Essential Greek Build Order: Zeus Bolt-Rush
To master Greek gameplay, focus on an efficient transition to the Classical Age to deploy Heroes and Myth units quickly. Use this Zeus 4:30 Classical Build to pressure opponents early:
- Vills 1-3: Food (Gather from starting crates, then move to Forage/Hunt).
- Vill 4: Build a House, then a Temple, then move to Gold.
- Vills 5-8: Wood.
- Vills 9-12: Food.
- Research: Hunting Dogs at the Granary as soon as possible.
- Classical Age: Advance via Hermes for Centaur production and the Ceasefire god power.
Norse Character Data: The Infantry Core
Unlike other civilizations, Norse infantry build structures. This makes the Ulfsark your most versatile unit. In the early game, utilize Hersirs; they are your primary source of Favor and act as specialized Hero units that counter Myth units effectively.
| Unit Type | Strong Against | Primary Weakness |
|---|---|---|
| Hersir (Hero) | Myth Units | Human Soldiers (Hoplites/Raiding Cavalry) |
| Valkyrie (Myth) | Raiding/Support | Heroes / Archers |
Egyptian Economic Boom Strategy
Egyptian builds prioritize gold and favor. Start by placing your Monuments early to generate passive Favor. Use the Empower ability of your Pharaoh on the Lumber Camp or Mining Camp to boost resource gathering by 20%.
- Early Game: Prioritize 2 Monuments and a Priest to begin scouting.
- Army Composition: Use Spearmen to soak up damage while Slingers counter enemy archers and Axemen focus on infantry.
- God Choice: Pick Anubis for the Anubite myth unit to perform lethal hit-and-run attacks on enemy villagers.