Extended Cultures Discussion

[Zarax]

Technically it could be possible but it would require heavy scripting and be at risk of being easy to exploit.

[SuperTechmarine]

Could you add Alexandros and Helenus to Pyrrhus' FMs? I'd do it myself but I'm still getting a feel for RTW modding.

[Zarax]

Epirus will get a full family tree in XC5.
If you feel like modding we're always on lookout for some extra help, especially on the art side.

[romanius24]

Just wanted to say again how awesome this mod is.
Without a doubt one of the best RTW mods.
Keep up the good work.

[Zarax]

Thank you, we're working hard to improve it

[Artorath]

Is there any relation between tax rate and rebels, or do they just pop up much more frequently and with more men regardless in this mod. Not a bad thing to be clear, just curious.

Also the economic tour guide is down, probably because of that forum switch back whenever, does anyone still have it?

[Zarax]

IIRC it's a fixed chance rather than tax related.
As for the tour guide, Suppanut may still have it...

[Suppanut]

Now guide has been reposted as you demand.

[Artorath]

Awesome, thanks guys.

[romanius24]

Would it be possible to add the Fortuna Orbis map textures(if they agree of course) or is it too late to work on that?
http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showt...is-Map-Preview

They look amazing and it think they're a good fit for XC.

[Zarax]

We reworked map textures for XC5, you will see the alpha soon.

[Zarax]

A new test build is available: http://www.wmwiki.com/hosted/cv/xcfi...st04042015.exe
It contains a first test of Epirus, note it's still very rough.

[Silver Legionary]

I'll start bug-hunting as is tradition.

[Zarax]

Testing a possible new Epeirote elite unit:

[Zarax]

Just like the good old days, a new test build is here:
http://www.wmwiki.com/hosted/cv/xcfi...st06042015.exe

Epirus now has a new unit and a semblance of recruitment roster.
Added campaign description.

[_Suetonius_]

I'm playing a provincial campaign as Epirus in the current version of the game, so not in a test version or something, and I can't seem to figure the money situation out.

You go bankrupt after the first turn, that's a given. I queued the construction of a port in every town and city I owned at that moment. With the one army you have in Italy I've managed to conquer all of the Roman land. The cities aren't very populated yet so exterminating doesn't give that much money. From the garrisons in greece I made an army and went north (should've gone south towards Sparta) but having to leave some troops in every city means you're spread very thin. You're -25000 at this point so building, recruiting or retraining are not possible. I'm finally earning some money now, after most of my hoplites that were garrisoned in greece are dead, but it would probably take me a great deal of turns to get back into positive. I may be able to build a building once every 2-3 turns and recruiting some garrison troops to get my actual troops back together without having a city revolt would mean a status quo on income again.

How did you guys go about with this campaign. Tips are always welcome!

[Zarax]

Demolish anything you don't need in cities and try using your diplomat to sell maps and trade agreements.
Other than that, wait and consolidate, Epirus campaign is very hard as like in history Pyrrhus had to use draconian measures to keep his army.

[Artorath]

I'm playing as Pontus, and all my local governors have late bodyguards after the Marian reforms.

Is this supposed to happen...?

[Zarax]

Definitely not, what version are you playing?

[Artorath]

4 v1.12, Steam, Alex, and RS2 environment pack.

afaik everything else has been fine.

I haven't recruited any new ones yet but right clicking the unit from the recruitment screen still shows the usual. Also they still have 100 upkeep.