Pentekonter

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"[S]he could see a ship closing fast on the city from the north. It was racing to beat the storm, oars beating rhythmically, sail stretched taut by the wind."

David Gemmell, Shield of Thunder (cap 12)

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Pentekonter — Vital statistics
Pentekonter

Heavy ship with powerful attack and range, strong against warships and fortifications alike.

Prereq: Build time HP LOS Attack Attack speed Movement
speed
Upgrades to
  • Commerce Level 1: Exploration Commerce
17.7s
(265t)
295 11 22 x 3 1.6s
(25t)
28

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Cost Created from Armour Weapon range Specialty
Base Ramp Pop
Timber.jpg : 180
Food.jpg : 130
Food.jpg : 3
2 Estaleiro.png 9 0–10
  • Moderate attack bonus versus buildings.
  • Poor turn speed.

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The Pentekonter is the early-era "heavy" for Aegean nations - namely, the Achaeans, Lydians, and Tartessians. It is not as hard-wearing as a conventional Roundship, but deals greater damage and is faster.

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