Artania

The number of recruitment camps and mines varies in the territories under control, and this is where the balance lies. The varying strength of garrisons and the different sizes of territories mean that different races emerge into the world in different ways. Orcs are almost immediately an attacking race, while the others are more defensive.

A mentor is present. I customized it for myself and forgot to reset it.

Neutrals near cities are very tough for leveling up on the map, and there are strict divisions of territories into "ours" and "theirs," so strong opponents are always far away. Serious battles involve specially reinforced units in specific locations (2 centers of power in neutral territories).
Elves specifically lack roads and stables. This is why Elven heroes are given logistics perks and artifacts that reduce movement penalties on difficult terrain. The idea is that the enemy moves slowly through Elven lands, while the Elves move quickly, which is why there are no roads and why cities are connected by a network of portals. Silvan trees and Ent groves are part of the environment. I wanted to create a magical Elven forest, so I minimized everything that couldn't be related to the Elven green theme. Did I succeed in creating such a forest?
I will work on the shores.

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These are the locations mentioned earlier for those who enjoy challenging opponents. Yes, that's how it should be, and it's best not to wander there with weak heroes, as it can be dangerous, and there are not only Knights there.