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Clinker Construction

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Clinker Construction

Castle Age University research that increases ship movement speed by 10% and unlocks Carvel Hull as its Imperial Age follow-up.

Clinker Construction Age of Empires II technology icon
Clinker Construction Age of Empires II technology icon

Overview

Castle Age University research that increases ship movement speed by 10% and unlocks Carvel Hull as its Imperial Age follow-up.

Effect and affected units

Clinker Construction changes ships move +10% faster. 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 University. The recorded cost is 150 Food, 100 Wood, and the research time is 50 seconds. The linked progression is Clinker Construction → Carvel Hull. Consider whether the upgrade will affect enough units or workers to repay that investment before the match is decided.

Effect and research timing

Castle Age University research that increases ship movement speed by 10% and unlocks Carvel Hull as its Imperial Age follow-up. Effect: Ships move +10% faster. Research becomes available in: Castle Age; Research at: University; Research cost: 150 Food, 100 Wood; 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.

Research details

Research building
University
Cost
150 Food, 100 Wood
Research time
50 seconds
Effect
Ships move +10% faster

Research requirements and effects for this entry.

Also known as
Clinker Construction (Age of Empires II)
Focus
Research
Signature / category
University
Release / context
Core system
Classification
Technologies

research Line: Clinker Construction → Carvel Hull

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