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Hello, is it possible to download a mod that replaces the Orc faction?
No. Firstly, this is our "Local Modification" - meaning it's a version of Heroes, and we're not sure how it will behave with another mod. Secondly, removing the Orcs is more of a temporary measure. Since the faction is currently "undergoing a rework," the plan is to ultimately rethink it and add a new, interesting, and gameplay-rich faction in its place. The most likely choice is the "Invaders," but there are several questions regarding its implementation, especially concerning the faction mechanics and city mechanics.
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In reality, while the faction is being changed and "various things" are being done to it, the task is simply to remove it from access. It's easy to remove the Heroes and Creatures from generation, but the city itself is a different matter. That was the question.
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We've already gotten somewhat used to the new feature with the "City Randomizer," where, in some cases, cities disappear from the map. In any case, for now, it provides an interesting opportunity to replay old maps in a slightly unconventional format. You don't know how the feature will work and how many AI opponents will ultimately appear - how many cities will be on the map? Because if there's no city, there's the entire location, but without the city, it changes significantly in terms of gameplay perception. Now it's more of a "bonus zone" that's interesting to capture or infiltrate, collect useful artifacts, and so on. But often it's a dead end and located in such a way that when you go there, you need to remember about "home," because there's no city here anymore, and the same AI can come to your home. :)