GUIDE · TECHNOLOGY STRATEGY
Warwolf Trebuchet counter-fire plan
Warwolf turns Briton Trebuchets into more reliable area attackers, making them useful against enemy siege and exposed armies as well as buildings. Use the upgrade when the opponent’s counters justify fielding Trebuchets as combat support.
Overview
Warwolf turns Briton Trebuchets into more reliable area attackers, making them useful against enemy siege and exposed armies as well as buildings. Use the upgrade when the opponent’s counters justify fielding Trebuchets as combat support.
Plan and execution
Unpack the Trebuchets behind the Longbowman line and target clustered siege or slow units that threaten the archers. Use the improved accuracy to punish Bombard Cannons or Mangonels, then shift back to buildings when the enemy army retreats. Keep infantry and cavalry between the Trebuchets and any fast dive, and maintain spacing so each engine has a clear line of fire.
Risks and adaptation
The blast can damage allied units, and multiple Trebuchets firing at one small target can waste damage. Keep friendly troops out of the impact area and avoid exposing engines to a counterattack while they are unpacked.
- Focus
- Briton siege accuracy and friendly-fire control
- Signature / category
- Plan and execution
- Release / context
- Age of Empires II system
- Region
- Technology strategy
- Classification
- Technology strategies