Noble Lords and Ladies, Update 41 procedures have been initiated, but there might be a delay on some platforms. We expect the update to be live on all platforms by the end of the day tomorrow. And while we wait, let’s take a look at what’s coming to the Realms of March of Empires:

We are proudly presenting a new Historical Personal Story: the Third Crusade. Once again, we put history in your hands and you are free to repeat or reforge it as you please, and by doing so, unlock two brand-new champions: Richard I "the Lionheart," and the Ayyubid Sultan Saladin. We've also made significant changes to Alliance mechanics and capabilities for you, including new Alliance resources, Capital bonuses, upgrades and much more.

[NEW FEATURES]

Historical Personal Story: New Theme
- Immerse yourself in one of the greatest historical rivalries by following in the steps of the mighty Richard I "the Lionheart" down the road of the Third Crusade, or side with the great Ayyubid Sultan Saladin
- Repeat history or write your own version of this epic clash to win two new champions and thematic equipment

Alliances Reforged
- Introduction of new Alliance resources that can be obtained through gathering (depleting mines), plundering (depleting mines in the territories of rival Alliances) and Capital production
- Each Capital will now give one of three specific bonuses: Mountain, Plain or Forest. These bonuses will provide additional combat modifiers affecting battles at this location and will determine the type of resources produced.
- Additional Capital upgrades that can only be launched by the Capital's Governor

[IMPROVEMENTS]
- Added Regional Focus auto-activation option that's visible to the regions' Governors
- Added option for Alliance members to evict ally's reinforcing champion from the Capital menu
- Restricted newly joined Alliance members from starting or joining a rally for a certain amount of time
- Improved visibility of the Capital's upgrade level in the Fortification limited-time event
- The Age of Excellence will bless your realm once again. Take advantage of new thematic rules and challenges.

[IMPLEMENTED BY POPULAR DEMAND]
Second Training Queue
- Greatly improve your military potential and amass troops two times faster

[SEASONAL CONTENT]
- Stop the thieves from pillaging the realm in the new PvE season
- Oktoberfest Limited Selection in the Event Shop
- New Path to Glory chapter