Elite Composite Bowman
ArcherEvolution
Composite Bowman
Castle Elite Composite Bowman
ImperialSTRONG AGAINST
You win these trades cost-effectively.
WEAK AGAINST
Avoid these fights or bring support.
Strategic Analysis
Tactical Identity
Elite anti-cavalry archer
Tactical Playbook
Improved Durability
45 HP means they survive one extra hit from most units. This can be the difference between a successful retreat.
Same Role
Continue using them as cavalry counters. The elite upgrade is incremental, not transformative.
Mass Priority
The 900F/500G upgrade cost means you should only upgrade when you already have a large group.
Critical Point
Still fragile to siege and skirmishers. The extra HP helps but doesn't change their fundamental weaknesses.
Understanding The Stats
Elite upgrade provides modest stat increases. Worth researching in long Imperial Age games where cavalry remains the enemy's main composition.
Same Attack
Attack unchanged - still relies on bonuses
Same Range
Range unchanged from base version
More HP
+5 HP for slightly better survivability
Same Speed
Standard archer mobility maintained
Coach's Tip
45 HP vs 40 HP. The upgrade is worth 900F/500G only if you have 20+ Composite Bowmen.
Mechanics & Bonuses
Attack Bonuses
| Target | Bonus Dmg |
|---|---|
| Cavalry | +2 |
Armor Classes
Archer
Vulnerable to Skirmishers and Huskarls.
Unique Unit
Vulnerable to units with bonus damage vs this class.
