The Derethi Empire

The Derethi Empire is a slow but steady high-warrior red faction, which uses a timer mechanism instead of dice in combat. As they slowly spread throughout the Woodland, they gain priests and monks with powerful abilities, and their combat potential slowly grows unstoppable. But they have to watch out! They will face the Wrath of Jaddeth if their monasteries are destroyed.

As the Derethi Empire, you score points by spreading throughout the Woodland, proclaiming the ways of Jaddeth. His kingdom must be made ready, for though he slumbers in the earth for a time, he will return to rule the world when the Woodland worships him!

As Jaddeth rises inexorably from the earth, so your power will steadily grow: at the beginning of each turn, you will Ascend the Chain of Command by gaining a new priest, each of which is equipped with powerful actions and abilities. As Jaddeth rises, your army of priests will grow, but it will become harder and harder to build your monasteries and convert the Woodlanders!

However, your warriors are not simple soldiers but martial monks well equipped to grow Jaddeth's kingdom: trained assassins, deadly spies, and superhuman warriors. You can gain these powerful monks by initiating your warriors at your monasteries, but beware! The making of a true warrior always requires a sacrifice.