Pentekonter

"[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)

In game

Pentekonter — Vital statistics
	Heavy ship with powerful attack and range, strong against warships and fortifications alike. Strong versus light missile weapons, light ships, buildings Weak versus siege weapons, fireships
Prereq:	Build time	HP	LOS	Attack	Attack speed	Movement speed	Upgrades to
	17.7s (265t)	295	11	22 x 3	1.6s (25t)	28
Cost			Created from	Armour	Weapon range	Specialty
Base	Ramp	Pop
: 180  : 130	: 3	2		9	0–10	Moderate attack bonus versus buildings. Poor turn speed.

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.

See also

• Triakonter

Notes

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  Pentekonter.

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  Pentekonter (alternate model).