It is time once again to dissect the grand-scale PvP carnage of [Arthdal Chronicles: Three Factions] (hereinafter Arthdal Chronicles). Following a flurry of server and alliance migrations, the major powers have been locked in relentless conflict. However, this week proved surprisingly quiet; despite a crowded list of bidders, not a single major battle actually took place. It seems the alliances have retreated into a collective breather. With that in mind, this week's [Match of the Week] features a speculative showdown we have cooked up for you. Dive into the details below.

※ Data is strictly limited to main characters, excluding alts.

Total War Matchups and Results

Here is the fallout from the August 15 battles. While the bidding lists for each region were packed, the reality was a complete non-event. Take the 'Aram Forest' region, for instance; with four alliances vying for control, one might have expected a bloodbath. Instead, 'Mad' of the Aramunhaesulla server walked away with the occupation without breaking a sweat.

Elsewhere, the 'Land of Ties' was taken by 'Big Farm' (Namdalsan server), while 'Arth Farmland' went to 'Hidden' (Hajesan server), and the 'Western Great Black Wall' was claimed by 'Immortal' (Inaishingi server). 'Eastern Sea of Tears' saw 'First' (Yunseul server) bid unopposed, and 'Binari Basin' was secured by 'Blue Dragon' (Ibuna server).

[Match of the Week]: 'First vs Mad' Hypothetical Showdown

The 'First' alliance from the Yunseul server has not seen a proper war in ages. They are widely regarded as the most formidable force in [Arthdal Chronicles], with few rivals daring to stand in their path. During this lull in actual combat, we decided to simulate how they might fare against a worthy adversary: the 'Mad' alliance from Aramunhaesulla.

As of August 18, the average combat power of the top 20 members of 'First' exceeds 210,000. That is 7,360 higher than 'Mad', with 14 of their members sitting comfortably in the 200,000+ bracket. Furthermore, they boast 58 members with 140,000+ power—a depth of talent that makes them a true powerhouse.

In the opposing corner, 'Mad' fields 40 members in the same criteria, with 10 players breaking the 200,000 barrier. While they appear slightly outmatched on paper, the chaotic nature of Total War often hinges on coalitions. A 1-on-1 clash might favour 'First', but when alliances start pooling their resources, the outcome becomes anyone's guess.

Looking at the top-tier talent, it is amusing that the top three classes for both alliances are identical. The top-ranked player from 'First', 'Cheonhacheongeom' (238,593 combat power), holds a slight edge over the spearhead of 'Mad', 'Mad' (234,589). 'First' maintains its dominance with 'Nightmare(Yunseul)' in second (236,268) and 'L-Representative' in third (232,848), all crossing the 230,000 threshold.

Despite the raw power deficit, 'Mad' is not to be underestimated. 'MadDokkaebi' (231,724) and 'MadBaldy' (229,323) are both knocking on the door of the 230,000 mark. Notably, their 10th through 20th ranked members are all Assassins. It will be fascinating to see how this mid-to-high-tier Assassin core, ranging from 170,000 to 200,000 power, performs when the real fighting finally begins.