The ULTIMATE F2P Hero Investment Guide | Age of Empires Mobile

Описание: Hey everyone! In this video, we're cutting through the noise and focusing on the most important aspect of Age of Empires Mobile for long-term success: Hero Investment. I've been talking a lot about my cavalry formation, but this guide is for everyone, regardless of your troop type.

We're breaking down which heroes are truly worth your precious resources (stars, XP tomes, universal coins) because they will remain relevant for multiple seasons. It’s not just about who is strong now, but who will give you the best return on investment season after season.

Here’s a breakdown of the heroes you should be focusing on:

00:00 - Intro: The Goal of Smart Investment
Why you need to think about the long game, not just the current meta.

01:01 - The King of Versatility: ATTILA

Why Invest? He is arguably the best warrior cavalry for the first four seasons and fits perfectly into archery formations (especially with Mulan).

Support Role: Even if you don't play cavalry or archery, his support buffs (like Critical Vision) are absurd. He is a hero you will always find a use for.

Verdict: A top-tier, can't-go-wrong investment. He's featured in countless formations throughout the video.

02:06 - The FREE Trinity: JOAN OF ARC, JOSEPHINE, & KING DERICK

Why Invest? These are the heroes the game gives you for free through events and the tavern. You will get their stars naturally over time.

King Derick: Easily obtainable from the Giant event. Even with a few missed days, getting him to 3-4 stars is realistic.

Joan of Arc & Josephine: You'll accumulate their statues constantly.

Verdict: There is zero downside. A 5-star Joan of Arc or King Derick will outperform a 1-star legendary hero any day. They are the foundation of strong, flexible formations (e.g., Josephine, Hammurabi, King Derick).

02:50 - The Tactical Powerhouse: TEODORA

Availability: While not completely "free," she can be obtained from the hero pool and daily offers.

Longevity: She is playable in top-tier tactical formations for several seasons. The video mentions the "absolute tactical formation" for castle invasion/defense: Sun Tzu, Teodora, and Felipe (who gets replaced by a stronger hero in later seasons).

Synergy: She forms a powerful tactical duo with Eulji Mundeok (Yossushim), activating the crucial 20% stat bonus for sharing the same specialty.

04:51 - The Strategic Support: HAMMURABI

Why Invest? He's a common hero you'll get many statues for. With high stars, he becomes an incredible support buffer that fits into various formations. Don't sleep on him!

06:44 - The Lancer Cornerstone: RICHARD I & JOAN OF ARC

The Formation: For F2P and low-spenders who missed Leonidas, the core Lancer formation is Richard I, Boudica, and Joan of Arc.

Why Richard? He is a better commander (front-line hero) than Leonidas. Looking at the in-game rankings, you'll see top players using Richard in the front position for seasons to come.

Longevity: This core lasts for at least three seasons.

09:49 - The Golden Rule: STARS OVER RARITY

I can't stress this enough: A 2-star Darius is worth more than a 0-star Leonidas.

The video shows a comparison: a 3-star Leonidas has 365 power, while a 2-star Darius has 179. The difference is massive, and that gap only grows as you add more stars.

Your goal is to collect stars for heroes you can actually build. A 5-star epic hero is often better than a legendary hero stuck at 1 star.

11:49 - Key Strategic Takeaways

Don't rush: Wait until you're approaching the first KVK (Kingdom vs. Kingdom) to heavily invest your stars. Let the game give you statues first.

XP Management: Hero levels reset each season, but stars do not. Focus your XP tomes on heroes with high star potential (like the ones listed above). Don't waste XP on heroes you only have for collection purposes.

Attila is Everywhere: When in doubt, look at the game's recommended formations. Attila's name pops up constantly—in cavalry, archery, and even tactical setups. He is a safe and versatile end-game bet.

Summary of Top-Tier Investments:

Attila (Best All-Rounder)

Richard I (Best F2P Lancer Commander)

Joan of Arc / Josephine / King Derick (The Essential Free Trio)

Teodora (Top-Tier Tactical Hero)

Hammurabi (High-Star Support Hero)

Let me know in the comments what other guides you'd like to see! Let's dominate that KVK!

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