CAMPAIGN · RISE OF THE RAJAS
Usurpation
Suryavarman I advances on Angkor to claim the Khmer throne. Weaken the rival king’s forward camps, clear the approaches through the countryside, and break into the fortified capital to defeat him.
Overview
Suryavarman I advances on Angkor to claim the Khmer throne. Weaken the rival king’s forward camps, clear the approaches through the countryside, and break into the fortified capital to defeat him.
Player approach
Usurpation rewards an immediate Castle Age advance while the army removes nearby raid sources. Build an elephant and infantry force that can protect its vulnerable siege role against Pikemen.
Step-by-step plan
Advance to Castle Age quickly and attack the base on the road to the right, capturing its Barracks and nearby position. Build a Castle with Murder Holes against incoming raids, then train Elephants backed by Archers or infantry. Clear the three Red bases to stop their recurring mixed-unit attacks before gathering the army outside Angkor’s walls for the final siege.
Risks and adjustments
Enemy Pikemen counter Elephants and appear in later raids. Keep ranged units between them and the elephants, and avoid besieging Angkor before the supporting bases are removed.
Focused strategy page
For a dedicated version of this plan, open Usurpation Castle Age elephant push.
Mission overview
Suryavarman I advances on Angkor to claim the Khmer throne. Weaken the rival king’s forward camps, clear the approaches through the countryside, and break into the fortified capital to defeat him.
Objectives
- Storm Angkor and kill Udayadityavarman I.
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- Scenario · Suryavarman I
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