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{{Faction
|Faction name = Dwarves
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|Faction name = Dwarves
|Image = File:Dwarves.png
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|Image = File:Dwarves.png
|Techtree =
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|Techtree = [[Magitech]]
|Creator = Wciow, jda, and Archmage
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|Creator = Wciow, Jda, and Archmage
|Version = Aglarond 0.1.1
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|Version = Aglarond 0.1.2p2
|Link = http://www.mediafire.com/file/gyqnmzdxnwu/dwarves-aglarond-0.1.1.7z
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|Link = http://www.mediafire.com/file/f2smxb3bm0od8mm/dwarves-aglarond-0.1.2p2.7z
|Filesize = 24.6 MB
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|Filesize = 24.9 MB
|Archive format = 7zip
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|Archive format = 7-Zip
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'''Dwarves''' is a faction made by the Wciow, Jda, and Archmage, based upon Dwarves from various fantasy sources, including those such as Lord of the Rings. it features a full sized tech meant to be added to the [[Magitech]] tech tree. Featuring 18 units and 6 upgrades, it's roughly the size of the default Magitech factions, [[Tech]] and [[Magic]], though the issue of balance has always been a challenge in its development.
'''Dwarves''' is a faction made by the Wciow, jda, and archmage.
 
   
 
==History==
 
==History==
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Originally started by Wciow, he finished a complete version, naming it the final. However, two other modders, Jda and Archmage, have since expanded the Dwarves faction minorly, adding some new unit types, improving balance, and various smaller changes. It is a fully functional mod now, and while "officially" declared a WIP in its included Read Me, development appears to be complete.
   
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[[File:Bombard.png|thumb|The Bombard, a mighty long ranged unit in Dwarves.]]
==Units in Dwarves==
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==Units==
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*Bomboard
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*Cannoneer
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*Defense Tower
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*Dragon Slayer
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*Engineer
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*Farm
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*Flame Team
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*Foundry
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*Goat
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*Guardian
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*Miner
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*Observation Balloon
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*Outrider
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*Rhinox Pen
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*Stronghold
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*Warrior
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*Worker[[File:OutridersontheNight3.jpg|thumb|"Tears Of The Outriders" by Little Helper]]
   
==Buildings in Dwarves==
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==Public Opinion==
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The dwarves is a well liked mod, and while it has mostly slipped under the radar, it features high quality models and fun, innovative gameplay. Many players value it among their favorite techs. Its popularity is largely attributed to its traditional feel and unique gameplay.
   
 
==Scenarios==
 
==Scenarios==
 
=== The Three Towers ===
 
=== The Three Towers ===
* Author: [http://glest.org/glest_board/index.php?action=profile;u=4701 wciow]
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* Author: [http://glest.org/glest_board/index.php?action=profile;u=4701 Wciow]
* Techtree: Consult the package readme.txt file
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* Techtree: Magitech
* Download: http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?1muknztimzm Scenario
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* Download: [http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?1muknztimzm Scenario]
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Exclusively for the Dwarves faction, this extra Scenario can be downloaded for play with the Dwarves.
* Download: http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?mtzuhzndnez Multiplayer
 
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* Date: Aug 2009
 
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==Strategies==
http://images3.wikia.nocookie.net/glest/images/thumb/8/85/Th_valley-multiplayergbm.jpg/120px-Th_valley-multiplayergbm.jpg
 
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:<small>Main Article: [[Strategies]]</small>
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===Bombard Rushing===
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The bombard is quite powerful, has lots of HP, and is a ranged unit, meaning in large numbers, they are very potent foes. Massed together with melee units in the front row, such as the Dragon Slayer, a small squad can make short work of foes, particularly armoured foes and buildings. The high power and range of their attacks gives a large advantage over melee units.
   
 
==Image Gallery==
 
==Image Gallery==
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</gallery>
   
==Video Gallery==
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==Trivia==
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*Release names for the dwarves are based upon name of popular fictionous dwarves, such as Gimli.
   
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==See Also==
<gallery orientation="landscape" captionalign="center">
 
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*[[Magitech]]
</gallery>
 
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*[[Mods/List|List of Mods]]
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==External Links==
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*[http://glest.org/glest_board/index.php?topic=5187.0 Current Forum Thread]
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*[http://glest.org/glest_board/index.php?topic=3695.0 Old Forum Thread]
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[[Category:Factions]]
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[[Category:Mods]]
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[[Category:Factions]]
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[[Category:Mods]]

Latest revision as of 18:45, 13 January 2012

Dwarves
Dwarves
Techtree

Magitech

Creator

Wciow, Jda, and Archmage

Version

Aglarond 0.1.2p2

Download link

Download

File size

24.9 MB

Archive format

7-Zip


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Dwarves is a faction made by the Wciow, Jda, and Archmage, based upon Dwarves from various fantasy sources, including those such as Lord of the Rings. it features a full sized tech meant to be added to the Magitech tech tree. Featuring 18 units and 6 upgrades, it's roughly the size of the default Magitech factions, Tech and Magic, though the issue of balance has always been a challenge in its development.

History[]

Originally started by Wciow, he finished a complete version, naming it the final. However, two other modders, Jda and Archmage, have since expanded the Dwarves faction minorly, adding some new unit types, improving balance, and various smaller changes. It is a fully functional mod now, and while "officially" declared a WIP in its included Read Me, development appears to be complete.

Bombard

The Bombard, a mighty long ranged unit in Dwarves.

Units[]

  • Bomboard
  • Cannoneer
  • Defense Tower
  • Dragon Slayer
  • Engineer
  • Farm
  • Flame Team
  • Foundry
  • Goat
  • Guardian
  • Miner
  • Observation Balloon
  • Outrider
  • Rhinox Pen
  • Stronghold
  • Warrior
  • Worker
    OutridersontheNight3

    "Tears Of The Outriders" by Little Helper

Public Opinion[]

The dwarves is a well liked mod, and while it has mostly slipped under the radar, it features high quality models and fun, innovative gameplay. Many players value it among their favorite techs. Its popularity is largely attributed to its traditional feel and unique gameplay.

Scenarios[]

The Three Towers[]

Exclusively for the Dwarves faction, this extra Scenario can be downloaded for play with the Dwarves.

Strategies[]

Main Article: Strategies

Bombard Rushing[]

The bombard is quite powerful, has lots of HP, and is a ranged unit, meaning in large numbers, they are very potent foes. Massed together with melee units in the front row, such as the Dragon Slayer, a small squad can make short work of foes, particularly armoured foes and buildings. The high power and range of their attacks gives a large advantage over melee units.

Image Gallery[]

Trivia[]

  • Release names for the dwarves are based upon name of popular fictionous dwarves, such as Gimli.

See Also[]

External Links[]