Bes

Build Application

Bes is one of the more directly applicable rare-tier advisors for construction-focused builds. The bonus (walls cost 66% less and build 40% faster) does not require complex setup to extract value.

Timing matters more than raw stat: this advisor activates the moment you reach Age II, so synchronize your advancement with your peak production window.

If you've previously underwhelmed with rare-tier advisors, Bes is a useful test case for whether your build order rewards focused bonuses.

Rare-Tier Alternatives

If you want Rare-tier alternatives that take your build in a different direction than Bes, these advisors offer distinct strategic angles:

• Agape — Age II, resource focused
• Timo — Age IV, combat focused
• Lionidas — Age IV, utility focused
• Leonnorios — Age I, combat focused
• Aapep — Age I, resource focused

Civilization & Lore Context

Etymologically, Bes reads as a Multi-civilization name — mixed historical tradition spanning multiple cultures — though in practice this advisor can be slotted into any civilization's deck.

Where to Get Bes

Bes sits in the accessible Rare tier — neither beginner-trivial nor end-game grindy. Most committed players obtain this advisor naturally.

Complementary Picks

Within the construction archetype, several advisors layer cleanly with Bes. Players running a focused construction build often rotate one of these as a second slot:

• Sostrate (Epic, Age III) — Fortresses build 35% faster
• Cyric (Epic, Age IV) — Walls have 20% more health
• Bolgios (Common, Age III) — Fortresses cost 6% less

Timing Within Age II

Age II is the Bronze Age — your civilization pivots from pure economy into early military pressure. Decisions here shape whether you turtle or raid.