Galley
ShipEvolution
STRONG AGAINST
You win these trades cost-effectively.
WEAK AGAINST
Avoid these fights or bring support.
Strategic Analysis
Tactical Identity
The Galley is your **early naval backbone**. Use it to establish water control and deny enemy fishing.
Tactical Playbook
Fish Denial
Hunt enemy Fishing Ships. Each kill hurts their economy significantly - fish is fast food income.
Water Control
Control the water to protect your own fishing economy and enable Transport Ship landings later.
Early Aggression
Rush Galleys in Feudal to catch opponents off-guard. Water fights are often decided early.
Critical Point
**Fire Galleys counter you**. They deal bonus damage to ships and close distance quickly. Don't engage Fire Ships without numbers advantage.
Understanding The Stats
The Galley is a cost-effective early warship designed for Feudal Age naval dominance.
Ranged Naval Power
Good damage output for its age. Outranges most Feudal threats.
Affordable Cost
Cheap enough to mass in Feudal. Gold cost is manageable early game.
Decent Durability
Survives several hits. Mass to overwhelm enemy ships.
Good Speed
Fast enough to chase Fishing Ships and retreat from Fire Galleys.
Coach's Tip
Your 120 HP and 6 pierce armor make you tanky for Feudal. Focus on massing - numbers matter more than micro in Galley fights.
Mechanics & Bonuses
Attack Bonuses
| Target | Bonus Dmg |
|---|---|
| Ship | +6 |
| Fishing Ship | +6 |
| Building | +6 |
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.