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I meant those who don't like Ashan.
Here, look, how else could the faction have been named?
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bobchik
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It's hard to say, I'm not particularly familiar with either.
When I started playing Heroes 5, I actually thought that Kolya was Catherine's son from Heroes 3.
Then I stopped playing the games.
Overall, both are good, so I'm voting for the third option.
I don't know about the classic games, but in Ashan, the origin of the beastmen is clearly explained, and it's quite interesting how many different types they have.
And the racial aspect is also more clearly defined. For example, the Orcs are a real race – steppe, island, with their own nuances, abilities, and they are different from each other, instead of magic, they have unique battle cries that emphasize their individuality, as do the dwarves – with their own runic magic. However, this is understandable, as Ashan was developed later, when it was possible to add more features. But that's a plus.
By the way, it's a pity that there are no efreets in Ashan – they were cool monsters.
When I started playing Heroes 5, I actually thought that Kolya was Catherine's son from Heroes 3.
Then I stopped playing the games.
Overall, both are good, so I'm voting for the third option.
I don't know about the classic games, but in Ashan, the origin of the beastmen is clearly explained, and it's quite interesting how many different types they have.
And the racial aspect is also more clearly defined. For example, the Orcs are a real race – steppe, island, with their own nuances, abilities, and they are different from each other, instead of magic, they have unique battle cries that emphasize their individuality, as do the dwarves – with their own runic magic. However, this is understandable, as Ashan was developed later, when it was possible to add more features. But that's a plus.
By the way, it's a pity that there are no efreets in Ashan – they were cool monsters.
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Elementary – Sylvan.
Ple-Sen
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Inferno – that sounds good! And Necropolis can also be translated as Necropolis. So...
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The Underworld – that sounds good!
And Necropolis can also be translated as Necropolis.
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I have a question: What exactly do you like about the original world “in general” and “compared to Ashan”?
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This simply indicates the English translation of the city's name. Inferno and Necropolis have such names because their translations "don't sound good" (Hell and City of the Dead). But for others, the English name "doesn't sound good." If they were translated like that, we would have all sorts of Heavens, Dungeons, etc.
My question: What exactly do you like about the Original World "in general" and "compared to Ashan"?
The Original Universe is special. At least because it was created with soul; commerce was probably secondary for John. And that is noticeable. Of course, the Ancients bother me a little, but I understand that they are essential; they are the framework of that world, so I had to come to terms with it. When I play the fifth or sixth game, I have the feeling that everything was done just for the sake of it. Just to have it. The exception, as I said before, is the map "The Fury and the Mire" – I have an inexplicable love for it.
Ple-Sen
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The original universe has a wonderful atmosphere, detailed world-building, and a long history. The setting itself is quite unusual. It seems like fantasy, but then you realize that the planet's inhabitants are not the original population, technology is much more advanced than even in the "real" world, and the demons are not demons at all, but evil aliens. All of this is complemented by a number of quite charming villains and unconventional, even by modern standards, plot twists. As for Ashen, it's just a typical fantasy setting; there are countless worlds like it. It's not bad, but it doesn't stand out much among the others.
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The Russian language doesn't have words like Dungeon, Heaven, and so on. But it does have the word "Sylvan," even though it's of foreign origin. Don't believe me? Google it.
The true beauty of the original universe was revealed to me by the campaign in Might and Magic III. Perhaps I'm wrong to draw conclusions based on just one part, but I can't help it – the impression was too strong and positive. The plot has a sense of epic scale, which is lacking in, for example, Might and Magic VI. If there's a demon invasion, why not go all out, create some incredible campaign with an exciting plot, so that the player can at least feel the situation (especially since the graphics allow it)! But no. Everything is done according to a template, without much imagination. I keep using the "Reign of Chaos" campaign as an example – it's magnificent. That's where you see creativity, a well-thought-out story, and engaging gameplay. And that was in 2001!
The original universe is special. At least because it was created with passion; commerce was probably secondary for Jon. And it shows. I'm a little confused by the Ancients, but I understand that they're essential; they're the framework of that world, so I had to accept it. When I play Might and Magic V or VI, I have the feeling that everything was done just for the sake of it. Just to have something. The exception, as I said before, is the "The Fury and the Mire" map – I have an inexplicable love for it.
Perhaps the whole uniqueness of the original universe is that it is bigger, perhaps two or three times bigger, in all aspects. It has no boundaries, but Ashan does. And for example, you can't explain something like Space Marines in Ashan...
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I googled it. Sylvan is the god of forests. So what?
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Okay, now look up what "Inferno" means in Russian. It means nothing special; they just named a faction that way. Everyone is fine.
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Here is what Inferno means in Russian. In English, it truly means hell, and this meaning "moved" into the Russian language, as it didn't exist there originally. By analogy, there is nothing preventing us from calling the forest faction Sylvan; the word has a direct connection to nature.
XEL
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This simply refers to the English translation of the city's name.
XEL
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She has no limitations, but Ashan does. And for example, you can't explain something like Space Marines in Ashan...
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This is a "Sylvan" translation. As with other nonsense like "Haven", "Academy", "Stronghold", and "Dungeon". The original versions of Heroes 5 and 6 are in English.
bobchik
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This is a translation of "Sylvan." Like all the other nonsense, such as "Alliance of Light," "Order of the Dawn," "Barbarian Tribes," and "League of Shadows." The original versions of Heroes 5 and 6 are in English.
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