Cyric
EpicBonus
Walls have 20% more health
Advisor Information
| Name | Cyric |
| Rarity | Epic |
| Age Requirement | Age IV (4) |
| Database ID | Cyric_E_IV |
Build Application
Players who pick Cyric typically commit to a focused construction strategy from the opening, since the advisor's bonus (walls have 20% more health) compounds with every related upgrade and tech research.
Against most matchups, the bonus pairs naturally with civilizations that already incentivize construction. Stacking is multiplicative with researched technologies.
Overall, Cyric earns its slot when your strategy is committed and your civilization is built to amplify the bonus.
Best Pairings With Cyric
Within the construction archetype, several advisors layer cleanly with Cyric. Players running a focused construction build often rotate one of these as a second slot:
- Philon (Uncommon, Age I) — Buildings build in 12% less time
- Sostrate (Epic, Age III) — Fortresses build 35% faster
- Philon (Epic, Age I) — Buildings build 20% faster
Lore & Etymology
Lore-wise, Cyric aligns with the Greek cultural sphere (Hellenic city-state era), one of the named factions playable in Age of Empires Online.
Age IV Considerations
By Age IV, both players are committed. An advisor like this one helps you execute your chosen plan rather than pivoting; flexibility matters less now.
Earning Cyric
Epic advisors like Cyric drop from mid-to-late-game quests, regional storyline rewards, or mid-tier booster packs. Reachable for committed players within their first 40-80 hours.
Other Epic Advisors to Consider
If you want Epic-tier alternatives that take your build in a different direction than Cyric, these advisors offer distinct strategic angles: