Howdy all-
Just thought that I would post an updated comment thread from my initial experience/worry thread.
My char (who just died, sniff) has gotten us to the level of needing to use the strategic map/ration resources/and deal with those nasty miniboss herds.
love it. yup, great mechanic interplay. BEfore i had no need/saw no reason to run through all those random buildings, etc etc. now with the resources and whatnot, it really gives me an incentive to get stuff done. miniboss herds ate my first guy. though i will say the miniboss herd with 3 bad 'ol bats was a bit much to handle. rhinos were nice and easy, but the bats were a touch powerful.
the tougher level tiles are also fun to go through, touch bit more thought involved.
great progress so far.
now back to my game