Top 5 Infantry in Age of Empires II according to Hera

Infantry in Age of Empires II has evolved a lot over the years, with units that stand out for their endurance, versatility and specific roles within the metagame. In this list we will review the five best infantry units in the game according to Hera, including unique units as well as generic and regional units.

5. Legionary

The Legionary of the Romans is an improved version of the Champion, accessing its line of upgrades in a single step. He stands out for his bonuses when close to a Centurion and for the Comitensis upgrade, which grants him an additional charged attack.

Pros:
- 💖 Higher HP and armor than a conventional Champion.
- 💨 +5 charged attack and increased speed together with a Centurion.
- ⏩ You train 50% faster with Comitensis.
Cons:
- 🏹Lower resistance to ranged attacks.
- 🟰 Same role and weaknesses as a traditional Champion.

4. Kamayuk

The Kamayuk is the best infantry unit of the Incas and one of the most lethal warriors in close combat. Its additional range of 1 square allows it to attack in compact formations, similar to the Step Lancers.

Pros:
- 🐴 High damage and bonuses against cavalry.
- 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Ability to attack a single target en masse.
- 💖 Good HP and armor with Fabric Shields technology.
Cons:
- ♿ Limited mobility.
- 🏰 Needs to be produced in castles, which reduces its availability.

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3. Halberdier (Pikerman line)

The Halberdier is an essential unit in any military composition, as it represents the best free counter against heavy cavalry. Its low cost and accessibility make it an indispensable option.

Cons:
- 🐴🐘 High extra damage against cavalry and elephants.
- 🪙 Low production cost and fast training.
- 🏯 Benefited by bonuses from civilizations such as Japanese and Slavs.
Pros:
- ⚔️🏹 Vulnerable against elite infantry and archers.
- 🔎 Menos versátil que otras unidades de infantería.

2. Huskarl

The Huskarle is the cornerstone of the Goths, specialized in range resistance and one of the most effective siege units in the game.

Pros:
- 🛡️ 10 armor piercing in its elite version..
- 🏹💣 Excellent for sieges and against ranged units.
- ⏩ Faster than other infantry units, making it lethal in raids.
Cons:
- 🪙High cost of gold in the early game.
- ⚔️ Difficult to use in scenarios where the enemy uses melee units.

1. Eagle Warrior

The Eagle Warrior is undoubtedly the best infantry unit in Age of Empires II. Available for the Incas, Aztecs and Mayans, it is a unit with outstanding mobility, ideal for raiding, exploration and prolonged combat.

Pros:
- ⏩High speed and mobility..
- 🛡️ Excellent resistance against projectiles (8 armor piercing in the Mayan version).
- 🐴 Good attack and bonuses against light cavalry and support units.
- 🔛 Its versatility makes it ideal for both sieges and prolonged fights.
Cons:
- 🪙 Requires a stable economy to mass produce.
- 🎩 Must be upgraded to its elite version to reach its full potential.

Honorable Mentions

Woad Raider: Fast and excellent for raids, but fragile.
Samurái: Great bonus against single units, but not very effective in extended battle lines.
Chakram Thrower: Inflicts area damage, but its resistance is low..
Sergeant: Strong unit in all ages, but limited by Sicilian civilization.
Karambit Warrior: Cheap and fast, but fragile against powerful attacks.