Invasion of Meridell is a strategy game where you defend Meridell from the invading Darigan troops. You must turn enemy forces into Meridellians while preventing them from sacking villages. The game is divided into missions and battles, with the goal of retrieving a lost item and building a strong defense force. Each month the score resets, and the game works as a monthly tournament.
Gameplay Phases and Objectives:
- Missions: There are 10 missions, each consisting of 3 battles.
- Lost Items: You can retrieve a lost item in any of the battles; these items boost your strength but aren’t required.
- Battle Rules: You can make 5 moves per turn. Enemies move and attack based on their position. You lose a battle if your enemies sack 4 villages.
- Winning: Prevent the enemy from sacking all your villages while you battle and convert the invaders.
Your Troops and Weapons:
- Troops: Your army consists of various characters such as Villagers, Soldiers, Captains, and Lieutenants. You need to carefully select your fighters, ensuring they have high attack and defense stats. Troops should be healed and armed at all times.
- Grundos: These units are essential for healing your troops, especially useful during the Second Wave of the game. Equip them with a Robe and a Scroll for healing.
- Skeiths: Keep at least two with Axes for the Second Wave.
- Weapons:
- First Wave: Use a Bow (found at Soldier Rank).
- Second Wave: Equip your troops with a Double Sword and Chain Mail for better defense.
- Other Useful Items: Amulets and axes for immediate attack and movement; Lightning Wand for added damage.
Stats and Battle Mechanics:
- Hit Points (HP): Represents the health of a fighter. It maxes at 18 HP in the first wave and increases to 21 in the second wave. Fighters with 0 HP are converted to the enemy side.
- Attack Strength: Determines the damage dealt. It increases as you progress through the game, with a maximum of 19 in the second wave.
- Defense Strength: Reduces the damage taken from the enemy. A higher defense results in less damage from the opponent.
Damage Calculation:
- Formula:
S (Strength) = Strength Number (SN) + Roll (R)
D (Damage) = Strength (S) – Opponent’s Defense Number (DN)
The maximum damage occurs when the roll (R) is 20.
Maximizing Points:
- Prioritize Healing: Keeping your troops healed is more important than pure attack power. Avoid letting your fighters fall below 0 HP.
- Strategic Conversions: Do not transform all the invaders at once. Leave one enemy alive and allow it to keep converting one of your units until you reach a higher rank.
- Weapon Management: Keep a variety of weapons, especially amulets and a Lightning Wand, for quick attacks and defense boosts.
- Targeting: Focus attacks on invaders near your soldiers or those with low HP to prevent them from damaging your villages.
Game Strategy Tips:
- Mission 5: Get a second Grundo and equip him for healing during the Second Wave.
- Mission 7, Battle 3: Focus on completing this battle within the same month you start the game to earn the avatar.
- Battle Tactics: Don’t rush to attack. Prioritize defense and healing, and take your time to build up your forces.
Conclusion:
Invasion of Meridell is a deep, strategic game that requires careful planning and balanced troop management. The key to success is prioritizing defense, healing your units, and using the right weapons at the right time. With patience and a strategic mindset, you can work your way through the missions, protect Meridell, and earn the coveted avatar.
