Monaspa unit icon - Age of Empires 2

Monaspa

Cavalry
Food60
Gold45
Hit Points70
Attack12
Melee Armor3
Pierce Armor2
Train Time14s
Speed1.4

Evolution

Food 900 Gold 750

STRONG AGAINST

You win these trades cost-effectively.

Archers
Archers
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Siege Weapons
Monks
Monks
Skirmishers
Skirmishers

WEAK AGAINST

Avoid these fights or bring support.

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Pikemen
Camel Riders
Camel Riders
Halberdiers
Halberdiers

Strategic Analysis

Tactical Identity

Pack cavalry with synergistic attack speed bonus

Tactical Playbook

Strength in Numbers

Each nearby Monaspa increases attack speed. In groups of 5+, they attack significantly faster than normal cavalry. Always mass before engaging.

Lightning Charges

1.4 speed makes Monaspas among the fastest cavalry. Use this to catch fleeing units or escape unfavorable fights.

Cost Efficiency

At 60F/45G, Monaspas are cheaper than Knights. Combined with their pack bonus, they offer excellent value when massed.

Critical Point

Individually weaker than Knights with only 70 HP. Pikemen and Camels still counter them effectively. Never engage with lone Monaspas.

Understanding The Stats

Monaspas trade individual power for pack synergy. At 70 HP, they need numbers to shine, but their 12 attack and speed make them deadly in groups.

Pack Attack

12

Solid base attack that scales with pack attack speed bonus

Light Armor

3/2

Decent protection but less tanky than Knights

Exceptional Speed

1.4

Among the fastest cavalry units in the game

Affordable

60F 45G

Cheaper than Knights, enabling faster mass production

Coach's Tip

70 HP is fragile for cavalry. You need 3+ Monaspas together to match Knight effectiveness. Build the mass first.

Mechanics & Bonuses

Attack Bonuses

TargetBonus Dmg

Armor Classes

Cavalry

Takes heavy bonus damage from Pikemen/Halberdiers and Camels.

Unique Unit

Vulnerable to units with bonus damage vs this class.