Elite Cataphract
CavalryEvolution
Cataphract
Castle Elite Cataphract
ImperialSTRONG AGAINST
You win these trades cost-effectively.
WEAK AGAINST
Avoid these fights or bring support.
Strategic Analysis
Tactical Identity
The Elite Cataphract with Logistica is an **infantry annihilator**. The trample damage turns every attack into splash damage, devastating infantry blobs.
Tactical Playbook
Logistica Splash
With Logistica, every attack deals 6 damage to adjacent enemies. Dive into infantry balls and watch them melt.
150 HP Tank
+40 HP over base means you survive much longer. Combined with anti-pike armor, you're incredibly durable.
Mixed Army Core
Pair with Skirmishers to cover your archer weakness. The combo has no hard counter.
Critical Point
**Heavy Camel Riders still hurt**. Their +18 bonus ignores your anti-pike armor. Avoid Camel civilizations or bring Halberdiers of your own.
Understanding The Stats
The Elite upgrade makes the Cataphract a true powerhouse with massive HP and enhanced infantry-killing potential.
Massive HP
+40 over base. You can trade into almost anything and come out ahead.
Higher Attack
+3 damage. With +9 vs Infantry = 21 damage per hit to infantry.
Logistica Synergy
Every attack splashes 6 damage to nearby enemies. AoE in cavalry form.
Same Anti-Pike
Still takes only +10 from Halberdiers instead of +32. Pike lines ineffective.
Coach's Tip
150 HP is Paladin-level durability. 12 attack + 9 bonus = 21 vs infantry. You kill Champions in 4 hits, they need 12 hits on you.
Mechanics & Bonuses
Attack Bonuses
| Target | Bonus Dmg |
|---|---|
| Infantry | +9 |
Armor Classes
Cavalry
Takes heavy bonus damage from Pikemen/Halberdiers and Camels.
Unique Unit
Vulnerable to units with bonus damage vs this class.
