Elite Konnik unit icon - Age of Empires 2

Elite Konnik

Cavalry
Food60
Gold70
Hit Points120
Attack14
Melee Armor2
Pierce Armor2
Train Time16s
Speed1.35

Evolution

Konnik

Castle
Food 1100 Gold 800

STRONG AGAINST

You win these trades cost-effectively.

Arbalester
Arbalester
?
Siege
Monks
Monks
Hussar
Hussar
Light Cavalry
Light Cavalry

WEAK AGAINST

Avoid these fights or bring support.

Halberdier
Halberdier
Heavy Camel Rider
Heavy Camel Rider
Paladin
Paladin

Strategic Analysis

Tactical Identity

The Elite Konnik becomes a **heavy cavalry powerhouse** with enhanced two-phase combat making it one of the best value cavalry units.

Tactical Playbook

Higher Stats

120 HP and 14 attack mounted. Competes with Cavaliers now.

Better Infantry

Dismounted form also stronger. Total value is exceptional.

Tank Everything

2/2 armor with 120 HP. Very hard to kill even before infantry phase.

Critical Point

**Still 1.35 speed**. Can't chase or escape as well as Knights. Position carefully in engagements.

Understanding The Stats

The Elite upgrade significantly boosts both mounted and dismounted phases for exceptional sustained combat.

More Mounted HP

120 HP

+20 HP over base. Much tankier cavalry phase.

Higher Attack

14 Damage

+2 over base. Faster kills in both phases.

Same Armor

2/2

Still excellent protection. Reduces all damage.

Total Value

~165 EHP

Combined mounted + dismounted. Best cavalry value.

Coach's Tip

14 attack in both phases means consistent DPS throughout the fight. You deal damage as you die and keep dealing it after.

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.