Liao Dao
InfantryEvolution
Liao Dao
Castle Elite Liao Dao
ImperialSTRONG AGAINST
You win these trades cost-effectively.
WEAK AGAINST
Avoid these fights or bring support.
Strategic Analysis
Tactical Identity
Anti-infantry specialist with good armor
Tactical Playbook
Infantry Counter
+2 vs infantry makes Liao Daos effective against enemy swordsmen and trash units. They trade favorably in most infantry matchups.
Eagle Killer
+2 vs Eagle Warriors makes them excellent against Meso civilizations. Spam Liao Daos to counter Eagle plays.
Cost Efficiency
At 40F/40G, Liao Daos are very affordable. Mass production enables overwhelming numbers.
Critical Point
Weak against cavalry and archers like most infantry. Need ranged or cavalry support in mixed battles.
Understanding The Stats
Liao Daos combine anti-infantry bonuses with good melee armor. At 75 HP and 3/1 armor, they are durable infantry fighters.
Base + Bonus
Moderate base attack with meaningful bonuses
Melee Focus
3 melee armor makes them tanky vs other infantry
Good HP
Solid health pool for sustained combat
Affordable
Cheap cost enables mass production
Coach's Tip
75 HP and 3 melee armor is solid for your cost. You can brawl effectively against most infantry.
Mechanics & Bonuses
Attack Bonuses
| Target | Bonus Dmg |
|---|---|
| Infantry | +2 |
| Eagle Warrior | +2 |
Armor Classes
Infantry
Takes bonus damage from Hand Cannoneers, Slingers, and anti-infantry unique units.
Unique Unit
Vulnerable to units with bonus damage vs this class.
