Quick answer

Your best allegiance in The Other Side depends on how you like to win: Cult of the Burning Man rewards chaos and repositioning, Gibbering Hordes overwhelms with speed and numbers, Abyssinia controls the board through engineering and adaptability, and Kimon grows stronger as the battle drags on.

What each allegiance box gives you

Each Allegiance Box is a complete One Commander foundation. You get a commander, a set of unit boxes, and the cards needed to field a full company. None of them require extra purchases to start playing, though you can expand later with Character or Unit Boxes.

The price difference between boxes reflects the model count and complexity inside. Abyssinia costs less because it relies on fewer, more elite models, while Kimon includes extra models to support its summoning and transformation mechanics.

Playstyle differences at a glance

Cult of the Burning Man is about dimensional tricks and redirecting attacks. Adeodatos opens portals, Warped units move through impossible routes, and Stalking Portals create new paths. If you enjoy misdirection and controlling where the fight happens, this faction rewards creative positioning.

Gibbering Hordes is pure aggression. The Stormsiren pushes the tide forward, Striped Skulkers ambush from cover, and Karkinoi smash into enemy lines. Their speed and Reinforcement mechanics let you keep pressure on every turn.

Abyssinia fights smart. Prince Unathi leads elite Mehal Sefari and swift Crow Runners, using Prototype Assets to adapt to the enemy. This is the faction for players who want to out-think rather than out-number their opponent.

Kimon starts modest but escalates. Zhong Kui summons wandering spirits, Oni Brutes hit hard, and Qilin carry momentum across the field. Gate Assets and transformation abilities mean your army becomes more dangerous as the game goes on.

Trade-offs between factions

  • Cult of the Burning Man: You trade raw damage output for extreme mobility and repositioning. Adeodatos and Stalking Portals let you dictate where fights happen, but you need to plan ahead to capitalize on openings. If you dislike being pinned down, this faction gives you escape routes and surprise angles.
  • Gibbering Hordes: You trade durability for speed and numbers. Striped Skulkers and Karkinoi hit hard but can be fragile if caught in the open. Reinforcement keeps units coming, but you must maintain momentum or risk stalling. Great for players who want to dictate the pace, but less forgiving if you lose the initiative.
  • Abyssinia: You trade model count for elite quality. Mehal Sefari and Prince Unathi are tough, but you have fewer activations per turn. Prototype Assets give you flexibility, but you need to know your opponent to pick the right upgrades. Best for players who enjoy out-thinking the enemy and making every activation count.
  • Kimon: You trade early-game power for late-game dominance. Zhong Kui starts with limited summons, but as you open Gates and transform units, your army snowballs. You need to survive the first few turns to reach full strength. Ideal for patient players who like building toward a powerful finish.

Allegiance box details

  • The Other Side: Cult of the Burning Man Allegiance Box: Start a Cult Company with Adeodatos directing living portals, the Warped striking through impossible routes, and Stalking Portals tearing open new paths across the battlefield. If you like controlling movement and surprising your opponent, this box gives you the tools to redirect the fight every turn.

    The Other Side: Cult of the Burning Man Allegiance Box

    The Other Side: Cult of the Burning Man Allegiance Box

  • The Other Side: Gibbering Hordes Allegiance Box: Start a Gibbering Hordes Company with the Stormsiren directing the tide, Striped Skulkers stalking through cover, and Karkinoi smashing into the line. Speed and Reinforcement let you overwhelm objectives quickly, ideal for aggressive players who want constant forward pressure.

    The Other Side: Gibbering Hordes Allegiance Box

    The Other Side: Gibbering Hordes Allegiance Box

  • The Other Side: Abyssinia Allegiance Box: Start an Abyssinian Company with elite Mehal Sefari, swift Crow Runners, and Prince Unathi at the center of a force built to adapt, equip Prototype Assets, and turn superior engineering into battlefield control. Abyssinia rewards careful planning and adaptability, making it a strong choice for players who prefer tactical depth over brute force.

  • The Other Side: Kimon Allegiance Box: Start a Kimon Company with Zhong Kui directing wandering spirits, Oni Brutes tearing into the line, and Qilin carrying supernatural momentum across the battlefield. Kimon's summoning and transformation mechanics mean your army gets stronger as the battle progresses, perfect for players who enjoy a snowball effect.

Which allegiance fits you?

Best for

  • Players who enjoy tactical repositioning and misdirection should choose Cult of the Burning Man.
  • Aggressive players who want to swarm objectives and keep constant pressure should pick Gibbering Hordes.
  • Strategic players who prefer elite units and adaptive upgrades will thrive with Abyssinia.
  • Players who enjoy a slow build-up and late-game power spikes should go with Kimon.

Not for

  • Cult of the Burning Man is not for players who want straightforward, head-on brawls.
  • Gibbering Hordes is not for players who prefer durable, slow-moving armies.
  • Abyssinia is not for players who want high model counts or simple activation sequences.
  • Kimon is not for players who want immediate impact from turn one.