The Barbarians, thanks to their cyclops, trolls, and wolves, could assemble a quite capable army, and their heroes had the best defensive and offensive skills. A strong castle – and why isn’t it popular?…
I play mostly as the Sylvan faction. The most beautiful castle, the best music in the second part, and possibly the best archers in the game. The Phoenix is good. A large number of fairies is a terrible thing for enemies. Also, an excellent castle.
The Barbarians and the Sylvan faction in the second game (as well as in the fourth) are my favorites.