Best Archers by Faction
November 21, 2025
Ranking archers across cultures and how to field them.
Best Archers by Faction
Every faction in Calradia has a ranged option, but not all are created equal. Here is the breakdown of the best archer for each kingdom.
Battania: Fian Champion
Rank: S+ The undisputed ruler of ranged combat. They use the best bow, have the highest skill, and wreck in melee.
Recruit at: Battanian villages attached to Castles (High Relations required).
The Fian Champion has no equal.
Vlandia: Sharpshooter
Rank: A The best crossbow unit. High damage per shot and a shield for protection.
Recruit at: Any Vlandian settlement (Upgrade from Vlandian Levy Crossbowman).
Aserai: Master Archer
Rank: A- Very fast firing and well-armored. They are excellent in desert terrain and sieges.
Recruit at: Aserai towns/villages.
Empire: Palatine Guard
Rank: B+ Solid, reliable, and heavily armored. They don't have the range of Fians but are very consistent.
Recruit at: Empire towns/villages.
Comparing the roster across all factions.
Khuzait: Marksman
Rank: B While Khuzaits are known for horse archers, their foot archers are decent but outclassed by the others.
Sturgia: Veteran Bowman
Rank: C Sturgia focuses on infantry. Their archers are arguably the worst noble line, but acceptable if you have nothing else.
Sturgia lags behind in ranged superiority.
Conclusion
If you want the best, go to Battania. If you want a balanced army, Empire or Vlandia are safe bets.
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