Reports on online games and their confirmations (Autumn 2009 season).

Despite Shakti seemingly having a large advantage, Shakti won (playing for both sides) by a very small margin (and only if the Gnomes don't resist the Explosion). The Black Orb only hinders Ivor.

Shakti won with a magic power of 13? How did the battle unfold?
In our battle, my centaurs and wyverns took out the enemy's troops in the first round; I think this could have been avoided. On the other hand, would I have then engaged with all my units at once? And what would have happened if the battle had turned into an exchange of explosions? Based on the heroes' parameters, a melee fight would have been more advantageous for Shakti.

And does the black orb also reduce resistance for the Gnomes? If it reduces resistance for the Gnomes, does it then reduce resistance from the hero's skill and artifacts?