Guan Yu in Rise of Kingdoms: Comprehensive Guide to Skills, Talent Builds, and Strategies

How to Obtain Guan Yu

Guan Yu becomes available in kingdoms that have been established for over 310 days. To summon him, you’ll need 10 of his sculptures, which can be acquired through events, the VIP shop, and golden chests.

Skills Overview

Saint of War Active Skill	Rage Requirement: 1000 Deals direct damage to up to 3 enemies in a fan-shaped area and silences these targets for 3 seconds (damage dealt to all targets will be decreased by 15% for each additional enemy). When Guan Yu is serving as the secondary commander, decrease Damage Factor. Upgrade Preview: Damage Factor (When Secondary Commander): 550 / 650 / 750 / 850 / 1000 Direct Damage Factor: 1100 / 1300 / 1500 / 1700 / 2000
Five Tiger Generals Passive Skill	When attacking garrisons, increases normal attack damage. Normal attacks have a 10% chance to reduce a single target’s attack for 3 seconds. Upgrade Preview: Normal Attack Damage Bonus: 3% / 6% / 9% / 12% / 15% Attack Reduction: 10% / 15% / 20% / 25% / 30%
The Slaying of Hua Xiong Passive Skill	Increases infantry units’ attack and march speed. Upon leaving battle, Guan Yu heals a portion of slightly wounded units. Upgrade Preview: Infantry Attack Bonus: 10% / 15% / 20% / 25% / 30% Infantry March Speed Bonus: 3% / 6% / 9% / 12% / 15% Healing Factor: 500 / 600 / 700 / 800 / 1000
Green Dragon Crescent Blade Passive Skill	When the skill “Saint of War” hits only 1 target, there is a 50% chance to deal additional damage to the target. When the skill hits 2 or more targets, there is a 50% chance to deal additional damage to the current target. Upgrade Preview: Additional Damage Factor (1 Target): 600 / 700 / 800 / 900 / 1000 Additional Damage Factor (2+ Target): 800 / 900 / 1000 / 1200 / 1400
Lone Rider New Skill: Passive Skill	Whenever Guan Yu gains a shield, he also increases his active skill damage by 15% for 3 seconds. Whenever Guan Yu leaves a structure, he increases his march speed by 100% for 3 seconds.

Optimal Talent Builds

Open Field Build

This build focuses on maximizing Guan Yu’s rage regeneration and skill damage, allowing him to frequently unleash his powerful active skill.

• Skill Tree:
  • Prioritize talents that enhance rage generation, such as Burning Blood and Rejuvenate.
  • Invest in Feral Nature to further boost rage accumulation.
• Infantry Tree:
  • Enhance infantry durability with talents like Strong of Body and Hold the Line.
  • Increase offensive capabilities through Iron Spear and Double-Headed Axe.

Conquering (Rally) Build

Designed for leading rallies against enemy structures, this build enhances Guan Yu’s effectiveness in siege scenarios.

• Conquering Tree:
  • Focus on talents like Moment of Triumph to boost damage when troop strength is high.
  • Utilize Entrenched to increase damage dealt to strongholds and reduce damage taken.
• Skill Tree:
  • Maintain talents that support rage regeneration and skill damage to keep Guan Yu’s active skill impactful during prolonged engagements.

Effective Commander Pairings

	Alexander the Great: Provides shields that not only protect but also synergize with Guan Yu’s expertise skill, enhancing active skill damage. This pairing balances offense and defense, making it formidable in open-field battles.
	Leonidas I: Offers defensive buffs and further rage generation, complementing Guan Yu’s offensive prowess. Together, they create a resilient and hard-hitting infantry force.
	Scipio Africanus (Prime): Enhances troop durability and offers additional offensive capabilities, making this duo versatile for various combat scenarios.

Strategies for Maximizing Guan Yu’s Potential

1. Skill Prioritization: Aim to max out Guan Yu’s first skill, “Saint of War,” before upgrading others, as its high damage and silencing effect are crucial in battles.
2. Troop Composition: Deploy full infantry units to fully benefit from Guan Yu’s skills and talents, ensuring maximum effectiveness.
3. Equipment: Equip gear that boosts infantry attack, defense, and health. Prioritize items that enhance skill damage and rage regeneration to align with Guan Yu’s strengths.
4. Battlefield Positioning: Utilize Guan Yu’s AOE capabilities by positioning him where he can hit multiple targets, especially in open-field engagements. Be mindful of his march speed; pairing him with commanders or equipment that boost mobility can help in both engaging and disengaging from fights.