Mongols

The Mongols are a formidable raiding and rushing civilization built around speed and aggression. Their Cavalry Archers move 25% faster than those of any other civilization, enabling devastating early hit-and-run attacks that are extremely difficult to defend against. The unique Mangudai unit — a fast cavalry archer that excels against siege weapons — is one of the most feared units in competitive play. The Drill technology makes siege weapons move faster, giving Mongols a terrifying late-game push. Mongols also benefit from +30% faster Hunters, providing a strong early food economy. They are best on open maps where their mobility advantage can be fully exploited.