I am utterly tired of anything medieval, be it this game or another, bieng ruined by magic, badly regurgitated Tolkien orcs, and stripper idealist elves.
Not that it matters, but if CRPG puts in magic, i'm outta here.
The biggest appeal to me outside of the directional combat, in Warband, and in CRPG is the LACK of this magic crap, and fantasy crap in general, found in almost every other medieval related game.
Even if everyone doesnt know it, its part of CRPG's unique appeal. Add that shit, and watch the house of cards come tumbling down, as the ones here for medieval combat and ambiance, exit in disgust and sadness.