Is the game going to be similar to Heroes of Might & Magic?
Despite the fact that both Etherlords and Heroes of Might & Magic share the same genre and take place in fantasy worlds, there is a serious difference between the two. Etherlords’ core element is one-to-one combats between rival heroes, based on popular trade card games, where your only weapon is magic. Your heroes can summon monsters and cast spells. Monsters form your heroes’ army, and fight for them. Monsters can both attack the opponent hero and block enemy monsters’ attacks. If a certain amount of damage remains unblocked by the monsters you summoned, it is inflicted directly to your hero, which can eventually lead to the hero’s death. In Etherlords (as well as in HoMM) your heroes will capture new territories and resources. However, in Etherlords you will use them to enhance your heroes’ spell sets, buy runes that you need for casting spells in battle, and upgrade strategically important buildings under your control.
