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Tatars
Cavalry Archers

Overview

The Tatars are a cavalry archer civilization representing various Turkic-Mongol states of Central Asia.

Historical Context

The Tatars were nomadic peoples who established powerful states across Eurasia, known for their skilled horsemen and archers.

Unique Unit

Keshik

A cavalry unit that generates gold as it deals damage, providing economic benefits during combat.

Team Bonus

Cavalry Archers +2 line of sight

Civilization Bonus

Units deal 50% bonus damage when attacking from higher elevation

Bonuses

  • Cavalry Archers fire 25% faster
  • Free Parthian Tactics
  • Thumb Ring free

Unique Technologies

Silk Armor: Scout Cavalry, Steppe Lancers and Cavalry Archers +1 melee armor, +1 pierce armor

Timurid Siegecraft: Trebuchets +2 range; Bombard Cannons +25% accuracy

Economy Bonus

Keshiks generating gold while fighting provides a unique economic advantage in prolonged battles.

Gameplay Tips

  • Use the elevation bonus to your advantage in combat
  • Leverage your faster firing Cavalry Archers for strong harassment
  • Take advantage of free Thumb Ring and Parthian Tactics for early power spikes

Tags

Cavalry Archers
Cavalry
Economy