Players control powerful magicians called Wielders who explore an overworld map to collect resources (gold, stone, wood, glimmerweave, ancient amber, and celestial ore), capture settlements, and find artifacts.
The game loop is divided into two primary layers that mirror its classic inspirations: Songs of Conquest
Hardy raiders and a sentient colony of flora and fungus introduced in the Vanir expansion. Key Features and Reception and celestial ore)
Merchant states specializing in mercenaries and gunpowder technology. Songs of Conquest
It supports local "hot-seat" and online multiplayer, along with a robust Map Editor that allows players to create and share their own campaigns.
The game initially featured four distinct factions, with additional factions introduced through DLC:
Scholars and cultists who raise the dead to restore a fallen empire.