ME-PBM 1650 Nation Description
Sinda Elves (#9)
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Powers:New Char: Good chance of stealth Very good commanders and mages, fantastic stealth. Five artifacts. This can be a fun position with a lot of potential. You have great characters (second to the Noldo Elves) and Galadriel is a frequent guest. But you have to depend on the hidden nature of your unfortified cities for protection. If the Dragon Lord gets (or borrows) a good mage with 'reveal population center' then you will have to fight for survival. But a coordinated attack with the Woodmen, the Northmen and the Dwarves can get rid of that pesky Dragon Lord. |
The nation of the Sinda Elves consists mostly of Silvan Elves (Wood-elves) who are led by their Sinda brethren. The Sinda Lords Thranduil and Amroth effectively lead the disperse forces of the Wood-elves resident in northern Mirkwood and in Lórien. The armies of the Sindar are not numerous but they are effective, possessing fine-quality weapons and superb leaders. These forces exhibit the normal Elvish traits and are quite adept at moving and fighting in their natural terrain - the forest. Also, the experienced Sinda troops only lose 1-2 Morale points for a Forced March (2-5 points without food). Furthermore, new Sinda recruits start with a Training rank of 25.
The Sindar possess a keen interest in ancient artifacts and lore. Also, their skilled Mages and numerous Agents help keep the Sindar well-informed about their surroundings and their neighbor's activities. Their Elvish nature frequently helps the Sindar move and operate quietly and without being observed. These qualities are exhibited in new Sinda characters because they have a good chance of possessing a natural Stealth rank.
Although their settlements are few and far between (having harbors as far away as the Sea of Rhûn and the Great Sea), they are well hidden and protected. Furthermore, the Sindar are master mariners. This mastery is reflected by the ability of the Sindar to build ships using only 500 timber each (1/3 the normal cost).
However, the Sindar face a number of difficult concerns. Although they possess skilled characters, much of their strength lies in operating in secret. Overt character use could undermine their greater strength. Also, use of those characters dictates that careful preparation be made before any mission. Good characters are hard to replace. Another concern is expense versus income. In order to effect optimal use of their population centers, they must use them as bases for military operations upon their enemies. However, to do so risks the hidden nature of some settlements and could expose them.
Additionally, the dispersed nature of the Sindar places them in real and potential conflict with a number of powerful nations. The Witch-king, the Dragon Lord, the Long Rider, and the nations within Mordor are known enemies that border on Sinda lands. Also, the neutral Easterlings, Haradwaith, and Corsairs all represent potential enemies.
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