Cataphract
Heavy Melee Cavalry Unique
Expensive cavalry with high damage and a powerful Trample ability that charges through enemies. + Heavy armor + Trample deals area damage - No base charge attack - Slower move speed - Countered by Spearmen and Crossbowmen
Stats
| Age | HP | Attack | Attack speed (s) | Range | Melee armor | Pierce / ranged armor | Speed | Line of sight | Population | Time | Cost | Civilizations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Age | 360 | 27 | 1.375 | 0.288 | 4 | 4 | 1.625 | 28 | 1 | 40s | 180 Food 150 Gold | Byzantines |
| Imperial Age | 405 | 32 | 1.375 | 0.288 | 5 | 5 | 1.625 | 28 | 1 | 40s | 180 Food 150 Gold | Byzantines |
| Imperial Age | 405 | 32 | 1.375 | 0.288 | 5 | 5 | 1.625 | 28 | 1 | 40s | 250 Silver | Macedonian Dynasty |
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