Cavalry units are the third kind of units you unlock in Rise of Kingdoms.
They can be trained and upgraded through the Stable building.
There are several commanders that have special abilities to make the most of Cavalry units: Lancelot, Pelagius, Cao Cao, Minamoto no Yoshitsune etc.
Cavalry – Rise of Kingdoms
Cavalry Comparison
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Horseman | 1 | All | ![]() |
60 | 120 | 120 | Very Fast | 5 | 1 |
Light Cavalry | 2 | All | ![]() |
128 | 125 | 125 | Fast | 7 | 2 |
Heavy Cavalry | 3 | All | ![]() |
163 | 158 | 155 | Normal | 8 | 3 |
Knight | 4 | Most | ![]() |
187 | 192 | 192 | Slow | 10 | 4 |
Teutonic Knight | 4 | Germany | ![]() |
187 | 197 | 197 | Slow | 10 | 4 |
Conquistador | 4 | Spain | ![]() |
197 | 192 | 192 | Slow | 10 | 4 |
Mamluk | 4 | Arabia | ![]() |
192 | 192 | 197 | Slow | 10 | 4 |
Royal Knight | 5 | Most | ![]() |
220 | 212 | 216 | Very Slow | 12 | 10 |
Elite Teutonic Knight | 5 | Germany | ![]() |
220 | 217 | 222 | Very Slow | 12 | 10 |
Elite Conquistador | 5 | Spain | ![]() |
232 | 212 | 216 | Very Slow | 12 | 10 |
Elite Mamluk | 5 | Arabia | ![]() |
227 | 212 | 222 | Very Slow | 12 | 10 |
Cavalry Units
Tier 1: Horseman
Horsemen are the prototype form of true cavalry, and can play an important role on the battlefield when they are assembled.
Stats
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60 | 120 | 120 | Very Fast | 5 | 1 |
Skills
Due to the high mobility, Cavalry units can easily counter Archer units, but can be easily taken down by infantry units.
The insane of the endurance could help cavalry travel to the destination a lot quicker. March speed increased.
Tier 2: Light Cavalry
Well-equipped cavalry proficient in a variety of different strategies. Generally serve as the main force of their army.
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128 | 125 | 125 | Fast | 7 | 2 |
Skills
Due to the high mobility, Cavalry units can easily counter Archer units, but can be easily taken down by infantry units.
Attack increased. The horse charges like crazy to send them all to hell!
Half power of a cavalry unit is literally based on their horse. March speed increased.
Tier 3: Heavy Cavalry
Equipped in full-body heavy armor—even their horses are armored. When on flat land, their charges can obliterate any opponent.
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158 | 153 | 155 | Normal | 8 | 3 |
Skills
Due to the high mobility, Cavalry units can easily counter Archer units, but can be easily taken down by infantry units.
Only the most experienced soldiers know how to survive throughout brutal wars. HP increased
Tier 4 Cavalry Units
- Knight
- Teutonic Knight (Germany)
- Conquistador (Spain)
- Mamluk (Arabia)
Tier 4: Knight
Knighthood is more than just a title; it is a spirit worth of honor and praise. In addition to their outstanding fighting skills, knights are also skilled tacticians.
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187 | 192 | 192 | Slow | 10 | 4 |
Skills
Due to the high mobility, Cavalry units can easily counter Archer units, but can be easily taken down by infantry units.
Although the vision will get limited a bit, this Iron Helmet provides a perfect protection for the cavalry unit. Defense increased!
HP increased to rein any war horse for a crazy battle.
Tier 4: Teutonic Knight (Germany)
The Teutonic Order was initially formed to aid Christians on their pilgramages to the Holy Land and to establish hospitals.
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187 | 197 | 197 | Slow | 10 | 4 |
Skills
Due to the high mobility, Cavalry units can easily counter Archer units, but can be easily taken down by infantry units.
Although the vision will get limited a bit, this Iron Helmet provides a perfect protection for the cavalry unit. Defense increased!
HP increased to rein any war horse for a crazy battle.
Tier 4: Conquistador (Spain)
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197 | 192 | 192 | Slow | 10 | 4 |
Skills
Due to the high mobility, Cavalry units can easily counter Archer units, but can be easily taken down by infantry units.
Although the vision will get limited a bit, this Iron Helmet provides a perfect protection for the cavalry unit. Defense increased!
HP increased to rein any war horse for a crazy battle.
Tier 4: Mamluk (Arabia)
The ferocious mamluks have made a name for themselves with their surpassing strength. They are most at home in the desert, galloping more freely across soft, uneven sand than most knights could on a jousting field.
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192 | 192 | 197 | Slow | 11 | 4 |
Skills
Due to the high mobility, Cavalry units can easily counter Archer units, but can be easily taken down by infantry units.
Although the vision will get limited a bit, this Iron Helmet provides a perfect protection for the cavalry unit. Defense increased!
HP increased to rein any war horse for a crazy battle.
Tier 5 Cavalry Units
- Royal Knight
- Elite Teutonic Knight (Germany)
- Elite Conquistador
- Elite Mamluk (Arabia)
Tier 5: Royal Knight
Royal knights are elite cavalry units who symbolize irrefutable power and honor. According to an old saying, “command the royal knights and you will rule the world.
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220 | 212 | 216 | Very Slow | 12 | 10 |
Skills
Due to the high mobility, Cavalry units can easily counter Archer units, but can be easily taken down by infantry units.
Attack increased. No one can survive.
Super expensive armor can deal with any notable weapon on the battlefield. HP increased.
Tier 5: Elite Teutonic Knight (Germany)
A combination of heavy arrows and precise marksmanship makes elite longbowmen the kings of the battlefield.
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220 | 217 | 222 | Very Slow | 12 | 10 |
Skills
Due to the high mobility, Cavalry units can easily counter Archer units, but can be easily taken down by infantry units.
Attack increased. No one can survive.
Super expensive armor can deal with any notable weapon on the battlefield. HP increased.
Tier 5: Elite Conquistador
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232 | 212 | 216 | Very Slow | 12 | 10 |
Skills
Due to the high mobility, Cavalry units can easily counter Archer units, but can be easily taken down by infantry units.
Attack increased. No one can survive.
Super expensive armor can deal with any notable weapon on the battlefield. HP increased.
Tier 5: Elite Mamluk (Arabia)
A combination of heavy arrows and precise marksmanship makes elite longbowmen the kings of the battlefield.
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227 | 212 | 222 | Very Slow | 13 | 10 |
Skills
Due to the high mobility, Cavalry units can easily counter Archer units, but can be easily taken down by infantry units.
Attack increased. No one can survive.
Super expensive armor can deal with any notable weapon on the battlefield. HP increased.