This is my new favorite Fire Emblem title from a gameplay perspective (Path of Radiance will always be my favorite due to nostalgia). Most people that are familiar with this title are somewhat aware of the obscure mechanics and strange game design choices, which admittedly could be off-putting to those that enjoy more simplified FE titles. Sometimes it feels complex for the sake of it rather than to achieve some goal with the design, but frankly I enjoyed it so much because it is such an outlier in the series. The unit management is unlike any other FE, and requires some actual consideration for who to field and train. Most FE titles are a bit obvious with who to make into your singular carry (mounted/flier usually), but Thracia has so many effective role players that it feels like more units have a purpose.

I've played it a few times now and it has kind of boiled down to abusing the broken staff wielders in the late game, but even this opens up so many options for how to clear some of the more insane maps really quickly. I don't know if I'm even selling this game honestly I just think every FE fan should try it especially now that the translation patch is so solid. I love this game.