TECHNOLOGY · CIVILIZATION-SPECIFIC
Xyphos
Hoplites and Monoremes gain attack when surrounded by enemy military units.
Overview
Hoplites and Monoremes gain attack when surrounded by enemy military units.
Effect and affected units
Xyphos changes hoplite and Monoreme line: Increased attack when near enemy soldiers. 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 Food, 250 Gold, and the research time is 70 seconds. Consider whether the upgrade will affect enough units or workers to repay that investment before the match is decided.
Effect and research timing
Hoplites and Monoremes gain attack when surrounded by enemy military units. Effect: Hoplite and Monoreme line: Increased attack when near enemy soldiers. Research becomes available in: Classical Age; Research at: Fort; Research cost: 300 Food, 250 Gold; Research time: 70 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
- Research time
- 70 seconds
Research requirements and effects for this entry.
- Focus
- Unique technology · Spartans
- Signature / category
- Unique technology · Spartans
- Release / context
- Civilization research
- Region
- Civilization-specific
- Classification
- Unique technologies