Rattan Archer Counters and Strengths in Age of Empires 2
Rattan Archer
Foot ArchersThe Rattan Archer is a Foot Archers in Age of Empires 2. It is strong against Hand Cannoneer, Archer, and Camel Rider, but countered by Eagle Warrior, Bombard Cannon, and Mangonel.
Rattan Archer Stats
40HP
6Attack
4Range
0Melee Armor
4Pierce Armor
1.1SpeedCost
50 Wood 
45 Gold
50 Wood 45 Gold Upgrades & Technologies
Blacksmith
Fletching
Bodkin Arrow
Bracer
Padded Archer Armor
Leather Archer Armor
Ring Archer Armor
University
Ballistics
Chemistry
Archery Range
Thumb RingHow to Counter the Rattan Archer
The Rattan Archer has 6 strong counters and is strong against 9 units. Use the lists below to learn what beats it in Age of Empires 2.
✔ Best Units Against Rattan Archer
These units counter the Rattan Archer effectively.
Eagle Warrior
Bombard Cannon
Mangonel
Scorpion
Battering Ram
Huskarl ✘ Worst Units Against Rattan Archer
The Rattan Archer is strong against these — avoid sending them in.
Hand Cannoneer
Archer
Camel Rider
Cavalry Archer
Monk
Slinger
Plumed Archer
Flaming Camel
Teutonic Knight 5 Tips to Counter the Rattan Archer Line
1
They possess massive base pierce armor making them the ultimate counter to other archers.
2
Skirmishers still counter them effectively but take much longer to kill them.
3
Melee cavalry like Knights will completely destroy them if they get close.
4
Mangonels and Scorpions bypass their pierce armor entirely with splash damage.
5
They are highly mobile allowing them to raid economies and escape danger quickly.
