Honda Tadakatsu in Rise of Kingdoms: Comprehensive Guide to Skills, Talent Builds, and Strategies

How to Obtain Honda Tadakatsu

Players can recruit Honda Tadakatsu through the “Wheel of Fortune” event, where his sculptures are featured as rewards. Participating in this event allows players to accumulate his sculptures, which are essential for unlocking and upgrading his skills. Additionally, Honda Tadakatsu’s sculptures may occasionally appear in special in-game bundles or events, providing alternative avenues for acquisition.

Skills Overview

Honda Tadakatsu’s skill set emphasizes high damage output, enhanced troop capacity, and increased march speed. Below is a breakdown of his skills:

Dragonfly Cutter Active	Deals direct damage to up 3 targets in a forward-facing fan-shaped area (Damage Factor 1500, or 750 as secondary commander). Damage dealt to each target is reduced by 15% for each additional target. Upgrade Preview: Direct Damage Factor: 1500 / 1700 / 1900 / 2200 / 2500 Damage Factor (Shen Secondary Commander): 750 / 850 / 950 / 1100 / 1250
Samurai of the East Passive	Troops led by this commander gain 2% increased march speed and an extra 3% increased attack plus 10% when attacking troops. Upgrade Preview: Attack Bonus: 2% / 4% / 6% / 8% / 10% March Speed Bonus: 3% / 6% / 10% / 15% / 20% Extra Attack Increase: 10% / 15% / 20% / 25% / 30%
Samurai Among Samurai Passive	Troops led by this commander take 1% reduced damage. An active skill cast will cause the target to suffer damage over time (Damage Factor 100) and 20% reduced march speed for 2 seconds. This effect can be triggered once every 5 seconds. Upgrade Preview: Damage Taken Reduced by: 1% / 2% / 3% / 4% / 5% Direct Damage Factor: 100 / 120 / 140 / 160 / 200 March Speed Reduction 20% / 25% / 30% / 40% / 50%
Tokugawa Heavenly King Passive	Troops led by this commander gain 2% increased troop capacity, and deal 1% (or 5% with 2 or more different unit types) Increased skill damage per 8% units lost; the skill damage bonus cannot exceed 60%. Upgrade Preview: Troops Capacity Bonus: 2% / 4% / 6% / 8% / 10% Skill Damage Bonus: 1% / 2% / 3% / 4% / 5%
The Undefeated Expertise	Troops led by this commander take 30% reduced damage from normal attacks on the map. This effect can trigger up to 57 times per hour after leaving your city.

Optimal Talent Builds

Honda Tadakatsu’s talent tree offers flexibility, allowing players to tailor his build to specific strategies. Here are two recommended talent builds:

Open-Field Build

This build focuses on enhancing skill damage and rage regeneration, making Honda Tadakatsu formidable in open-field battles. Key talents include:

• Rejuvenate: Restores rage upon skill usage, accelerating the activation of active skills.
• Feral Nature: Provides a chance to gain extra rage after normal attacks, further boosting skill frequency.
• Strategic Prowess: Increases troop defense after using an active skill, enhancing survivability.

Rally Build

Designed for leading rallies, this build emphasizes troop durability and damage output. Essential talents include:

• Fresh Recruits: Increases maximum troop capacity, allowing for larger armies.
• Close Formation: Boosts attack when army strength falls below 50%, ensuring sustained damage output during prolonged engagements.
• Armored to the Teeth: Reduces damage taken when commanding mixed troop types, enhancing resilience.

Effective Commander Pairings

Honda Tadakatsu’s versatility allows for effective pairings with various commanders. Notable pairings include:

	Xiang Yu: Combining Xiang Yu’s area damage and debuffs with Honda’s high skill damage creates a powerful synergy for open-field battles.
	Trajan: Trajan’s support skills and buffs complement Honda’s offensive capabilities, making this pair effective in both PvP and PvE scenarios.
	Scipio Africanus (Prime): Scipio’s infantry buffs and survivability enhance Honda’s performance, especially in mixed troop compositions.

Strategies for Maximizing Honda Tadakatsu’s Potential

To fully harness Honda Tadakatsu’s strengths:

• Utilize Mixed Troops: His skills benefit from commanding multiple unit types, enhancing skill damage and durability.
• Focus on Rage Generation: Prioritize talents and equipment that boost rage regeneration to maximize the frequency of his powerful active skill.
• Equip Appropriate Gear: Invest in equipment that enhances attack, defense, and health stats across all troop types to bolster his effectiveness.

By thoughtfully building his talents, selecting optimal pairings, and employing strategic gameplay, Honda Tadakatsu can become a cornerstone of your Rise of Kingdoms army, leading you to numerous victories.