Module 1 – Advanced Classes MOD for MMMerge

21 New Lore-Friendly Classes for MMMerge (MM6-7-8)

The Advanced Classes MOD for MMMerge is the first standalone module of Heroes of the Nexus. It focuses exclusively on playable classes, bringing 21 new archetypes taken directly from the lore of Might and Magic and Heroes of Might and Magic.

All original MMMerge content remains fully intact, so purists can keep the classic experience while players who enjoy experimentation get fresh ways to build their party.

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What the Advanced Classes MOD for MMMerge Includes

21 New Classes
Lore-based Archetypes

Every class is rooted in existing Might and Magic / Heroes lore: Stronghold, Cove, Conflux, Fortress, Inferno, Necropolis, Dwarves, Cove assassins, and more.

Maestro Character Pack
With Permission

Includes the full Maestro character pack (used with permission – huge thanks to him), integrated and ready to play out of the box.

Vanilla-Friendly
Safe for Purists

Outside of the new classes and related systems, the game follows the vanilla MMMerge balance and content. No surprise overhauls.

Modular Design
Heroes of the Nexus

This is Module 1 of a larger project. Other modules (Boss Pack, Difficulty Settings, New Features) will arrive later and can be combined or skipped.

New Class Highlights

Here are a few of the new classes, illustrated with in-game portraits. All class names and roles are exactly as used in the mod.

Barbarian

Barbarian
Stronghold – Rage Warrior

A brutal might hero whose strength grows as their health drops. Pure damage monster.

Special: Dual-wield two-handed weapons.

Battlemage

Battlemage
Stronghold – War Sorcerer

Hybrid barbarian-mage, feeding magic from battlefield trophies.

Special: Stun spells, Air bonus, call goblins (B).

Beastmaster

Beastmaster
Fortress – Summoning Ranger

Wild tamers relying on Beastmastery and Symbiosis.

Special: Call beasts (B).

Corsair

Corsair
Cove – Offensive Sailor

Aggressive seafaring warriors, built around speed and explosive melee damage.

Elementalist

Elementalist
Conflux – Element Master

Balanced master of all elements, conjures an Elemental Guardian.

Special: Summon elemental (B).

Demonologist

Demonologist
Inferno – Hellfire Pact

Scholars of demonic pacts who channel infernal flames.

Special: Fire bonus, call demons (B).

Navigator

Navigator
Cove – Water Mage

Wise sea-mages specialized in Water magic and blessings.

Special: Water bonus, call crew (B).

Overlord

Overlord
Dungeon – Summoning Warlord

A Dungeon warlord who rules through fear and summoned slaves.

Special: Call slaves (B).

New Classes – Full Overview

Stronghold Lineup

Barbarian – Stronghold might hero. The lower their health, the more dangerous they become. Excels in raw melee carnage. Can dual-wield two-handers.

Battlemage – Stronghold magic hero. Hybrid fighter-caster using trophies as a source of power. Can stun with spells and gains a strong Air damage bonus. B calls their goblins.

Cove & Seafaring

Corsair – Cove might hero, focused on fast and aggressive offense, striking multiple foes at once.

Navigator – Cove magic hero, Water and blessing specialist with strong Water damage and crew-calling via B.

Trickster – Cove-aligned assassin. Master of misdirection. Uses teleportation to appear behind targets and delivers Fatal Blow. Special skills on C.

Elemental & Conflux

Elementalist – Conflux magic hero, balanced in all four elements. Slight elemental damage bonus and elemental summon on B.

Freemage – Guild mage focusing on elemental schools (Fire/Air), time manipulation and freezing. Fatal Blow on weak enemies. Uses C for freeze skills.

Nature, Swamps & Spirits

Beastmaster – Fortress ranger, channeling Beastmastery and Symbiosis. B calls their creatures.

Shaman – Element-linked hybrid (MM10/H5 style). Tough, adaptable, strong Earth damage bonus.

Voodoo Sorcerer – Swamp mystic (H7/H6). Summons corrupted ghosts, spreads poison and curses. Calls spirits with B.

Inferno, Necropolis & Empire

Demonologist – Inferno caster. Strong Fire magic bonus and demon summoning on B.

Bone Guard – Necropolis defender. Master of Necromancy. Can dual-wield two two-handed axes.

