Recent reviews by The_13th_Warrior

Initially released for TWW the Wood Elves were a failure. But the rework changed the amber mechanic, and the Lord Pack that includes the Sisters mages this a great investment.

Durthu, Drycha and the Sisters are superb with unique play styles. The Wood Elves play unlike any other faction. And even Orion got his own mechanic.

Highly recommended now.

Changing to a recommendation, since the release of Immortal Empires actually made this a playable game WITHOUT having to use Mods.

There are still a few puzzling changes from WHII. The sort of thing that make you think the designers don't actually PLAY the game. But if you can get it at a good sale price, it's a definite win. Also, Immortal Empires is permitted for all included Lords and a host of FLC Lords, too.

Currently a total mess. Economy destroying bugs, overly busy campaign mechanic that means you're a whack a mole expert, NOT a nation builder.
Wait for patches to fix this appalling release.