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A practical tool workflow

How to use Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era tools

Olden Era tools split into two useful paths: preparing to play and creating a map template. Start with faction and hero reference for a match. Move to a simulator for a particular comparison, or to an editor when the map itself is the project.

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Start with the step you need. These are examples, not a ranking or a required tool stack. Listing details stay connected to current GG Atlas records; reachability is not proof of compatibility or safety.

Step 1

Choose a faction

When: When learning a faction or checking a hero's options.

Look up the units, abilities and progression you expect to use. A database explains the available pieces; it does not decide which strategy fits the map and opponents.

  • Olden Era Game AtlasWeb

    Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era reference with indexed game data, comparisons, build planning, and calculators.

  • OldenEraExplorerDesktop app

    Open-source desktop data viewer and 3D model explorer for Olden Era units, heroes, spells, artifacts, and game data.

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Step 2

Prepare for battle

When: Before comparing a specific hero setup or battle assumption.

Use a planner or simulator to isolate the choice. Check the version, units and bonuses in the model before treating its result as relevant to your match.

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Step 3

Explore the map

When: When learning what a scenario or template contains.

Use the reference to understand the information the map exposes. Keep map preparation separate from information you would not ordinarily have during a competitive game.

  • TH.GL Olden EraDesktop app · Web

    Olden Era database with units, heroes, spells, marketplace calculations, map templates, and an optional overlay companion.

  • Olden Era Game AtlasWeb

    Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era reference with indexed game data, comparisons, build planning, and calculators.

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Step 4

Create maps

When: If you want to design or edit a random-map template.

Sketch the zone structure, validate the template and test a generated map before sharing it. Choose a browser editor for a quick draft or inspect a desktop editor's file workflow when you need it.

  • OldenEraMapsWeb

    Web-based Olden Era random-map template builder with drag-and-drop zone graphs, sharing, ratings, and JSON export.

  • HoMM-OE Template EditorDesktop app

    Open-source desktop Olden Era template editor with graph canvas, validation, multiple tabs, undo, and PNG export.

  • AuroraRMGDesktop app

    Open-source desktop generator for Olden Era random-map templates with visual zone editing and balance analysis.

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