Elite Varangian Guard
InfantryBase values, before Blacksmith upgrades. The Blacksmith raises attack and armour for infantry, cavalry and archers — Blast Furnace, for instance, gives "+2 Attack for infantry & cavalry". Late in a game, the real numbers are higher.
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Varangian Guard
Castle Age Elite Varangian Guard
Imperial AgeThe coach's briefing
Elite Varangian Guard (Imperial Age): Elite shock infantry that generates gold while fighting other units. Official strengths: Cavalry, buildings. Watch for Militia-line.
STRONG AGAINST
You win these trades cost-effectively.
WEAK AGAINST
Avoid these fights or bring support.
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Strategic Analysis
Tactical Identity
Elite shock infantry that generates gold while fighting other units.
Tactical Playbook
Deployment
Use Elite Varangian Guard against Cavalry and buildings.
Critical Point
Avoid Militia-line.
Understanding The Stats
Base game statistics, before civilization bonuses and upgrades.
Base health
The value in the live technology tree, before upgrades.
Mechanics & Bonuses
Attack Bonuses
| Target | Bonus Dmg |
|---|---|
| No damage bonus: this unit deals the same damage to every target. | |
Armor Classes
Infantry
Takes bonus damage from Hand Cannoneers, Slingers, and anti-infantry unique units.
Shock Infantry
Vulnerable to units with bonus damage vs this class.
Civilizations
* 5 civilizations have access to this unit.
