TECHNOLOGY · BARRACKS
Gambesons
Adds pierce armor to the militia-line infantry.
Overview
Adds pierce armor to the militia-line infantry.
Effect and affected units
Gambesons changes militia, Fire Lancer, and Varangian Guard lines +1 pierce armor. 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 Barracks. The recorded cost is 100 Gold, and the research time is 25 seconds. Consider whether the upgrade will affect enough units or workers to repay that investment before the match is decided.
Effect and research timing
Adds pierce armor to the militia-line infantry. Effect: Militia, Fire Lancer, and Varangian Guard lines +1 pierce armor. Research becomes available in: Castle Age; Research at: Barracks; Research cost: 100 Gold; Research time: 25 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
- Age
- Castle Age
- Research building
- Barracks
- Cost
- 100 Gold
- Research time
- 25 seconds
- Effect
- Militia, Fire Lancer, and Varangian Guard lines +1 pierce armor
Research requirements and effects for this entry.