Besides, I think such discussions are only appropriate when specific game conditions are mentioned. Map size, which faction the opponent is playing, difficulty level, etc.
Because arguing is really pointless: in Heroes of Might and Magic, nothing can be superfluous, and everything that can give even a slight advantage over the opponent should be immediately "adopted."
Wüst und leer und ohne Segen.
Hier bin ich durch dich gefangen,
Muss für dich durchs Feuer gehen.
Du siehst mich in Flammen stehen,
Glühend will ich dich empfangen.