Unique Unit · 
Armenians
ArmeniansComposite Bowman
In Age of Empires II, the Composite Bowman is a unique unit fielded by the Armenians. It has 40 HP and 4 attack at a range of 4, with 1 melee and 0 pierce armor. Training one costs 35 wood, 45 gold (80 resources total).
Test the Composite Bowman in the Battle Sim →Stats
Armor class
Archer
Age
Castle
HP
40
Attack
4
Range
4
Melee armor
1
Pierce armor
0
Speed
0.96
Line of sight
7
Reload
2
Train time
12s
Cost
35 wood
45 gold⏱ 12sWhich civilizations have the Composite Bowman?
Fielded by 1 civilization:
Composite Bowman (unique) progression
The Composite Bowman is part of the Composite Bowman (unique), trained at the Castle. Each step is unlocked by researching its upgrade:
- Composite Bowman (Castle Age)
- Composite Bowman (Elite) (Imperial Age — 600 wood, 500 gold)
What is the Composite Bowman strong against?
The Composite Bowman deals bonus damage to these targets:
- Spearmen +2
Units it counters (bonus damage per attack):
How to counter the Composite Bowman
These units deal bonus damage against the Composite Bowman, making them effective counters:
- Samurai +10
- Huskarl +6
- Tiger Cavalry +6
- Ghulam +5
- Imperial Skirmisher +5
- Elite Skirmisher +4
