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Griffins deal less damage than the Wolves, but are faster and can fly, which gives them a tactical edge - especially during sieges. They also have higher base growth.
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Shantiri Golems are a different version of Sandstone Golems. They have less defense and deal somewhat less damage, but they have a stronger attack, more initiative and an extra ability. Aside from that they also have a higher growth.
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Juggernauts are an offensive alternative to Lamasus. Thanks to their charge ability they deal more damage, they are faster and have a higher growth, but they also have a lower defense and a lot less hit points. There are more of them, but they will also die more often.
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Mermaids are a defensive option. They have less attack and deal slightly less damage then Centaur Marauders, but have a higher defense and more hit points. Also instead of tactical maneuvers they can attack with an area blast which may multiply their damage.
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White Tigers' stats place them between Blade Dancers and Masters. However they deal more damage and can run further in exchange for a higher price. Tactically they exchange Blade Masters' area attack for a preemptive strike.
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12 Shadow Panthers will deal more-or-less the same amount of damage as 20 Shades. A Panther squad will, however, have an advantage in almost every other stat. Then again, they will not have a chance to deal additional damage like Assassins and Shades do.
