Rising Army as a commander simulator, shifts the burden of decision-making to the preparation stage. The outcome of skirmishes is determined before blades are drawn thanks to the automated battle format. The placement of heavily armed infantry in the vanguard becomes the key to a squad's survival. The sound of a battle horn can inspire faltering soldiers. The death of subordinates is absolutely irreversible. Each loss permanently removes a recruit from the list. The process of troop formation requires an individual approach to mercenaries with unique strength parameters. A vast arsenal offers over 50 weapon variants for customizing equipment across three slots.