Haven (Humans and Angels)
Worship: Elrath, Dragon God of Light and Purity (formerly Ylath, Dragon Goddess of Freedom and Air)
Alignment: Good
Haven represents the human faction in Might and Magic. They exclusively worship Elrath as their patron God, harboring a general dislike for other factions, particularly demons and necromancers.
Inferno (Demons)
Worship: Urgash, Dragon God of Chaos
Alignment: Evil
The Inferno faction comprises typical demons characterized by excesses of different emotions and a penchant for slaughter. Initially created by the Six Demon Overlords, they later fell under the control of Kha-Beleth, an intelligent and patient demon orchestrating significant events in Ashan.
Necropolis (Necromancers and Undead)
Worship: Mother Namtaru (Asha's Nightmare), Asha (Goddess of Creation)
Alignment: Evil
Necropolis worships Mother Namtaru, the embodiment of Asha's Nightmare. Asha, the Goddess of Creation and sister of Urgash (God of Chaos), plays a significant role in their dark practices.
Sanctuary
Worship: Shalassa (Dragon Goddess of Water and Serenity)
Alignment: Good
Sanctuary draws inspiration from Chinese and Japanese mythology, featuring water-based civilizations that prioritize harmony and peace. The Eternal Empress, chosen by Shalassa, leads this faction in Ashan.
Stronghold (Orcs and Creations of the Academy)
Worship: Ylath and Sylanna (Goddess of Earth and Nature)
Alignment: Neutral
Stronghold is a diverse faction comprising a mix of humans and demons created through experiments by the wizards of the Academy. Rebels against their creators, they worship Ylath and Sylanna.
Academy (Human Wizards with Slaves)
Worship: None, but they respect Sar-Elam
Alignment: Good
Academy consists of human wizards with numerous slaves involved in various constructions and creations. They respect Sar-Elam, a former wizard who ascended into a dragon god.
Dungeon (Dark Elves)
Worship: Malassa (Dragon Goddess of Darkness and Mother of Secrets)
Alignment: Evil
Originally Wood Elves, Dungeon faction turned to Malassa after a war with their brethren. They embody the edgier side of elven culture.
Sylvan (Wood Elves)
Worship: Sylanna (Dragon Goddess of Earth and Nature)
Alignment: Good
Sylvan represents the traditional wood elves, passionate about preserving purity and nature. They maintain an arrogant demeanor typical of elves.
Fortress (Dwarves)
Worship: Arkath (Dragon God of Fire)
Alignment: Neutral
Fortress consists of dwarves who, once scattered in clans, have united into a single civilization. Their worship of Arkath grants them control over fire and forge.