Xolotl Warrior unit icon - Age of Empires 2

Xolotl Warrior

Cavalry
Food60
Gold75
Hit Points100
Attack10
Melee Armor2
Pierce Armor2
Train Time30s
Speed1.35

Evolution

STRONG AGAINST

You win these trades cost-effectively.

Archer
Archer
?
Infantry
?
Siege

WEAK AGAINST

Avoid these fights or bring support.

Pikeman
Pikeman
Monk
Monk

Strategic Analysis

Tactical Identity

The Xolotl Warrior is a **situational game-changer** for Meso civs. Normally lacking any cavalry, getting access to Xolotl Warriors completely changes your tactical options.

Tactical Playbook

Convert That Stable

Use Monks aggressively to convert an enemy Stable. Once you have it, you unlock Xolotl Warriors - something your opponent never expects from a Meso civ.

Raiding Potential

Meso civs lack raiding units besides Eagle Warriors. Xolotl Warriors at 1.35 speed can raid villagers and escape before infantry arrives.

Surprise Factor

Your opponent won't expect cavalry from Aztecs or Mayans. Xolotl Warriors catching Arbalesters off-guard can swing a game.

Critical Point

Getting a converted Stable is difficult and situational. Don't rely on this as a core strategy - it's an opportunistic bonus.

Understanding The Stats

The Xolotl Warrior has Knight-like stats but cannot be upgraded. It's a solid unit that fills a critical gap in Meso civ compositions.

Knight-Level HP

100 HP

Same HP as a Knight. This makes them durable raiders and front-line fighters for civs that normally lack such options.

Balanced Armor

2/2 Armor

Good melee and pierce armor. They tank archer fire reasonably well and trade decently with infantry.

No Upgrades

Cannot Upgrade

Unlike Knights, Xolotl Warriors have no elite upgrade. They stay at this power level throughout the game.

Moderate Speed

1.35 Speed

Slower than Light Cavalry (1.5) but faster than Knights (1.35). Good for raiding, not for chasing.

Coach's Tip

Your 100 HP and 2/2 armor make you a solid all-rounder. You're not as strong as a Cavalier but you're the only cavalry Meso civs can get. Use them to plug the gap in your army composition.

Mechanics & Bonuses

Attack Bonuses

TargetBonus Dmg

Armor Classes

Cavalry

Takes heavy bonus damage from Pikemen/Halberdiers and Camels.