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πŸ“… Tactical Tuesday – Terrain is Tactics

[p]β €β €β €β €β €β €β €β €β €β €β €β €β €β €β €β €β €β €β €β €β €β €β €β €β €β €β €β €β €β €[/p][h3][/h3][h3]πŸ“… Tactical Tuesday – Terrain is Tactics[/h3][p]In Shields of Loyalty, brute force alone doesn’t win wars. Knowing the battlefield β€” and how to use it β€” is just as vital as your unit composition.[/p][p]From ancient ruins to storm-ridden fields, every tile holds potential. A skilled tactician studies the land before making a move.[/p][hr][/hr][p]πŸ” Master the Battlefield:[/p][p]🏰 Structures = Cover & Consequence
Ruins, towns, and castles provide defensive bonuses. Beware though β€” siege units deal extra damage to enemies inside these fortified tiles.[/p][p]⚑ Weather Isn’t Just Cosmetic Lightning strikes, fire, and ice rain change battlefield conditions. They can hinder movement, reduce visibility, or even damage units β€” plan ahead![/p][p]🧭 Choke Points and Flanks
Use bridges and narrow valleys to control enemy movement. Place durable infantry to block β€” then send fast units around the side for devastating flanks.[/p][p]🧱 Height = Advantage
Ranged units on elevated ground get an increased attack range. High ground isn’t just cinematic β€” it’s tactical.[/p][p]🌲 Terrain Affects Unit Types
β€’ Cavalry thrives on open plains, allowing better mobility and charge effectiveness.
β€’ Infantry performs better in forests, where movement is slower, but cover is greater.
β€’ Different tiles affect different units β€” so explore, experiment, and adapt.

πŸ›©οΈ Flying Units Bypass Terrain
Ideal for surprise attacks and quick retreats, flying units are your best bet when the battlefield gets messy.

[/p][p]πŸ“Œ Tip: Hover over tiles during gameplay to learn about their effects. Mastery of the land could be your winning edge.[/p][hr][/hr][p]πŸ›‘οΈ So, tactician... how do YOU use the terrain to dominate your foes?
Tell us your best battlefield manoeuvres and terrain tricks in the comments![/p][p]🎯 Don’t forget to wishlist Shields of Loyalty – launching 12 August:
πŸ‘‰ [/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]β€” The Shields of Loyalty Team

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