Season 3: Chapter 314. The Bigger Picture (1)
The advantages and disadvantages of a map often depended on interpretation, but some maps were undeniably designed to favor specific civilizations. Rocky Ravines was one such map. With 80% of its terrain consisting of mountainous regions, any civilization with mountain-related advantages gained a significant edge.
“This map, Rocky Ravines, is one of the most challenging mountain maps in Civil Empire!”
The casters looked visibly excited.
“Typically, too many mountainous terrains could actually be a disadvantage for bow-oriented civilizations like Joseon. But this season, Joseon has recorded impressive win rates on mountain maps!”
For Joseon, mountain maps were historically a mixed blessing. Their increased movement speed on mountain terrain was useful, but obstacles often made it harder to effectively utilize archers. However, this season, Joseon has found ways to overcome this challenge.
“With Almond leading the team, Joseon’s players have trained extensively with curve shots. Mountain maps are no longer a major hurdle for them!”
Their practice in hitting targets hidden behind obstacles had paid off, making mountain maps far less problematic for their first string archers.
“Now, as we’re talking, the game has started! Rome is at 12 o’clock in blue and Joseon is at 6 o’clock in red!”
The game began with blue and red markers moving rapidly across the screen.
“The distance between the two bases is relatively short. It’s almost a straight line. This could lead to an early showdown from Joseon.”
“On the other hand, Rome might be preparing to counter such an early strategy.”
“That’s right. Many experts predicted that this final would feature Joseon’s aggressive playstyle against Rome’s defensive tactics. The setup for this second game certainly fits that narrative.”