To arms! The Kriegsbruders are the second Teutonic-inspired Unit available to unlock and command in Conqueror’s Blade: Knightfall.
We spoke to the Lead Combat and Balance Designer at Booming Tech about this new 4-Star Unit to explore their historical inspiration, battle viability, and more!
Q: The Teutonic Knights were noted for their heavy cavalry, and the Kriegsbruders definitely lived up to this real-world inspiration. What inspired them?
A: We took deep inspiration from the Teutonic Knights’ journey to knighthood and their many campaigns. They were trained to expect hostility and resistance, but their unwavering faith in their mission made them mighty warriors and a force to be reckoned with on the battlefield.
Q: The Kriegsbruders are the first sword-and-shield cavalry Unit in Conqueror’s Blade. What made you bring them to the fore in Knightfall?
A: Sword and shield regiments are loved by many players, and I personally am also very interested in them. Although they are knights, I wanted them to be highly effective as a heavy cavalry Unit too.
Q: This Unit is lined with full-throttle fighters, who do not charge and retreat, but rather engage in direct assaults. What else do you want players to know about them?
A: Kriegsbruders are not just aggressive fighters. Their sophisticated armour allows them to withstand many attacks without expending much energy on defence. Though it is difficult for heavy cavalry to retreat in a chaotic battlefield, they take inspiration from Teutonic Knights and channel their faith to support their mission and fight until the last.
Q: The Kriegsbruders are great at blocking. Do you recommend using them as a frontline force to break formations?
A: You can definitely do this, but it's best to ensure you have enough reinforcements to follow quickly after the formation breaks. They can disrupt enemies in a short period of time and rush the enemy's interior, but they very much rely on their allies to finish the job.
Q: Which Units would you compare Kriegsbruders to in terms of strength and utility?
A: The Dagger Axe Lancers, Fire Lancers, and the Yanyuedao Cavalry. These Units are all inspired by Eastern cavalries, so it’s inevitable that a Western challenger should appear!
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