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

How to Obtain Hermann

Players can summon Hermann by collecting his sculptures, which are obtainable through various means:

• Tavern Chests: Hermann’s sculptures can be found in both Gold and Silver chests.
• Expedition Medal Store: Players can purchase his sculptures using Expedition Medals.
• Starting Commander: Choosing Germany as your civilization grants immediate access to Hermann.
• Events: Participate in special events that feature Hermann’s sculptures as rewards.

Skills Overview

Ambush Active Skill	Rage Requirement: 1000 Deals direct damage to a target, reducing its rage, and Silencing [renders the target troop unable to use their active skill] it for 2 seconds. Upgrade Preview: Direct Damage Factor: 300 / 375 / 450 / 600 / 750 Rage Reduction: 50 / 60 / 70 / 80 / 100
Military Genius Passive Skill	Archer units led by this commander gain increased attack and increased march speed. Upgrade Preview: Archer Attack Bonus: 3% / 4.5% / 6% / 8% / 10% Archer March Speed Bonus: 1.5% / 3% / 5% / 7% / 10%
Legend of Teutoburger Passive Skill	While this commander is leading the garrison of your own city, garrison troops and the Watchtower gain increased attack. Upgrade Preview: Garrison/Watchtower Attack Bonus: 1% / 2% / 3% / 5% / 7%
National Hero Passive Skill	Increases normal attack damage of troops led by this commander. Normal attacks have a chance to grant additional rage. Upgrade Preview: Normal Attack Damage Bonus: 3% / 4.5% / 6% / 8% / 10% Trigger Chance: 2% / 4% / 6% / 8% / 10%
Dead End Enchanced: Ambush	Deals direct damage to a target (Damage Factor 1150), reducing its rage by 100, and Silencing [renders the target troop unable to use their active skill] it for 2 seconds.

Optimal Talent Builds

Focusing on Hermann’s strengths in open-field combat, the following talent build is recommended:

• Skill Tree: Prioritize talents that enhance skill damage and rage regeneration, such as “Tactical Mastery” and “Clarity.”
• Archer Tree: Invest in talents that boost archer attack and health, including “Razor Sharp” and “Venomous Sting.”
• Integration Tree: Allocate points to improve troop durability and versatility.

This build maximizes Hermann’s damage output and ensures frequent activation of his powerful active skill.

Effective Commander Pairings

To fully leverage Hermann’s capabilities, consider the following pairings:

	Yi Seong-Gye (YSG): Combining Hermann’s control abilities with YSG’s Area of Effect (AoE) damage creates a formidable force in open-field battles.
	El Cid: This pairing offers a blend of crowd control and archer enhancements, disrupting enemy skills and formations effectively.
	Kusunoki Masashige: An excellent choice for free-to-play players, this duo provides balanced archer buffs and versatility in various combat scenarios.

Strategies for Maximizing Hermann’s Potential

• Open-Field Dominance: Utilize Hermann’s active skill to silence enemy commanders, preventing them from using their skills and turning the tide of battle in your favor.
• Archer Specialization: Deploy armies composed primarily of archers to take full advantage of Hermann’s skill set, ensuring maximum damage and efficiency.
• Garrison Defense: While not his primary role, Hermann can serve as a garrison commander, boosting the attack of your city’s defenses and providing a temporary solution during enemy assaults.

By strategically employing Hermann’s skills and optimal pairings, commanders can significantly enhance their battlefield performance in Rise of Kingdoms.