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Malians
Infantry and Cavalry
Overview
The Malians are an infantry and cavalry civilization representing the medieval Mali Empire.
Historical Context
The Malian civilization represents the Mali Empire, one of the largest and richest empires in West Africa during the Middle Ages, known for its wealth in gold and strong military traditions.
Unique Unit
Gbeto
A fast-moving ranged unit that excels at hit-and-run tactics.
Team Bonus
University researches 80% faster
Civilization Bonus
Buildings cost -15% wood
Bonuses
- Barracks units +1 pierce armor per age
- Gold mining upgrades free
- Infantry +3 attack vs. buildings
Unique Technologies
Tigui: Town Centers fire arrows even without garrison
Farimba: Cavalry +5 attack
Economy Bonus
Buildings costing less wood allows for faster expansion and more resources for military production.
Gameplay Tips
- Use your wood discount to expand quickly and save resources
- Leverage your infantry's pierce armor for strong pushes against archer civilizations
- Take advantage of free gold mining upgrades for a strong gold economy
Tags
Infantry
Cavalry
Economy