Elite mid‑range archers excelling at precision strikes and battlefield suppression.
Overview
Era / Tier: T4
Unit Size: 28 models
Leadership: 235 L
Unlock Method: Honour Tech‑Tree
Role: Deliver mid‑range suppressive fire with armor‑piercing bolts
Core Traits
- Armor‑Piercing Arrows: Bollts ignore 50 % of target armor, making them devastating against heavily armored infantry.
- Rapid Volley: Executes area‑effect volleys on a short cooldown to pin enemy formations.
- Steady Aiming: Grants +15 % accuracy after remaining stationary for 2 seconds.
- Fragile Build: Low health and armor render them vulnerable to cavalry and melee assaults.
Unit Orders
| Order | Effect |
|---|---|
| Bodkin Arrows | 5 Volleys of armour piercing arrows |
| Snipe | Two Volley of Bodkin arrows precise Snipe aim | Resets on kill |
Veterancy Paths
Mastery Upgrades
Recommended Doctrines
Tactical Micro & Combat Tips
- Establish Position: Halt to activate Steady Aiming before your opening volley.
- Priority Targeting: Use Armor‑Piercing arrows against shield walls; revert to standard bolts for groups.
- Optimal Positioning: Stay behind shield or pike lines; avoid direct melee conflicts.
- Synchronize Fire: Coordinate volleys with allied CC abilities to lock enemies in your firing zone.
Key Takeaway
Imperial Archers leverage precise, armor‑piercing volleys to dismantle shield formations and control the battlefield. Position them wisely behind your frontline, toggle armor‑piercing fire judiciously, and synchronize their volleys with allied maneuvers for maximum suppression and devastation.