GUIDE · BATTLE STRATEGY
The Queen in the Panther’s Skin phase transition
The Queen in the Panther’s Skin has a twenty-five-minute preparation phase followed by a new army tasked with destroying five Castles. The first army is lost at the transition, but researched technologies and stored resources carry over.
Overview
The Queen in the Panther’s Skin has a twenty-five-minute preparation phase followed by a new army tasked with destroying five Castles. The first army is lost at the transition, but researched technologies and stored resources carry over.
Plan and execution
Use the first phase to liberate Persian cities, which increase population space and provide recurring resources. Destroy Supply Depots to weaken the enemy economy, and complete secondary objectives that meaningfully strengthen the next force. Avoid training a large army that will vanish; instead spend on permanent technologies and savings. In phase two, build a siege-supported force and attack the five Castles in a deliberate sequence.
Risks and adaptation
The first army does not transfer, so do not invest heavily in units near the transition. The timer is strict; prioritize objectives that weaken the second phase instead of trying to clear every enemy building.
- Focus
- Complete high-value objectives before the first army disappears
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