That may be it. I have a habit of including 7 to 9 clans in my tribes - generally all but the absolute worst clans get brought into the tribe, and diplomatically pacified. I have always started with two boxes of heroism magic and one of destiny (I do not usually try to become king in the tribe-making dance, simply because it is easier to get other clans to provide regalia if you are not king...but I am not totally Machiavellian; I also think it is more regal to not take the crown right away).
Dave
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