by mvl4d
I recommend that you start playing with the revised rules, they do enhance the experience.There are no major rules changes, here are some examples:
1.Heroes may now move with the Mobilize, Strategize and Conquer order cards(it may be possible that they could move with strategize in the previous edition, I can´t remember accurately)
-Note that this is a great addition to the rules, because previously the heroes could only support an army if they were already in that exact area.
2.Hold 6-7 runes for an entire year in order to win, which enables players to counter a win. The 1st edition ruling for wins: First to 6-7 runes, wins (instantly)
The game is better with the revised rules, but that doesn´t mean that you can´t play with the previous rules if you wanted to.
Try the revised edition first and enjoy this great game.