Hundred Years Warfare FAQ

You need to craft a recruitment building or barracks structure, then interact with it to summon units. Each unit type requires specific resources, which you can gather from the environment or craft.

RTS mode lets you select and control multiple units at once using a top-down view with hotkeys and formations, while the command wheel is a radial menu for quick orders to nearby soldiers. RTS mode is better for large-scale battles, while the command wheel works well for direct combat.

Different unit types are strong and weak against each other—for example, cavalry can be countered by pike formations, while archers struggle against heavy armor. Building a balanced army with multiple unit types lets you adapt to what your enemy deploys.

Yes, RTS mode supports formations like lines, wedges, and squares. You can set formations through the hotkey system and use shift-based commands to adjust how your troops move and hold their positions.

Siege weapons like ballistae and trebuchets deal heavy area damage and can destroy fortifications. You deploy them like other units but they require setup time and ammunition, making them powerful but slower than regular troops.

The relationship system lets you form alliances and manage team-based play, allowing allied soldiers to coordinate better and share benefits. Building good relationships with other players or factions can turn the tide of larger conflicts.

The command staff is an alternative control method that lets you issue orders by pointing and clicking without entering full RTS mode. It's useful for quick tactical adjustments during active combat when you don't want to pause the action.

Archers use arcing shots that can fire over obstacles and have limited range, so positioning them on high ground or behind your front lines is crucial. They're vulnerable to cavalry charges, so protect them with melee units.

Cavalry units gain a speed and damage boost during charges, letting them break through enemy lines quickly. However, they're vulnerable to counter-charges and pike formations, so use them strategically rather than constantly.

The mod includes a tutorial manual accessible from your inventory or through a dedicated menu that explains all controls, unit types, and basic strategies. Refer to it whenever you're unsure about a mechanic or control scheme.