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Atelia is a weak and weary collection of divided city-states and nomadic tribes that have roamed the mountains for thousands of years. Historically, Atelia is akin to the Wild West; unconquerable and best for most people to stay away from. Recently however, history is changing as the powerful Confederation presses their iron fist into the heart of Atelia and vies for total control of the region.

The Atelian Militia is an organized army of rebels led by Warlord Sahrab and his allies. Outnumbered and unpopular, they are fighting fiercely for Atelia’s freedom. In Iron Grip: Warlord, the player takes on the role of a member of Sahrab’s army, engaging in suicidal defensive last-stand missions to stop the massive armies from swallowing their land and culture alive. Players are tasked with not only fighting off hundreds of invading infantry and armored units, but also to be constructing defenses that will help them hold off the enemy for as long as it takes.

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Atelian Weapons
In Warlord, you play as an Atelian Militia member and an important part of the game is making good use of the weapons at your disposal to take out Confederate soldiers and vehicles. With over ten unique weapons all with their own special functions, there’s no small variety to choose from. Whether your style is setting up mines and blowing up everything trying to cross an area, shooting from afar with a long range sniper rifle, or getting up close and personal with a combat knife, Iron Grip: Warlord’s weapons system offers something for everyone. Click here for a sample of Warlord’s arsenal.

Atelian Structures
Like weapons, the different structures featured in Iron Grip: Warlord and used by the Atelia Militia are an important part of the gameplay. One of them even determines whether a match is won or lost: maintaining your Stronghold is a key to keeping morale up, which in turn decides who will win. Iron Grip: Warlord offers several unique structures, each with their role to play in assisting your defense. Supply stations and anti-tank turrets are only a handful of the original structures the Atelian militia uses. Check out more about structures here.

Confederate Vehicles
The Confederates are your enemies in Iron Grip: Warlord, and their vehicles are some of the most dangerous opponents you will face throughout the game. From tanks to walkers, and with some carrying fearsome artillery weapons, the Confederation's vehicles are nothing to scoff at. The key to defeating this vast enemy is understanding what they have at their disposal; knowledge is power. Arm yourself with a firm understanding of how they work before you go into battle. Check out the Confederate Vehicles here.

Confederate Infantry
The greatest strength the Confederation has is sheer numbers, and their infantry vastly outnumber the Atelian Militia. The primary tactic they will employ throughout Warlord is hordes of infantry: they prefer to win simply with overwhelming numbers. This is not to say, however, that the Confederation lacks in skill; in addition to numbers, they have varying ranks of soldier that the Atelians will come up against in their struggles to keep their lands free, and the player must deal with them all in order to protect their home. Know your enemy.