Age of Wonders III is almost upon us! In response to gamer complaints that previous trailers haven't shown much in the way of gameplay, the newest video from Triumph Studios comes in at a staggering 19 minutes. This video serves as the introduction for the new Theocrat Leader Class.
This class looks like a fun one. The Theocrat is a religious-based leader who can mark foes as heretics and call upon all sorts of supernatural abilities in battle. It's not based on any one particular religion or race and you're not stuck with cherubs or something- you can choose Goblin Crusaders, Martyrs, and one of the most powerful units you can summon is an Eldritch Horror. Here's the listing of the class from the game:
"'Theocrats lead the masses by their hearts. They heal, persuade, minister and convert. Their zealots are fiercely loyal, convinced that any action they perform will earn them a greater reward in the afterlife. Because Theocrats tend not to wield many directly offensive powers, it is tempting to believe Theocrats pose no threat. History has proven this to be foolishness. Many earthly kingdoms have fallen under relentless crusades where holy armies of martyrs, evangelists, templar knights, war shrines and angelic beings bring Armageddon to pagan lands.' --'Gifted Lords of the Third Age' by Ralinstone Pedant, Chronicler"
Here's a list of some of the units that the Theocrat class can use:
-Martyr: Martyrs have the ability to absorb the damage dealt to another unit in the Theocrat’s army, sacrificing themselves for the holy cause. These fanatical warriors also throw stones at enemies.
-Evangelist: The Evangelists inspire the Theocrat’s ranks with their Touch of Faith ability and are able to Convert enemy soldiers to the Theocrat’s side on the battlefield.
-Exalted: The most loyal subjects of the Theocrat grow angel-like wings and act as flying infantry in his armies.
-Shrine of Smiting: Theocratic armies carry this Holy Shrine into battle to rain death and destruction upon their enemies. The Shrine’s Smiting Prayer Bolts gets boosted by the Devout units in the supporting army. Once per combat, the Shrine of Smiting can be opened to unleash Ark of the covenant style death and destruction upon the unbeliever. Don't look at it, keep your eyes shut!
Lastly, here's a look at some of the skills that Theocrats will wield. Check out that last one!
-Mighty Meek – They say the meek shall inherit the earth, and this spell gives them the power to do so. The Target friendly unit gains bonus strength for each tier level difference when attacking or defending against a higher tier unit.
-Instant Wrath – Deals half of all damage dealt against target friendly unit back to its attacker until end of combat.
-Mark of the Heretic - Marks the units in target enemy army as Heretics for a few turns. Devout units deal an additional 3 damage against Heretics.
-The Great Purge - Channels divine power to cleanse the land of all supernatural beings. The caster's Infantry and Cavalry units gain Dragon Slayer, Fey Slayer, Giant Slayer, Monster Slayer, Summon Slayer, and Undead Slayer.
-Armageddon - Foretells the end of the world. The caster's entire Empire ignores negative morale modifiers and its units gain Strong Will. The caster's enemies suffer 80% Weakness and cannot regenerate health anymore.
Age of Wonders III will be released on March 31st on Steam and GOG.com for PC.
