Overview
Commander Name: King Arthur
Rarity: Legendary
Civilization: None (Legendary Neutral Commander)
Primary Role: Cavalry Damage Dealer / Rally Commander
Best Troop Type: Cavalry
Best For: Low Spender / Whale
King Arthur is a high-impact legendary cavalry commander in Rise of Kingdoms known for his devastating burst damage and rally potential. His kit revolves around amplifying active skill damage and punishing enemies during short, decisive engagements. While expensive to fully optimize, King Arthur rewards heavy investment with exceptional rally performance. In 2026, he remains a niche but powerful commander for players focused on cavalry-led aggression.
Commander Rating
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Open Field | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Rally | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Garrison | ⭐ |
| PvE | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Overall | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
King Arthur excels almost exclusively in cavalry rallies, where his active skill amplification can delete targets rapidly when paired correctly.
Commander Background
King Arthur is a legendary figure from British folklore, celebrated as the once and future king who united kingdoms through valor and leadership. In Rise of Kingdoms, his mythological status translates into overwhelming cavalry charge power and elite rally dominance. His lore-driven design emphasizes decisive strikes rather than prolonged engagements.
Commander Skills Breakdown
- Skill 1 – Excalibur’s Might: Deals massive direct damage to a single target; excels at burst damage during rallies.
- Skill 2 – Knight’s Resolve: Increases cavalry attack and march speed, improving initiation and chase potential.
- Skill 3 – Royal Authority: Reduces enemy defense, amplifying subsequent skill and normal attack damage.
- Skill 4 – Chivalric Oath: Increases skill damage when fighting rallied targets or cities.
- Expertise – Once and Future King: Greatly boosts active skill damage and further enhances rally performance, making Arthur lethal in coordinated strikes.
Talent Tree Build
Recommended Talent Tree: Cavalry + Skill
- Skill damage amplification talents
- Rage generation nodes
- Cavalry attack and health bonuses
This build maximizes Arthur’s active skill burst. A pure Cavalry tree is viable for field fighting but is suboptimal compared to Skill-focused rallies.
Best Equipment
Early Game Equipment: Windswept Set, Vanguard Halberd
Mid Game Equipment: Eternal Empire Helmet, Seth’s Brutality
Late / End Game Equipment: Legendary Cavalry Set (Navar’s Control, Ash of the Dawn)
Key Features
- Extremely high skill burst damage
- Top-tier cavalry rally commander
- Strong synergy with skill-based commanders
- Weak sustained combat
- High investment requirement
Best Pairings
Best Primary Pairings: King Arthur + Nevsky, King Arthur + Attila
Best Secondary Pairings: Saladin, Minamoto no Yoshitsune, Takeda Shingen
Best Troop Composition
Recommended Troop Type: Full Cavalry
Cavalry troops maximize Arthur’s mobility, burst potential, and rally effectiveness.
| Troop Type | Effectiveness |
|---|---|
| Cavalry | Excellent |
| Infantry | Poor |
| Archers | Not Recommended |
How to Use This Commander
- Open Field: Hit-and-run only; avoid prolonged fights.
- Rally / Garrison: Primary rally leader.
- PvE: Average, not recommended for farming.
Strengths and Weaknesses
Strengths:
- Massive skill burst damage
- Elite rally capability
- Excellent cavalry synergy
Weaknesses:
- Very fragile in open field
- High investment cost
- Poor solo performance
Is This Commander Worth Investing In?
F2P Verdict: Not recommended.
Low Spender Verdict: Situational, only if cavalry-focused.
Whale Verdict: Highly recommended for rally leadership.
Skill priority: Expertise > Skill 1 > Skill 4
Final Verdict
King Arthur is a high-risk, high-reward cavalry rally commander designed for decisive strikes. His investment priority is high only for rally-focused players, but his long-term viability remains strong in organized warfare. If you lead rallies and can afford full investment, King Arthur is devastating.
