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EA Tir na n'Og, Land of the Ever Young
Lore
Tir na n'Og is a blessed isle surrounded by whispering mists. It is the home of the Tuatha, a highly magical race descended from the Nemedians who once warred with the Fomorians. The Tuatha have made themselves lords and masters over the Fir Bolg, a lesser race descended from the same Nemedian ancestors. With the aid of the Fir Bolg, the Tuatha attacked the Fomorian giants and almost succeeded where the Nemedians failed, but eventually the Fomorians proved too powerful and the Tuatha were driven back to their Blessed Isle. The Tuatha and their Sidhe descendants have turned to crafts, poetry and magical arts, but some have chosen the path of war and have become warriors and generals of great renown. The Fir Bolg, inferior to the Tuatha but still far superior to ordinary men, compose much of the population and serve as farmers and lowly warriors.
"[Fomoria and Tir na n'Og] are the predecessors of Man and Eriu. They are both heavily influenced by "The Book of Invasions" and Celtic myths and folklore. The wars and conflicts between Fomorians, Nemedians, Fir Bolg and Tuatha were used to create a common backstory for the nations. The Fomorian ideas were combined with some ideas of sailing storm giants, inhuman goat-headed giants and some concepts of Fomorians as keepers of the watery dead that struck my imagination." -Illwinter
General Overview
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National Features
| Magic Access | Alt. Access | Unit Summary | Core Abilities | Buildings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 4 (Rare 5) 3 (Rare 4) 2  1 (Rare 2) 1 (Rare 2) 2 | Hero  32233 | Fir Bolg infantry Sidhe infantry Sacred Tuatha warriors |  Stealthy  Darkvision  Glamour  Iron Vulnerability  Spell Singer |  Standard Forts |
Capitol Gems: 1
2
3
National Special Features
Luck Limit + 1
Magic Limit + 1
Fir Bolg: Hit Points + 3, Magic Resistance + 3, Morale + 1, Strength + 2, Attack Skill + 2, Defense Skill + 3, Combat Speed + 1, Map Move + 4
Sidhe and Tuatha: Hit Points + 3, Magic Resistance + 4, Morale + 2, Strength + 2, Attack Skill + 3, Defense Skill + 3, Precision + 2, Combat Speed + 1, Darkvision 50, 
Stealthy, Iron Vulnerability, Glamour, 
Forest Survival
The common folk of Tir na n'Og are the Fir Bolg, Size 3 (three-to-a-square). Stepsiblings of their overlords, they are magically lacking but superhuman; even their untrained militiamen have 13 HP, 11 Strength, 10 Attack Skill, 11 Defence Skill, 9 Morale, 13 Magic Resistance, and 13 Combat Speed naked. They also have sharp eyes with 12 Precision, or at least the trained Fir Bolg do.
The Tuatha are the Fir Bolg's stepsiblings and masters, a fay people commonly considered "elves". Though similar in form to the Fir Bolg, they have many distinguishing features; among these are Forest Survival and 50% Darkvision from time spent in the fay realms, 
innate Stealthiness, and the fay art of Glamour. They also take 1 more damage from Iron, however. Compared to a trained Fir Bolg, a trained Tuatha has 1 more HP, 2 more Strength, 2 more Attack Skill, 1 more Defence Skill, 1 more Magic Resistance, and 3 more Morale.
There aren't many Tuatha compared to the Sidhe, "elves" born outside Tir na n'Og Proper. Though they draw descent from the Tuatha, and possess all of the Tuatha's traits, the Sidhe are a little less gifted. Compared to a trained Tuatha, a trained Sidhe has 1 fewer HP, 1 less Strength, 1 less Attack Skill, 1 less Defence Skill, and 2 less Morale; none of this makes them any less powerful than the Fir Bolg, however.
National Units
Commanders
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Stealthy (65), 
Darkvision (50%), 
Glamour, 
Iron Vulnerability(1), Spell Singer, 
Forest Survival, 
Supply Bonus (10)
| Sprite | Unit Name | Special Attributes | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Fir Bolg Scout 35 12  1 | Stealthy (50) Mountain Survival Forest Survival | Commentary here. |
 | Fir Bolg Champion 60 12 1 | Commentary here. | |
 | Baobhan Sidhe 200 1 2 | 2 9 Stealthy (85) Darkvision (50%) Iron Vulnerability(1) Assassin Glamour Spell Singer Forest SurvivalFemale | Commentary here. |
 | Fir Bolg Druid 95 2 2 | 1 1100%     9 | Commentary here. |
 | Sidhe Champion 225 19 2 | 1119 Sacred  | Commentary here. |
 | Bean Sidhe 285 1 2 | 1111100% 13 Sacred Female | Commentary here. |
 | Sidhe Lord 375 17 2 | 12211 Sacred  Skilled Rider (4) | Commentary here. |
 | Ri 530 23 4 | 2221100% 10% 15 Sacred (ex. Supply Bonus (20)) Skilled Rider (5) | Commentary here. |
 | Fay Horse |  Poison Resistance (10)  Disease Resistance (100%) Stealthy (65)  Smart Mount (100) | Commentary here. |
 | Tuatha Sorceress 615 1 4 | 2421100% 10% 17 Sacred (ex. Supply Bonus (20))  True Sight | Commentary here. |
Troops
| Sprite | Unit Name | Special Attributes | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Fir Bolg Militia 10 5 11 | Commentary here. | |
 | Fir Bolg Slinger 11 2 12 | Commentary here. | |
 | Fir Bolg Warrior 13 10 15 | Commentary here. | |
 | Fir Bolg Warrior 13 10 15 | Commentary here. | |
 | Sidhe Warrior 25 12 18 | Stealthy (65) Darkvision (50%) Glamour Iron Vulnerability(1) Forest Survival | Commentary here. |
