TECHNOLOGY · BARRACKS
Two-Handed Swordsman
Improves Long Swordsmen for late-game infantry combat.
Overview
Improves Long Swordsmen for late-game infantry combat.
Effect and affected units
Two-Handed Swordsman changes upgrades Long Swordsman to Two-Handed Swordsman. The affected target is Two-Handed 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 Imperial Age at the Barracks. The recorded cost is 200 Food, 100 Gold, and the research time is 45 seconds. Consider whether the upgrade will affect enough units or workers to repay that investment before the match is decided.
Effect and research timing
Improves Long Swordsmen for late-game infantry combat. Effect: Upgrades Long Swordsman to Two-Handed Swordsman. Research becomes available in: Imperial Age; Research at: Barracks; Research cost: 200 Food, 100 Gold; Research time: 45 seconds. 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
- Imperial Age
- Research building
- Barracks
- Research time
- 45 seconds
- Effect
- Upgrades Long Swordsman to Two-Handed Swordsman
Research requirements and effects for this entry.