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The Battle of Panipat

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The Battle of Panipat

Babur prepares a fortified camp for Ibrahim Lodi’s larger army. Use the preparation phase to disrupt supplies and persuade potential defectors, hold the line for the timed battle, then leave the defenses to destroy the Sultanate’s fortress.

The Battle of Panipat Age of Empires II campaign artwork
The Battle of Panipat Age of Empires II campaign artwork

Overview

Babur prepares a fortified camp for Ibrahim Lodi’s larger army. Use the preparation phase to disrupt supplies and persuade potential defectors, hold the line for the timed battle, then leave the defenses to destroy the Sultanate’s fortress.

Player approach

The Battle of Panipat gives twenty-five minutes to prepare. Avoid early raids, expand with several Town Centers, and reach a strong population before moving on the gunpowder carts and enemy leaders.

Step-by-step plan

Send Villagers to gather resources and establish three or four Town Centers. Keep the starting army home until the population and economy are ready, then destroy the four towers around the gunpowder carts. Build a force of upgraded Imperial Camel Riders and Monks for the side objectives, adding Hand Cannoneers to support attacks on Alam and Daulat. Use Monks to convert key heroes while the army handles their guards.

Risks and adjustments

An early offensive can leave the base short of the force needed later. Protect the Monks from enemy units and keep enough Camel Riders to screen Hand Cannoneers and siege.

Focused strategy page

For a dedicated version of this plan, open The Battle of Panipat twenty-five-minute boom.

Mission overview

Babur prepares a fortified camp for Ibrahim Lodi’s larger army. Use the preparation phase to disrupt supplies and persuade potential defectors, hold the line for the timed battle, then leave the defenses to destroy the Sultanate’s fortress.

Objectives

  1. Keep at least one of Babur’s Castles standing.
  2. Before the battle, weaken the Delhi Sultanate or win over its auxiliary leaders where possible.
  3. Withstand the Delhi Sultanate’s assault for 25 minutes.
  4. After surviving the battle, destroy the Sultanate’s fortress to open the road to Delhi.
  5. Optional: disrupt supply stores, clear towers from the Ottoman powder route, and kill or convert Alam Khan and Daulat Khan.
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