Cavalry are the third troops available to the governor of a newly-founded city. They are trained and upgraded in the Stable. Several commanders have the ability to specialize their talents to boost the effectiveness of cavalry, including Cao Cao, Minamoto no Yoshitsune, Pelagius, Belisarius, Baibars, Lancelot, and Dragon Lancer.
Name | Tier | Civ | Age | ||||||
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Horseman | 1 | All | 60 | 120 | 120 | 100 | 5 | 1 | |
Light Cavalry | 2 | All | 128 | 125 | 125 | 95 | 7 | 2 | |
Heavy Cavalry | 3 | All | 163 | 158 | 155 | 90 | 8 | 3 | |
Knight | 4 | Most | 187 | 192 | 192 | 85 | 10 | 4 | |
Teutonic Knight | 4 | Germany | 187 | 197 | 197 | 85 | 10 | 4 | |
Conquistador | 4 | Spain | 197 | 192 | 192 | 85 | 10 | 4 | |
Mamluk | 4 | Arabia | 192 | 192 | 197 | 85 | 10 | 4 | |
Cataphract | 4 | Byzantium | | 187 | 202 | 192 | 85 | 10 | 4 |
Royal Knight | 5 | Most | 220 | 212 | 216 | 80 | 12 | 10 | |
Elite Teutonic Knight | 5 | Germany | 220 | 217 | 222 | 80 | 12 | 10 | |
Elite Conquistador | 5 | Spain | 232 | 212 | 216 | 80 | 12 | 10 | |
Elite Mamluk | 5 | Arabia | 227 | 212 | 222 | 80 | 12 | 10 | |
Elite Cataphract | 5 | Byzantium | 221 | 222 | 216 | 80 | 12 | 10 |
Horseman – Tier 1
“Horsemen are the prototype form of true cavalry, cand can play an important role on the battleshield when they are assembled. ”
Description
The Horseman is the Tier 1 (T1) Cavalry unit for all civilizations . It is unlocked upon founding the city.
Skills[]
Skill | Description |
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Cavalry unit. Counters archer units, but is countered by infantry units. | |
The exceptional endurance of our horses can help us arrive at our destination quicker. Increases march speed. |
Light Cavalry – Tier 2
“Well-equipped cavalry proficient in a variety of different strategies. Generally serve as the main force of their army. ”
Description
The Light Cavalry is the Tier 2 (T2) Cavalry unit for all civilizations . It is unlocked upon research of the Light Cavalry technology.
Skills[]
Skill | Description |
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Cavalry unit. Counters archer units, but is countered by infantry units. | |
Charge! Send them all to hell! Increases attack. | |
Half of a cavalry unit's effectiveness is determined by their horse. Increases march speed. |
Heavy Cavalry – Tier 3
“Equipped in full-body heavy armor—even their horses are armored. When on flat land, their charges can obliterate any opponent. ”
Description
The Heavy Cavalry is the Tier 3 (T3) Cavalry unit for all civilizations . It is unlocked upon research of the Heavy Cavalry technology.
Skills[]
Skill | Description |
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Cavalry unit. Counters archer units, but is countered by infantry units. | |
Keeping every important part of the body protected by armor will increase one's endurance in battle. Increases defense. | |
Destroy the enemy by finding weaknesses in their formation. Increases attack. |
Knight – Tier 4
“Knighthood is more than just a title; it is a spirit worth of honor and praise. In addition to their outstanding fighting skills, knights are also skilled tacticians. ”
Description
The Knight is the Tier 4 (T4) Cavalry unit for all civilizations, except Germany (Teutonic Knight), Spain (Conquistador), and Arabia (Mamluk) and also Byzantium (Cataphract). It is unlocked upon research of the Knight technology.
Skills[]
Skill | Description |
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Cavalry unit. Counters archer units, but is countered by infantry units. | |
Limits vision a bit, but provides better head protection. Increases defense. | |
Robust strength is required to rein a war horse. Increases health. |
Teutonic Knight – Tier 4 (Germany)
“The Teutonic Order was initially formed to aid Christians on their pilgramages to the Holy Land and to establish hospitals. ”
Description
The Teutonic Knight is the Tier 4 (T4) Cavalry unit for the Germany civilization only . It is unlocked upon research of the Teutonic Knight technology.
