TECHNOLOGY · BARRACKS
Long Swordsman
Upgrades Man-at-Arms into the Castle Age Long Swordsman.
Overview
Upgrades Man-at-Arms into the Castle Age Long Swordsman.
Effect and affected units
Long Swordsman changes upgrades Man-at-Arms to Long Swordsman. The affected target is Long Swordsman; 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 Castle Age at the Barracks. The recorded cost is 150 Food, 65 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
Upgrades Man-at-Arms into the Castle Age Long Swordsman. Effect: Upgrades Man-at-Arms to Long Swordsman. Research becomes available in: Castle Age; Research at: Barracks; Research cost: 150 Food, 65 Gold; Research time: 40 seconds. This is most relevant when the match plan includes defending a position or applying pressure to structures. This research advances the eligible unit line to its next listed tier, changing which version is fielded after the upgrade becomes available.
Research details
- Age
- Castle Age
- Research building
- Barracks
- Research time
- 40 seconds
- Effect
- Upgrades Man-at-Arms to Long Swordsman
Research requirements and effects for this entry.