# Strongholds

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Strongholds are fortified structures scattered across the world map of BLOCKLORDS.&#x20;

* Hero Commander: To initiate a stronghold conquest, players must assign a hero as the commander of their army.
* Map Exploration: Heroes embark on a tactical journey through the [world map ](https://wiki.blocklords.com/game-mechanics/world-map)until they reach the stronghold's designated objective.
* Army Formation: An army is carefully assembled to confront the stronghold's challenges.
* Epic Battles: The battle within the stronghold unfolds on a grand scale, taking place in a vast and perilous terrain filled with traps, enemy troops, and strategic buildings.
* Victory Conditions: Completing the stronghold's objectives leads to a well-earned victory.
* Exclusive Rewards: Triumph in stronghold battles results in the acquisition of exclusive rewards that can significantly enhance one's armies and battle squads, making these conquests a pivotal aspect of advancing in the game.