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Unique units

Unique units are civilization-specific military units, most commonly trained at a Castle. A civilization’s unique unit adds a distinct role to its army; some releases also introduce regional or campaign-only exceptions.

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Overview

Unique units are civilization-specific military units, most commonly trained at a Castle. A civilization’s unique unit adds a distinct role to its army; some releases also introduce regional or campaign-only exceptions.

Using this index

This reference groups related Age of Empires II entries under unit roles. Use its linked pages to move from the overview to a specific civilization, unit, building, technology, rule, or map; the detailed entry is where availability, values, and matchup interactions are recorded.

How to use this reference

Unique units are civilization-specific military units, most commonly trained at a Castle. A civilization’s unique unit adds a distinct role to its army; some releases also introduce regional or campaign-only exceptions. Use this reference to move between the related Age II entries; individual pages explain each unit, structure, technology, or rule.

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