Alexander Nevsky in Rise of Kingdoms: Comprehensive Guide to Skills, Talent Builds, and Strategies

Introduction to Alexander Nevsky

Alexander Nevsky was a 13th-century Russian political and military leader celebrated for his defense against German and Swedish invaders and his diplomatic efforts to preserve Russian independence from the Golden Horde. In Rise of Kingdoms, Nevsky embodies these attributes, offering formidable strength and strategic advantages to players.

How to Obtain Alexander Nevsky

Nevsky is available exclusively through the Wheel of Fortune event in kingdoms that have reached the Season of Conquest. To fully upgrade Nevsky, you’ll need a total of 690 sculptures. Participating in the Wheel of Fortune and utilizing universal sculptures are essential steps to maxing out this commander.

Skills Overview

Nevsky’s skill set is designed to enhance cavalry units’ effectiveness and deliver substantial damage:

Hero of Peipus Active	Deals direct damage to the target (Damage Factor 2300) and reduced their defense by (15x number of enemies surrounding the target) % for the next 3 seconds. The number of surrounding enemies that can be factored into this bonus damage calculation has an upper limit of 3 Upgrade Preview: Direct Damage Factor: 1500 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 / 2300 Enemy Defense Decrease (Per Stack: 5% / 7% / 9% / 12% / 15%
Expeditionary Passive	The cavalry unit led by this commander have 20% increase attack bonus and 20% increase march speed.  It also increases health by 20% outside the Alliance’s territory. Upgrade Preview: Cavalry Attack Bonus: 10% 12% 14% / 16% 20% Cavalry March Speed Bonus: 4% / 8% / 12% / 16% / 20% Cavalry Health Bonus: 10% / 12% / 14% / 16% 20%
Guard of the Republic Passive	The cavalry unit led by this commander increase defense by 20%. Damage dealt by troops led by this commander is increase by 10%, and damage take from nearby targets is decreased by 5%. Upgrade Preview: Cavalry Defense Bonus: 10% / 12% / 14% / 16% / 20% Damage Bonus: 2% / 4% / 6% / 8% / 10%. Reduced Damage Received: 1% / 2% / 3% / 4% / 5%
Knight of Iron Passive	When troops led by this commander consist only of cavalry, skill damage is increased by 25%; skill damage is increased by an extra 35% for 4 seconds upon casting an active skill. This effect trigger at most once every 5 seconds. Upgrade Preview: Skill Damage Bonus: 5% / 10% / 15% / 20% / 25% Skill Damage Bonus when activated: 15% / 20% / 25% / 30% / 35%
Winters Storm Expertise	Normal attack damage caused by troops led by this commander is increased by 5%, and has a 10% chance to increase the health of cavalry units by 30% for 3 seconds when attacked. This effect can trigger up to once every 5 seconds.

Optimal Talent Builds

To maximize Nevsky’s potential, focusing on skill damage and rage generation is crucial. The following talent build emphasizes these aspects:

• Skill Tree:
  • Rejuvenate: Restores rage upon skill usage, accelerating active skill cycles.
  • Clarity: Increases skill damage for a duration after using an active skill.
  • Feral Nature: Provides a chance to generate additional rage, further enhancing skill frequency.
• Cavalry Tree:
  • Undying Fury: Boosts rage restoration from normal attacks.
  • Mounted Arms: Increases cavalry unit attack.
  • Emblazoned Shield: Reduces skill damage taken, enhancing survivability.

This build ensures that Nevsky’s devastating active skill is utilized as frequently as possible, maximizing damage output.

Effective Commander Pairings

Pairing Nevsky with commanders who complement his strengths can significantly enhance battlefield performance:

	Xiang Yu: This pairing offers unparalleled damage output, with Xiang Yu reducing rage requirements and boosting damage, making it ideal for rallying.
	William I: Combining Nevsky with William provides additional area-of-effect damage and debuffs, along with enhanced survivability, making it effective for open-field engagements.
	Minamoto no Yoshitsune: With recent relic enhancements, Minamoto offers substantial single-target damage and defense debuffs, synergizing well with Nevsky’s skill set.
	Chandragupta Maurya: This duo excels in rally scenarios, with Chandragupta offering health bonuses and defense reductions, complementing Nevsky’s offensive prowess.

Strategies for Maximizing Nevsky’s Potential

• Formation Selection: Utilize the Wedge Formation to increase skill damage by 5%, aligning with Nevsky’s emphasis on powerful active skills.
• Equipment Recommendations: Equip Nevsky with gear that enhances cavalry attack, defense, and health. Prioritize items that boost skill damage and survivability to maintain his presence in prolonged battles.
• Engagement Tactics: In open-field battles, consider positioning Nevsky as a secondary commander to conceal his presence and reduce the likelihood of being targeted. This strategy allows for effective utilization of his skills without drawing immediate attention.

By understanding and implementing these strategies, players can fully harness Alexander Nevsky’s capabilities, making him a formidable force in Rise of Kingdoms.