Galleon unit icon - Age of Empires 2

Galleon

Ship
Wood90
Gold30
Hit Points165
Attack8
Melee Armor0
Pierce Armor8
Train Time36s
Speed1.43

Evolution

Galley

Feudal
Food 230 Gold 100

Galleon

Imperial
Food 315 Gold 180

STRONG AGAINST

You win these trades cost-effectively.

War Galley
War Galley
Fire Ship
Fire Ship
Demolition Ship
Demolition Ship
Transport Ship
Transport Ship

WEAK AGAINST

Avoid these fights or bring support.

Cannon Galleon
Cannon Galleon
Elite Cannon Galleon
Elite Cannon Galleon
Heavy Demolition Ship
Heavy Demolition Ship

Strategic Analysis

Tactical Identity

The Galleon is your **Imperial Age naval backbone**. It provides the firepower and durability for late-game water control.

Tactical Playbook

Mass Production

Keep producing from 3+ Docks. Galleons are the core of Imperial navies.

Range Advantage

7 range lets you hit most threats before they can respond. Use this to kite Fire Ships.

Shore Bombardment

Galleons can damage shoreline buildings. Support land assaults from the water.

Critical Point

**Cannon Galleons outrange you**. Elite Cannon Galleons have 15 range vs your 7. Don't try to trade - close the distance or avoid them.

Understanding The Stats

The Galleon is the ultimate standard warship with balanced offensive and defensive capabilities.

Superior Range

7 Range

Best range among Galley-line ships. Control engagements with positioning.

High Firepower

8 Attack

Strong damage output. Combined with bonus, deals 16 to ships.

Tanky Stats

165 HP / 8 PA

Very durable. Can absorb significant damage in prolonged fights.

Same Cost

90W 30G

Same cost as Galley despite being far superior. Great value.

Coach's Tip

165 HP and 8 pierce armor make you the tankiest Galley-line ship. You can trade efficiently against most naval units.

Mechanics & Bonuses

Attack Bonuses

TargetBonus Dmg
Ship+8
Fishing Ship+8
Building+8

Armor Classes

Ship

Takes bonus from Heated Shot, Fire Ships, and Demolition Ships.

Galley-type ship

Vulnerable to units with bonus damage vs this class.