Quote Originally Posted by ReiseReise
The real question is 'Are there any tangible benefits to the markers?'. For instance it would make sense that the victor from the marker would get a morale bonus when fighting on the same ground again. "We crushed our foes here once, lets do it again. Hooah!!".
I'd go with a new tradeable resource - "Battle Souvenirs". I can envision a merchant opening a gift shop on the site of a famous battle, advertising for the tourists :
- "Here, have this authentic Fallen Hero's Rusty Helm, for only 20 florins ! Dried brain chunks inside !"
- "Impress your coworkers with the Mongol Skull Paperweight ! It's cheap and practical !"
- "Arrow Pierced Breastplate, with original blood splatter ! Easy to clean, your wife is gonna love it !"


Hmm, okay, maybe your morale modifier idea will work better...