Vindicator – Holy Empire zealot. Brute force, warcries and leadership. Can wield two two-handed swords.

Dwarven Runes & Northlands

Runepriest – Deepflame dwarf. Battle-magic with sacred runes. Deals double damage through rune magic.

Jarl – Northern hero, master of hammer and rune magic. Can wield a hammer in off-hand and push enemies using C.

Mercenaries & Warlords

Mercenary – Professional fighter using nets. Can ensnare with C and has Fatal Blow.

Diplomat – Statesman skilled in Mind magic (charm, confusion). Commands allies/mercenaries with B.

Trogmaster – Dungeon might hero ruling through intimidation. The only warrior who summons creatures (Slaves) via B.

Special Reworks

Thief – Gains Fatal Blow (triple damage to low HP). Stun enemy with C.

Knight – Receives a reworked charge attack: charge enemy using C.

Promotion Paths – Advanced Classes MOD for MMMerge

The following table shows how each new base class promotes into existing MMMerge classes.

Class Enroth (MM6) Antagarich (MM7) Jadame (MM8)
ArcherArcherArcherDark Elf
ClericClericClericCleric
Dark ElfArcherArcherDark Elf
DragonDruidDruidDragon
DruidDruidDruidDragon
KnightKnightKnightKnight
MinotaurPaladinPaladinMinotaur
MonkClericMonkCleric
PaladinPaladinPaladinMinotaur
RangerArcherRangerDark Elf
ThiefArcherThiefVampire
TrollKnightKnightTroll
VampireArcherThiefVampire
SorcererSorcererSorcererNecromancer
NecromancerSorcererSorcererNecromancer
Peasant———
Advanced / HOTN Classes
VindicatorClericClericCleric
Bone GuardKnightKnightKnight
ShamanDruidDruidDragon
ElementalistSorcererSorcererSorcerer
BeastmasterArcherRangerDark Elf
Voodoo SorcererSorcererSorcererSorcerer
DemonologistSorcererSorcererSorcerer
DiplomatClericClericCleric
BarbarianKnightKnightKnight
MercenaryKnightKnightKnight
RunePriestClericClericCleric
FreeMageSorcererSorcererSorcerer
JarlKnightKnightKnight
CorsairKnightKnightKnight
TricksterArcherThiefVampire
TrogMasterKnightKnightKnight
BattleMageSorcererSorcererSorcerer
NavigatorSorcererSorcererSorcerer
AlchemistKnightKnightKnight
DemoniacKnightKnightKnight
WitchDruidDruidDragon

Skills List – by Karol, thanks a lot !

skills list Advanced Classes Mod Might and Magic MMMerge

General FAQ

Can I change the keys for the special skills?

Yes. All special actions using B or C can be remapped. Open Scripts > General > zzz_HOTN-initialize.lua and change the key codes there.

Is Advanced Classes Mod for MMMerge compatible with multiplayer?

Yes, the mod is fully compatible with multiplayer. In multiplayer mode, summoned creatures do not disappear when their owner dies. This behavior is intentional and designed to prevent rare but serious engine issues related to entity handling during death events. As a result, multiplayer gameplay remains stable, safe, and fully playable for all players.

Is Advanced Classes mod compatible with MAW?

No. This mod is not compatible with MAW. Due to fundamental technical differences between both systems, combining them results in multiple game errors and instability. For this reason, using both mods together is not supported.

Do you plan to release more mods in the future?

Yes. Advanced Classes Mod for Might and Magic was only the first module.

Why was Dodge changed? Is it stronger now?

Yes — and intentionally so. Dodge now allows players to fully avoid incoming attacks, regardless of skill mastery. The chance starts very low at early levels (around 5%) and can reach up to 25% at 20 skill points. This change was necessary because the vanilla Dodge skill contains a known bug, and many of the new classes rely on Dodge as a core mechanic. The rework ensures consistent behavior, proper scaling, and reliable gameplay balance.

Acknowledgments

Special thanks to Karol, Mortis, and Gryz.Malhay for reporting bugs and helping improve the mod. This allowed me to release this Advanced Classes Mod (update of Advanced Classes MOD for MMMerge).

A very big thank you to Maestro for allowing the use of his character pack, and to yuji sakai and Malekith.

More information about upcoming modules (Boss Pack, Difficulty Settings, New Features) will be shared on the homepage.