Norse
Warriors of the north, masters of aggression
Civilization Overview
The Norse are an aggressive civilization that excels at early pressure and raiding. Their infantry units can build military buildings, and they generate favor through combat. Norse gameplay rewards aggressive expansion and constant military pressure.
Favor Generation
Fighting enemies in combat
Heroes
Hersirs (trained from Temple)
Playstyle
Aggressive and raid-focused
Unique Mechanics
- Infantry Building: All Norse infantry can construct military buildings (except Town Center)
- Ox Carts: Mobile drop-off points that move with your army
- Dwarves: Special gatherers that mine gold faster but gather other resources slower
- Combat Favor: The more you fight, the more favor you generate
Major Gods
Odin
Focus: Human Soldiers and Ravens
Bonus: Ravens scout and human soldiers regenerate
Thor
Focus: Dwarves and Armory
Bonus: Cheaper armory upgrades and dwarf miners
Loki
Focus: Myth Units and Trickery
Bonus: Myth units spawn Hersirs and cheaper myths
Military Units
| Unit | Type | Strong Against |
|---|---|---|
| Ulfsark | Infantry | Cavalry |
| Throwing Axeman | Infantry | Infantry |
| Huskarl | Infantry | Archers |
| Raiding Cavalry | Cavalry | Archers |
| Jarl | Cavalry | Infantry |
| Portable Ram | Siege | Buildings |
Strategies
Early Game
The Norse are strongest in the early game. Use Ulfsarks to build forward military buildings and pressure your opponent. Raiding Cavalry can harass enemy villagers. Generate favor by constantly fighting.
Mid Game
Hersirs are essential for dealing with myth units. Use Ox Carts to extend your resource gathering into enemy territory. Keep up the pressure and don't let your opponent boom peacefully.
Late Game
Norse late game relies on powerful myth units like the Frost Giant and Fenris Wolf. The Ragnarok god power can turn all your gatherers into powerful heroes for a final push.