The two players won't threaten each other with guard towers, however, because enemy territory is only accessible over a strip of shore.

An island near the mountains offers another option that should not be underestimated. Numerous weapons, tools, gems and gold can be found there. There is only one access point to enemy territory, and this should be promptly secured.

The mountain is located on the opposite side. A rapid expansion toward the mountain is very advisable. Significant supplies of gold and gems are present in a secret place on the mainland. An attack must be well prepared because the only access to enemy territory is located on a strait. Beware of alligators! ;o)

You'll notice very quickly that you aren't alone. The player in the north should try to conquer the left half of the map moving south as quickly as possible. The player in the south, by contrast, should try to reach the north rapidly by occupying the right half of the map.

You can't dismiss the possibility that a good player will attempt to cut off your path. Be on your guard and send out spies regularly to keep on top of things.

As difficult as HE made it for you at the beginning, HE shows his goodwill in the course of the game. You'll find many goods and resources that, despite your initial difficulties, will enable you to develop quickly.

Your opponent will pursue the same goal, so speed is essential.

Desert is the only terrain that connects all of the "leaves". Make sure that you have something to quench your thirst before launching an attack. ;o)

During the course of your journey, you will come across large deposits of raw materials. Be prepared for a long journey, though! ;o)

The island is round and the chain of mountains in the middle forms a circle. You'll be in for a big surprise when you explore the mountain area. You might even be able to get at the valuable treasure there. Good Luck!

Two of the three players on each team occupies a peninsula connected to the central island by a narrow landbridge. These areas are easy to defend. The two remaining players share the central island and are vulnerable to enemy attack along three avenues. How the two more secure players on  the peninsulas help their vulnerable partner on the central island is up to the players themselves. In addition, there are two islands to the east and to the west of the central island. A visit to these islands could be worthwhile. Decide which player should take care of exploring these islands.

But be on guard! Afterwards something will be hitting the fan...

The connection to your partner can fall into the hands of your opponent quickly. That doesn't bother you, does it? ;o)

For this map you are spoiled with ample supplies of wood and building stone. You even have a castle at the very beginning.

A little scary when the map designers are so generous, isn't it?

The two teams are separated by a giant sand dune. There are two oases in the desert, one in the east and one in the west.

Your initial supply of raw materials will not be sufficient to win the game. Expand without delay toward the middle of the map in order to secure your piece of the rock. There you'll find the resources that will decide the game.

Pay attention to securing your borders well. Your opponent is fully capable of penetrating into your territory using his infantry and guard towers.

You begin on a very large peninsula with access to an even larger peninsula in the middle. This larger peninsula has a mountain in the center. To the east and to the west of this mountain, some ships seem to be stranded along the coast. You might want to conquer the two islands, one in the northwest, the other in the southeast. It could be worthwhile!

The last tip: Keep the coffee pot going!