Guardsmen - why so rare?

Metathron · #1 12-25-2008, 12:17 AM

I don't know...they've been pretty rare in all of my games so far. The only certain source is the chapel, but that dries up quickly, as has been mentioned. Pity that there isn't an infinite number of them at the castle at one point.

lauvhk · #2 12-25-2008, 04:51 AM

I don't think there is any structure in the Elves and Death land selling guardsman. You may wish to consider some other units to replace them.

Furious Paladin is the other vendor that may have lots of guardsman on sale but unlike the chapel, it is random.

elkston · #3 12-25-2008, 12:29 PM

Thanks for the replies, guys. I've pretty much come to the realization that I'll always be short on Guardsmen this game. I did try the "sacrifice" spell, but it simply doesn't produce them in the numbers I would like. Perhaps casting it at a higher level would be more beneficial, but I am a warrior and don't want to invest any more points in magic.

Either way, there are plenty of alternatives. I'm even thinking of carrying around 3 "archer" stacks (Hunters, cannonballers, bowmen) to maximize use of that great scope artifact!

Super game, BTW. Probably sleeper of the year.

lauvhk · #4 12-25-2008, 01:36 PM

I just realize that the Guardsman in the chapel will turn into "Horde" after defeating Karador. It has been a while since I defeat Karador.

elkston · #5 12-25-2008, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by lauvhk

I just realize that the Guardsman in the chapel will turn into "Horde" after defeating Karador. It has been a while since I defeat Karador.

Ahhh, good to know. I'll just keep playing then and have more patience!!!