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Capped Ram

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TECHNOLOGY · SIEGE WORKSHOP

Capped Ram

Upgrades Battering Rams into a stronger structure-breaking siege unit.

Capped Ram research artwork
Capped Ram research artwork

Overview

Upgrades Battering Rams into a stronger structure-breaking siege unit.

Effect and affected units

Capped Ram changes upgrades Battering Ram to Capped Ram. The affected target is Capped Ram; the bonus does not automatically apply to the rest of the roster. 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 Imperial Age at the Siege Workshop. The recorded cost is 300 Food, and the research time is 50 seconds. Consider whether the upgrade will affect enough units or workers to repay that investment before the match is decided.

Effect and research timing

Upgrades Battering Rams into a stronger structure-breaking siege unit. Effect: Upgrades Battering Ram to Capped Ram. Research becomes available in: Imperial Age; Research at: Siege Workshop; Research cost: 300 Food; Research time: 50 seconds. 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. This research advances the eligible unit line to its next listed tier, changing which version is fielded after the upgrade becomes available.

Research details

Research building
Siege Workshop
Cost
300 Food
Research time
50 seconds
Effect
Upgrades Battering Ram to Capped Ram

Research requirements and effects for this entry.

Focus
Research
Signature / category
Siege Workshop
Release / context
Core system
Classification
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