[quote=@Yankee] Like Lana said, collaboration is the name of the game. Forming alliances, breaking them, etc. I think Del Guarde being surrounded by mafias makes it a good starting point to reach out to others and get some people on their side. Also, pushing North towards the industrial districts is what I assume some/most will do on that side of the map. Some adversity is a good chance for Del Guarde to flex their muscles too. And not like an attempt to claim a district will result in a capture anyway, if something happens you can always force them out. Don't feel like you're being targeted specifically. It's just the nature of the story, definitely still is more roleplay than board game. And even if something were to happen and you lose all your territory (very unlikely especially this early), Estylwen already mentioned being able to keep your character in the story and possibly retake a territory. [hr] Also just checking in to the thread, since I was offline for a few days. I've reached out to a couple of people and like ERode mentioned, we did a short thing. [/quote] Whether or not I can push out invasions hinges on how much rust I can shake off of my T1 skills. I haven't done a proper battle in nearly seven years.