War Galley unit icon - Age of Empires 2

War Galley

Ship
Wood90
Gold30
Hit Points135
Attack7
Melee Armor0
Pierce Armor6
Train Time36s
Speed1.43

Evolution

Galley

Feudal
Food 230 Gold 100

Galleon

Imperial
Food 315 Gold 180

STRONG AGAINST

You win these trades cost-effectively.

Galley
Galley
Fishing Ship
Fishing Ship
Transport Ship
Transport Ship
Demolition Ship
Demolition Ship

WEAK AGAINST

Avoid these fights or bring support.

Fire Ship
Fire Ship
Fast Fire Ship
Fast Fire Ship
Galleon
Galleon

Strategic Analysis

Tactical Identity

The War Galley is your **Castle Age naval workhorse**. It dominates water until Imperial Age.

Tactical Playbook

Immediate Upgrade

Research War Galley as soon as you hit Castle Age. The range advantage lets you kite unpgraded Galleys.

Continued Dominance

Keep producing from multiple Docks. Naval momentum is hard to recover once lost.

Support Landings

Use War Galleys to cover Transport Ship landings. Their range can hit shoreline buildings.

Critical Point

**Fire Ships still counter you**. Despite better stats, Fire Ships remain dangerous. Keep distance and use hit-and-run tactics.

Understanding The Stats

The War Galley offers meaningful upgrades over the Galley for Castle Age naval supremacy.

Extended Range

6 Range

+1 range over Galley. Crucial for kiting and controlling engagements.

Improved Attack

7 Attack

Better damage output for faster kills.

More HP

135 HP

+15 HP for better survivability in prolonged fights.

Fast Train Time

36s

Much faster than the Galley's 60s. Maintain production advantage.

Coach's Tip

Your 36s train time is key. In Castle Age naval fights, consistent production matters. Keep Docks working constantly.

Mechanics & Bonuses

Attack Bonuses

TargetBonus Dmg
Ship+7
Fishing Ship+7
Building+7

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.