Humans can equip a second item, but they lose 10% health every 5 seconds of combat.
It mirrors the game's dark humor and "disposable human" philosophy by treating your army as a biological experiment. Implementation Steps for Developers
Every major mutation comes with a "Despotic Tax"—a penalty to food consumption or movement speed—forcing players to balance power with resources. Why This Works for Despot's Game
Humans gain massive random buffs at the start of a fight, but have a 5% chance to explode upon death, damaging nearby enemies.