Heroes of Might and Magic V [Game Discussion]

Ah, if only the expansion pack would come out sooner! I really want to see the gnome faction! I hope it won't be worse than the other factions! Although it's hard to mess up gnomes. By the way, does anyone know when the expansion pack will be released?
Also, regarding maps - there's an article on mapmaking in the November issue of "Iгромания." I haven't read it in detail yet, but it seems to be very well written.