Tier

2

Branch

1

Tech points

2

All units gain Class Mastery 15% faster.

Tier

2

Branch

1

Tech points

2

Advanced breeding techniques have resulted in larger, hardier war horses. All Cavalry gains +50 Maximum HP.

Tier

2

Branch

1

Tech points

2

Acolytes, Paladins, Valkyries, Exemplar, and Titan receive an additional bonus to Magic Resistance based on a portion of their Armor.

Tier

2

Branch

1

Tech points

2

Medic, Priestess, Templar, Hospitaller take 25% less damage with Paladin, Valkyrie, Exemplar or Titan in the same Squad

Tier

2

Branch

1

Tech points

2

Cavalry squads now deal significant Morale damage when attacking with a Charge Attack.

Tier

2

Branch

2

Tech points

2

Polearm units now grant bonus attack and defense versus melee to any adjacent unit.

Tier

2

Branch

2

Tech points

2

We now have the ability to use the 'Aggressive' and 'Cautious' attack types.

Tier

2

Branch

2

Tech points

2

Squads gain a Morale bonus when within 3 tiles of a Base, Village, or Town owned by our faction.

Tier

2

Branch

2

Tech points

2

+1 arrows fired (from 3 to 4) by Archery units at 2 or more range.

Tier

2

Branch

2

Tech points

2

Unlocks a 3rd Artifact slot, allowing us maximum customizability for our squads.

Tier

2

Branch

3

Tech points

2

Crossbowmen and Rangers gain an additional 25% bonus damage against Heavy Infantry and Heavy Cavalry.

Tier

2

Branch

3

Tech points

2

Grants Heavy Infantry and Heavy Cavalry +25 Max HP for a cumulative effect of +50. Unlocks powerful firearms technologies.

Tier

2

Branch

3

Tech points

2

Now that we have a grasp on the powerful and rare metal named Obsidian, we can use it to enhance our existing Steel Plate Armor, granting Heavy Infantry and Heavy Cavalry an additional +5 Armor.

Tier

2

Branch

3

Tech points

2

Using hides from the fearsome Behemoth, we can further enhance our Light Armor. Light Infantry, Light Cavalry, Archers, and Firearms gain an additional +5 to Armor.

Tier

2

Branch

3

Tech points

2

All 'Magician' and 'Support' classes are now of the 'Normal' unit type rather than 'Slow', and Magician attacks decay in power more slowly when used consecutively.

Tier

3

Branch

1

Tech points

3

Spells that have a charge-up turn can now be cast on the first turn of battle when on offense.

Tier

3

Branch

1

Tech points

3

Status effects from Magician and Dragon breath attacks have an increased chance to be inflicted.

Tier

3

Branch

1

Tech points

3

Magician and Dragon breath attacks ignore 25% of the target's resistance.

Tier

3

Branch

1

Tech points

3

Dragoons are now 'Light Cavalry' move type.

Tier

3

Branch

2

Tech points

3

+15% Attack power when engaging in close range battles for each allied squad that is adjacent to the target enemy squad.

Tier

3

Branch

2

Tech points

3

Resources

3 Iron

Improves effects of most special tactics.

Tier

3

Branch

2

Tech points

3

Villages, Towns, Castles, and Bases held by our faction now provide healing to our Squads within 3 tiles every turn.

Tier

3

Branch

2

Tech points

3

All 'Archery' classes are now of the 'Light' unit type, a massive advantage to mobility and ambushes.

Tier

3

Branch

2

Tech points

3

All Artifacts cost -1 Capacity.

Tier

3

Branch

3

Tech points

3

Artillery attacks have increased splash radius and damage.

Tier

3

Branch

3

Tech points

3

Resources

3 Iron

We are now able to manufacture guns and cannons. Unlocks the Gunner, Dragoon, and Siege Cannon classes.

Tier

3

Branch

3

Tech points

3

Resources

3 Pyrocite

'Gunner' units and Artillery are no longer negatively affected by weather.

Tier

3

Branch

3

Tech points

3

Unlocks the Dragon Rider class. The ultimate unit type, allowing us to control Dragon flight ability to take to the skies.

Tier

4

Branch

1

Tech points

4

Capstone

Yes: needs every other tech of its branch

ALL squads in the army gain +10 capacity limit.

Tier

4

Branch

1, 2

Tech points

4

Capstone

Yes: needs every other tech of its branch

New Conscripts start with mastery of all available Tier 1 classes, start with +3 Levels, and with full Loyalty to your cause.

Tier

4

Branch

2

Tech points

4

Capstone

Yes: needs every other tech of its branch

Advanced firearm techniques grant our Gunners and Dragoons an additional attack.

Tier

4

Branch

2, 3

Tech points

4

Capstone

Yes: needs every other tech of its branch

We are now able to maintain high-energy blast furnaces, allowing for far more efficient processing of materials. -1 Iron and Obsidian costs for all units.

Tier

4

Branch

3

Tech points

4

Capstone

Yes: needs every other tech of its branch

+1 Range to Siege Cannons.

Tier

4

Branch

3, 1

Tech points

4

Capstone

Yes: needs every other tech of its branch