In Sieges, the defensive side has changed dramatically. Especially in simulated battles.
Before the patch, I could win 500 vs. 2000. Now 1850 attackers survive.
Next example - I also lose a simulated siege defens battle 500 vs. 900 (attackers) with about the same strength of troops, at least that's what the indicator bar says. The attacker also loses only 130 troops. Before the patch this would have been no problem for the defenders.
If I fight myself, we can beat back the attackers. But only max. 100 attackers die. After that the siege continues and the next attack happens when the wounded attackers are healed. The whole thing repeats 5-6 times until the surviving 500 attackers leave.
The combat system has completely and totally changed. Is it really intended that way?
Actually, it's not fun anymore, it's just frustrating. And actually I play just for fun.