Siege Machine PvP Configuration
Siege machines are a pivotal unit in Evony, offering unparalleled range and devastating attack power, making them essential for both offense and defense in PvP battles. This guide explores how to optimize your siege machine configurations for maximum effectiveness in SvS and battlefield scenarios.
Layering Your Siege Machines
Effective layering is essential for creating a strong siege machine march. The general strategy involves allocating the majority of your march to the highest tiers, while including smaller amounts of lower tiers to absorb damage and add versatility.
Siege Machine Dynamic Troop Layering Tool
Use the tool below to generate an optimized siege machine layering configuration for your siege machines. Simply input your highest-tier troop size and march size, and the tool will calculate the recommended distribution.
Instructions for using the tool
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Select your highest siege machine tier:
Use the input field labeled "Maximum Troop Level" to select the highest troop tier in your siege machine march. The value ranges from 1 to 16, with the default set to 14 for most advanced troop configurations.
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Enter your total march size:
In the "Total March Size" field, input the total number of troops available for your march. This value represents the full capacity of the march you are planning.
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Set the non-siege troop allocation:
Input the number of non-siege troops (e.g., ground, ranged, mounted) allocated to each level in the "Non-Siege Troops Per Level" field. The default is 10,000 troops per level, but you can adjust this based on your strategy.
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Adjust the top three tier allocations:
Use the sliders to customize the percentage allocation for the top three siege machine tiers (e.g., T14, T13, T12). The default settings are 45% for the top tier, 23% for the second tier, and 10% for the third tier. The total allocation for these tiers should not exceed 90%, leaving at least 10% for lower tiers but you can manipulate the tool to your own preference.
- Drag the "Top Tier Allocation" slider to set the percentage for your highest tier.
- Use the "Second Tier Allocation" slider to adjust the percentage for your second tier.
- Modify the "Third Tier Allocation" slider to allocate a percentage to your third tier.
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Generate your siege machine layering configuration:
Click the "Generate Troop Layers" button. The tool will calculate the troop distribution based on your inputs and display the results in a detailed table below.
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Review your siege machine configuration:
The output table will show a complete breakdown of your troop layering, including the level, type (siege, ground, ranged, mounted), percentage allocation, and number of troops for each tier. Use this data to optimize your siege machine PvP march for maximum performance.
Siege Machine Layering Strategy
Use the steps below to build an optimized layered march for siege machines. These tips will help you allocate troops effectively to maximize attack power and survivability:
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Allocate the majority of your troops to the top tiers:
Focus on your top three tiers (e.g., T14, T13, T12) to ensure your highest-level siege machines are delivering maximum damage.
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Include smaller amounts of lower-tier troops:
Use lower-tier siege machines to absorb damage, keeping your higher-tier troops alive longer to dominate the battle.
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Add a small number of other troop types:
Ground, ranged, and mounted troops can help distract enemy forces while supporting your siege machines in their long-range attacks.
More Troop Layering Tools
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- Gunther
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- Melisande
- John Hunyadi
- Kleos
- Pallas
- Raimondo
- Mu Guying
- Edward Teach
- Zucca
- John Churchill
- Petronas
- Septimius Severus
- Philip II
- Surena
Example Siege Machine March
Here is an example of a well-layered siege machine march:
| Troop Tier | Quantity |
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| Top Tier (T14) | 700k |
| Second Tier (T13) | 500k |
| Third Tier (T12) | 200k |
| Lower Tiers | 30k |
This composition ensures your top-tier troops deal significant damage while lower-tier troops absorb hits, maximizing survivability and efficiency.
Conclusion
Siege machine PvP configuration is a critical part of achieving victory in Evony. By using the layering strategies and tools provided in this guide, you can build powerful siege machine marches capable of dominating your opponents. For more information, explore our other troop configuration guides linked above.