GUIDE · BATTLE STRATEGY
Emperor In All But Name opening defense
Emperor In All But Name opens under attacks from Dong Zhuo and Lü Bu, followed by a window to defeat Tao Qian before Liu Bei’s reinforcements arrive. A separate achievement requires defeating Lü Bu within twenty minutes.
Overview
Emperor In All But Name opens under attacks from Dong Zhuo and Lü Bu, followed by a window to defeat Tao Qian before Liu Bei’s reinforcements arrive. A separate achievement requires defeating Lü Bu within twenty minutes.
Plan and execution
Choose between Xiahou Dan for direct damage and Cao Ren for nearby support, considering that the choice persists into later missions. Secure the base with troops or a Castle, then use the two available warband carts selectively. Once defenses hold, strike Tao Qian quickly and prevent the Liu Bei reinforcement window from closing. If pursuing the achievement, scout Lü Bu’s route and preserve a mobile force for the timed attack.
Risks and adaptation
The early defense and the Tao Qian timing compete for attention. Protect the economy first, but do not let the force spend too long on optional camps while the reinforcement deadline approaches.
- Focus
- Choose a campaign hero and beat the Lü Bu timer
- Signature / category
- Plan and execution
- Release / context
- Age of Empires II system
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