TECHNOLOGY · CIVILIZATION-SPECIFIC
Atlatl
Skirmishers gain attack and range.
Overview
Skirmishers gain attack and range.
Effect and affected units
Atlatl changes skirmishers +1 attack and range. Read the named target carefully: this effect applies only to the units, buildings, or economy described in its entry. This is the main reason to research it; compare the affected units with the army you expect to field.
Research cost and timing
Research is available in Castle Age at the Castle. The recorded cost is 400 Food, 350 Gold, and the research time is 40 seconds. Consider whether the upgrade will affect enough units or workers to repay that investment before the match is decided.
Effect and research timing
Skirmishers gain attack and range. Effect: Skirmishers +1 attack and range. Research becomes available in: Castle Age; Research at: Castle; Research cost: 400 Food, 350 Gold; Research time: 40 seconds. This research is restricted to its named civilization, so it is part of that faction’s identity rather than a shared option. Its value depends on which units receive the effect and how often they take part in combat; timing it before a major engagement can improve the whole eligible group.
Research details
- Age
- Castle Age
- Research building
- Castle
- Research time
- 40 seconds
- Effect
- Skirmishers +1 attack and range
Research requirements and effects for this entry.
- Focus
- Unique technology · Aztecs
- Signature / category
- Unique technology · Aztecs
- Release / context
- Civilization research
- Region
- Civilization-specific
- Classification
- Unique technologies