The legendary strategy franchise, *Age of Empires Mobile*, is expanding its universe with the introduction of the innovative Mercenaries System. This exciting new feature empowers players with enhanced control and strategic depth over their armies. Unlocking the Mercenary Camp at Level 26 opens up a world of possibilities where players can contract and recruit formidable mercenary units, and subsequently unlock and enhance their unique technologies, which are tailored exclusively for these elite warriors.
Each mercenary group boasts a distinct set of special skills, designed to bolster your army's capabilities in battle. Here's a closer look at the skills of each mercenary group:
Byzantine Cataphract:
- Increase the damage of all hero skills of the army by [2%]
- After the troops inflict skill damage, all damage received by our troops is reduced by [3.5%] for [3] seconds
Swiss Pikeman:

- Increase the probability of triggering the hero’s pursuit/active skills of all troops by [1%]
- Reduce all damage received by troops by [2%]
Korean Archer:
- Increase the probability of triggering the hero’s pursuit/active skills of all troops by [1%]
- Reduce all damage received by troops by [2%]
Players can kickstart their mercenary journey by securing their first Mercenaries for free through a special event, currently live alongside the system's launch.
This new addition to *Age of Empires Mobile* not only brings a fresh layer of strategy but also ignites the imagination with epic "What if" scenarios. Imagine the thrill of pairing legendary heroes with diverse mercenary classes, crafting unique strategic and tactical gameplay. What if Joan of Arc led Roman Centurions into battle? Or if Hannibal commanded a force of Japanese Samurai? These thrilling combinations, and many more, can be utilized to outmaneuver and conquer opponents on the path to building the ultimate empire.
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