GUIDE · BATTLE STRATEGY
Tower rush
Move Villagers forward to build defensive towers near valuable enemy resources or positions. A tower rush can restrict the opponent’s economy, but the forward workers and stone investment need protection and a safe route home.
Overview
Move Villagers forward to build defensive towers near valuable enemy resources or positions. A tower rush can restrict the opponent’s economy, but the forward workers and stone investment need protection and a safe route home.
How to execute the plan
Scout an exposed woodline or gold site, then send a small group of Villagers with an escort to place Watch Towers where their range denies gathering or controls a route. Build forward only when the approach is safe, and retain a home defense while the builders are away.
Risks and response
A tower that does not cover a useful resource can be ignored, and exposed builders can be driven off. Avoid stacking structures beyond your economy; move to another target or return to regular production when the opponent contests the site.
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