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Leaf-Headed Shafts

TECHNOLOGIES · AGE OF EMPIRES II ONLY

TECHNOLOGY · CIVILIZATION-SPECIFIC

Leaf-Headed Shafts

Pattiyodha Longbowmen deal more damage at close range.

Leaf-Headed Shafts Age of Empires II technology artwork
Leaf-Headed Shafts Age of Empires II technology artwork

Overview

Pattiyodha Longbowmen deal more damage at close range.

Effect and affected units

Leaf-Headed Shafts changes pattiyodha Longbowman: +1 ability bonus. 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 Classical Age at the Fort. The recorded cost is 300 Wood, 200 Gold, and the research time is 30 seconds. Consider whether the upgrade will affect enough units or workers to repay that investment before the match is decided.

Effect and research timing

Pattiyodha Longbowmen deal more damage at close range. Effect: Pattiyodha Longbowman: +1 ability bonus. Research becomes available in: Classical Age; Research at: Fort; Research cost: 300 Wood, 200 Gold; Research time: 30 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
Classical Age
Research building
Fort
Cost
300 Wood, 200 Gold
Research time
30 seconds
Effect
Pattiyodha Longbowman: +1 ability bonus

Research requirements and effects for this entry.

Focus
Unique technology · Puru
Signature / category
Unique technology · Puru
Release / context
Civilization research
Region
Civilization-specific
Classification
Unique technologies
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