A powerful new hero will soon join your ranks: Joseph Joffre, the Commander-in-Chief of the French army known as the "Victor of the Marne" for his crucial role in halting the German advance in 1914. Joffre’s unparalleled defensive expertise makes him a formidable force on the battlefield.
Who Is Joseph Joffre?
Joseph Joffre made history by leading the French army to a decisive victory during the First Battle of the Marne. His calmness under pressure and tactical brilliance stopped the German offensive in its tracks, earning him the admiration of his soldiers and the world. Known for his defensive mastery, Joffre focuses on fortifying friendly provinces, ensuring that his forces are always ready to repel enemy attacks. His leadership enhances the strength and mobility of Infantry and Armored Cars, making him an indispensable asset in defending your homeland.
Joseph Joffre’s Skills: Master of Defense
When Joffre joins your forces, he brings with him skills designed to bolster the defense of your home territory. His Defender of the Homeland skill gives a 5% defense buff to Infantry and Armored Cars in his army. This bonus applies while positioned in your own territory. When fully promoted to tier 5, this Epic Hero’s abilities further strengthen your forces with the following enhancements:
- Defender of the Homeland: This skill provides a 15% defense buff to all Infantry and Armored Cars in Joffre’s army when they are defending your provinces, making it much harder for enemies to penetrate your defenses.
- Hold Your Ground: Joffre increases the hitpoints of all Armored Cars in his army by 15% while they are in your own territory, ensuring they can absorb more damage and hold critical positions against enemy assaults.
- Rapid Redeployment: In addition to his defensive buffs, Joffre improves the mobility of Infantry in his army by increasing their movement speed by 30% within your own provinces, allowing for quick and organized responses to shifting threats.
Joseph Joffre is coming soon, bringing his defensive mastery to your army and offering new strategic possibilities for protecting your territory. Stay tuned to our official channels, including the forum and our Official Discord server, for more details on his arrival and the latest updates to the game.