CAMPAIGN · THE AGE OF KINGS
The Horns of Hattin
A Relic-recovery mission fought from two vulnerable desert camps. The objective is a courier run, so you can win without defeating every enemy.
Overview
A Relic-recovery mission fought from two vulnerable desert camps. The objective is a courier run, so you can win without defeating every enemy.
Player approach
The Horns of Hattin asks you to capture a Relic from the Hospitallers with two exposed bases, no Imperial Age, and no access to stone walls, towers, or Castles. Use mobile forces and terrain to protect the route instead of relying on permanent defenses.
Step-by-step plan
Use the northern camp to support the main army and the southern base to maintain Villagers, production, and gold. Scout the approaches between the bases and contest the shallows with Cavalry Archers and supporting units before moving the Relic carrier. Keep the force concentrated around the monastery route, use hit-and-run pressure to draw defenders away, and escort the Monk along a cleared path while the second base continues producing replacements.
Risks and adjustments
Palisade Walls only delay attackers, and stone cannot be turned into stronger fortifications in this scenario. Do not split the army to defend both camps equally; protect the resource and production base that can sustain the Relic attempt, then keep the carrier behind the screen.
Focused strategy page
For a dedicated version of this plan, open The Horns of Hattin relic-escort plan.
Mission overview
A Relic-recovery mission fought from two vulnerable desert camps. The objective is a courier run, so you can win without defeating every enemy.
Objectives
- Capture the Piece of the True Cross.
- Carry the Relic back to the marked site between the Horns of Hattin.
- Also known as
- The Horns of Hattin (Age of Empires II)
- Focus
- Scenario · Saladin
- Signature / category
- Story & scenarios
- Release / context
- The Age of Kings
- Region
- The Age of Kings
- Classification
- Scenarios