Unique Unit · 
Franks
FranksThrowing Axeman
In Age of Empires II, the Throwing Axeman is a unique unit fielded by the Franks. It has 60 HP and 7 attack at a range of 3, with 0 melee and 0 pierce armor. Training one costs 55 food, 25 gold (80 resources total).
Test the Throwing Axeman in the Battle Sim →Stats
Armor class
Infantry
Age
Castle
HP
60
Attack
7
Range
3
Melee armor
0
Pierce armor
0
Speed
1
Line of sight
5
Reload
2
Train time
13s
Cost
55 food
25 gold⏱ 13sWhich civilizations have the Throwing Axeman?
Fielded by 1 civilization:
Throwing Axeman (unique) progression
The Throwing Axeman is part of the Throwing Axeman (unique), trained at the Castle. Each step is unlocked by researching its upgrade:
- Throwing Axeman (Castle Age)
- Throwing Axeman (Elite) (Imperial Age — 850 food, 550 gold)
What is the Throwing Axeman strong against?
The Throwing Axeman deals bonus damage to these targets:
- Shock Infantry +1
- Standard Buildings +1
Units it counters (bonus damage per attack):
How to counter the Throwing Axeman
These units deal bonus damage against the Throwing Axeman, making them effective counters:
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