 | Tuatha Warrior 40 22 22 | Sacred Stealthy (65) Darkvision (50%) Glamour Iron Vulnerability(1) Forest Survival | Commentary here. |
Heroes
| Sprite | Unit Name | Special Attributes | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Lugh - Long Handed Earliest Arrival Turn (10) | 32233 25 +1 to new magic paths Sacred Awe (5) Fire Resistance (15) Glamour Fire Shield (12) Siege Bonus (20) Sailing Max unit size 5, Sailing Ship Size 999 Supply Bonus (10) Darkvision (100) Forge Bonus (1) Spell Singer | Commentary here. |
Summons
| Summon Cu Sidhe (Conjuration 3) 2 and 5 |  Cu Sidhe x 10 |  Sacred Dark Vision (50%) Stealthy (+40) Iron Vulnerability (1)  Animal Forest Survival | Commentary here. |
National Spells and Items
Summons
Ritual
| Summon Spell | Unit | Special Attributes | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summon Cu Sidhe (Conjuration 3) 2 and 5 |  Cu Sidhe x 10 | Sacred Dark Vision (50%)  Stealthy (40) Iron Vulnerability (1) Animal Forest Survival | Eriu's only summonable unit, the Cu Sidhe is a size 3 sacred elvish dog. A Cu Sidhe is a Sacred beast similar to a Dire Wolf, with the biggest differences from most animals being its high Magic Resistance and ability to follow scripts. Cu Sidhe are quick, brave, and reasonably strong, but their HP is only offset by the relatively thin protection their hides provide. Their high combat speed also means that they can keep pace as bodyguards for Sidhe Lords who are running into combat or as cavalry. If you're running a heavy bless, access to summonable sacreds from a fair gem and mage-turn efficient spell can give them a role. |
Other
Combat
- Geas (Thaumaturgy 3)
2
Single-target magic that puts a stronger version of Rage upon the target, having them spend their rounds attacking random units nearby. Geas is very hard to resist with Magic Resistance (+4 to the penetration roll). Each round, Geased units may attempt a Morale check of some sort to shirk off the Geas; if they manage it, they get Cursed. The range of Geas is lacking, at least for mages far from the frontlines.
Items
- Shillelagh
(Construction 3)
11 for 32
A Hardwood Club touched by faeries. It provides Luck, a trait that makes 75% of all otherwise-lethal hits do absolutely nothing, along with a single Sprite as a retainer. The Sprite does an Elf Shot every combat round, which can shut down enemies in single combat (if their Magic Resistance is low enough).
Discounted Items
- Singing Sword
(Construction 7)
2 and 8
Commentary here. - Gossamer Cloth
(Construction 3)
12 and 48
Commentary here.
Magic Access
See Magic Access. These guides supplement the summaries at the top.
Fire
Lugh - Long Handed, hero, has . Otherwise, EA Tir na n'Og has no native access. Also, no summons.
If Lugh - Long Handed is used, and brought up to 45, he can make The Magic Lamp to get Al Khazim - Jinn. 55 gets The Forbidden Light.
Air
1 gives no help climbing 
Air. 2 with hero, Lugh - Long Handed starts you up one level higher. Empowering up to 4 is pretty much the only option.
If Lugh - Long Handed is used, and brought up to 45, he can make The Magic Lamp to get Al Khazim - Jinn. 55 gets The Forbidden Light.
Water
2 Bean Sidhe (1 in 5), is probably the best bet to climb an easy path to climb.
Earth
1 Bean Sidhe (1 in 5), 1 Ri (1 in 5) or 1 Tuatha Sorceress (1 in 4), can Summon Bluecap, which gets you to 2 without empowerment. Have the Bluecap forge Earth Boots. Give them to one of the 12 mages to make The Tome of Gaia. Then climb, initially using the Bluecap, as normal.
Astral
No native access and no good summons. Lugh - Long Handed does get +1 to new magic paths.
Death
No native access and no good summons. Lugh - Long Handed does get +1 to new magic paths.
Ri or Tuatha Sorceress can make a Thistle Mace, bringing them up to 3. Casting Forest Troll Tribe will give at least 
2.
A Tuatha Sorceress can natively Summon Fay Prince. If done in the cold, the Unseelie Prince has 1.
Nature
3 Ri (1 in 5) or 3 Tuatha Sorceress (1 in 4), either are useful. It's not difficult to get a mage to 22 to get the The Tome of Gaia. Otherwise, it is a normal climb up 
Nature.
Glamour
Tuatha Sorceress starts at 4. It's not hard to get a mage to 23 to get a Mirage Crystal. With the other pure 
Glamour boosters, including the unique Tome of Legends, the Sorceress will get up to 8.
Putting a Glamour booster on Lugh - Long Handed allows you to forge The Sword of Many Colors.
Blood
Getting to 5 to cast Awaken Treelord gives a 1 in 3 chance of a stationary 
1.
It is possible to get a 25 mage, although tricky. That can Contact Lamia Queen for a in 16 chance of at least 1.
Strategy
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Expansion
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Early Game
Early game options.
Mid Game
Mid game options.
Late Game
Late game options.
Example Pretender Builds
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Chassis: Awake Titan of Crossroads
Paths: 
457
Bless: MW/Arcane Finesse, Invuln 10, Regen.
Scales: 
6
2
0
3
1
2
3
Format for putting a pretender build in.
Chassis: Awake Titan of Crossroads
Paths: 457
Bless: MW/Arcane Finesse, Invuln 10, Regen.
Scales: 6203123
Weaknesses
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