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Unit stances

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Unit stances

Stances guide how units respond to nearby enemies, from holding position to pursuing or avoiding combat.

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Overview

Stances guide how units respond to nearby enemies, from holding position to pursuing or avoiding combat.

How this system affects decisions

This rule affects game controls. Read the entry’s stated mechanics together with its requirements and related unit or technology pages; its practical value depends on which parts of that system are active in the current match.

How to use this reference

Stances guide how units respond to nearby enemies, from holding position to pursuing or avoiding combat. The command changes how a group moves or chooses targets; its result depends on unit speed, formation, and the route. Try it with the intended group before relying on it during a fight.

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