Songs of Conquest - The Vanir DLC Review

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The Turn Based Lovers reviewed The Vanir DLC:

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Songs Of Conquest: The Vanir DLC Review

Songs of Conquest, developed by Lavapotion, has just released its first DLC, The Vanir Faction. This expansion introduces a new snow-and-ice-themed biome filled with ruins for players to explore. The Vanir, a Viking-inspired faction, come equipped with eight unique troop types, each featuring distinct traits and abilities, as well as nine Wielders with specialized skills.

Although there is no new story campaign, the DLC offers five Conquest maps that showcase the Vanir biome and faction, along with two brand-new challenge maps designed to test players' strategic prowess.

Gameplay
The Vanir play distinctly differently from the game's other factions. They have the unique ability to transform into fearsome beasts. Some units can morph into creatures from Norse mythology, such as the Chieftain transforming into a Jormr or the Berserkir unleashing their rage to become a bear.

These transformations occur when players upgrade buildings from Tier 1 to Tier 2. While upgrading in Songs of Conquest generally enhances a unit's appearance and functionality, the Vanir brings additional tricks to the table. For example, when the Berserkir is upgraded to a Skinshifter, it gains the unique ability "Challenge," which allows it to have an enemy charge it within three hexes. The transformation also grants a passive ability that increases movement and damage whenever the unit takes damage, but at the cost of a significant defense debuff.

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Overall
The Vanir Faction DLC is a must-play for fans of the main game who are looking to try a few new gameplay mechanics and bring a new challenge in multiplayer. While the lack of a story campaign might deter some players, the DLC's overall polish make it a fine addition to the game.