Centurion unit icon - Age of Empires 2

Centurion

Cavalry
Food75
Gold85
Hit Points110
Attack13
Melee Armor2
Pierce Armor3
Train Time24s
Speed1.35

Evolution

Food 1200 Gold 700

STRONG AGAINST

You win these trades cost-effectively.

Archers
Archers
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Siege Weapons
Skirmishers
Skirmishers

WEAK AGAINST

Avoid these fights or bring support.

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Pikemen
Camel Riders
Camel Riders
Halberdiers
Halberdiers

Strategic Analysis

Tactical Identity

Support cavalry with infantry healing aura

Tactical Playbook

Infantry Synergy

Centurions heal nearby infantry over time. Pair them with Legionaries for a self-sustaining deathball that regenerates while fighting.

Frontline Support

Position Centurions behind your infantry line. They provide healing while being protected from direct engagement.

Cavalry Combat

With 110 HP and 13 attack, Centurions are respectable fighters. They can engage enemy cavalry while your infantry benefits from proximity healing.

Critical Point

Expensive at 75F/85G. Pikemen and Camels counter them like any cavalry. Don't over-invest in Centurions - they support infantry, not replace them.

Understanding The Stats

Centurions combine cavalry stats with support capability. 110 HP and solid armor make them durable enough to stay in the fight while healing infantry.

Command Attack

13

Good base damage for a support unit

Balanced Armor

2/3

Better pierce armor helps against archer fire

High HP

110

Substantial health pool for sustained presence

Healing Aura

Passive

Heals nearby infantry units over time

Coach's Tip

Your 3 pierce armor helps you survive archer fire while supporting your troops.

Mechanics & Bonuses

Attack Bonuses

TargetBonus Dmg

Armor Classes

Cavalry

Takes heavy bonus damage from Pikemen/Halberdiers and Camels.

Unique Unit

Vulnerable to units with bonus damage vs this class.