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Xianbei Raider

Wei unique fast cavalry archer. Hit-and-run specialist with bonus against siege.

Tactical Briefing

Commander, the Xianbei Raider is Wei's mobile harassment unit. At 1.4 speed with 4 range, they excel at hit-and-run tactics. Their +3 bonus against siege makes them perfect for sniping enemy trebuchets and mangonels. Use Xianbei Raiders to control the map and destroy enemy siege lines. They're cheap at 60W/25G.

Statistics

HP
30
Attack
5
Melee Armor
0
Pierce Armor
0
Range
4
Speed
1.4

Cost

  • Wood: 60
  • Gold: 25

Strong Against

Weak Against

Strategic Analysis

Fast cavalry archer and siege sniper

  • Siege Hunter: +3 vs siege makes Xianbei Raiders excellent at destroying trebuchets and mangonels. Dive in, kill siege, retreat.
  • Extreme Speed: 1.4 speed outpaces most units. You can escape almost anything and choose your fights.
  • Economic Pressure: Use speed to raid enemy economies. Kill villagers and retreat before military arrives.

Warning: Only 30 HP with 0/0 armor. Extremely fragile - a few hits mean death. Never stop moving.

Attack Bonuses

  • +3 vs Siege
  • +1 vs Infantry

Available Civilizations

Wei