Siege Warfare: How to Destroy a Node

The Declaration
You cannot just attack a city. You must buy a Siege Scroll.
- Cost: Equal to the Node’s Tier. attacking a Metro costs a fortune.
- Timeline: Once declared, a “Declaration Period” begins (days). Players can sign up as Attackers or Defenders.
The Battle
Phase 1: The Outer Walls
Attackers must use Trebuchets and Battering Rams to breach the walls.
- Defenders: Use oil pots and ranged attacks to destroy the siege engines.
Phase 2: The Urban Combat
Fighting in the streets. This is where Rogues and Fighters shine. The goal is to push to the Town Hall.
Phase 3: The Castruum
The final boss of the siege. Attackers must channel a spell on the central relic to flip the node.
- Consequence: If the Node falls, it is de-leveled to 0. Housing is destroyed. The leadership is deposed.