In place of traditional religion, players manage Cults (such as Sol Invictus, Mithraism, or Christianity). These offer powerful buffs but can cause significant social unrest if they spread too aggressively.
Overcrowded cities now generate "Squalor." If not managed with sewers and baths, devastating plagues can break out, decimating armies and tanking the economy. Total.War.Rome.II.Empire.Divided.part1.rar
A rising Eastern power. Zenobia controls the wealthy eastern provinces and must balance Roman military tradition with eastern skirmishing and cavalry tactics. 2. New Campaign Mechanics In place of traditional religion, players manage Cults