Restless Lands

Started playing. Why does one hero have an army, and the other doesn't? It's not going very well at the beginning...

Yes, the start on this map is quite challenging. The difference in armies is justified. The thing is, demons can only pass through the super-outposts in the south (the other path is blocked by a script). Accordingly, you defend against attacks with a strong hero, while you develop the weak one relatively peacefully. Of course, the demons can reach the weak hero, but only by running past the strong one, and you just need to "not miss" that moment.

I think I'll have to develop the northern hero further because the southern one has no chance against the outposts, although I have some ideas. I'll try to implement them tomorrow.

Generally, yes, but there is one nuance - the southern outposts are theoretically passable (I did it by using a small trick). I can give you a hint, but I won't for now. It's interesting that there are only 4 ways to get to the demon (I won't tell you that either), so play and try. I'm glad the map has interested you :)