🛡️ Unit Wiki: Black Dragon Spearmen
Unit Name
Black Dragon Spearmen (Silver Era Premium Unit)
Unit Acquire Method
Obtainable as a mercenary via the Mercenary Store for around 4,900 Sovereigns or 700,000 Silver
Traits
- Heavy Shields – Massive front shields offering excellent frontal protection, but no flank or rear shield coverage (ConqHub).
- Rings of Steel – Innate Schiltron formation for all-around defence
- Own Supply Line – Automatically replaces damaged/missing equipment at no cost
- Exemplar – Grants +10% Hero XP, Unit XP, and Honour gain
Skills & Formations
- Shield Wall – Basic tight defensive stance, boosting frontline block and resilience
- Turtle – Defensive formation protecting front, flanks, and the top of the unit .
- Advance (Shielded) – Move forward while shields are raised to maintain defence
- Recover – Restores 250 HP over 15 s; unlocked via veterancy
- Schiltron – Circular defensive formation; unlocked via veterancy
Tips & Tricks
- Use Recover mid-fight to sustain the unit for prolonged defensive lines.
- Engage in Schiltron formation when surrounded or holding objectives.
- Combine Advance (Shielded) with Shield Wall to push forward while retaining block.
Pros & Cons
Pros:
• Exceptional frontline durability with massive shields
• Instant Schiltron for 360° protection
• Self-sustains via Recover
• XP and Honour generation via Exemplar
Cons:
• No shield protection from flanks or rear attacks
• Limited offensive pressure—focuses on defence
• Mercenary cost may be high for some players
Mastery: No
Summary
Black Dragon Spearmen are elite shields-infantry built for endurance. Their default all-around defence, self-healing ability, and XP boost make them exceptional at holding critical positions. Ideal for defensive strategies and frontline anchoring.