Unit Name
Prefecture Pikemen (also called Elite Prefecture Pikemen after veterancy)
Unit Acquire Method
Unlocked in the Melee Infantry unit tree for 7,500 Honour, or instantly with 20Ă— Prefecture Pikeman Signaculum
Traits
- Shock Troops – Excel at charging rather than in prolonged melee
- Melee Fighters – Focused on close-quarters combat .
- Three Battles – Perform a short attack series post-charge
- Swamp – Deal +26% damage to cavalry and slow them by 45% for 2 s on hit
- Combat Penalty vs Heroes – Charge damage to heroes is reduced by 35%
Skills / Formations
- Dispersed – Units spread out to reduce damage from ranged attacks
- Line – Two staggered rows ideal for advancing
- Column – Narrow formation that boosts charge impact
Unit Orders
- Push of Pike – Charge forward dealing heavy piercing damage; bonus increased in Column formation. Cooldown: 40 s
- Last Stand – Grants +15% movement speed, control immunity, and +300 piercing damage for 3 s. Cooldown: 5 s
Tips / Tricks
- Prefer circle-charge tactics over static bracing, as they have limited brace ability
- Use Push of Pike from Column for maximum damage; follow with Three Battles for multi-hit combos
- Ideal as cavalry deterrents and pike-break specialists. With full veterancy and correct play, they remain highly destructive .
Mastery âś… Yes
| Tier | Name | Effect | Req. Level | Scrolls Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | Onrush | +80 piercing damage | 10 | 5Ă— Uncommon |
| II | Spear Technique | +80 piercing armour penetration | 11 | 10Ă— Uncommon |
| III | Onrush II | +80 piercing damage | 11 | 15Ă— Uncommon |
| IV | Spear Technique II | +80 piercing armour penetration | 12 | 25Ă— Uncommon |
| V | Last Stand | Allows Last Stand activation during Push of Pike; adds 300 pierce for 3 s | 14 | 8× Rare |
| VI | Fear Nothing | Push of Pike deals +300 damage | 14 | 25Ă— Uncommon |
| VII | Reflexes | Reduces ranged damage taken by 200 | 16 | 40Ă— Uncommon |
| VIII | No Way Out | If Last Stand is active during Push of Pike hit: +300 pierce and all‑defence for 6 s | 18 | 12× Rare |
Summary
Prefecture Pikemen are elite shock troops — heavy-hitting pike infantry specialized in aggressive charges and cavalry suppression. Their mastery significantly boosts offensive potential and survivability, but they require active control and formation discipline. Early deployment is rewarding, and they remain a feared presence in skilled hands.
