i like the changes, i even like 1 char in strategus only. and i agree with the half wipe as its only to test things so we can avoid period of factions gaining fiefs from nothing in the begining. i also would like to connect crpg and strategus as much as possible, but still there is a problem that both depends on different mechanics (different money gain, upkeep) so it will be hell to balance all stats/costs so both "games" are balanced.
i also like loki's idea of limited ammount of troops everybody could move around the map. this would benefit attacking factions a lot over those that are siting on a place and just defending, because mustering troops for defence within 24 hours would be much more complicated than already ahead prepared offensive.