Rising Kingdoms is a fantasy-themed RTS classic by Haemimont Games, originally released in 2005
Set in the beautiful fantasy world of Equiada, home to magical creatures, mighty leaders, and powerful wizards, Rising Kingdoms offers players the unique combination of strategy and adventure modes.
In strategy mode the player can choose from three major races: treacherous Humans, vicious Foresters and merciless Darklings. In addition to these primary races, the player can subjugate and develop some of the five smaller independent nations: Shades, Nomads, Dragons, Trolls, and Elves. Combined with the player’s main race they provide a valuable asset when clashing with their opponents.
In adventure mode the player controls a group of heroes and a small squad of troops uncovering dark secrets and surprising twists as the adventure unfolds. The story spans over several generations, portraying powerful ancient artifacts, the rise and fall of mighty leaders and glorious kingdoms, and the birth of new mystic creatures and races.
Rising Kingdoms was additionally released under the following titles:
- Bulgaria: Вълшебни кралства
- Russia: Королевства: Восхождение к власти