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Iron Pagoda

Jurchen unique heavy cavalry with high HP and speed. A mobile fortress that crushes opposition.

Tactical Briefing

Commander, the Iron Pagoda is a wall of steel on horseback. With 115 HP and 1.4 speed, it combines durability with mobility. These heavily armored riders excel at diving into enemy lines and absorbing damage while dealing consistent hurt. Use them to break through defensive positions or to anchor your cavalry charges. The Iron Pagoda fears little except massed anti-cavalry units.

Statistics

HP
115
Attack
12
Melee Armor
1
Pierce Armor
3
Speed
1.4

Cost

  • Food: 80
  • Gold: 55

Strong Against

Weak Against

Strategic Analysis

Heavy shock cavalry with exceptional mobility

  • Armored Assault: 115 HP makes Iron Pagodas extremely durable. They can dive deep into enemy formations and survive long enough to cause significant disruption.
  • Speed Advantage: 1.4 speed is exceptional for heavy cavalry. Use this to catch fleeing units or reposition quickly during battles.
  • Line Breaker: 12 attack with solid armor makes Iron Pagodas excellent at breaking enemy formations. Target archers and siege for maximum impact.

Warning: Expensive at 80F/55G. Pikemen and Camels remain deadly counters. Avoid large infantry masses without support.

Available Civilizations

Jurchens