Update 162286 - Traction Trebs & Eagles
The final update of 2025 brings a massive change to Eagle Warriors, reworks the Traction Trebuchet, and buffs several cavalry civilizations like Spanish, Tatars, and Georgians.
Key Highlights
- Eagle Warrior food cost reduced (25 -> 20)
- Traction Trebuchet Reworked
- Spanish Elite Conquistador buffed
- Persian Kamandaran Archers cheaper
Content
General Changes: - Chicken-type animal food increased 65 -> 75. - Eagle Warrior cost reduced 25f 50g -> 20f 50g. - Gambesons cost reduced 100f 100g -> 50f 100g. - Traction Trebuchet: Reload time 9s -> 11s. Bonus vs buildings 175 -> 230. Movement speed 0.6 -> 0.57.
Civilization Changes: - Armenians: Warrior Priest cost 30f 60g -> 30f 50g. - Bulgarians: Krepost can now train Petards. - Burgundians: Flemish Militia speed 0.9 -> 0.94. - Georgians: Aznauri Cavalry pop space reduction -15% -> -20%. Upgrade cost reduced 750f 250g -> 550f 250g. Fortified Churches effect area 8 -> 9 tiles. - Jurchens: (Elite) Iron Pagoda reload time reduced. Mounted Units/Fire Lancers attack speed bonus 20% -> 25%. - Khitans: Mounted Trebuchet fire area 0.65 -> 0.7, duration 8s -> 10s. Pasture cost 100w -> 110w. Pasture animal food 105 -> 115. Build time 18s -> 22s. - Persians: Kamandaran Archer-line cost changed to 50 wood (was 60). - Shu: Lumberjacks food bonus reduced 9% -> 7%. - Spanish: Elite Conquistador attack 18 -> 19. Upgrade cost 1200f 600g -> 900f 600g. - Tatars: (Elite) Keshik HP 110(140) -> 120(145). Elite upgrade cost 700f 900g -> 700f 600g. - Turks: Gold miners work faster bonus 20% -> 25%. - Wu: Jian Swordsman train time 27s -> 35s.
FAQ
Are Eagle Warriors overpowered now?
The reduction in food cost (25 -> 20) is significant. It makes the transition into Castle Age Eagle aggression much smoother on the economy, likely propelling Meso-civilizations (Aztecs, Mayans, Incas) to the top of the meta.
How does the Traction Trebuchet change affect gameplay?
Traction Trebs now hit harder per shot (+55 bonus vs buildings) but fire slower and move slower. This makes them better at sniping buildings in fewer hits but worse at sustained DPS against repairing villagers or units.
Is the Spanish Conquistador buff noticeable?
Yes. +1 Attack allows Elite Conquistadors to reach critical breakpoints against certain units faster. The reduced upgrade cost also makes the transition to the Elite version much more viable in 1v1 games.
Why was Shu nerfed again?
The Shu economy was still overperforming. Reducing the Lumberjack food bonus from 9% to 7% is another step to rein in their early game boom potential.
Are Persian 'Trashbows' better?
Yes. With the Kamandaran cost changed to 50 wood (down from 60), Persian Crossbows are now even cheaper to mass, making their trash-war potential incredibly cost-efficient.