

Toolbar buttons can be selected on the keyboard by using number keys and ESC to display settings.Īllows selection of each of the game's terrain types. Right clicking will also clear whatever is on the tile for the selected toolbar category (for example right clicking while 'Terrain' is selected in the toolbar will clear the any terrain type back to Plains). Left clicking places the selected item, right clicking removes it. When the box closes, the window will collapse and display what the cursor currently has available to place.

It can be expanded by selecting it, and then the appropriate item can be chosen and will remain highlighted when toggled. When a category has been selected, items available to place will be available in the bottom right editor box. Each toolbar button corresponds to a category of items, areas, or settings. Inside the map editor a toolbar is attached to the top of the window. An alert will display if the map doesn't meet the requirements of the selected Map Type (eg Missing enough commanders, or missing a map description). The map type can be changed anytime in the Map Properties section of the settings menu (ESC). A great way to make a quick map to challenge friends to try and beat. The rules of this map prioritize strategy - every move counts.

Initially the map is a blank canvas, with the bare minimum required for it to be playable - two players, each with a commander and a stronghold. Select New Map at the bottom of the window to create a new map. This will bring up the map selection screen, listing your saved custom maps. To open the map editor select Custom Content on the main menu, then Create, and Map.
