Ratha
Bengali unique chariot unit. Can switch between melee (Knight-like) and ranged (Cavalry Archer-like) modes.
Tactical Briefing
The Ratha is a 'Swiss Army Knife'. It can toggle between a sword (melee) and a bow (ranged). In melee mode, it acts like a Knight. In ranged mode, it acts like a tanky Cavalry Archer. It benefits from Archer Armor upgrades in BOTH modes. Use this versatility to kite infantry or dive siege.
Statistics
- HP
- 100
- Attack
- 10
- Melee Armor
- 3
- Pierce Armor
- 2
- Range
- 0-4
- Speed
- 1.3
Cost
- Wood: 60
- Gold: 60
Strong Against
Weak Against
Strategic Analysis
The **Versatile Mobile Unit**. Adaptability is its strength, allowing it to take favorable fights against almost anything except its hard counters.
- Mode Switching: Use 'B' hotkey to toggle. Fight Pikes with Bows, fight Skirmishers with... caution (see warnings). Dive Siege with Swords.
- Armor Synergy: Research Archer Armor upgrades (Blacksmith). They provide Pierce Armor for BOTH melee and ranged modes.
- Paiks: Unique Tech increases attack speed by 20%. Essential for late-game DPS.
Warning: Weak to **Skirmishers** in BOTH modes. It retains the 'Cavalry Archer' armor class even when using a sword, taking massive bonus damage.