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These units can use a grappling hook to climb up enemy walls and are useful for capturing enemy gatehouses. The assassins are now invisible to your enemies.
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Description[]

The assassin is a stealthy mercenary unit that uses a black outfit to stay hidden from enemies in long range. He carries a grappling hook next to his sabre, which he can use to scale walls and gatehouses.

The assassin is recruited at the mercenary post.

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Tactics[]

  • Use assassins to stealthily approach harass the enemy's exposed buildings and mines. They can even get into a castle and demolish a few vital buildings.
  • Assassins can capture gatehouses if they land on the top of them, providing easy access for the main army into the castle.

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