AGE OF EMPIRES IV
CIVILISATION MATCHUPS
YOUR CIV
OPPONENT
MaliansMalians leverage indefinite gold generation from Pit Mines into waves of fast, stealth-capable ambush units with high damage but low armor, banking their advantage on economic momentum and rapid tactical strikes that capitalize on speed and agility rather than durability.
Matchup advice16 TIPS
Knights don't really feel too great when you're still dealing with mass Musafati warriors, which do get a great bonus up against any armored unit.
Even trades are not what you want when you're up against the Malians with the full cattle economy.
When up against a civilization that goes for sofas, mounted samurai in mass really do a number on them.
Onna-Musha are a pretty decent answer to sofas. You just need to micro them.
Javelin Throwers can one-shot Onna-Musha, slowing down their buildup.
Unique Units
UNITDESCRIPTION
DonsoLight melee infantry throwing javelin vs cavalry
Warrior ScoutFast light scout unit with melee capabilities
Javelin ThrowerAnti-ranged ranged infantry with extended range
Musofadi WarriorFast light infantry with stealth ability
Freeborn WarriorFast melee infantry with high pierce armor
SofaFast heavy cavalry with reduced cost
Musofadi GunnerFast handcannoneer with stealth ability
CattleEconomic unit generating food for nearby buildings
Landmarks
Saharan Trade Network
Acts as improved Toll Outpost. Enables all Toll Outposts to generate Food in addition to Gold.
Mansa Quarry
Slowly generates 75 Gold or Stone per minute.
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