: There is no linear plot. Players can choose to be a trader, thief, rebel, farmer, or even a slave.
: You can manage a single character or lead an entire army of up to 30 people.
: Players can establish their own cities anywhere on the map, research new technologies, and manufacture their own gear.
: You start as a "nobody" with no special stats or powers. Skills like Athletics, Thievery, and Field Medic improve naturally as you perform related actions.