Henry V in Rise of Kingdoms: Comprehensive Guide to Skills, Talent Builds, and Strategies

How to Obtain Henry V

Henry V becomes available during the Season of Conquest and can be unlocked through the Mightiest Governor Event (MGE). Players aiming to recruit him should prepare for competitive rankings in this event to secure his sculptures.

Skills Overview

Divine Right Active	Deals direct damage to the current target (Damage Factor 2300), and reduces troops’ skill damage taken by 30% for 5 seconds. Upgrade Preview: Direct Damage Factor: 1500 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 / 2300 Skill Damage Taken Reduction: 10% / 15% / 20% / 25% / 30%
Road to Empire Passive	When attacking strongholds and governors’ cities, troops deal 30% more counterattack damage, and have a 10% chance to increase damage taken by the target by 30% for 3 seconds. This effect triggers once every 5 seconds. Upgrade Preview: Counterattack Damage Bonus: 10% / 15% / 20% / 25% / 30% Skill Damage Taken Increased By: 10% / 15% / 20% / 25% / 30%
Welsh Longbows Passive	Increases Archer units’ Attack by 20% and their Defense by 20%. They also gain 20% increased Match Speed outside of Alliance territory. Upgrade Preview: Archer Attack Increase: 10% / 12% / 14% / 16% / 20% Archer Defense Bonus: 10% / 12% / 14% / 16% / 20% Archer March Speed Bonus: 5% / 8% / 11% / 15% / 20%
Battle of Agincourt Passive	Archers led by this commander deal 10% more damage. When attacked, there is a 10% chance to deal direct damage to the target (Damage Factor 800). This effect triggers once every 5 seconds. Upgrade Preview: Archer Damage: 2% / 4% / 6% / 8% / 10% Direct Damage Factor: 400 / 500 / 600 / 700 / 800
Hundred Years’ War Expertise	When a troop’s Rage reaches 70%, they deal 30% more normal attack damage; otherwise, they take 20% less normal attack damage.

Optimal Talent Builds

For open-field battles, an Archer Talent Build emphasizing march speed and archer buffs is advisable:

• Archer Tree: Maximize talents that increase archer attack and defense.
• Support Tree: Focus on talents that enhance rage generation and reduce damage taken.
• Conquering Tree: Allocate remaining points to talents that improve performance when attacking other governors’ cities.

Effective Commander Pairings

Henry V pairs well with several commanders to maximize his potential:

	Gilgamesh: This pairing offers formidable single-target damage and durability, making it effective in both rallies and open-field scenarios.
	Nebuchadnezzar II: Combining Henry’s defensive skills with Nebuchadnezzar’s area-of-effect damage creates a versatile force capable of handling multiple enemy targets.
	Zhuge Liang: This duo enhances archer capabilities, with Zhuge Liang providing additional buffs and damage, complementing Henry’s skill set.

Strategies for Maximizing Henry V’s Potential

• Rally Leadership: Henry V’s skills are tailored for leading rallies against enemy strongholds and cities. Utilize his Road to Empire skill to increase counterattack damage and debuff enemy defenses.
• Open-Field Engagements: While he excels in rallies, Henry V is also effective in open-field battles. His defensive buffs and damage output make him a resilient commander against various troop types.
• Equipment Optimization: Equip Henry V with gear that enhances archer attack, defense, and health. Prioritize sets like the Revival set for balanced stat boosts, and consider legendary equipment for advanced performance.
• Skill Enhancement: Aim to unlock and max out his primary skills to fully benefit from his damage and defensive capabilities.

In summary, Henry V is a versatile and powerful commander in Rise of Kingdoms, excelling in both offensive rallies and defensive maneuvers. Proper investment in his skills, talents, and equipment, along with strategic commander pairings, will ensure he becomes a cornerstone of any formidable army.