Skills[]
Skill | Description |
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Cavalry unit. Counters archer units, but is countered by infantry units. | |
Limits vision a bit, but provides better head protection. Increases defense. | |
Robust strength is required to rein a war horse. Increases health. |
Conquistador – Tier 4 (Spain)
“As their name implies, conquistadors are here to conquer your city, your territory, and your fragile hearts. ”
Description
The Conquistador is the Tier 4 (T4) Cavalry unit for the Spain civilization only . It is unlocked upon research of the Conquistador technology.
Skills[]
Skill | Description |
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Cavalry unit. Counters archer units, but is countered by infantry units. | |
Limits vision a bit, but provides better head protection. Increases defense. | |
Robust strength is required to rein a war horse. Increases health. |
Mamluk – Tier 4 (Arabia)
“The ferocious mamluks have made a name for themselves with their surpassing strength. They are most at home in the desert, galloping more freely across soft, uneven sand than most knights could on a jousting field. ”
Description
The Mamluk is the Tier 4 (T4) Cavalry unit for the Arabia civilization only . It is unlocked upon research of the Mamluk technology.
Skills[]
Skill | Description |
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Cavalry unit. Counters archer units, but is countered by infantry units. | |
Limits vision a bit, but provides better head protection. Increases defence. | |
Robust strength is required to rein a war horse. Increase health. |
Royal Knight – Tier 5
“Royal knights are elite cavalry units who symbolize irrefutable power and honor. According to an old saying, "command the royal knights and you will rule the world." ”
Description
The Royal Knight is the Tier 5 (T5) Cavalry unit for all civilizations, except Germany (Elite Teutonic Knight), Spain (Elite Conquistador), and Arabia (Elite Mamluk) and also Byzantium (Elite Cataphract). It is unlocked upon research of the Royal Knight technology.
Skills[]
Skill | Description |
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Cavalry unit. Counters archer units, but is countered by infantry units. | |
Trust me, no one can survive this. Increases attack. | |
Expensive armor and weapons can distinguish one on the battlefield, and so can a noble character. Increases health. |
Elite Teutonic Knight – Tier 5 (Germany)
“Teutonic Knights often wore white surcoats with a black cross. The motto of their order was to "Help, Defend, Heal". ”
Description
The Elite Teutonic Knight is the Tier 5 (T5) Cavalry unit for the Germany civilization only . It is unlocked upon research of the Elite Teutonic Knight technology.
Skills[]
Skill | Description |
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Cavalry unit. Counters archer units, but is countered by infantry units. | |
Trust me, no one can survive this. Increases attack. | |
The vast majority of weapons cannot inflict any damage to this shield. Increases defense. |
Elite Conquistador – Tier 5 (Spain)
“Do not doubt the might of the great Spanish Empire, or these battle-hardened elite conquistadors will send you to hell. ”
Description
The Elite Conquistador is the Tier 5 (T5) Cavalry unit for the Spain civilization only . It is unlocked upon research of the Elite Conquistador technology.
Skills[]
Skill | Description |
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Cavalry unit. Counters archer units, but is countered by infantry units. | |
Trust me, no one can survive this. Increases attack. | |
Expensive armor and weapons can distinguish one on the battlefield, and so can a noble character. Increases health. |
Elite Mamluk – Tier 5 (Arabia)
“We will show those nobles who is the true master of the desert. ”
Description
The Elite Mamluk is the Tier 5 (T5) Cavalry unit for the Arabia civilization only . It is unlocked upon research of the Elite Mamluk technology.
Skills[]
Skill | Description |
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Cavalry unit. Counters archer units, but is countered by infantry units. | |
Trust me, no one can survive this. | |
Expensive armor and weapons can distinguish one on the battlefield, and so can a noble character. Increases health. |