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Then I ask: Why was it not done in the first place?

I don't have any hopes of a unit actually being added (even a +1 HP change would be near impossible at this point). I'm just curious about what reasons were behind the decision that led to the current balance.

I only asked questions. I didnt state anything. I'm just curious about the reasons. That's all. IMO, as far as drake type units go, they're ok. But saurians could perhaps use a ranged (non-mage) unit type. But that is just my opinion . I'm not experienced enough to know about how balance works in We...

Simple question: Is there any for Drakes having 6 unit types, while other factions have 7 or 8? Is it a balance issue (ie. that extra unit type making Drakes OP)? Is it a lack of resources (sprites, animation, etc)? Or is it one of those "you try it, shows the results and then we'll think about...

I've been playing Drakes for a while now. I only play Drakes, in fact. I've noticed a few nice things about drakes (the race): - Drakes do well on poor defense terrain (a high hp drake can endure 30% def of flat much better than other races with 40% def). - Conversly, drakes do horrible on good terr...