Japanese

The Japanese are a well-rounded civilization with strong infantry and an exceptional Feudal Age economy. Fishing Ships work 5% faster, giving them a substantial advantage on water maps. Farms generate +5% food per Age starting in Feudal, providing a compounding economic bonus through the game. Japanese infantry have +1 attack speed — making their Militia-line devastating in melee combat. The Yasama unique technology gives Towers +2 arrows, making them a powerful defensive civilization on closed maps. Their unique Samurai unit counters unique units from other civilizations, providing a strategic answer in late-game engagements. Japanese are versatile and rewarding for players who like a balanced, adaptive playstyle.