Listed on the tops of some cards are special icons. These include:

Immediately retreat from the battle (see Retreating). The other player does not gain a Victory Point for winning. If both players retreat, the defender retreats first.

Gain from each friendly unit in domains adjacent to the one the battle is in. Gain +1 () for each Power Token, and +2 () for each Hero. These units offer their strength, but remain in their domain and do not lose units or retreat.

You must draw the top Plot Card from the deck and resolve it as if you just played it. If defending, you only pay the 1 gold shown on your chosen card; don't pay the gold of the card drawn.