Hey KO,
Just tossing a few ideas for the map you're creating which looks like it's evolving nicely.
1) Mixing uncommon terrains such as forest with swamp or farm with deep sea will allow you to be more creative with the map.
2) Adding some insignificant independent commanders using the forum names from popular posters.
3) Having some independents on the inside of a castle while others are patrolling on the outside. This can be added after the #patrol command arrives.
