TECHNOLOGY · BARRACKS
Supplies
Reduces the food cost of the Militia line. This research is part of the standard Age of Empires II ruleset; Chronicles uses a separate balance setting.
Overview
Reduces the food cost of the Militia line. This research is part of the standard Age of Empires II ruleset; Chronicles uses a separate balance setting.
Effect and affected units
Supplies changes militia line costs -15 food. 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 Feudal Age at the Barracks. The recorded cost is not separately recorded, and the research time is not separately recorded. Consider whether the upgrade will affect enough units or workers to repay that investment before the match is decided.
Matchup plan: Supplies militia-line cost break-even
Supplies reduces the food burden of the Militia line, so it becomes worthwhile when enough infantry will be trained after the research. Use it as part of a sustained production plan rather than a one-off upgrade Research Supplies when you expect to train a continuing stream of Militia-line units and can keep Barracks active. Convert the food saved into additional units or Villager production, and use the infantry to screen ranged troops or support a push. Reassess after the opponent changes composition, since the technology’s payoff depends on continued use of the line For a small army, the research cost may exceed the food saved. Do not buy it simply because the Militia line is available; confirm that the current matchup and economy support enough future production
Effect and research timing
Reduces the food cost of the Militia line. This research is part of the standard Age of Empires II ruleset; Chronicles uses a separate balance setting. Effect: Militia line costs -15 food. Research becomes available in: Feudal Age; Research at: Barracks.
Research details
- Age
- Feudal Age
- Research building
- Barracks
- Effect
- Militia line costs -15 food
Research requirements and effects for this entry.